2011 Mazda 2 Touring- Fun ! Fun ! Fun To Drive!
2011 Mazda 2 Touring
Fun ! Fun ! Fun To Drive!
Overview
The Mazda 2 is new for the US market but it has been overseas since 2007.
Fun, Fun Fun To Drive!
The Mazda 2 shares the platform with the Ford Fiesta, but the Mazda2 has its own Zoom Zoom personality. The Mazda 2 Touring has a sport- like feel especially in the handling department…
Safety
| Driver Airbag | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag Cutoff Switch/Sensor | Standard |
| Front Side Airbag | Standard |
| Second Row Side Airbag | N/A |
| Front Side Airbag with Head Protection | N/A |
| Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection | N/A |
| Side Head Curtain Airbags | Standard |
- · General Safety Features
| Side Guard Door Beams | Standard |
| Safety Rollbar | N/A |
| Child Safety Door Locks | Standard |
| Trunk Anti-Trap Device | N/A |
| Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate | N/A |
| Panic Button or Alarm | Not Listed |
- · Theft Prevention
| Vehicle Anti-Lockout Device | Not Listed |
| Selective Locking / Unlocking | Not Listed |
| Valet Lockout | Not Listed |
| Wheel Locks | Optional |
| Locking Fuel Filler Door or Gap | Not Listed |
| Vehicle Theft Tracking / Notification | N/A |
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Under the hood
A 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that is rated at 100 hp and 98 lb-ft of torque powers the Mazda2. My test drive came equipped with the optional 4-speed automatic. The fuel efficiency came in at 29-mpg city/35 mpg highway,
The Mazda2 motor was adequate for city or highway driving. No do not attempt to drag race with most vehicles unless you want to take on a bus.
Driving Impression
I found the Mazda2 to be fun to drive, agile in the handling department and had very responsive steering. The Mazda 2 had a slight body lean and this could be due to the narrow profile of the tires.
The Mazda 2 has McPherson strut/torsion beam suspension, which delivers a firm ride.
The Mazda 2 is a great commuter vehicle for the city, but I would not like to take a long distance vacation.
Inside
The interior of the Mazda 2 is highlighted with comfortable seating in the front and adequate seating in the rear. The instrumentation has large gauge cluster with a basic trip computer and an outside temperature gauge. The steering wheel has audio and cruise control functions are laid out for easy access.
The radio has AM/FM/CD unit with no frills sound and no Bluetooth capability
With the back seat down the Mazda 2 is capable of handling 28 square feet of cargo.
The Mazda 2 has a no frill interior, but is definitely comfortable to drive.
Outside
The Mazda2 is small has its own distinct look for a small vehicle with its signature Mazda logo & grill. The front wheel wells have arches, which highlight the 15-inch alloy wheels. The vehicle definitely is a small entry-level vehicle, which lacks in styling.
Summary
If you are looking for basic commuter transportation then you should definitely stop in a Mazda showroom to take a look at the Mazda 2. It a fun to drive vehicle, that can zip through any road course you may encounter.
Specifications
Measurements
- Width: 66.7 in.
- Height: 58.1 in.
- Length: 155.5 in.
- Ground clearance: 5.1 in.
- Front track: 58.1 in.
- Rear track: 57.7 in.
- Wheelbase: 98.0 in.
- Cargo capacity, all seats in place: 13.3 cu.ft.
- Maximum cargo capacity: 27.8 cu.ft.
- EPA interior volume: 100.4 cu.ft.
- Gross weight: 3263 lbs.
- Curb weight: 2306 lbs.
Interior
Front Seats
- Front headroom: 39.1 in.
- Front hip room: 50.9 in.
- Front legroom: 42.1 in.
- Front shoulder room: 52.8 in.
- Height adjustable driver seat
- Cloth
- Bucket front seats
Rear Seats
- Rear hip Room: 46.8 in.
- Rear headroom: 37.0 in.
- Rear legroom: 34.8 in.
- Rear shoulder room: 51.2 in.
- Split-folding rear seatback