Used 2011 Mazda 2 Hatchback Consumer Reviews
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Most cost-effective car I've ever owned
vthillclimber, 12/07/2021
2011 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought new in 2011. Now, in 2021, it has 210,000 New England miles on it and 10 winters of salt have finally gotten it. In all those miles, it has required shockingly little repair. Beyond brakes, fluids, & filters, it's only needed one set of shocks/struts, an alternator, & a radio. That's it. Original clutch, even. Averaged 40 mpg for 10 years (not much on the interstate). Turn the key and it goes. The perfect commuting appliance. It isn't fast, but it's fun. Not at all dangerously slow, but it's the opposite of a muscle car. ABS is effective. Traction control isn't obtrusive. The handling limits aren't high, but it's predictable and can be tossed around. It's all about managing the understeer. I'd buy a brand new one right now, if I could. Currently shopping for another one from somewhere without winter.
Zoom-Zoom, little go-cart
kertruss, 01/31/2012
2011 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
This car is excellent in every area!! It gets awesome gas mileage and is so much fun to drive. All of the reviews are right! I had been looking for a car for about 5 months and was real tired of it. I was at the volkswagen dealership and my mom saw it. I fell in love and now its the best car I've ever owned. I hope to have it for many years. The interior is very suitable and I love how easy it is to clean and so comfortable!! I would buy it all over again.
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Best handling subcompact hatchback out there
carboloader, 09/14/2011
2011 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
Exactly what I planned on buying. The 2 handles great. It is best on curvy roads. I put a K&N air filter in it and it helped the acceleration. I drive 90% highway driving and I am averaging 40 mpg. That is with 3k miles on it. It is not a perfect car; however, I think that it is the best handling subcompact hatchback sold today. I test drove both auto and manual an the manual is the most fun to drive. I test drove other cars, but this car handles better than the other subcompacts that I drove. This car has the zoom zoom handling Mazda is famous for. At least test drive one before you buy another subcompact. I would buy this car again.
Fun with a few flaws
dp1, 09/18/2010
2011 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought this to replace a 12 year old clunker. I love driving the car. The engine does feel peppy. The lower horse power forces you work the gears. The shifter and gear box are great -- exactly what I expect from Mazda. It is always fun to drive a slow car fast. I bought the base Touring model. It had all the features I wanted; cruise, upgraded stereo, trip computer, etc. I would love to see a center console. I have no where to put my right arm on longer freeway drives.
More than what I expected
cbrandon, 03/04/2016
2011 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought this car a month ago for commuting to work after the old s10 sprung several oil leaks and wow. People complain its slow obviously the don't know how to shift and double clucth. Turning off tcs and putting flat on the floor will get you to 60 in 7-9 seconds depending on how you shift. The fuel economy? Ive put 1000mi on my car and with premium gas and a somewhat conservative foot I average 30-33 mostly highway. The interior is actually fairly comfortable for a economy car I have a magnaflow exhaust and new intake order for the car which cost all off 200$ and it will more than make up for the "lack of get up" everyone complains about. For a used 10,000$ car holy cow its nice. Now I love my drive home
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Bought new 2011 and still love it
Rachel, 02/12/2017
updated 08/14/2017
2011 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
80k mi and they only thing new is 2 front tires and oil. Sure I would like a little more power but otherwise it is exactly what I need - a car that reliably gets me from A to B cheaply. I am surprised how well it has retained value. You can barely even find one for sale!
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Great Little Car
Robert, 08/26/2010
2011 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Mazda2 really is a great little car. I traded in my Jeep Commander and am loving every minute in my Mazda. It handles like a go-kart around corners and acceleration is fine for a car in this segment. I really like the feel of the electronic power steering, but the throttle progression of the gas pedal is a little odd. The quality, fit and finish, and standard features can't be beat! I would recommend this car to anyone looking for a small car, and I prefer it over the Yaris, Fit, and Versa any day. My dad put 250,000 miles on his 1981 Mazda GLC, and I hope the same from my Mazda2.
This is a great car!
Hamilton, 09/08/2010
2011 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car on Sept 3. I first saw this car in Hong Kong in 08 and wanted it ever since. I've driven the '11 Fiesta but preferred the feel of the 2. Although it has only 100HP, it's not a concern when you drive it. Driving position took about 50 miles to perfect but now it's set it stone. The Fiesta and 2 are very similar in size, inside and out. The interior controls are different, the 2's radio controls are easy to use, I like simplicity. The Fiesta's radio has a learning curve, not very user-friendly, one needs SYNC to use it. *Extra $595 to get SYNC* Overall, great car for anyone looking great ride at a great price.
fantastic choice
bridgetshaw, 08/10/2011
2011 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car on a whim. I was at a Mazda dealership with a friend to get their car washed, looked around the lot, and ended up buying this wonderful car after four hours and two test drives. I had a 2000 Toyota Camry before this one and I loved my Camry so very much. I wanted a new one, but with Toyota's recalls I wasn't sure. After I test drove this car and realized what a good deal it was for the mpg and price and everything I was set. I'm a delivery driver so this car gets its use in, I'm already over 2000 miles having bought it the end of June. It is very fun to drive, great space in the car for being so tiny, roomy trunk, and it is pretty quick for such a small engine.
Happy with M2
rjfinva, 02/10/2014
2011 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Don't know what people expect. If you are looking for a high end expensive sports car, shop on! With the 5 speed, this car has more than enough get up and go, and is a blast to drive. First gear could be a little taller. Seats are frim but nit uncomfortable. It handles like a go cart, and rides like one too, that's the car's design! It holds the road like glue, but picks up all the bumps. I live in Hampton Roads, VA, mostly highway driving, and with premium gas (which I recommend for performance) I average 38 mpg if I drive conservatively. Get a K&N air filter for the performance tweak, it's worth the money and the filter saves $$ in the long run as it is washable.