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Used 2012 Mazda 2 Consumer Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.63 out of 5 stars

Like a big 'ol Go Kart!!

robtech34, 11/03/2011
2011 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful

Fun, fun,fun! (5 speed manual) I've read some 10.2 second 0-60 numbers on the 5 speed to which I can only say, learn how to drive pal. This car is like driving a comfortable, Go Kart!! Tooling around town is so much fun because 35 MPH feels fast in this car. On the Highway, 80 MPH no problem. Very good build feel inside. Lacks some Bells and whistles, but I have zero use for blue tooth and own a much better GPS than is offered in other competing models.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Awesome little car!

bigkampe, 08/15/2010
2011 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I recently purchased this car and enjoy its quick and responsive handling. For a 100 hp, this little car can move. I could not disagree with edmunds assessment of this car more. I drove the Fiesta and was a little disappointed. Plus, while the Fit is a nice car with more storage, the drive is not a pleasant and its styling is less attractive to me.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Nice B Segment Alternative

arevee, 10/14/2010
2011 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I read a lot about this car before the purchase and find the following to be true. The car handles very well, but does have some roll. The steering and brakes are great and the engine has enough pep for me. I had a Yaris prior to this car and find this an all around better vehicle.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Excellent Commuter - Fun and Economical

ljt813, 04/05/2011
2011 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful

I commute about 100 miles per day. I was looking for an economical yet fun car. I decided on the Mazda 2 w/5sp based on reviews, and past experience with Mazda products. This car is comfortable, is responsive and economical. My commute is 60% highway, 40% local and I have been averaging 38-40mpg. I can't recommend it enough.

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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent and FUN little car

s1652, 11/11/2010
2011 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I purchased this car in August after holding off all summer to make a new car purchase specifically so I could test drive it before making any decisions. I am so glad I did. I had test driven the Fiesta and was not as blown away as I expected after all the hype, and had looked closely at the Yaris as well. This car is fun to drive! The more I drive it the more I love it. I have driven more in the past 3 months than in the 6 months previous with my old car. If you do a lot of your driving in the city as I do it is perfect for navigating tight side streets, making quick turns and edging through traffic. It does just fine on the highway. I have found the 100 hp to be sufficient.

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