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Delightful Sporty Surprise
NEDan, 03/01/2019
updated 03/06/2023
2012 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
This is a year three update and none of my opinions have changed. I've had zero problems. Change the oil and add gas. 30mpg city and 36 hwy. Still fun! . It's been a little over 2 years now since I bought my 2 used. I've been on a few long trips a couple of vacations and a lot of around town. Since the newness has worn off I acknowledge it's not a luxury car, not a sports car, But it is an adequately appointed, very sporty, econo car. This is actually one of the better handling cars I've owned. It's fun, sure footed, and confidence inspiring. The seating position is near perfect for me. A bit of road noise on the hi-way above 70. All of the time it is comfortable. I'm actually happy that this cars competition has more cargo space, gets a few more mpg's and all similar cars have more horsepower. That is exactly what makes this car such a good deal on the used market. I paid thousands less than my wife did for her Honda Fit that was a year older with more miles. An excellent car indeed but this Mazda2 was 2/3 the price and is better in all respects except interior size. The Fit has an ingenious bigger interior.
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Great Little Car
jamuraco, 02/10/2012
2012 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
53 of 56 people found this review helpful
I had been looking at the Mazda2 well before it arrived in the states. Shortly after it arrived, the Chevy Sonic and Kia Rio5 also arrived. After checking out all three vehicles, the Mazda2 blew the competition out of the water. It may not have the biggest engine or most features, but it is most definitely the most fun to drive. While many reviews I read commented on the Mazda2's lack of power, I find it to be more than adequate. I love the driving experience provided by Mazda and am especially pleased to be averaging 30mpg (compared to the 20mpg I got in my old vehicle) and not having to spend nearly as much on gas. It really is a great little car that is definitely worth checking out.
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Good solid little car
eptx3, 02/13/2012
2012 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
38 of 40 people found this review helpful
I got to drive one of these recently and it made me think about this car over the one I actually bought. Being on a tight budget I bought a 2012 Ford Focus, but I never thought about looking at the Mazda 2. I have driven Toyota's Yaris 4-door and it had a noisy ride and a hard feel on the road. The Mazda 2 had a quiet, solid feel inside with lots of space for a six-foot tall driver. The doors closed with a solid thunk. The Mazda 2 was smooth and fast. The Edmunds review here says that the automatic transmission was not adequate. I thought it was. I hit the pedal hard to get it into passing gear and this car was fast. 100hp was very adequate in my opinion. Smooth and fast acceleration.
So Far So Great!
rikdea, 01/14/2014
2012 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I just got this car used, with 39000 miles on it and the engine fires right up and doesn't miss a beat. I'm loving the gas mileage. I had a small SUV before I bought this car, and this little Mazda has cut my gas bill in half! It's surprisingly zippy and fun to drive. I agree with the other drivers here, that it's not sluggish at all. Even with the a/c or heater running, when I step on the gas, it responds, and I have no trouble getting on the highway. Park it anywhere. Comfy interior. Plenty of room for a tall person up front, not as much leg room in back, but that's not something I'm concerned about.
Smiley Car, Smiley Driver
projectm96, 05/13/2015
2012 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I owned a Porsche Boxster and have driven many high end sports cars including the Acura NSX. None of them are as fun as the Mazda 2 5SPD Manual. I bought the car used with low mileage and I use it daily and in autocross. It is a great little race car for autocross events. It makes driving fun. The engine is peppy and feels strong and the car is surprisingly quiet and smooth. With my spirited mixed city/highway driving, I average 29.5 mpg.
As fun as a go-cart!
sentinel106, 05/24/2012
2012 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
The small car segment in America is finally getting competitive, and Mazda does a great job of building a car that is comfortable, efficient, good looking, and (true to the Mazda heritage) fun to drive. I test drove the automatic, and while it is very good as far as four-speeds go, it is still a four speed, so I can only recommend the manual. While on paper the car may seem to weak, get behind the wheel (of the manual) and you'll experience a go-cart like driving sensation that can only be defined as pure bliss. The car is very efficient, and the engaging drive keeps giving me reasons to head out to the store or just to hit the road. Do yourself a favor, buy this car. You won't regret it.
Great little car
mhalper, 01/22/2013
2012 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I traded in a 2008 chevy equinox rthis car is an engineering masterpiece the chevy was crap had a chinese engione used a qt of oil between changes this car uses no oil is quiet solid when you have fooor on brake shift in to D or R no clunk like an american cars engine is quiet everything works perfect thee onloy complaint i thin k it need s a bigger engine 1.8 more power if yiou step on hgas too hard it downshifts easily mikleage is good overall 28 have gotten 42 on highway going 65. The mazdas are 96 percdnt made in japan nthey are well made like toyotas in the early 90's .
2012 Sport manual
kengriffey, 12/07/2012
2012 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new and have put on 2000 miles so far. Got the Sport because I couldn't find any Touring models with manuals in my area. Excellent handling, I really feel like I can toss this car around. The shifter is very smooth and quick. At first I was worried about the 100hp but while it won't knock you back in your seat during acceleration it is more than adequate(previous car was a 9-3 Saab). Personally I like the simpleness of the car, the dash is basic and for an economy car it's what it should be. I've been averaging 33 mpg with most of my driving at 70 mph on the highway. Basically it is what most of the reviews say, a fun to drive economy car.
The little underdog that comes up big!
Jesse M, 01/15/2017
2012 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Tiny car with plenty of power and comfort. I'm 6.3 and I have enough space to say I'm comfortable. I do wish cruise control was a standard. The engine is very quite even at highway speeds but you will hear noise from the highway. It's handles very well. You do not feel like your in a golf cart. It also holds to road nicely especially if you have appropriate tires installed. Very simple tech but easy to use and works well. Mpg is about average 31-33 combined. Prolly more with manual trans. The auto is smooth and does not care to shift down and move if needed. Nice value as well. No major recalls like the fiesta. Nice little car for the money.
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Small but Mighty
Bonnie Gooch, 05/16/2018
2012 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is a great little car if you want great gas mileage with very little maintenance cost. It is a hatch back so when you lower the back seats you can put quite a bit of items in the back. The only drawback I have found is it's size because it is small. I loose it in the parking lots because it hides behind larger cars! Great car for someone who wants great gas mileage, space for stuff, easy to drive and comfortable to drive. This is the perfect little bomb.
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Absolute blast
krayzieray, 04/18/2014
2012 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I had my Mazda 2 for 6 months now and just love driving it anywhere I can, even with 2 child seats in the back there is ample seating room (as long as there's just kids) back seat is only good for 2 adults at most. The lay out is simple and straight forward which I find appealing over the overly done subcompact cars, though I did install a 8" navi/Bluetooth/DVD screen for around $350 which just makes the car look a little more upmarket, the seats are supportive and comfy but a little to soft for me, and with just enough cargo space. Overall I highly recommend the Mazda 2 for anyone looking for affordable, reliable, and a fun all around car, as long as you get the manual. ZOOM ZOOM
The Little Zoom Zoom
Mike, 03/19/2017
2012 Mazda 2 Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have now had my 2012 two years and it has 31000 miles. The manual transmission, steering and handling are all very good for a car in this class. I also like having 4 doors on a subcompact hatchback. If you are looking for an inexpensive practical fun car this is it.
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Mazda2
PE, 05/11/2018
updated 11/15/2021
2012 Mazda 2 Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Great little car. Not for winter driving but overall an enjoyable ride. 5 spd. Manual that’s still fun to drive! 56,000 miles and no problems. Solid car. Almost 10 years old and still super reliable!
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