The smallest offering from Japanese car manufacturer Mazda’s vast line-up of cars and SUV’s is the Mazda 2 and it’s now available as a full hybrid vehicle.
Priced from £24,135 is it a fair bit less affordable than it’s petrol counterpart, which starts from £18,625. But with the potential of 0% ARP on PCP, should you meet the current T&C’s, it could work out a sensible choice in comparison.
Parked beside a petrol, or mild hybrid Mazda 2, you will soon realise they look nothing alike. And with good reason, too, as the full hybrid Mazda 2 is actually a Toyota Yaris, built in the Toyota factory in France, and fitted with restyled parts and Mazda badging.
With Toyota being an early innovator of hybrid motoring, it makes sense for other manufacturers to buy into their world leading technology which is beyond tried and tested. A couple of years ago, Suzuki done the same with the Toyota Corolla hybrid estate, which was re badged and branded a Suzuki Swace.
The Mazda2 Hybrid combines the power and convenience of a petrol engine with the performance of a battery-powered electric motor. Together, they form the heart of this sleek, swift and agile city car. For eco-conscious drivers, it is the ideal, plug-free companion for exploring the urban playground as well as the open roads.
The Mazda2 Hybrid takes safety seriously. Its innovative driver-support and assist technologies in combination with its ultra-rigid bodyshell, Lane Tracing Assist and Pre-Crash Safety system make it a car you can drive with complete confidence.
Starting from £24,135 the ‘Centre-Line’ is the cheapest of four trims available. In addition to keyless entry, advanced safety functionalities, and the impressive 9″ centre display, you’ll enjoy 15″ alloy wheels and a rear spoiler that adds an extra touch of style. Enhancing your driving experience, the vehicle comes equipped with convenient rain-sensing wipers, a luxurious leather steering wheel, and power windows in both the front and rear.
The ‘Exclusive-Line’ priced from £25,390 introduces even more advanced features, with stylish 16″ alloy wheels along with the convenience of auto-folding mirrors as well as front and rear parking sensors. Smart keyless entry and an engine start button make for effortless departures, while blind-spot monitoring enhances your safety on the road.
Priced from £27,290 the ‘Homura’ features a sportier appearance with large 17″ black alloy wheels, LED headlights with an LED daytime running light guide, LED front fog lamps and rear privacy glass. Inside, a 7″ digital speedometer, dua-zone climate-controlled air-conditioning, a QI wireless phone charger and supportive sport style front seats help to elevate your driving experience.
Finally, the top-grade ‘Homura Plus’ is equipped with the best in innovation, luxury and style, and is priced from £29,240. Its technology is sure to impress with a 12.3″ digital speedometer, 10.5″ centre display and windscreen-projected head-up display. Voice recognition and satellite navigation make every journey a breeze, whilst the panoramic glass roof brings the beauty of the outside world, inside.
Powered by just one engine, the Mazda 2 Hybrid’s 1.5-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine which Produces 92hp, is paired to a 59kW electric motor which assists the front wheels. A combined power output of 116hp, Ground via a CVT automatic transmission, progress the Mazda 2 Hybrid from 0-62mph in 9.7 seconds. Such power is more than adequate around time, and perfectly suitable on the open roads. With a claimed 70mpg being achievable, my week spent with the car pictured saw I return of over 60mpg. Which is incredible.
Inside, the Mazda 2 Hybrid is comfortable and offers all of the comfort, convenience, and phone connectivity you would expect. Being a city car, it’s compact design means a long run with four adults aboard could become fairly claustrophobic.
Mazda offer a 3 years / 60,000 miles with servicing every 10,000 miles or 12 months (whichever comes sooner).
