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zoom44 02-13-2007 10:53 AM

OFFICIAL NEW MAZDA2 pics (or- Brillo should have waited a couple days ;) )
 
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Here they are folks the first official pics of the new b segment car from Mazda. The Mazda2 based on the sassou concept from last year. Mazda was given the lead at designin gthis new bsegment platform which will underpin the new Ford Fiesta as well. Could also show up under a certain european brand.

Rumours still abound (many started by me i think) that this Mazda2 will be coming stateside although Mazda North America is still denying it.

Car debuts at Geneva in March

http://motoring.reuters.co.uk/reuter...ew%20Mazda%202

http://www.just-auto.com/article.aspx?id=90432

http://www.newcarnet.co.uk/Mazda_news.html?id=6428




https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...id=94270&stc=1




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Updated full Gallery at Autoblog

http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2007-mazda2/

http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.au...a2_18_4502.jpg

Mazmart 02-13-2007 11:29 AM

Poor Brillo :) ! Thanks Charlie, it looks great.

Paul.

zoom44 02-13-2007 11:37 AM

:D:

WhatCar confirming the previous spy shots that there will be 3 and 5 door models- but no MPS version planned just yet;)

http://www.whatcar.com/news-article.aspx?NA=224167

http://www.whatcar.com/Car/Mazda/2/1327710532.jpg

Design1stCode2nd 02-13-2007 11:47 AM

So this is smaller than a 3, must be tight on a 5 door model. I guess they just loped off teh cargo space or something.

zoom44 02-13-2007 11:47 AM

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Mazdaspeed RX8 ver2 02-13-2007 11:52 AM

i can already imagine a mps version for this.

XDEEDUBBX 02-13-2007 12:02 PM

these micro cars are popping up everyewhere..The U.S. finally caught on..

Nemesis8 02-13-2007 12:24 PM

Looks like an olive in my martini - LOL

dynamho 02-13-2007 12:30 PM

So far, it's the best looking subcompact car among those slated for or in production.
I can see hints of the "flow" design theme.

rebelx 02-13-2007 01:00 PM

Where the Zoom, Zoom boys out to lunch? I realize that micro cars are more economical rather than fashionable or sporty. However, Mazda should have added a dash of Zoom at least cosmetically. At the very least it would have turned more people on to the concept. Most people buy micro cars for economic reason which equals (in their eyes) a smart investment. Why not up the bar and make it stylish and economic. I love the Olive quote! I would also go with a Jelly Belly!

zoom44 02-13-2007 01:13 PM

that is stylish- did you see the previous Mazda 2?

http://www.mazda.co.uk/NR/rdonlyres/...2_hero_RHD.jpg

this new one is much more stylish and aggresive from the slope of the hood and a pillar to the "angle of attack" of the whole car

http://www.whatcar.com/Car/Mazda/2/1327794547.jpg



edit: just realised how "cx-7ish" the whole profile is...

ASH8 02-13-2007 01:47 PM

Yeah, its a great improvement, In most car class reviews/comparisons the Mazda 2 had a lot of journalist disliking the "Boxy" and square rear end, even though the cargo room is huge for its class...

This new Mazda 2 will do well...the front reminds me a little of the Ford KA.

Pity you guys won't be getting it..well not at the moment..

BTW...I have not read the links but this Mazda is Only going to be made in Japan.

ASH8 02-13-2007 02:13 PM

rebelx, a designer is somewhat constrained when it has to fit on a small platform and able to fit 4 adults comfortably, you know exterior and interior height/width/length.

The Japanese do it better than most in the mini-micro class...

BTW: Engine remain the same 1.5 litre 4-cylinder with Sequential Valve Timing (S-VT)..
82 kW at 6,000 rpm and 141 Nm at 4,000rpm.

Clavius 02-13-2007 03:13 PM


Originally Posted by zoom44

I knew the car looked familar so I went looking online.
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b2...avius/Puma.jpg
A Ford Puma.. The front end does atleast. Seems like the Puma if you will grew up a bit and had some doors added. Does look nice though :)

brillo 02-13-2007 03:52 PM

I saw that, but you beat me to it. :D:

It is the best looking subcompact on the market to date. Once again, I'm sure they'll sell everyone they can make.

Renesis_8 02-13-2007 04:03 PM

Yeah I agree as well, I dont know how the plants @ Japan can keep up with the demand! Mazda keeps expanding their lineup and moving production back to Japan, it makes me wonder...
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CarAndDriver 02-13-2007 05:42 PM

The most stylish and attractive of the subcompacts. It'll give the Fit a run for its money in terms of driving dynamics and it should have the nicest interior as well if Mazda keeps up the good work.

Someone put the Yaris out of its miserable existence.

ASH8 02-14-2007 01:01 AM

And it will give the new FIAT 500 out soon a run for its money also...in Europe.

Yep, Renesis 8 their plants are flat out...which is a good thing..

As Zoom says when you look at the New Mazda 2 you can see CX-7, also a little 8 in the front fenders (like the CX-7)...
Will be interesting to see the all new Mazda 6 soon and its styling, perhaps the new 2 has shown us some hints?

NO TWIN EXHAUST ON THE NEW 2 :icon_tdow :wink2:

ASH8 02-14-2007 01:29 AM

Just more info to hand....

There is also a 1.4 litre Turbo Diesel in the pipeline.

Mazda has used high-strength steels to slash the car’s overall weight by 100kg.
The new Two is 40mm shorter (3880mm) than the current car but has the same wheelbase at 2490mm. It is also 55mm lower and is 5mm wider at 1695mm.

Inside the cabin is roomier and takes some cues from the Mazda3 and Mazda6 with its flap-style air vents. The gearshift lever has also moved up to the lower part of the dashboard to allow more console room.

Luggage space has clearly been sacrificed for the car’s funkier looks with rear luggage room of 250 litres, or 469 litres with the back seats folded.

Globally, Mazda2 has attracted more than 410,000 customers in the four years from January 2003.

lesper4 02-14-2007 01:55 AM

looks like a smaller tilted down cx-7

NgoRX8 02-14-2007 02:07 AM

i like it. wouldn't get it... but like it. lol

Mikeluvs8 02-14-2007 11:32 AM

i like, i wouldnt mind for a daily driver.

CarAndDriver 02-14-2007 11:37 AM


Originally Posted by Mikeluvs8
i like, i wouldnt mind for a daily driver.

Agreed--that or the Fit.

BaronVonBigmeat 02-14-2007 02:51 PM


Originally Posted by ASH8

There is also a 1.4 litre Turbo Diesel in the pipeline.

Let me guess: "Not scheduled for release in North American market". :mad:

ASH8 02-14-2007 02:59 PM


Originally Posted by BaronVonBigmeat
Let me guess: "Not scheduled for release in North American market". :mad:

AFAIK....Yep

m477 02-14-2007 03:34 PM

The front reminds me of an RSX.

Overall I like it. Being that so many automakers are trying to come out with designs that are "extreme" (read: ugly), I think this will only help sales of good-looking cars.

Can't wait for the Mazdaspeed though....

N rider89 02-14-2007 06:42 PM

reminds me of the honda fit or toyota yaris type car. not bad, wouldnt be a bad dd

VikingDJ 02-16-2007 08:00 AM

Def a nice choice for a daily/winter beater, and definitely the best looking car in it's class. :)

bruce_van 02-16-2007 10:16 AM

This is no doubt the best looking entry level car out there. Looks way better than anything from Hyundai, better than the FIT, no contest against the Versa, and better looking than the Yaris. Nice job in the design department Mazda.

Let's cross our fingers and hope it sells well. More R+D money for the other cars.

zoom44 02-16-2007 10:57 AM

Word from Mazda NA is that although they continue to keep an eye on this market segment there are no plans at this time to bring the Mazda2 to the USA.

rotary crazy 02-16-2007 12:36 PM

it looks really good, hope things keep going this way at mazda

ASH8 02-16-2007 12:52 PM

Charlie...your Avatar..

The Eccentric Caped Crusader now!...look up in the sky...it's a bird, it's a plane, NO it's Rotor Man!...brup,brup,brup.

Tirminyl 02-16-2007 01:22 PM


Originally Posted by zoom44
Word from Mazda NA is that although they continue to keep an eye on this market segment there are no plans at this time to bring the Mazda2 to the USA.

They know it will be a hit. Why not have a Fit, Yaris competitor with Zoom Zoom embedded into its DNA?

m477 02-16-2007 04:03 PM


Originally Posted by zoom44
Word from Mazda NA is that although they continue to keep an eye on this market segment there are no plans at this time to bring the Mazda2 to the USA.

:banghead:
Then I'd say that Mazda has been taken over by retarded marketing people that need to be fired.

People with a similar lack of foresight also said that there was no market for a small inexpensive roadster in 1989, and that companies that were developing hybrid technology in the mid 90's when gas was still cheap were wasting their time...

rotary crazy 02-16-2007 05:49 PM


Originally Posted by ASH8
Charlie...your Avatar..

The Eccentric Caped Crusader now!...look up in the sky...it's a bird, it's a plane, NO it's Rotor Man!...brup,brup,brup.


:rollingla

Wankel1 02-16-2007 09:16 PM

Mazda 2
 
It looks like a Toyota Yaris,but better looking. :puke:

zoom44 03-05-2007 10:07 AM

Updated full Gallery at Autoblog

http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2007-mazda2/

http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.au...a2_18_4502.jpg

brillo 03-05-2007 10:10 AM

for what it is, its a hell of a design. Its a wonder Mazda's designers aren't constantly being stolen by other car makers.

Seriously, Mazda's current offerings in the mainstream classes (2,3,6,CX7) all are about the best looking cars you can buy. Pretty amazing for such a little company.

zoom44 03-05-2007 10:13 AM

ya know- im really digging that green for some reason. works well on the car.

snizzle 03-05-2007 10:21 AM


Originally Posted by brillo
for what it is, its a hell of a design. Its a wonder Mazda's designers aren't constantly being stolen by other car makers.

Seriously, Mazda's current offerings in the mainstream classes (2,3,6,CX7) all are about the best looking cars you can buy. Pretty amazing for such a little company.

I agree. All of their cars look great with the exception of the Mia.... MX5.

CarAndDriver 03-05-2007 10:53 AM

Saw the Autoblog pics last night. Looks very very sharp. Very sport unlike the Fit, but it looks like the Fit will have the interior space advantage due to its shape and packaging.

Very European....it seems that most of Mazda's designs lately seem to be so more the others in the US and I consider that a very good thing.

The interior has some style. The steering wheel is really nice looking!

brillo 03-05-2007 11:03 AM

I hope we get this car as well as the Ford "_____". I still think we will, the designed it to be a world car. Zoom pointed out the real issue may be marking dollars, but hey, they didn't really market the Mazda5 and they sell it well.

Speaking of marketing dollars, I have some thoughts.......

globi 03-12-2007 06:22 PM

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Here are some cell phone pictures.



The fact that this car is soo light was surprisingly not even advertised at the car show.

ASH8 03-12-2007 07:52 PM


Originally Posted by brillo
for what it is, its a hell of a design. Its a wonder Mazda's designers aren't constantly being stolen by other car makers.

Seriously, Mazda's current offerings in the mainstream classes (2,3,6,CX7) all are about the best looking cars you can buy. Pretty amazing for such a little company.

Gee Brillo I have been saying that for ages mate :bowdown:

Mazda at the moment have the best line up of any Japanese brand and IMO any make of car anywhere....but I am eccentric!

BTW, who are all the designers that are being "stolen" from Mazda and where are they going...I know of Callum going to Ford.

ASH8 03-12-2007 08:05 PM


Originally Posted by globi
Here are some cell phone pictures.



The fact that this car is soo light was surprisingly not even advertised at the car show.

Thanks for the pics mate...good one...

This car will be a real hit in Australia and Europe...
Mazda are pushing out some fantastic product...I really think they are going to suffer some serious capacity issues soon which might choke off growth..

Mazda Australia have had another record January and February, there is talk of 75,000 units..that is huge for them, 18 months ago 60,000 a year was big, 10 years ago there were doing 27,000 a year!

My point being is this is being repeated ALL over Europe who will sell more cars than Mazda North America in 2007.

Renesis_8 03-12-2007 08:56 PM

arent they already choking on capacity? produce more mazda3s!!!
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RXLogic 03-13-2007 08:00 PM

Honda dealers aren't keeping any Fits on the lot, so I don't see why Mazda couldn't sell these. Maybe capacity is the problem -- even though they would sell here, they'll sell for more elsewhere in the world.

ЯX-8 03-14-2007 09:49 AM

I like the color choices that the mazda2 has..

zoom44 03-14-2007 11:38 AM

great write up in the Brunei Times

http://www.bruneitimes.com.bn/detail...shape_ID=23769


New little Mazda can go a long way

Syamsul Yunos

KUALA LUMPUR


14-Mar-07

THE Mazda 2, which made its debut at the recent Geneva Motor Show, may not be the fastest or most glamorous car on the stands but it is certainly one of the most important small cars to break cover at the Swiss autosalon.

The Mazda 2 used to be called the Demio and in its previous incarnation, the car was about as interesting as a pair of beige trousers it certainly keeps all the grimy bits out of sight but that's about it.

Sure, the Demio was rather spacious inside, as are baggy trousers, but that does not make it a good and certainly not an interesting small car. But that has since been changed.

It has been a long time since a small car made such an impact in terms of its styling, the last time this happened, it was the Daihatsu Copen, which looked like a cross between a turtle and a large serving bowl which means it looks very interesting and unique.

The Mazda 2 is gorgeous because the designers took a bold step in terms of surface treatment.

The interesting interplay between concave and convex surfaces gives the car a lithe and athletic look without being bulky.

Just look at how the shoulder line begins halfway up the front wheel arch and extends itself all the way to the rear lamp cluster, creating a very strong dynamic wedge in profile.

Notice also how the surface gradually morphs from convex to concave on the flank before making room for a stylish lower body feature line.

The wedge accents on the flank are further magnified by the front end.

The designer has used a very unusual trick to blend the sides to the nose, a flared wheel arch that begins from the front door and does an upside down Nike kink before going all the way to the lamp cluster.

Interestingly, the line dissolves in the lamp lens and restarts again at the bottom of the lens before disappearing again towards the large and dramatic air scoop.

The front fog lamps keep the grille company within two scalloped spaces on each side and all three hold the subtle front spoiler in perfect placing.

To be sure, the car's proportion is nothing extraordinary or clever but the play with such complex surface is.

Conventional wisdom says that such complex surfaces do not have enough room to form on such a small car, just look at the BMW 1-series and how the flame surfacing there looks cramped.

By reducing the severity of the surface curvatures, Mazda designers needed less room for their design to fully form and this is evident when people find the design pleasing without actually knowing why.

There is some rather mundane detailing on the car, such as the front grille which begs more attention from the designers and side mirrors which wrote the rule book of conventionalism.

The dashboard is clean and easy to understand while still looking like the designers had a bit of fun with it and that is the key to the car fun.

The car simply looks like the designers had fun doing it and this is a rarity from a Japanese car manufacturer apart from the really quirky domestic models which play all sorts of games with classic car and anime themes.

The Mazda 2 is a car that is meant for the masses and is hitting the one segment which Europe has had almost total dominance over interesting, well designed small cars. Fiat, Renault, Volkswagen and Ford had better watch out because the Mazda 2 is certainly going to take customers away from their popular models.

The Two is the first model to take the Zoom Zoom model philosophy to the next level and if this is what they are capable of in Hiroshima, then the next few Mazda models are going to be very good looking.

Finally, the Japanese company that has produced so many motoring icons may now enjoy the commercial success that has so long eluded it.

The Brunei Times

ASH8 03-14-2007 02:07 PM

Charlie...just where do you come up with these links.. ;)

Boy the praise just 'GUSHES' over MAZDA...but we...well some of us already know how great there new line up is.

Yeah, I like their colors too...that GREEN does something to me...very refreshing.
I will give it a new name "Incredible Hulk" green...well,,,


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