Mazda 2 (2007 - 2015) 1.3 TS2 5d (2010/59) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Doesn't care if he drives a girly car!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

It's ok I guess, some say it's a bit girly, but mostly neutral reviews.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, economy is not that great (it could be due to my agressive driving style) - I've never got near the supposed 500+ mile range of the car, usually needs refuelling at around 300 miles. It's not really a family friendly car. Also, overtaking on single carrigeway A roads can be a bit dicey, especially if there are two or three adults in the car. Servicing is also on the pricey side.

What are you likely to buy next?

Honda S2000 - I want a fun car now.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£10,000

When did you buy the car?

October 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

Fairly good deal, I got a lot off due to end of the month and wasn't fussed about the colour.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wrote off my old 306, needed a car with low insurance costs and wanted a new one!

What was the dealer like?

Nice enough, for a car salesman!

What's it like to drive?

The driver's seat is slightly off centre to the middle of the steering wheel, meaning long journeys can give you backache (lumbar support might be needed here too). So long as you are on your own in the car it does move pretty sharpish up to national speed limit, but as soon as two or three people are inside it does struggle to accelerate.

What's it like to park?

Incredibly easy!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing that I haven't caused!

What's most practical about your car?

Cheap tank to fill up! Er, I guess you can get quite a bit in the boot, but nothing of a large size.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Folding mirrors.