Motoring

Mazda 2 Long Term Review – It’s the little things that matter

It’s a $26,000 small car. That’s smallish money, but there are cheaper cars out there. However, after 3-4 months, and basically this car becoming part of my family – There’s no faulting the Mazda 2.

I’ve been driving the G15 Evolve, it’s the middle of the range. It misses out on Mazda’s radar cruise control, front parking sensors, and 360-degree reversing camera found in the GT model for another $1,500 or so – and frankly, I’d stump up for that.

Not because I missed out on them, but because as the owner of a 2010 Mazda 2, I can forsee this car being in your household for 10 years.

A Mazda 2 isn’t a car you lease, it’s a car you buy, you own, you live with as probably your second car.

For some, perhaps those at the two farthest ends of the age spectrums this might be their only car.

Head up display – massive tick. Already missing it having opted for a lower spec car to drive for the next little while.

Lane keep assistance – brilliant. And frankly, very well done too – it’s not too aggressive, in fact it’s subtle but very powerful when needed – for teenagers this is brilliant.

But you know what I love the most. Looks and quality. It’s a great looking car, that itself has an air of higher value to it, and on the inside the trim is excellent. Not at all something you could describe as cheap, and certainly in 10 years the interior of a Mazda 2 has come a remarkably long way.

Sadly for Mazda, they don’t have a sale in me. But only because our trusty Mazda 2 (Stellar – that’s what we call her), is just going so strong. Fortunately I upgraded the radio in the 2010 car to a Pioneer head unit with Apple CarPlay, frankly if that wasn’t the case she’d be traded faster than a losing NRL coach.

There’s a reason Mazda sells so many cars in Australia, they are reliable, they are high quality, and they drive well. Isn’t that all you want in a car?

Fuel Consumption over three months – 7.4l/100km – in what was very much around town and ducking to the shops usage.

Thanks to Mazda Australia for the longer-term review period, giving a true ownership experience that helps re-enforce the things you observe in a short one week review.

Recent Posts

  • Tech

2026 will be the battle of “RGB” in TV technology – what. the. heck. is. that?

If you're still catching up on Quantum Dots, OLED, Mini LED and are thinking that…

11 hours ago
  • Tech

NBN gets set for the final roll out of Fibre upgrades to another 600,000 homes

The NBN is getting ready to lock in the final stage of the Fibre to…

17 hours ago
  • Motoring

The stunning new BMW iX3 is a vision for the future realised as Neue Klasse comes to market

BMW has revealed the first new model to be designed and engineered under their 2025…

19 hours ago
  • Tech

Best in Smart Home – The SwannBuddy 4K Video Doorbell with AI wins at the IFA Innovation Awards

The SwannBuddy4K Video Doorbell with SwannShield™AI Voice Assistant has been given an Honouree accolade for…

1 day ago
  • Tech

360 degree security camera coverage and smart AI capabilities come to Reolink security lineup at IFA 2025

Reolink is a bit of an upstart when it comes to home security but having…

1 day ago
  • Lifestyle

LG unveil its AI plans for your home appliances at IFA 2025

LG has announced its vision for AI-powered living at IFA 2025 under the moniker “LG…

1 day ago