2016 Mazda2 Makes North American Debut In Montreal

by Derek Kreindler

Published: January 16th, 2015

2016 mazda2 makes north american debut in montreal

Where else would Mazda choose to introduce their newest sub-compact but in Quebec?

The newest member of the Mazda family sports a 1.5L Skyactiv 4-cylinder making 113 horsepower, up 13 from the current car. On the other hand, weight is up by 88 lbs, while the car gains nearly 6 inches in length, 1 inch in height and 3 inches in wheelbase. All told, the car should weigh about 2400 lbs and measure in at 160 inches long – specs that make it identical in power and footprint to a first-generation Miata.

While the leisurely acceleration of the old car should remain, the Skyactiv chassis, powertrain and all-new styling represent a clean break from the old, Fiesta-derived Mazda2. The interior appears to be a scaled down version of what’s offered in larger Mazdas, right down to the tablet-like LCD screen. As with other Mazda products, fuel economy should be at the top of the pack. Pricing and availability weren’t announced, but the new Mexican assembly of the Mazda2 might make for a less expensive sticker price.

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Sector 5 on Jan 17, 2015

Still haven't been able to match the tugboat in innovation or sales. Best GLC to date from Mazda, lasted for donkeys years even if the fuel pump was pricey. Accent's more proof the Koreans can match the Japs.

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JohnnyFirebird on Jan 19, 2015

That interior is better than anything I've seen in a Mazda in a long time, at least in these little screenshots.

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