Mazda 2: Honda Jazz is the toughest rival

Mazda 2: Honda Jazz is the toughest rival - Specifications: Mazda 2 that has already launched in Indonesia provided the machine with a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder, DOHC 16-valve that produces power 103 hp at 6,000 rpm and torque of 137 Nm at 4,000 rpm. Mazda 2 fuel consumption outside downtown 17.8 km / liter, downtown 11.23 km / liter and a combination of 15.6 km / liter.

Safety Features

There some security features are offered. There are anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), and Mazda Advanced Impact Distribution And Absorption (MAIDAS).

The adoption of the Mazda RX-8

From the outside, this car RX-8 to adopt the face can be seen in the form of the front fenders and hood design. Mazda 2 interior adopts a sporty nuance, adjusting with its young generation market target.

The market of Hatchback City Car is in fast growing in Indonesia, but the presence of Mazda 2 which launched "quite late" will make the Mazda 2 a little heavy penetration. In this segment have already existed Honda Jazz, Toyota Yaris, Nissan Versa, Chevrolet Aveo or Hyundai i10 and Hyundai i20. Plus the Ford Fiesta, also will come in the mid-2010.

Mazda Indonesia acknowledges Honda Jazz as the toughest rival

Mazda 2 dashboard

Market conditions as described above was also recognized by the President of Mazda Motor Indonesia, Yoshiya Horigome which recognizes the Honda Jazz will be difficult to conquer. It makes sense when Honda Jazz has ruled this segment since the growing of Hatchback lovers. But Ryoichi Kishimoto, Program Manager of New Mazda 2 Mazda Motor Corporation, said that this third-generation of Mazda 2

will get special attention in the Indonesian market.

Mazda officially expressed a readiness to "rock" Indonesian hatchback market. Mazda 2 has a more modern design, high quality, strong engine and fuel efficiency will become the new choice for fans of city car in the country.

Mazda 2 achieved awards

"This car has been recognized around the world. Mazda 2 proved to have got total 51 awards. This is a confession, "he said when he joined the ASEAN Media Test Drive for New Mazda 2 in Chiang Mai, Thailand, last week. Until now, Mazda Motor Indonesia has not officially opened the official price range for the Mazda 2, but the expected price is really competitive, therefore the Mazda 2 could be superior in terms of price.

CBU version in limited numbers

MMI (car importer association) reportedly already get the full import permits (Completely Built-Up/CBU) Mazda 2 from Thailand as much as 75 units for a five-speed manual transmission and 75 units of four-speed automatic transmission. PT Mazda Motor Indonesia or MMI Mazda 2 expects to sell 300 units per month or 3600 units per year.

Mazda 2 Sedan version

Mazda 2 will only released hatchback version in Indonesia. But actually Mazda 2 also has a sedan version. That is just like Honda City, Honda Jazz, Toyota Yaris and Toyota Vios. These are some photos of Mazda 2 sedan version @ car review: