CONFIRMING WHAT WE’VE been saying for some time now, the era of the sub-$20,000 car in Australian is rapidly drawing to a close. Mazda has just announced pricing for its new Mazda2 small car, and it starts at $22,290, plus on road costs for the hatch, and from $24,290 (plus on roads) for the sedan. The top of the range GT comes in at $27,490 in hatch and sedan, so by the time you factor in on road costs and one of two essential options (including premium paint for $595), you’re looking at close to $30,000.
The Mazda2 has undergone an extensive refresh.
Up front, the fascia has been adorned with a new black or body colour grille, while the addition of a sleeker bumper design creates a streamlined new look. All Mazda2 hatchbacks also sport an asymmetrically placed colour accent on the front grille and rear bumper.
Hatchback variants, as well as the top-of-the-line GT sedan, are treated to a redesigned rear bumper.
Two new paint schemes – Aero Grey Metallic and Airstream Blue Metallic – are offered to Mazda2 buyers for the first time, contributing to a now nine-strong colour range.
Mazda2’s two most accessible grades – Pure and Pure SP – come with a number of bespoke features inspired by Mazda’s evolved Kodo design language.
These unique offerings include three coloured dash trim pieces finished in Pure White, Mirror Black or Mint, which are determined by the car’s external paint scheme.
The Pure SP ups the aesthetic stakes further with a black film covering for the roof.
Taking cues from the sporty Mazda2 Genki of a decade ago, the Evolve and range-topping GT variants of the updated Mazda2 have adopted a similarly dynamic philosophy.
Inside, the Evolve and GT are finished with a sharp black interior contrasted with red highlights extending to the seat stitching and air vent surrounds.
The GT takes it to another level with partial leather seats, a red and black dash, an all-new, aero-inspired multi-spoke alloy wheel design and polished, dual exhaust tips.
Barring the Pure, all grades come equipped with a streamlined ‘shark fin’ antenna, bolstering the Mazda2’s chic aesthetic.
“Mazda2 has always been a fan favourite for our newest road users and buyers who enjoy a premium product that also adeptly delivers on safety, quality, economy and drivability,” Vinesh Bhindi, Managing Director of Mazda Australia, said.
The updated Mazda2 will go on sale in June 2023, with deliveries beginning in July 2023.
Mazda2 Hatch Price List
| Powertrain | Transmission | ||
| Pure |
Skyactiv G 1.5-litre petrol (G15) |
Manual | $22,290 |
| Auto | $24,290 | ||
| Pure SP | Auto | $25,090 | |
| Evolve | Auto | $25,790 | |
| GT | Auto | $27,490 |
Mazda2 Sedan Price List
| Powertrain | Transmission | ||
| Pure | Skyactiv G 1.5-litre petrol (G15) | Auto | $24,290 |
| GT | Auto | $27,490 |