More of your own face
Rarely has a model been two models at the same time in one market, but the Mazda 2 has been that way in Europe since the end of 2021. The Mazda 2 is available with a 1.5 as a model actually developed by Mazda and is also available in the form of the Mazda 2 Hybrid. ver-Mazda-the Toyota Yaris sold. It is the last Mazda 2 that has now been subtly refreshed.
One model is not the same as the other and models can also differ from market to market. For example, several Chinese Volkswagens look different than here and there were several Toyota Yaris in Asia, among other places, that had little to do with the model sold in Europe. It is not often that one model in one market is two models at the same time. If we look at Mazda’s portfolio in Europe, we come across a Mazda 2 that is actually from the brand itself and a Mazda 2 with Hybrid addition that is actually little more than a hybrid Toyota Yaris with Mazda logos. The Mazda 2 Hybrid was presented in December 2021 and is now subtly renewed.
The original – the Toyota Yaris – has not recently been facelifted and so you should not expect the Mazda 2 Hybrid to be drastically changed visually. Yet the Mazda 2 Hybrid has more of its own snout than before. Mazda is giving the 2 Hybrid a completely new front bumper with a significantly smaller and more Mazda-like grille that is in line with the shape of the one in the front of cars like the 3 and Mazda’s own 2. The decorative elements on either side of the bumper are also new, the same applies to the cooling slot at the bottom of the bumper.
The changes to the rear are less drastic, but still make a significant difference. For example, Mazda removes the black panel that optically connects the taillights from the tailgate, just like on the Yaris. The result: more body color on the bottom of the car. More appearance news: the Mazda 2 Hybrid will be available in the new color Glass Blue. Mazda is also installing a larger infotainment screen with new software in the interior. 9- and 10.5-inch models are available.
The drivetrain is not tinkered with, so the Mazda 2 Hybrid retains its 92 hp 1.5 that works with an electric motor. The whole is good for a system power of 116 hp. Like several other recent Mazdas, the 2 Hybrid will be available in Prime-line, Centre-Line, Exclusive-line and as Homura and Homura Plus.
Dutch prices will follow later. By the way, the Toyota Yaris in the United States was previously a Mazda 2. This brings the Yaris and 2 circle full circle again.
– Thanks for information from Autoweek.nl