We get an early look at sharp-suited Mazda supermini courtesy of a set of leaked pictures on the web
The new Mazda2 supermini (known as the Demio in its home market of Japan) has been revealed earlier than expected in a set of images leaked on the web. Showing a striking similarity to the Hazumi concept revealed at the Geneva show in March, the new 2 will take on the formidable Ford Fiesta and new Vauxhall Corsa when it goes on sale in 2015.
Unsurprisingly the ‘Kodo’ design language from its bigger brother – the Mazda3 hatchback has been reinterpreted. The shield-shaped grille flowing into sharp headlights, bulging wheel arches and horizontal taillights are all carried over.
The Mazda3 influence continues in the interior with a tablet-style screen protruding from the top of the dash, while a simple trio of air-con dials and a BMW iDrive-style rotary controller are the only visible switchgear, creating an uncluttered design.
Technical details are thin on the ground at this stage, but Mazda’s new 1.5-litre SKYACTIV diesel is expected to debut with emissions of less than 90g/km, along with a 1.5-litre petrol. Overall dimensions are expected to be extremely close to the five-door Fiesta, but with a longer wheelbase for more interior room.
We’ll bring you more details, including UK-specific information, when it emerges, but expect prices to start from around £11,000 when it lands in British showrooms sometime next year.
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