Car reviews

This Mazda 2 is a smart alternative to the Vauxhall Corsa, Ford Fiesta and Peugeot 207. It's a more exciting product than the car it replaces, good to drive and much more in keeping with Mazda's zoom-zoom ethos. Existing 2 owners shouldn't worry, as the new car sticks to its core values. It's still packed with equipment, reasonably priced and well built, while a cheaper three-door version is offered for the first time. The simple line-up is easy to understand and there's a choice of 1.3 and 1.5-litre petrol engines and a 1.4-litre diesel unit.