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Mazda 2 Hatchback (2003-2007) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0

At a glance

Price new £8,615 - £11,875
Used prices £355 - £1,753
Road tax cost £35 - £315
Insurance group 7 - 12
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 416 - 614 miles
Number of doors 5
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

Durability, safety

CONS

Lacklustre drive, not as sporty as other Mazdas

Written by Dan Harrison Updated: 15 September 2025

Overview

The 2 may be a Mazda, but it’s based on the Ford Fiesta and Fusion and built in Ford’s Spanish factory. It offers exceptional versatility and a rejuvenated badge image thanks to funkier Mazdas like the 6 and RX-8. The mixture of Ford durability and Mazda’s proven reliability means it’s a sturdy and dependable alternative to more mainstream small cars.

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