Exterior & Interior
As is the case with many new Mazda models, the Mazda2 has a big, grinning grille opening. I like it on other Mazdas and I like it even more on the Mazda2, because the car is smaller. It looks like a little baby, grinning away. There are also some subtle, fenderlike bumps on the side that remind me of the Mazda3. Taken as a whole, you can really tell it's a member of the Mazda family.
The inside is very nice, though spare. There are plenty of cupholders, the
gauges are easy to read and the radio is easy to operate, but there's no "wow"
gadget. Heck, the only way to hook your iPod to the stereo is through a
headphone auxiliary jack.
In a way, I think that's good: There's too much going on in modern interiors
that distracts from driving. But I also know I'm in the minority in liking a
simple interior. Either way, I think Mazda deserves a star for not wrapping the
dashboard/center stack area in some cheap, metal-finish plastic. The Mazda2's
design is simple and clean.
See also:
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions
qOperational Range
The system operates only when the driver
is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the advanced key is being
carried.
NOTE:
When the battery power is low, or in plac ...
Interior Equipment (View B)
1. Audio control switch.
2. Air bags.
3. Cruise control switches.
4. Information display.
5. Climate control system.
6. Hazard warning flasher switch.
7. Audio system.
8. Glove box.
9. AMB s ...
Tire Maintenance
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear
abnormally. Here are
some important maintenance points:
Tire Inflation Pressure
Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the ...