The all new Mazda2 has been awarded a 5-Star NCAP rating
Published: 19th December 2007
Mazda2 has been awarded a 5-Star NCAP rating
It is good to see that the all-new Mazda2 supermini has been awarded a 5-Star safety rating in the latest round of Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) crash tests.
In terms of occupant protection, the new Mazda2 proved itself to be among the safest cars in the small car segment – earning the maximum 5-Stars for adult protection, plus a class-leading 4-Stars for child protection and a competitive 2-Stars for pedestrian protection.
“This is an excellent result for Mazda2, which is now officially one of the safest small cars,” commented Rob Lindley, Managing Director Mazda Motors UK. “Mazda’s designers and engineers have demonstrated that lightweight construction, which is so important in cutting fuel consumption and reducing emissions, does not mean having to compromise on strength or safety.”
The new Mazda2 weighs under 1,000kg, significantly less than the outgoing model, and its lightweight construction using ultra high-tensile steels, combined with sophisticated aerodynamics, enables the car to achieve reduced CO2 emissions (from 129g/km) and fuel consumption (up to 52.3mpg), while ensuring brisk acceleration and agile handling characteristics.
The three-strong Mazda2 range of petrol models is available in the UK from just £8,499 (on-the-road), with diesel models in showrooms from March 2008.
Mazda Mazda2
Our Mazda Mazda2 Guide lists the full specification of the current UK Mazda2 range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.
Price Range: £8,099 - £11,899
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Models in the range: 10
We have road tested the Mazda Mazda2, to read our in-depth car reviews:
Mazda Mazda2 Review - May 2008
Mazda Mazda2 Review - Nov 2003
Mazda Mazda2 Review - Mar 2008
Our Car Buyer’s Guide covers all of the UK’s major new cars and includes CO2 ratings and car insurance groups. Data updated on the 21st Sep 2008
