Powered by an 82 kilowatt, 1.5-litre engine, the all-new Mazda2 combines first-class driving dynamics with a spacious, high-quality interior and outstanding value.

Priced from just $17,790 with standard air conditioning, the Mazda2 is $1450 below the car it replaces, the 1.5-litre 121 Metro Shades, and comes standard with additional equipment worth $900.

The Mazda2’s new MZR 1.5-litre engine is the most sophisticated and powerful in its class, with it using Sequential Valve Timing to help deliver its class-leading power.

The Mazda2’s engine delivers 24 per cent more power than a Holden Barina, 49 per cent more power than the Volkswagen Polo and 28 per cent more power than the superseded 121’s 1.5-litre engine.

The MZR engine also returns improved fuel consumption when mated to either the revised five-speed manual or four-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission.

Employing new body architecture, suspension, steering, brakes and bigger tyres, the Mazda2 backs up its power with class-leading driving dynamics.

The five-door hatch will be sold in three trim levels – Neo, Maxx and Genki (Japanese for high spirited or cheerful).

Unlike its rivals, each Mazda2 model features a unique interior to give the Neo, Maxx and Genki its own personality and buyer appeal. The new Mazda also introduces exciting, cutting-edge fashion color options such as Spicy Orange metallic, Splash Green metallic and Honey Yellow.

Adopting Mazda’s athletic design signature, which shaped the hot-selling Mazda6, the Mazda2 at 3925mm is 125mm longer than the 121 Metro and is also wider and taller and sits on a wheelbase that been stretched by 102mm.

Offering class-leading space for passengers and luggage, all Mazda2 models feature a split/fold and sliding rear seat that can be moved forward by 100mm to further boost cargo room.

The all-new Mazda2 has more cabin space than the 323 Astina launched in 1994.

It provides more rear legroom (+138mm), rear headroom (+57mm), front headroom (+50mm), front shoulder room (+16mm) and rear shoulder room (+46mm) than the previous-generation Astina hatch.

Inside, the car’s T-shaped dash, with its brushed alloy-look finish and dark blue colored dash and trim panels, sets a new class standard for design and quality.

The Mazda2 is also safer with all models coming standard with new-generation dual stage front airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners with dual stage load limiters, anti-whiplash front seats, an anti-intrusion brake pedal that reduces the chance of lower leg injuries in a heavy frontal impact and five lap/sash seatbelts.

The Genki model, which goes on sale from February 2003, comes standard with ABS anti-lock brakes complete with Electronic Brake Force Distribution and for the first time on a Mazda, Brake Assist.

The managing director of Mazda Australia, Malcolm Gough said: "The Mazda2 is the second of our new generation products that fully embrace Zoom-Zoom and fully reflect our Stylish, Insightful and Spirited brand DNA.

"Offering outstanding value and offered in three distinct models with unique interiors, the Mazda2 gives our customers unparalleled choice in this market segment and backs that up with class-leading dynamics.

"Its combination of power, space, equipment and quality will ensure that the Mazda2 makes a significant impact in its market segment".

Mazda2 offers outstanding value with the $17,790 Neo coming standard with air conditioning, central locking, CD player, 14-inch wheels and tyres, power steering, engine immobiliser and no-cost metallic paint.

The Mazda2 Neo is priced $1450 below the superseded 121 Shades and is also more affordable than its competitors.

Mazda2 Neo is priced $1600 below a five-door Holden Barina with air conditioning and metallic paint, $2500 below the entry-level VW Polo with metallic paint and no air conditioning and $1459 below the 1.3-litre Honda Jazz with optional air conditioning and metallic paint.

The Mazda2 Maxx, which is priced from $20,570, adds a six-stack in-dash CD player, 15-inch alloy wheels, remote central locking, power windows and mirrors, wheel-mounted stereo controls that are illuminated at night – a unique feature in this class – velour trim and a rear roof-mounted spoiler.

The range-topping Genki also gets a body kit that includes a front spoiler, side and rear skirts and a rear spoiler, front fog lights, sporty interior trim and ABS brakes. It is priced from $22,195.

A stiffer body helps Mazda2 deliver plenty of Zoom-Zoom with the car using a new MacPherson strut with lower A-arm front suspension and a new, compact torsion beam rear suspension.

The overall result is superb steering stability, better bump absorption, class-leading handling and improved driver feedback.

The brakes are also bigger, providing best-in-class stopping distances and a more progressive and reassuring brake pedal feel.

The Mazda2 is protected by a comprehensive 3 year/unlimited kilometre warranty.

Mazda2 Offers Best of Both Worlds

With 82 kilowatts of power, first-class dynamics and more interior space than the 323 Astina launched in 1994, the Mazda2 has been designed and engineered to compliment today’s fast-paced city living.

Adopting Mazda’s athletic design signature that first appeared on the Mazda6 earlier this year, the Mazda2 strikes a perfect balance between good looks and practicality.

Sporting Mazda’s five-point family grille, flared wheel arches and distinctive horizontal tail lamps, the Mazda2 stands out from the crowd, helped by exciting, cutting-edge fashion color options such as Spicy Orange metallic, Splash Green metallic and Honey Yellow.

The five-door hatch will be sold in three trim levels – Neo, Maxx and Genki (Japanese for high spirited or cheerful).

Unlike its competitors, each Mazda2 model has been given a distinctive interior, providing the Neo, Maxx and Genki with their own personality and buyer appeal.

The Neo features contemporary grey fabric that combines with a dark-blue dash panel, door inserts and front cup holders to convey an image of elegant, informal simplicity.

Maxx boasts an ultra modern interior that combines a bright corn-colored base tone as well as darker fabrics and various textures, including a velour and suede combination material that boasts a refreshing retro pattern inspired by 1970’s fashions.

The Mazda2 Genki’s bold exterior is perfectly matched by an interior that projects a cool, sporty ambience.

Its interior is as striking as its body-kitted exterior, being bathed in dark blue tones with metal-like accents imparting a high-tech image. The seat fabric and door trim panels feature metal-mesh and embossed knit trim that portrays a strong and sporty image.

The distinctive interiors compliment the car’s classy T-shaped dash that looks like it belongs to a much more expensive car, while the spacious interior incorporates a sliding and split/fold rear seat and offers room for four adults. Two mountain bikes can be carried in the back without removing their wheels.

The Mazda2 is also safer, with all models coming standard with new-generation dual stage front airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners with dual stage load limiters, anti-whiplash front seats, an anti-intrusion brake pedal that reduces the chance of lower leg injuries in a heavy frontal impact and five lap/sash seatbelts.

The Genki model, which goes on sales from February 2003, comes standard with ABS anti-lock brakes complete with Electronic Brake Force Distribution and for the first time on a Mazda, Brake Assist.

Replacing the third-generation 121, the Mazda2 is a sophisticated small car and sits in the "premium" sub segment of the light car market – as defined by VFACTS – and will attract a new generation of younger buyer to the Mazda lineup.

Rivals in this expanding sub segment, which is attracting a larger share of sales as the traditional small cars get larger and move up the price ladder, include the VW Polo, Citroen C3, Peugeot 206, Renault Clio and the Honda Jazz.

Market research that considers people’s attitudes to owning cars found that potential buyers in the 25 to 35 age group rated the Mazda2 as a class leader in terms of interior layout and quality, features and value.

The Mazda2 also received praise for its exterior style and safety features from the Sydney-based research groups.

Mazda Australia’s national marketing manager, Martin Benders said: "The research shows that the Mazda2 offers the right combination of style, performance and value that younger buyers in this market are looking for.

"However, our research also shows that existing 121 owners recognise that the new model is significantly improved across all aspects of the car and they too will have the Mazda2 at the top of their shopping lists".

Mazda2 offers outstanding value with the $17,790 Neo coming standard with air conditioning, central locking, CD player, 14-inch wheels and tyres, power steering, engine immobiliser and no-cost metallic paint.

The Mazda2 Neo is priced $1450 below the superseded 121 Shades and includes additional standard equipment worth $900.

It is also more affordable than its competitors.

For example the Mazda2 Neo is $1600 below a five-door Holden Barina with air conditioning and metallic paint, $2500 below the entry-level VW Polo with metallic paint and no air conditioning and $1459 below the 1.3-litre Honda Jazz with optional air conditioning and metallic paint.

The Mazda2 Maxx, which is priced from $20,570, adds a six-stack in-dash CD player, 15-inch alloy wheels, remote central locking, power windows and mirrors, wheel-mounted stereo controls that are illuminated at night – a unique feature in this class – velour trim and a rear roof-mounted spoiler.

It offers better value than the Renault Clio Expression, offering numerous advantages that include but are not limited to more power and torque, a six-stack CD player, power windows front and back and 15-inch alloy wheels and tyres.

The Maxx has the same equipment advantages when compared with the Peugeot 206 XR but also adds a passenger airbag and power mirrors.

The range-topping Genki boasts a body kit that includes a front spoiler, side and rear skirts and a rear spoiler, driving lights, sporty interior trim and ABS brakes with Brake Assist. It is priced from $22,195.

Compared with the Toyota Echo Sportivo the Mazda2 includes ABS anti-lock brakes and a passenger airbag, features that are options on the Toyota, while the Mazda also has larger wheels and tyres (15 vs 14-inch), power windows all round and a six-stack CD player with wheel-mounted controls.

When matched against the Barina SRi, the Genki also has the advantage of coming standard with air conditioning and a six-stack CD player with wheel-mounted controls.

Mazda Australia expects to sell about 300 Mazda2s a month, which is up from the 259 sales the 121 Metro averaged each month last year. Sales next year should be close to 3500.

Overall 36 per cent of buyers are expected to buy the Neo, while 54 per cent will choose the Maxx and 10 per cent the sporty Genki variant.

Buyers are also likely to slightly favour the four-speed automatic transmission with 55 per cent opting for the self-shifting gearbox.

PRICING

NEO	$17,790
MAXX	$20,570
GENKI	$22,195
(Automatic transmission $1,750)

The exterior of the Mazda2 is dynamic and athletic and is instantly recognisable as a Mazda with its "family face" five-point grille, while its sharply accented bonnet lines, flared guards and horizontal tail lamps echo the lines of the Mazda6. Its high quality, spacious interior looks and feels like it belongs to that of a larger and more expensive car.

With class-leading interior space, the Mazda2 can accommodate four adults in comfort and features a sliding fore/aft and split/fold rear seat to meet every load-carrying need. Larger in every dimension than the 121 Metro, the Mazda2 has more interior space than a 1994 Mazda 323 Astina. Overall, it creates the right balance between emotive Mazda design and class-leading versatility and spaciousness.

Quick Reference

• The Mazda2 takes small car styling into the new millennium with a front-end design that highlights Mazda’s newly defined family identity
• Well-defined wheelarches with flared guards define the Mazda2’s side stance while its long wheelbase, wider tracks and short overhangs visually communicate its athleticism in a clean, harmonious manner
• The tear-shaped tail light combination defines the car’s rear end
• By employing the latest ergonomic design techniques, the Mazda2 has achieved best-in-class interior quality, extra spaciousness and easy-to-use seat arrangements
• Boasting an interior quality level not available in other cars in this class, all models feature a centre console with subtle polished metal look surfaces
• New colors include the bold Spicy Orange metallic, Splash Green metallic and the striking Honey Yellow
• The Mazda2 is available in Neo, Maxx and Genki grades, each offering distinctive interior trim and colors, a unique feature in this class
• The Mazda2 is larger in every dimension than the car it replaces
• Offering more interior room, the Mazda2 has more cabin space than the 323 Astina launched in 1994
• An all-new front seat design reduces fatigue by providing more back support, enhanced seat cushion firmness and better under thigh support
• The redesigned split/fold rear seats are more comfortable, provide more back support and have a larger, thicker seat cushion
• With rear doors that open to an angle of 80 degrees, the Mazda2 achieves top level rear-seat accessibility, improving access for adults and children
• With a fore/aft slide function of 100mm, the left and right sides of the rear seat can also be fully reclined (in 12 stages, each at a pitch angle of 5º)
• With limited intrusion from the rear wheelarches and suspension towers and a larger and squared load space, the Mazda2 provides more cargo carrying capacity than the already impressive 121
• The Mazda2 can carry two full-sized mountain bikes without removing their wheels
• With the rear seats folded the Mazda2 can accommodate a huge 1205 litres of cargo
• The interior now boasts additional and more convenient storage spaces
• All models come standard with a fully-integrated AM/FM tuner and CD player
• An in-dash six-stack CD, controlled by wheel-mounted controls that are illuminated at night, are standard on Maxx and Genki models

In Detail

The Mazda2 boasts an innovative, high quality interior that looks like it belongs to a car from a class above, while its distinctive exterior portrays an elegant yet dynamic form. The car’s athletic stance clearly positions the car as a member of Mazda’s new generation product family. The new model’s emotional and dynamic lines inherit Mazda’s brand DNA from the RX-7, MX-5 and the new Mazda6.

Athletic, High Quality Design

Mazda’s new design philosophy forms the basis for the Mazda2’s dynamic athleticism, which is reflected in the car’s performance and in its advanced mechanical package and emotionally charged design.

The two key elements identified in the car’s original blueprint focus on sophisticated driving dynamics and superior interior quality and roominess. These are key points of Mazda’s Stylish, Insightful and Spirited brand DNA.

Aggressive Good looks

The Mazda2 takes small car styling into the new millennium with a front-end design that highlights Mazda’s newly defined family identity. With sharp, up-slanting headlights and the signatory five-point family meshed grille boasting a centrally located Mazda emblem, the car’s ‘face’ has been redefined in a powerful and aggressive design.

From the centre of the front bumper, a line extends up past the grille to become a raised accent on the bonnet. This tapers back towards the A-pillar where it blends in to give a sporty accent to the side panels and door frame.

Well-defined wheelarches with flared guards characterise the Mazda2’s side stance while its long wheelbase, wider tracks and short overhangs visually communicate its athleticism in a clean, harmonious manner.

Rear View

The car’s rear view is characterised by its wide stance and flared guards, integrated bumper and lowered tailgate edge. However, it's the tail light combination that defines the rear end. Tear-shaped in a wrap-around design, the lights incorporate all rear lighting functions and give the Mazda2 a distinctive borderless look.

Positioned to compliment the bottom edge of the rear window, the rear wiper does not affect the carefully balanced rear lines nor interfere with driver visibility. Improved Aerodynamics

In addition to the car’s advanced packaging, which boasts a spacious easy-to-use interior, the new model’s aerodynamics contribute to improved fuel economy and less noise entering the cabin at high speed.

To ensure the best aerodynamics possible, the Mazda2 incorporates A-pillars with rounded cross-sectional frames, flared moldings on the front corner sections, optimal positioning of the bonnet and roof points and a large streamlined tailgate opening.

Wheels And Tyres

The Mazda2 comes with a range of new wheels and larger tyres that express the car’s dynamic capabilities and trim levels.

The Mazda2 Neo comes standard with large 14-inch steel wheels with wheel covers (the entry-level 121 used 13-inch steel wheels without wheel covers) and 175/65R14 tyres. Maxx and Genki models sit on 15-inch alloys with 185/55R15 tyres.

A New Standard In Interior Design And Quality

The all-new interior is based on a clean, simple and high quality cabin layout that would not look out of place in a far more expensive car.

By employing the latest ergonomic design techniques, the Mazda2 has achieved best-in-class interior quality, extra spaciousness and easy to use seat arrangements. It also offers contemporary and coordinated color schemes and trim levels.

Innovative T-shaped Dashboard

The highlight of the car’s interior is its T-shaped dashboard. Employing a low, flat instrument panel that projects a feeling of openness, the dashboard reflects the style of a modern home audio system. Its upper dark blue section with a dimple surface treatment provides a more luxurious and sporty look. The large speedometer and tachometer are simple and easy to read while all controls and switches are strategically located within easy reach of the driver. Boasting an interior quality level not available in other cars in this class, all models feature a centre console with subtle polished metal look surfaces.

On Genki models, the door handles are also finished in the same chic metal-finish treatment.

A yellow-tinted central display gives added accent to the contemporary console design, while large dial-like switches are well-balanced and easy-to-use. Fully closable air-conditioning vents on the sides of the dash are circular in design and finished with a chrome-like surround.

Craftsmanship – Devoted To Detail

Mazda’s design philosophy is based on craftsmanship and attention to detail, focusing on areas that customers directly see, touch and use.

This translates into easy-to-use controls and improved functionality. But more so, it refers to the incorporation of colors, shapes, materials and sound quality that are pleasing to our senses.

Such quality is evident in the firmness, smooth operation and feel of the switches and levers, the basic criteria by which Mazda judges operation feel. To ensure that the operation of the door handles, seat lifter ratchet, centre console switches, steering wheel and gear knob meet occupant needs, Mazda has developed controls that require a minimum amount of force for operation.

Engineers even paid special attention to the sound of doors closing by employing acoustics research that focused on sound levels and quality. By incorporating specially designed door latches that produce low rather than high frequency sound waves, sound quality was further improved.

Three Mazda2 Models – The Choice Is Yours

Neo

Available in 10 body colours, the Mazda2 Neo, with its dynamic good looks and class-leading on-road ability, will suit the most fashion conscious buyer. New colours include the bold Spicy Orange metallic, Splash Green metallic and the striking Honey Yellow. The colour range contrasts perfectly with a contemporary grey fabric that helps express an image of high quality and informality.

Inside, bright grey colors combine with a dark-blue dash panel, door inserts and front cup holders to convey an image of elegant simplicity. The dashboard is finished in soft tones to compliment the classic interior ambience.

Maxx

From its chrome-topped grille, sporty 15-inch alloy wheels, rear roof spoiler and light, bright modern interior, Maxx stands out from the mainstream car crowd.

A choice of seven body colors sits perfectly with Maxx’s ultra modern interior that combines a bright beige base tone as well as various textures and colors, including a velour and suede combination material that boasts a refreshing chain-link pattern inspired by 1970’s fashions.

Genki

The Mazda2 Genki’s bold exterior is perfectly matched by an interior that projects a cool, sporty ambience.

For those buyers wanting to make a dramatic statement that they enjoy cars and driving, the Mazda2 Genki is the answer. Fitted with an aggressively-styled body kit including front, side and rear spoilers, the Genki also employs a body-colored front grille bar, front fog lamps, and 15-inch alloy wheels.

The interior is just as striking, being bathed in dark blue with metal-like accents imparting a high-tech image. The seat fabric and door trim panels feature metal-mesh and embossed knit trim that portrays a strong and sporty image.

Packaging

A Body Size That Compliments Its Exceptional Dynamics

The Mazda2 is larger in every dimension than the car it replaces with overall length increasing by 125mm to 3925mm and the wheelbase now stretching to 2492mm, an increase of 102mm over the 121.

The Mazda2 is also 10mm wider, 5mm taller, while the front track has increased by 52mm and the rear by 32mm. These gains translate into a larger, more practical and comfortable interior that remains compact enough to make city driving a pleasure, but one that accommodates four adults.

Top Level Interior Space

The larger body and clever engineering has produced an interior with class-leading space.

Front seat width in the Mazda2 has increased by 38mm over the 121, while the use of a concave door trim design has enhanced elbow room. The front seats are now 40 mm further apart, further improving the amount of space across the car.

Headroom front and back and rear legroom has also been improved, while shoulder space between passengers increases to 1358mm in the front and 1348mm in the back, representing gains of 45mm and 40mm respectively.

The all-new Mazda2 now offers so much interior room that it has more cabin space than the 323 Astina launched in 1994.

The Mazda2 provides more rear legroom (+138mm), rear headroom (+57mm), front headroom (+50mm), front shoulder room (+16mm) and rear shoulder room (+46mm) than the previous-generation Astina hatch.

One Size Fits All

Employing a front seat slide distance of 250mm (with 10mm pitch) and a 55mm (stepless) driver seat lifter – standard on Maxx and Genki models – the Mazda2 can be tailored to any body size or shape.

Adjusted by an easy-to-use ratchet seat-height lever, the integrated seat back and cushion tilts forward slightly enabling a driver’s hip point and distance to the pedals to remain the same, giving the optimum seat performance in any position. And with a steering tilt function of 45mm, drivers from 150cm to 190cm can easily find their best driving position in a matter of seconds.

New Seat Design Has Superior Support And Comfort

An all-new front seat design reduces fatigue by providing more back support, enhanced seat cushion firmness and under thigh support.

The rear seats, which can be reclined, have been redesigned and are now more comfortable with more back support and a larger, thicker seat cushion.

Easy Entry And Exit

Setting the hip point height at 545mm and optimising side sill width allows easier feet movement during entry and exit.

With a rear door that opens to an angle of 80 degrees, the Mazda2 achieves top level rear-seat accessibility, improving access for adult passengers and children. ISOFIX child restraint points and three top-tether child anchor points are provided. All five Mazda2 seating positions come with a lap/sash seatbelt.

Improved rear seat is simpler and easier to fold

The Mazda2’s rear seat is just as practical but easier to use than that of the superseded 121. A revised 50:50 split rear seat back design can be collapsed with the flick of one switch while the rear seat can be double folded, providing a fully flat luggage area.

To engage the double-folding action of the rear seat, the left and right rear seat backs are first pushed forward by pulling on simple levers. Then, by releasing cushion locks located at the base of the seat back, spring loaded mechanisms pull the entire rear seats up and vertical to rest behind the front seats.

With a slide function of 100mm, the rear seat also boasts independent left and right fully reclining capabilities (in 12 stages, each at a pitch angle of 5º).

Larger Luggage Space Makes Loading Easier

With limited intrusion from the rear wheelarches and suspension towers and a larger and more square load space, the Mazda2 provides more cargo carrying capacity than the already impressive 121.

To make loading and unloading easier, the rear bumper height has been lowered, while a larger rear hatch door is also provided.

The rear cargo space is impressive with it accommodating 280 litres when filled to the standard tonneau cover and with the back seat in its most rearward position.

Double fold the rear seats and the space balloons to 674 litres when the Mazda2 is filled to the window line and jumps to a huge 1205 litres when packed to the roof.

Like the 121, the new Mazda2, can accommodate two full-sized mountain bikes without removing the wheels.

Cabin Storage

Mazda has paid special attention to delivering better designed and more convenient storage pockets. They include:

• A "clean box", a removable rubbish bin, is located beside the glovebox
• A large glovebox can accommodate a tissue box
• Front door pockets can hold maps or magazines
• An instrument panel side tray can be used to store CDs or carrying cosmetics
• A tray located under the dashboard can be used to store sunglasses
• A lidded cubby is located on the dashboard
• All Mazda2 models have two front cupholders as well as bottle holders in each rear door
• The driver’s sun visor has a ticket holder and vanity mirror
• The front seat back pocket can store large map books and magazines
• Chrome-finish side bars on each side of the luggage area can be used to hang shopping bags or takeaway food

High Quality Audio

All models come standard with a fully-integrated AM/FM tuner and CD audio. An in-dash six-stack CD, controlled by wheel-mounted controls that are illuminated at night, are standard on Maxx and Genki models.

Mazda has designed and engineered the Mazda2 to deliver responsive performance and handling, a key element of the company’s brand DNA. It has been achieved by using an all-new powertrain, a more rigid chassis, new suspension, sharper steering and more powerful brakes.

Quick Reference

• An all-new Mazda designed and developed engine sits at the heart of the Mazda2
• Displacing 1498cc, the high-tech, all-aluminium, DOHC, 16-valve powerplant produces 82kW at 6000rpm and 141Nm of torque at 4000rpm using regular unleaded fuel
• The new engine delivers 90 per cent of its torque from just 1900rpm
• Power has increased by almost 28 per cent and torque by 10 per cent over Mazda’s superseded 1.5-litre engine
• The new MZR engine also develops a staggering 16kW or 24 per cent more power than the top-selling European-made competitor in the light car segment
• Mazda2’s new-generation engine not only develops substantially more power and torque but delivers improved fuel economy when mated to either manual or automatic transmission
• The MZR engine uses Mazda’s continuously variable valve timing system, S-VT, increasing power in the low to mid-ranges and delivering strong mid-range torque and a more linear accelerator feel
• A revised five-speed manual and electronically-controlled four-speed automatic have been tuned to suit the strong power and torque characteristics of the MZR engine that powers the Mazda2 range
• All-new body architecture provides Mazda2 with a platform that delivers a new standard in handling, cornering and braking for the light car segment
• The car’s front suspension employs a new MacPherson strut setup that incorporates a lower A arm
• A newly-developed torsion beam suspension system is used at the rear
• The car’s standard engine rev speed sensitive power-assisted rack and pinion steering has just 2.75 turns lock-to-lock. The car’s turning circle is a tight 9.8m
• The Mazda2 has larger brakes front and rear than the superseded 121. As a result, the Mazda2 boasts top level braking distances, wet or dry
• The sporty Genki model boasts ABS anti-lock brakes complete with Electronic Brake force Distribution and Brake Assist
• The Mazda2 incorporates numerous NVH measures such as special engine mounts and sound proofing, resulting in top-level cabin quietness as well as a crisp, smooth engine note

In Detail

Setting The Engine Benchmark

An all-new Mazda designed and developed engine sits at the heart of the Mazda2. Displacing 1498cc, this high-tech, all-aluminium, DOHC, 16-valve powerplant is class leading, producing 82kW at 6000rpm and 141Nm of torque at 4000rpm using regular unleaded fuel.

The new engine delivers 90 per cent of its torque from just 1900rpm. Power has increased by almost 28 per cent and torque by 10 per cent over Mazda’s superseded 1.5-litre engine, while achieving lower fuel consumption on both city and highway cycles when mated to either manual or automatic transmission.

The new MZR engine also develops a staggering 16kW or 24 per cent more power than the top-selling European-made competitor in the light car segment. Improved Fuel Economy

Mazda2’s new-generation engine not only develops substantially more power and torque but also delivers improved fuel economy, with the automatic and manual transmission models returning 7.6L/100km in the city according to Government tests.

This represents an improvement of 1.0L/100km for the automatic and an improvement of 0.4L/100km for the manual model or almost 12 per cent and 5 per cent respectively.

The highway figures also show marked improvement with automatic models using 5.4L/100km compared with 6.8L/100km for the superseded car – an improvement of 20.6 per cent.

Highway economy for a five-speed manual Mazda2 of 5.2L/100km is 19 per cent better than the 6.4L/100km the 1.5-litre 121 returned on the same government test.

The Mazda2 has a 45 litre fuel tank, up from 43 litres for the 121, giving the more fuel efficient car a considerable increase in range.

Stronger Torque In Low To Mid Rev Ranges

Mazda’s 1.5-litre MZR engine delivers linear, lively and strong response. In reaching this goal, Mazda significantly strengthened torque in the low to mid-ranges by incorporating a range of advanced and innovative technology.

Longer Intake Manifold

A long, 600mm intake manifold (50 per cent longer than that found on the superseded 1.5-litre engine) has been employed. This improves intake efficiency at 3500rpm and lifts torque response in the low to mid rev ranges between 2000rpm and 4500rpm.

The all-new engine design has also improved air flow through the air cleaner and intake ports.

S-VT (Sequential Valve Timing)

The MZR engine uses Mazda’s continuously variable valve timing system, S-VT. By continuously varying the timing of the intake valves opening and closing, optimum control of intake valve timing can be achieved at all engine speeds. This increases power in the low to mid-ranges and delivers strong mid-range torque and a more linear accelerator feel.

In the low and mid-rev ranges, the amount of remaining gases and valve overlap expands by speeding up the opening timing of the intake valves. This results in fewer pumping losses, better fuel consumption and fewer carbon dioxide and NOx emissions.

Stainless Steel 4-into-1 Exhaust System

Mazda not only designed the exhaust system in a layout directly opposite to that of the intake system, but has also fitted a long-branched, 4 into 1 stainless exhaust manifold. It has the triple effect of improving exhaust flow while lifting power and torque levels.

Improved Thermal Efficiency And Reduced Mechanical Loss

The 1.5-litre MZR engine employs a range of innovative improvements including a new combustion chamber design, low resistance piston rings and optimum crankshaft balance to increase thermal efficiency and reduce friction.

Sporty Engine Note

The engine does not merely deliver a fun to drive experience but enhances that feeling with a free-flowing, sporty engine sound.

High Rigidity Aluminum Cylinder Block

Traditionally, as sound waves generated by combustion in an engine cylinder expand, engine tone becomes progressively smoother and richer. However, as the proportion of noise created by other factors rises, an engine’s tone becomes harsher.

To optimise sound quality produced by the Mazda2’s new engine, engineers paid special attention to reducing noise elements caused by torsional vibration of the crankshaft and fluttering of the flywheel. By employing a high rigidity aluminum cylinder block and lower block to improve crankshaft support rigidity, unwanted engine vibration has been reduced to create a sporty, free-flowing engine sound.

Low friction Cams And Tappets

The Mazda2’s crisp, sporty engine sound is produced by minimising unwanted high frequencies emitted from the valve system.

This has been achieved by employing a low friction surface treatment on the cams and tappets, reducing valve system weight inertia and lowering valve spring weight -- this also benefits power and fuel economy. The result is a crisp, clear, sporty engine sound.

Transmissions Compliment Class-leading Engine Performance

A revised five-speed manual and electronically-controlled four-speed automatic have been tuned to suit the strong power and torque characteristics of the MZR engine that powers the Mazda2 range.

To provide a best-in-class automatic shift feel, engineers focused on delivering smooth, linear and direct gear changes.

The five-speed manual on the other hand, provides, quick, crisp, no-fuss gear changes.

Electronically-controlled automatic transmission

To achieve smooth, linear and more direct gear changes Mazda employed the following:

• Mazda has tuned the up and down shift schedules to achieve quicker changes and less shift shock. For example, the time needed to shift between 1st and 2nd gear has been shortened from 0.55-0.60 sec to 0.45-0.50 sec.
• By eliminating unnecessary gear changes, engine braking is used effectively when driving downhill, while more stable power delivery improves the uphill shift schedule. Constant braking when driving downhill is no longer necessary thanks to a shift schedule that can drop ratios from 4th to 3rd and, if necessary, to 2nd as required. When driving uphill, a computer calculates shift schedules and restricts unwanted shifts when it detects power will be lost in a gear change.
• By employing slip control, the length of time fuel supply may be cut during deceleration is substantially lengthened, enhancing fuel economy.

Smooth, Five-speed Manual Transmission

The five-speed manual gearbox has been tuned to extract the best from the new MZR engine. Revised cables, that are more rigid and have less play, deliver a significant reduction in engine vibration and a more precise shift feel.

The revised manual transmission also gives slightly shorter throws and more precision. Double-cone synchro has also been added to first and second gears.

The friction coefficient during gear changes has been halved due to the incorporation of a double thickness détente ball made up of many small diameter balls and a rod-end pushing ball. The linkage surfaces of the shift rods, crank levers and control rods have been specially treated and a low friction bush with teflon coating has been applied. Coupled with the détente ball, friction has been halved and power delivery efficiency has been improved by 10 per cent.

Blending Enhanced Performance With Environmental Concerns

The new engine meets Euro Stage II emission levels that are not due to be made law in Australia until 2004.

Reversed Intake/Exhaust Layout

The MZR 1.5-litre engine employs a new layout where the intake system is located towards the front of the engine and the exhaust system at the rear. By reversing the original intake/exhaust layout, the distance between the exhaust ports and catalytic converter has been shortened, forcing the catalyst to activate earlier.

Tumble Swirl Control Valve (TSCV)

Inside the long intake manifold, a Tumble Swirl Control Valve (TSCV) has been fitted. This device not only achieves a more stable combustion process, but also provides the best air-fuel mixture by optimally controlling the strength of the tumble and swirl inside the combustion chambers. The combustion stability effect of the TSCV at cold start achieves low emissions with the Mazda2’s 4 into 1 exhaust system.

Newly Designed Combustion Chambers

Mazda has employed a newly designed combustion chamber that promotes effective "squish" action while speeding up the air fuel mixture process. Boasting a high compression ratio of 10 to 1, high efficiency combustion leads to improved power and fuel consumption.

Suspension

Mazda2 Challenges European Rivals

All-new body architecture provides Mazda2 with a platform that delivers a new standard in handling, cornering and braking for the light car segment. It also boasts superior ride quality, sharper steering and stronger, more reassuring braking.

Revised MacPherson strut front suspension

The car’s front suspension employs a new MacPherson strut setup that incorporates a lower A arm.

To achieve class-leading suspension rigidity, the cross members have been made flatter and enlarged.

To improve straight line stability the caster angle was modified from 2 to 4 degrees, while the camber angle was changed from zero to minus one degree to improve steering stability.

The strut mounts feature separate plates that absorb input from the dampers and springs.

Coil spring detachment enables damper efficiency to be increased, resulting in optimal damper settings that provide exceptional steering control and ride comfort.

By employing a bump stopper, body roll is suppressed and road imperfections are absorbed in a progressive manner after the initial shock meets with a soft initial response.

Stabilisers fitted to the dampers deliver improved straight-line stability and improved feedback response.

The overall result is superb steering stability, better bump absorption and improved driver feedback.

More Direct Power Steering System Has Better Response

By lowering the steering ratio from 16.4 to 15.3 to 1, steering response has been considerably improved. A torsion bar has also been fitted, lifting rigidity levels and contributing to a more precise turn-in effect. Supplying constant flow, the steering pump allows for progressive, linear steering control.

The car’s standard engine rev speed sensitive power-assisted rack and pinion steering has just 2.75 turns lock-to-lock, while the car’s turning circle is a tight 9.8m.

Torsion Beam Rear Suspension

Fitted with a larger and thicker U-type trailing arm setup, the Mazda2’s rear suspension employs a newly-developed torsion beam.

In addition to detached strut mounts and progressive bump stoppers, which are also employed in the front suspension, the rear setup features gas-filled mono-tube dampers. These dampers incorporate large pistons set with optimal damping efficiency and are gas-filled to deliver excellent response and oil cooling characteristics.

With its mono-tube damping coefficient set low, the Mazda2’s rear suspension reduces the amount of suspension travel and body roll to maintain a flat attitude on uneven or undulating surfaces.

Bigger brakes deliver top level stopping power

The Mazda2 has larger brakes front and rear than the superseded 121. At the front the ventilated discs have gone up from 235mm in diameter to 258mm, while disc thickness has increased from 18mm to 24mm. On the rear, brake shoe width has jumped from 30mm to 38mm.

These revisions generate better stopping power and less brake fade and provide sufficient braking strength even during continuous braking from high speed when fully loaded. As a result the Mazda2 boasts top level braking distances, wet or dry.

In addition to brake booster and servo revisions, the master cylinder has been enlarged to provide better, more linear braking response. The brake pedal is also more rigid.

Genki models boast ABS anti-lock brakes complete with Electronic Brake force Distribution and Brake Assist

Body Rigidity Targets Europe’s best

To achieve its top-class ride, handling and steering the Mazda2 employs twist and bending rigidity on a par with its European rivals.

Mazda’s Advanced Impact Distribution and Absorption System identified key areas for locating reinforced components. These include a front strut tower brace bar, under floor tunnel member and rear suspension tower gussets.

In particular, the rear gussets suppress rear suspension tower cross brace displacement by about 45 per cent, considerably improving rear-end rigidity and stability. Such high-level body rigidity helps ensure the Mazda2 delivers fun, sporty handling and a relaxing ride.

Reduced engine noise ensures impressive cabin quietness

To achieve a quiet, relaxing engine sound, engineers focused on reducing the amount of noise and vibration, adopting numerous measures that included special engine mounts to sound proofing. The result is top level cabin quietness as well as linear engine response and a crisp, smooth engine note.

Pendulum-Style Engine Mounts

Pendulum-style engine mounts have been used to reduce engine vibration.

These liquid-filled mounts reduce low and high frequency vibration, while aluminum engine brackets block engine vibration before they migrate into the car’s body. Strategic Placement Of Vibration-absorbing Materials And Sound-proofing

Body panel vibration has been reduced by employing effective, strategically-placed vibration-absorbing materials on the front, centre and rear panels as well as in the boot. Other measures that restrict engine noise entering the cabin include the insertion of a sound proofing urethane block into the hinge pillars as well as double-layered material on the central dashboard area.

Reduced Road Noise

To reduce unwanted low frequency sounds produced when driving on rough road surfaces, numerous solutions have been adopted.

• Vibration transference on rough surfaces has been dramatically reduced thanks to large, highly rigid front suspension cross members
• A front strut tower brace bar prevents the strut towers "collapsing
• Strategically placed vibration-absorbing materials and newly developed tyres also contribute to road noise reduction

Mid-frequency tyre noise has been addressed by fitting a resin seal plate to the front fender to reduce front tyre noise, while a module plate has been fitted to inside the front and rear doors, preventing noise from entering the cabin through these areas.

Better Sound-absorption

To prevent noise penetration from the rear of the car, sound-absorbing material has been added inside the tailgate and door pillar trim while a more substantial sound absorbing material has been fitted to the sides of the boot.

The Mazda2 is a sophisticated world-class small car with great dynamics backed up with first-class safety systems. The car’s all-new body architecture offers significantly improved levels of crash protection and is further enhanced by advanced secondary safety technology. It boasts new-generation, dual stage front airbags, anti-whiplash front seats, an intrusion minimising brake pedal that reduces the chance of lower leg injury and a lap/sash seatbelt in all five seating positions. ABS anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brake force Distribution and Brake Assist are standard on Genki models.

Quick Reference

• The Mazda2’s body architecture, which incorporates Mazda’s Advanced Impact Distribution and Absorption System (MAIDAS) and Triple H body construction, provides class-leading crash safety protection
• The intrusion-minimising brake pedal moves away from the driver and towards the footwell if the front of the car deforms during a severe impact. The pedal design significantly reduces the risk of lower leg injury
• New dual-stage front SRS airbags employ sensors to measure the extent of an impact and then regulates airbag deployment in two distinct levels, providing more effective occupant protection
• The front seatbelts come with pretensioners and dual stage load limiters as standard. All seating positions get a lap/sash seatbelt
• Anti whiplash front seats help reduce injury during rear impacts
• Top-tether child seat anchor points are provided on the Mazda2 as well as ISOFIX points on the two outer rear seats
• Larger, more efficient brakes deliver class-leading braking distances. Genki models come with ABS anti-lock brakes with EBD and Brake Assist
• Impact absorbing trim materials have been incorporated in the pillars and roof sides, reducing the risk of head injury during collisions
• Stronger seats help reduce the injury risk to both front and rear-seat passengers
• To minimise pedestrian injuries in the event of a collision, the Mazda2 features a "safety zone" between the bonnet and the engine and ancillary equipment
• The bonnet has also been designed to evenly absorb impact energy
• All Mazda2 models come standard with an immobiliser, while the car’s door lock structures and mechanisms incorporate hardened sheet steel and meet European strength standards
• Like the Mazda6, which has recorded excellent low speed crash repair results, the Mazda2 has also been designed to minimise the cost of low-speed accidents. The overall cost of servicing has also been reduced compared with the 121
• 90 per cent of the Mazda2 can be recycled
• Mazda2 passes Japan’s 2010 fuel-efficiency standards

In Detail

Body Boasts Class-Topping Crash Safety

Designed to meet both Government crash safety requirements and comfortably pass independent crash test standards, the Mazda2 is built around a high integrity, high safety body structure dubbed Mazda Advanced Impact Distribution and Absorption System (MAIDAS). Using a Triple H construction, which includes reinforced floor, side and roof sections, the new body architecture absorbs impacts and minimises cabin intrusion.

To minimise deformation of the footwells during an offset collision, a Y-shaped upper load pass structure and reinforced cabin sections channel frontal energy away in three directions. In side impacts, a strong B-pillar structure, a reinforced roof design and cross members distribute impact energy along the chassis rails and across the roof, minimising intrusion of the B-pillar.

Further protection is provided by new side anti-intrusion beams that disperse impact-energy away from the door and into the body.

Impact energy absorption efficiency has also been improved for rear collisions by strengthening the body around the fuel tank and enlarging the rear frame structure to enhance energy absorption capacity.

For easy repairs from low speed collisions, a replaceable front end structure has been incorporated.

Intrusion-minimising Brake Pedal

Mazda2 models feature an intrusion-minimising brake pedal that moves away from the driver and towards the footwell if the front of the car deforms during a severe impact. The pedal design significantly reduces the risk of lower leg injury.

Dual-stage SRS Airbags For Driver And Passenger

New dual-stage front SRS airbags employ sensors to measure the extent of an impact and then regulates airbag deployment in two distinct levels, providing more effective occupant protection.

Pretensioner Seatbelts

Working with the front airbags, the front-seat pretensioners remove any slack from the seatbelts, restricting the occupant’s forward movement.

Dual-stage Load Limiter

Once the pretensioners are activated load limiters come into play, loosening the seatbelt’s grip a little as it attempts to reduce the risk of chest injury from the sudden deceleration provided by the seatbelt. Unlike other load limiters the Mazda2’s system uses a new-generation and more precise dual-stage load limiting system.

Anti-whiplash Front Seats

Neck injuries from a collision are considerably reduced thanks to the optimal positioning of the front-seats’ headrest height, while the seatback design reduces impact energy on the torso.

Child Seat ISOFIX With Top Tether Anchor

Top-tether child seat anchor points are provided on the Mazda2 as well as ISOFIX points on the two outer rear seats.

More Powerful Braking

The Mazda2’s braking system has been significantly improved over the superseded 121, employing larger and thicker front brake discs as well as wider rear drum brake shoes. The result is class-leading braking performance.

Further enhancing the advanced braking package, Genki models are fitted with an ABS anti-lock system with Electronic Brake force Distribution and Brake Assist.

Capable of sensing vehicle speed even at very low speeds, the Genki’s ABS system delivers stable, controlled braking force, while the EBD system optimally distributes the force to all four wheels, maintaining the best front to rear balance and therefore stopping the car in the shortage distance possible.

Brake Assist

When emergency braking is required, Brake Assist enhances braking force, pulling the car up in the shortest distance possible. When the brake pedal is depressed, parameters such as the speed of depression and actual pedal force employed by the driver are instantly calculated to sense whether emergency brake assistance is required. If immediate assistance is deemed necessary then the system reacts instantaneously on any road surface to supply just the right amount of braking assistance.

Soft Interior Absorbs Impact

Impact absorbing trim materials have been incorporated in the pillars and roof sides, reducing head injury during collisions.

Load Resistant Seat Structure

Stronger seats help reduce the injury risk to both front and rear-seat passengers with the seats incorporating a reinforced seat-back frame, reinforced hinges and cushion frame and mountings that also reduce injury caused by luggage moving during a collision.

Pedestrian Safety

To minimise pedestrian injuries in the event of a collision, the Mazda2 features a "safety zone" between the bonnet and the engine and its ancillary equipment.

The bonnet has also been designed to evenly absorb impact energy.

Security

All Mazda2 models come standard with an immobiliser system that prevents theft by disabling the fuel and ignition systems unless the correct code for the car is transmitted from an electronic chip embedded in the car’s key.

The Mazda2 also features door lock structures and mechanisms that have been designed to be resistant to opening by force or being picked.

The steering lock meets European strength standards and the key lock also incorporates a hardened steel sheet, while the steering lock material has been chosen to minimise the risk of damage.

Cost Of Ownership

Like the Mazda6, which has recorded excellent low speed crash repair results, the Mazda2 has also been designed to minimise the cost of low-speed accidents, while the overall cost of servicing has also been reduced compared with the 121.

Warranty

All Mazda passenger cars and the Tribute 4WD wagon are protected by a three year/unlimited kilometre warranty

Environmental Measures

Positive Steps For Environmental Preservation

The new Mazda2 incorporates numerous environmentally friendly measures and all models pass Japan’s 2010 fuel-efficiency standards. The car also has a recycle capability exceeding 90 per cent and harmful substances such as lead have also been removed from the production process.

It’s Easy Being Green

With advanced engine technology such as S-VT (Sequential Valve Timing) and slip/lock-up controlled automatic transmission, all Mazda2 models comply with Japan’s 2010 fuel efficiency standards, reaching a 10:15 mode economy level of 16.0km/litre.

Recycling And Reduction Of Harmful Materials

Mazda2 engineers have ensured that the car’s metal and plastic components were recyclable. In addition to expanding the use of recyclable thermo-plastic resins in the car’s interior, Mazda has also improved the separation and breakdown of the composite materials that go into making the floor mats. With these achievements Mazda has surpassed the Japanese industry’s 90 per cent recycling efficiency goal.

Mazda has abolished the use of gasoline tanks, wire harnesses and electrocoating paint that contain lead as these are harmful to the environment. In that respect, Mazda has cleared the 2005 Japanese industry goal to cut lead usage to 33 per cent of the 1996 levels.

Harmony With The Environment

In order to ensure transparent, ongoing policies of environmental protection and set achievable objectives, Mazda has adopted the Environmental Management System ISO14001 that complies with the internationally recognised standards.

In June 2000, Mazda received certification for the Ujina plant area where the Mazda2 is produced. At another domestic production base in the Hofu region, Mazda received certification for the Hofu-Nishinoura area in September 1998 and expanded that to include the Hofu-Nakanoseki area a year later. This means that all of Mazda’s domestic development and production facilities have earned the ISO14001 certification.

Specifications Mazda2
Engine
	1.5 litre 4 cylinder in-line 16V DOHC with Sequential Valve Timing (S-VT)
Engine capacity	cc		1,498
Bore and stroke	mm		78.0 x 78.2
Compression ratio			10.0 : 1
Maximum power (DIN)	kW		82@6,000 rpm
Maximum torque (DIN)	Nm		141@4,000 rpm
Fuel system			Electronic fuel injection
Fuel tank capacity	litres		45
Fuel consumption	city - man/auto l/100km		7.6 / 7.6
	highway - man/auto l/100km		5.2 / 5.4
Recommended fuel			Unleaded
Transmission Ratios			man/auto
1st			3.416 / 2.816
2nd			1.842 / 1.497
3rd			1.290 / 1.000
4th			0.972 / 0.725
5th			0.775 / -
Reverse			3.214 / 2.648
Final drive			4.105 / 4.147
Chassis and Suspension		NEO	MAXX	GENKI
Brakes	front	Ventilated disc
	rear	Drum
Suspension	front	Strut coil with stabiliser and double acting shock absorbers
	rear	Torsion beam axle and double acting shock absorbers
Steering		Power assisted (engine revolution sensing) rack & pinion
Turning circle (kerb to kerb)	m	9.8
Turns lock-to-lock		2.75
Tyres		175/65R14	185/55R15	185/55R15
Wheels		14 x 6.0 JJ	15 x 6.0 JJ	15 x 6.0 JJ
		(Steel)	(Alloy)	(Alloy)
Spare tyre/wheel		Temporary
Dimensions
Overall length	mm	3,925
Overall width	mm	1,680
Overall height	mm	1,540
Wheelbase	mm	2,492
Track front	mm	1,472
Track rear	mm	1,450
Kerb weight Kerb weight	kg	1,068	1,068	1,076
Kerb weight auto	kg	1,089	1,089	1,097
FEATURES		NEO	MAXX	GENKI
Transmission
5-speed manual		S	S	S
4-speed automatic		opt	opt	opt
Exterior
Steel wheels with full wheel covers		S	-	-
Alloy wheels		-	S	S
Body kit including front spoiler, rear bumper skirt and side skirts		-	-	S
Rear roof spoiler		-	S	S
Body coloured power mirrors		-	S	S
Body coloured door handles		-	S	S
Power windows		-	S	S
Side protection mouldings		S	-	-
Body coloured side protection mouldings		-	S	S
Body coloured front and rear bumpers		S	S	S
Front and rear mudflaps		S	S	-
Tinted windscreen, side and rear windows		S	S	S
Front centre roof mounted aerial		S	S	S
Instrumentation
Tachometer, temperature gauge and electronic odometer		S	S	S
Low fuel warning light		S	S	S
Automatic transmission indicator in instrument cluster		S	S	S
Digital clock		S	S	S
Critical function warning lights/chimes		S	S	S
Lights
Halogen headlights		S	S	S
Front fog lamps		-	-	S
Illuminated entry system with delayed fade		S	S	S
Interior dome lamp		S	S	S
Cargo room lamp		S	S	S
Lights-left-on sound warning		S	S	S
Instrument panel light dimmer		S	S	S
Interior		NEO	MAXX	GENKI
Air-conditioning		S	S	S
Central locking		S	-	-
Remote operated central locking with 2 transmitters		-	S	S
Velour cloth seat trim		-	S	-
Front seats with:	rake and slide adjustment	S	S	S
	adjustable head restraints	S	S	S
	driver's seat height adjustment	-	S	S
	full recline function	S	S	S
	passenger's side seat back pocket	S	S	S
Rear seats with:	slide adjustment	S	S	S
	adjustable head restraints	S	S	S
	50/50 split fold backrest	S	S	S
	full recline function	S	S	S
	double-fold function	S	S	S
Driver's and passenger's vanity mirror		S	S	S
Passenger assist grips front and rear		S	S	S
Front door map pockets		S	S	S
Upper dash storage tray with lid		S	S	S
Glove box and multi-purpose box incorporating a washable lining		S	S	S
Tilt adjustable steering wheel		S	S	S
Front 2-speed wipers with intermittent function		S	S	S
Rear wiper with intermittent function		S	S	S
Rear window demister		S	S	S
Interior release for fuel filler lid		S	S	S
AM/FM stereo radio and CD player		S	-	-
AM/FM stereo radio and in dash 6 stack CD player		-	S	S
Steering wheel with audio control switches		-	S	S
Retractable cargo area cover		S	S	S
Ashtray and cigarette lighter		S	S	S
Driver's left footrest		S	S	S
Cupholders		S	S	S
Safety and Theft Prevention		NEO	MAXX	GENKI
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with EBD and brake assist		-	-	S
Driver's and passenger's front dual-stage inflation SRS airbags		S	S	S
Engine immobiliser		S	S	S
Front seat-belts with pretensioners, load-limiters and height adjustable shoulder anchorages		S	S	S
High mount stop lamp		S	S	S
Whiplash minimising front seats		S	S	S
Intrusion minimising brake pedal		S	S	S
Day/night rear vision mirror		S	S	S
Driver's power window - one touch up and down function		-	S	S
Rear centre seat lap/sash seat-belt		S	S	S
Child restraint anchor points and childproof rear door locks		S	S	S
Side impact door beams		S	S	S
"Triple H" safety construction with front and rear crumple zones		S	S	S