Is the Mazda 2 the perfect city runabout? - used car review | ReDriven

[@FenrirsBite77]

Greetings from 2023, just bought my 2nd used Mazda2 from insurance auction. They are easy to work on and extremely reliable. Just awesome and fun to drive! (Kinda like driving an overpowered go-kart if you get a 5speed manual).

[@NANA-j1l2b]

I can confirm, I think the electric power steering helps a lot. I have driven 10k kilometers in about 2 months and haven't had a complaint yet.

[@ultimelol5907]

​@@NANA-j1l2band now? Something wrong with it

[@FailureElite]

You all do a bang-up job reviewing used car reliability, likely the best. Knowing the common issues of a vehicle is key to helping buyers. Your mechanic is sharp, and I see 100% of what he says in my own experience.

[@ReDriven]

Thanks so much for the kind words!

[@drummmr91]

I just bought a 9 year old Mazda 2 with only 51,000km on it from a retired couple who only used it to go to the shops and church. It is basically brand new. Was happy with the price of $10k. It is such a simple car and really brings you back to the basics, but you don't really mind it. There is nothing to distract from the essence of driving. It's light, zippy and enjoyable to drive. Looking forward to seeing how it goes over the coming years. I was recommended that they were great by my auntie who had one for over 200,000km. I'm glad I watched your review as it makes me pleased I bought one beforehand.

[@gman8796]

Yeah I bought one 3 years ago 40k milage I want to keep it until it dies pretty much, yeah it's a boring car in terms of tech wise but I didn't mind it either. Lot of these new cars have so many electronic issues it just makes it even more unreliable even the Mazda 2 2016 models dnt have that much tech they focused more on the mgh. Bad point I found with the Mazda 2 tho is the suspension is too stiff, you can feel almost everything and when going over a small pot hole it feels like your car is smashing into that hole. Which feels annoying but other than that for me I lm glad I bought it

[@BaeLasso]

@@gman8796 I would say your struts may need to be replaced? You might not abuse it but the previous owner might have....

[@RasimBuselik]

Automatic or manual?

[@csjrogerson2377]

I have a Mazda 2 skyactiv D sedan, 2016 here in Thailand. Brilliant car. Utterly reliable, Only part replaced was an O2 sensor in the exhaust system replaced for free outside of warranty and an alternator belt that started to show signs of cracking and for 30Aus$ I had it replaced. Drives really well and the 250Nm of torque gives it some overtaking pep. Handling is great and stopping power with 4 discs is good. Fuel economy is superb. Town driving for the wife and my longer stuff averages 4.5li/100km. Open road is 4.0li at a steady 110km/hr. Comfy to drive and have done 830km trips in one go. Front tyres lasted 65000Km. Rears only half worn.

[@RodneyW]

I've owned one (from new) since 2012. Approaching 200,000km, and still running beautifully. The 5 speed manual is the best (much more fun!). The best value for money in a car that I've ever had. We will keep this one till it dies. The only issues over 11 years: the intermediate shaft on the steering became loose (causing a knocking sound when turning or going over speed humps), and an engine mount cracked (causing a bit of roughness). The steering wheel has cracked on the top of the rim (too much parking in the sun), and a cruise control switches are beginning to fail (the speed up lever, which probably reflects my excessive use...). Aside from that - no problems at all.

[@CarlAquinoTBPR]

My family used to have a blue Mazda 2 hatchback. My dad bought it in 2009 and it was in my family for years. I even learned how to drive on it. Sadly, even though my parents promised that they will be passing it down to me, we had to sell it due to family issues at the time. What I loved about the car is the steering wheel and how it's so responsive. Whenever I turn the steering wheel, it returns to its position smoothly. Even after my dad bought a second-hand 2016 Mazda 3, it still couldn't compare to that old car.

[@princewillanyagagligbo6890]

What mileage did it go for and how's da maintenance

[@CarlAquinoTBPR]

@@princewillanyagagligbo6890 sorry man, can't remember much about the maintenance because it never became mine.

[@danielkennett9313]

I just sold my Mazda 2 Neo. 10 years and 110,000km of solid reliable motoring. The servicing intervals were originally 6 months however around 2013-14 they changed it to every 12 months.

[@AdventureTimMedia]

I love your channel mate. Great and funny Aussie host who's really informative. We have been looking for a new used car after a recent hail storm here in SA. We just checked out a Mazda 2 2012 Neo yesterday and, armed with the info we gleaned from your video and cheat sheet, we are picking it up later.this week. At 61000km its a good deal and its a fun car to drive. Thx again for your excellent series. all the best.

[@ReDriven]

Ah Tim this (and you) are bloody lovely! We LOVE reading comments like this is exactly the result we exist for. Thanks again. - AK

[@nikosnikolako6432]

I own one from 2008! It has 310.000km! Its very reliable! Its so fun to drive!!!! Its very playfull and the steering wheel its amazing!

[@mx_nana_banana]

i just bought the 04 model for $1,500 and it’s so good, it wants you to throw it into corners, and it’s so fun to drive.

[@Ne66les]

My little sisters owns one of these I think hers is 2010 model. I borrowed it for a week at one point and hardly wanted to give it back, it is such a comfortable car to drive and the steering on them feels great, loved it.

[@danielnicholson6174]

I daily a 2006 nc mx5 auto and recently drove a 2008 mazda 2 in the automatic and I have to say the mazda 2 is simply more fun to drive and feels more alive than the mx5, the 1.5 in the mazda 2 is a much sweeter engine than the 2.0 in the mx5, I was shocked with how much fun the mazda 2 actually is.

[@pete5534]

The Mazda2 is such a great little vehicle, and a true world car. One that can be repaired (for cheap) wherever you find yourself. Yes, they’re not loaded with features, but they’re light, handle extremely well, and because of their light weight they’re truly peppy. Oil changes are a breeze as all the necessities are affordable, the drain plug (19mm), and the filter are easily accessible. Engine air filter change is straightforward as are the cabin air filters. Coolant change intervals are inexpensive as the first one is at 10 years, with subsequent changes at 5 years, and for any DIY’er, again, straightforward. If the Mazda2 is well cared for, it’ll last hundreds of thousands of kilometres. Because maintenance is so easy and inexpensive, there’s no reason to let it lapse - if you come across a poorly cared for example, move on and you’ll find a gem.

[@305abyss]

I had to pick between a Kia Rio and Mazda 2 when I was in Uni. I could've picked the Rio because of the practicality but once I test drove them both I enjoyed the Mazda 2 more and picked it. Good little run around car.

[@rambo4war]

I bought my wife this model, and i only wanted one that had the front, rear, sensors, and cameras. Let me tell you, she can park on a dime in the tightest of spaces in this thing. She loves it. She has driven my trucks, and she even had a Jeep SRT back in the day....she's comfortable in big cars....but we both like stress free grocery runs and city driving without the stress that big cars bring. And its been maintenance free since we owned it.

[@roses807]

Thankyou for the amazing review ☺️ This is what helped me choose a Mazda 2, and so far she's lasted me longer than any car I've owned, and that includes my old swift. Perfect car to drive, beautiful on fuel economy and you have a nice pleasant drive with not a lot of road sound. Even though it's a really small car, I manage to fit a double pram, and surprisingly three carseats in it. I did feel like women drive this car more than men but was happy to see more male drivers towards the city as well so overall a great slick car that'll last a while, and is worth every dollar. ❤️☺️

[@aithjawcraig9876]

I'm a guy, bought one in manual and it's a joy to drive. No problems with it so far

[@pete5534]

You clearly know your small cars. A Swift to a 2? Smart. They’re not flashy, but they’re both terrific cars.

[@robertmartinborough6076]

3 carseats in a mazda 2?? lmao

[@lloydmaliakal6256]

Im driving a 2010 Mazda 2 Neo MAZDASPEED. Its done 90 000 km on the dial for an 11 year old pocket rocket. I am very happy. It needs some work to be done on the bumper grille and engine mount replacement. Thinking of adding Japanese plates intead of VIC plates.

[@neerajnankani6367]

I just bought a 2011 mazda2 neo MT yesterday and man i love the transmission. Driven a 100kms the day i bought it and it drives like a charm.

[@bigdude101ohyeah]

I had a 2007 Genki in dark purple for a few years. Sadly it got written off on the way home from the Takata recall. I moved house with it twice, and used it while working as a walking postie. I'd probably consider another one if I didn't need a ute at the moment. You can get the seats to fold flat by folding the bottom of the seats forward.

[@jorgeruz8276]

I'm buying a Mazda 2 2015 or 2016 diesel in january. It looks like I'm getting a fun beautiful first car for me, and also it looks so much more modern and luxurious than this generation. Great tips for checking the car.

[@ar12.]

Bad idea mate buy something safer believe me it’ll pay dividends if you crash at speed.

[@brokenscart7989]

These things just go and go and go. Sharp steering, great fun to drive, mega solid.

[@Jorgie000]

I've had my 07 manual Ghenki for about 4 years now and I still love it! It's my little Mario kart.

[@pruejohnson1059]

I love my 2014 Neo, manual, reliable, goes well on the freeway, low maintenance costs, nil issues, goes like a rocket, I love it and will have it until it dies ... Great city car that actually does ok on a dirt road too.

[@manhhahlu]

I got a 323 Astina 2003 that refuses to die lol. Running on 220k and still kicking it. Mazda together with Toyota and Honda do make great reliable cars.

[@dalesmith4985]

I had a 1997 mazda astina 323 and it was the 2 liter v6 which there wasn't many of those. I only just sold it a year ago and it was still running

[@passager01]

Tôi dùng xe Mazda 2 kiểu 2007 hơn mười năm mà máy không có vấn đề gì hết. Rất bền.

[@pepperonish]

I have a 2012 with about 107k miles and i love it. Very fun to drive for having 100 hp and being slow as hell

[@Posy13]

I had a 2008 Mazda 2 genki it was a great little car! It had a beautiful pearl white colour to it and I polished it every 6 months so it looked great. Some guy hit me in a bad car accent and the car was a write off got rid of it in the car end but what a great unit it was very sad to see it go. Perfect condition and only 129,000kms on the clock cheap services, had to replace the radiator and the timing change but apart from that all good all parts were cheap too. And it drove like a mx5 hatchback it was honestly like a little rally car I had the manual as well and the shifts were very sporty and notchy feeling, steering was great too and if that was how a Porsche 911 drove I’d take it! Probably the best little car ever made for most people. Tech, luxury/refinement and practicality lacked abit. But it was a safe reliable car miss it alot

[@Rik_B_]

Bloody good car! Put about 50,000ks on the family Mazda2 years ago. It had one massive service with major parts needing replacing. And then after that, standard serving was very affordable and to mention she was great fun to drive. (Just wish she had cruise control.) Nonetheless, a little rocket of a car. Good times!

[@theHONEYBONE]

I own the ‘07 Genki 5sp manual version with 150k on the clock.. owned it 3yrs now and so far it’s been the most reliable car I’ve owned out of the 7… I was always a commodore guy so I definitely got a few comments when I made the change but I don’t regret it what so ever.. such a fun lil zippy car to drive.. definitely go the manual tho! 😉

[@iamamlaar]

That feeling you get when the KZbin channel you leave comments on addresses your *minute* bugbear :) Seriously, thanks for taking it in the spirit it was intended. I really dig this channel and its content.

[@ReDriven]

Oh mate we are incredibly open and responsive to any constructive criticism. Ideally ReDriven is to become a platform for all interested in used cars to have their say so however we can improve to facilitate this, we'll do it. Thank YOU for watching and commenting. We couldn't do this without the support of people like yourself. - AK

[@Explosivefox109]

My family had one of these. Learnt to drive manual it in, but my brother drove it through flood water like a melon. Zippy & fun, definitely my pick of the sub-compact/B segment cars.

[@passager01]

I used my 2007 Mazda 2 for over ten years before selling it. The engine was still going strong and flawless , no issue until then. Anyway it's a city car , if you do a lot of highways and long trips , look for another model.

[@aithjawcraig9876]

In my experience it's even OK with long trips, you'll just have to fuel up more often, which doesn't mean you'll be spending MORE on fuel because it is pretty efficient, just obviously low fuel capacity

[@1Sanjeewagomez]

I have 2011 model green Mazda 2 . I was driving since 2020 I feel this car is reliable vehicle daily drive 120 km … I love the car coz maintenance is not expensive ❤

[@DrSpaceman42]

Just got a 2010 model with 33k on the clock.. this review is exactly what I was looking for! great stuff guys

[@Safiyyah.610]

I bought my Mazda 2 new in 2011 (auto; Neo trim; Jet Black Mica). Mechanically, it was a gem. And so fun to drive. (My first car was a second-hand Kia Rio.) My husband, who used to drive a lot for his old job, fell in love with Mazda after driving my Mazda 2. He bought a Mazda 3 sedan last year. We recently traded in my Mazda 2 and bought a new car. I considered the Mazda CX-3, Suzuki Swift (GLX Turbo trim), Kia Stonic, Hyundai Venue, Toyota Yaris, and Kia Picanto. Utimately, nothing could beat the Mazda 2 for me. My husband bought me the GT trim in Snowflake White Pearl Mica. We picked it up last Thursday 🤍

[@shreyanshdwivedi1305]

im so grateful for your videos, you help alot of international students like me choose the best car for our budget, thank you so much.

[@ReDriven]

Thanks mate! Stoked you’re enjoying the videos

[@taxus750]

2010 5-dr Genki, bought used in 2012 with 20K on it, now 180K on the clock. Reliability isn't 100% - 3 years ago, I had to replace a tail/ brake light bulb: that's it. Should you buy one? Depends what you're after. It's a non-turbo 5-spd manual, has no fancy screens or cruise control or "connectivity" or "soft touch" trim and it won't do 10-second quarter miles. But if you want a good, reliable and cheap runabout, get the best one you can find.

[@gman8796]

Lol replacing tail?brake light bulb has nothing do to with reliability that's just the bulb it self. Something that can never last forever, it's like the fuse of a house light bulb going out. After 5 years it'll burn out because it just can't stay in forever every light bulb in the world has to be replaced unless it's a highly expensive one. It's why light tower lights are also replaced to keep them bright and working, fuses never last forever it's just in their nature to burn out. Perhaps in 2045 it'll become standard issue but not for now. If that's the only issue u had that scores a 5/5. Most cars like ford, volks, BMW and others have reliability issues but nicer tech. Japanese likes to keep things simple to make it last and save cash

[@taxus750]

@@gman8796 Perhaps my sarcastic tone went over your head...

[@jacquesjrroy785]

I would like to add that in north america the Yaris is actually a Mazda 2. So of you want to save on the used price of the Yaris you can just buy a Mazda2. Which has been discountinued here and was a commercial flop. Finally this explains why we did'nt get the GR Yaris. The last gen yaris been not homolaged for NA.

[@NurseJR]

Just got myself a 2019 mazda with 30,000 kms. Paid a premium at 17K, but it drives like a dream. I'm usually a loyal toyota girl, but this is a perfect commuter car.

[@jojojeep1]

I bought one today for $8500 garage kept 54,000 miles when I put the car on the lift that wasn’t even rust on the bolts that hold the shocks or the Springs or anything. The car is rust free not even surface rust hard to believe.

[@nsonable]

Great review, helped me decide to buy a 2014 model with ~100k km on it as my first car, it's a very fun drive! Thank you!

[@ReDriven]

Our pleasure Lior. - AK

[@moham8563]

how is the car driving now after having it for a bit?

[@SataniaMcDowel]

I bought my 2013 Sport with 86k miles friday! I love it so much I'm raving about it still :3

[@GSXone]

Can you do a video on the current gen? 2015-present.

[@ashleyhoff7561]

Great review! We have had 3 Mazda 2's pass through the Hoff garage - a 2009 DE Neo manual (in green - they were all green), a 2016 DJ Genki Auto (low mile, bought in 2019) and a 2011 DE Neo Auto (bought in 2021, for the kids). The only real issues we have had was a leaky AC pressure switch on the DJ, which was easily fixed by the mechanic. Apart from that, would highly recommend. If your budget stretches, look for a DJ (or newer) in Maxx or Genki spec with the 6 speed auto. Nice to drive and get a decent 6.0L/100KMH, fully urban

[@iquiax]

the mazda 2, prius c and honda jazz was on my shortlist to buy a year ago, the mazda 2 definitely has the best driving experience, but the space are very tight, especially the interior and boot space. ended up getting the prius c in the end.

[@SalvationinCHRISTalone888]

Just got a prius C today. I hope it holds up like my Mazda 2.

[@jayislander]

@@SalvationinCHRISTalone888how is it

[@jayislander]

How is it

[@iquiax]

The prius c is great, has not experienced any major issue yet, odometer now at 130k. The prius requires the battery cooler filter to be vacuum regularly, unlike conventional cars, otherwise it will be block by dust and overheat the hybrid battery. But its a very easy job.

[@Pipboy83]

I recently purchased a 2010 3 door Mazda 2 sport, and I don't regret it one bit! I absolutely love it! great to mod too ;)

[@jnry3]

Is the Mazda 2 Skyactiv (2015-current) still the most fun for its segment? Love all the reviews you've done so far!!

[@rsmnh7892]

I have 2006 neo model with 200k on the clock and still going strong. The previous gen I own is more SUV like with amazing practically and seats folding features that new SUV don't have. I fitted 4 loading pallets with the seats down, and also fitted a desk chair in standing position in the back, believe or not. One of the early compact SUVs at that time and was fitted with 4wd by Mazda in Europe. Try to review the previous gen, it is far nicer than this gen.

[@jonyG1991]

I got a mazda 2 best car I have had for reliability and economy a revvy little engine change oil regular and engine will last and last

[@marcpolo7866]

I just picked up a 2011 Neo Auto with 230kms for $1000. Best $1000 ive ever spent. Drives great just needed a little TLC

[@TwistedDonners]

I see a lot of Mazda 2s aroundvyet they still seem like the forgotten child of Mazda modern line up. Hullsy in this video reminded me a bit of Rammstein's lead singer in one of their music videos for some reason. Wonder if he's a fan of the band? Also 4 videos I have that you guys might like to do are the cars with the best and worst car crash results in the ANCAP tests for each category (could even do this as a series if you wanted to) and best and worst vans for tradies to use as their business vehicles. Good video as always guys and you're so close to 50k subscribers its hard to believe. Look forward to next weeks videos and if you don't have any next week I hope you, Hullsy and your team have a happy and safe Christmas and new year.

[@ReDriven]

Hahahaha, we'll ask him. Great idea mate. Where that could be hard is that ANCAP are constantly making their criteria harder and harder so even comparing two vehicles between two years can be a challenge. But, awesome idea and one we'll look into elaborating on when the budget allows bigger and better content. Man, we can't believe the numbers. We honestly thought if we could get 1000 subs in 12 months, that would be amazing and to have near 50,000, blows our minds. Also mate, thank YOU so much for all your support and comments. We regularly chat about your suggestions and we'll start implementing many of them soon but again, you don't understand how much we appreciate your support man. Seeing "TwistedDonners" pop up in the comments every vid fills our hearts. Have a wonderful Christmas and New Years bro. - AK

[@TwistedDonners]

@@ReDriven no probs mate one of the few things I look forward each week are your videos as they're fun, informative and entertaining plus they're something that helps lift my mood after a shit day or week. Also if they're are the odd spelling mistakes in my comments it's usually because I'm knackered from work and don't pick up on it til after I've posted it. 2 cars that'd I'd love to see you review but I know you've got Buckley's chance of doing are the Mazda T-2000 and the Toyota Mega Cruiser.

[@christopherjohnston6343]

Oh highly recommend the stability package on this car. Its quite a dynamic FWD and is prone to lift off oversteer far more than others I've driven. Also mazda's DSC is very unobtrusive - it only kicks in if you've really stuffed up. So it's more likely to be left on even if driven a bit more enthusiastically.

[@SalvationinCHRISTalone888]

9/28/2022: This car is not good if you get in an accident which is what happened to me 8/31/2022. I got smashed on the passenger side (my front and back door ). It was a 2013 and only had 44,000 miles on it. Had to “ditch it” - was UNSALVAGEABLE. It was in EXCELLENT condition BEFORE the accident. My grocery store & church is only 5 mins away from where I live and my job is about 15 mins from my house. Only time I put some mileage on the car is when I went to the dentist. I was so upset because I was not looking to have to buy another car. It is really an easy car to drive. It was a PERFECT car for me.

[@muvo94]

That doesn't really say much about the car, most car will be totaled by that depending on velocity of the other car and a lot of other factors i would rather rate it by how secure it is for the driver and other people inside the car

[@beer77monster]

Where the fuck was Jesus when you needed him?

[@JulianKinda-gq1de]

The steering is decomposing,that was funny 🤣😂🤣

[@governorairsoft4150]

Don't see many of these around. Didn't know it was such a good communiter car. Nice review!

[@MrWilliam.Stewart]

The negative with the auto version at least, is they use too much fuel. Other than that, oh and the styling making love to the rear seat room, a good little car.

[@hendrikjan9116]

Knock sensor will fail and the climate sensor fan behind the steeringwheel will make some noise after some time

[@blairevanbael6507]

would love to see a Swift review one day! have all the sub compacts to compare! Great video :)

[@ReDriven]

Definitely!

[@User-cb4jm]

5:40 AK, I hate to break it to you but that is actually grime and not the steering wheel or gear knob wearing out. I found this out after watching a ChrisFix SuperClean detailing video, if you go at it with a toothbrush and dishwashing liquid it will dissolve the grease and make it feel brand new. I guess it’s good to know for the owner that it isn’t damage, but it must be disgusting knowing this as this isn’t your car.

[@ReDriven]

Oh mate we know, we were just having a laugh at the rash! The owner is a dear friend of mine too and he knows the situation with it. But thanks so much for the advice mate. - AK

[@christopherjohnston6343]

The velocity green colour which is probably the nicest/most popular is prone to fading pretty badly of not garaged. Even one year of ownership parked outside made ours turn a bit dull. Otherwise a great car

[@RavenGivens]

As a Mazda 2 owner i would say no, what no one tells you is that this car has massive condensation problems! It gets so misty inside the car even when its freezing outside the only way to get rid it of it fast enough and see where you are going is by blasting the ac on! Its super embarrassing driving around with all windows misting up and it seems like its the only car on the road that it happens too. Defintely would not recommend wish i never bought it!

[@bobwreck3775]

You might have a leak and the water inside is causing higher than normal condensation. I have a 2012 made in Japan and don't have that issue,

[@michaeldillon1027]

I had a 2012 for 4 years and I didn't have that problem.

[@Safiyyah.610]

Maybe no ones says this because not many people experience it? I drove my car for 13 years and it never happened What did your mechanic say when you discussed the problem with them?

[@broadcase21]

agree, it's so fun and enjoyable to drive.

[@edstraker8451]

My missus has the Genki. Terrific little car. Reminds me of a go kart. Fun, reliable and relatively inexpensive to run. Not much fun to get into if you have a crook back, though.

[@rodcoates7941]

I bought a 2012 4 speed auto for my daughter as a first car. Good on fuel and cheap to service, about $250. Has cruise control too. Goes pretty well on the highway at 110 kph. Seats are good too, I have no problem driving it long distances.

[@estebanhenriquez3491]

I just bought the 2011 Mazda 2 Touring Edition (Top Package in USA) for $5,000 in November of 2021. While it does lack “Spirited Driving”, unlike my previous GTI and MINI Cooper S, the reliability, affordability, and savings in gas make up for it. Once things settle in this mad market, I’ll venture onto fancier cars.

[@anthonye3680]

Upgrade the rims with light weight 15x7 or 8 and cheap lowering springs and this car will handle like it's on rails

[@stevehatch5453]

Another great vid, very entertaining. Thanks for all the work to get these done.

[@ReDriven]

Thanks again Steve. - AK

[@jonathanpeterson1]

Have y’all ever considered doing a video essay style review of affordable car models? For example; Doing an essay on the Audi A4, where you look over the history of the model from the B5 all the way to the current B9 model, focusing on the base I4T models. You could do it for the Miata (MX-5) and other affordable used cars that are popular not only with enthusiast, but also regular people just looking for cool or nice cars that fit their needs.

[@ReDriven]

This is a brilliant idea mate. - AK

[@rancosteel]

This is the car that VW should have copied when they redesigned the Beetle. No frills and cheap.

[@HughesyTech]

Would love to see a video on the Hyundai Getz. I had a 2010 1.4L S model and sold it last year after having done 185,000km. Never any issues, reliable as anything

[@ReDriven]

It's on the cards mate. - AK

[@HughesyTech]

@@ReDriven ma man ❤️ wish I had bought the 1.6L for 1500$ more at the time as it added the better engine and ABS and all that. Would have saved me a tonne of accidents!

[@miatand1156]

Same here except mine was 2005 1.5 and did 297000kms on the original clutch and never had any engine work apart from two belt changes. Such a fantastic car and was a joy to own. Now my whole family either own Hyundais or KIAs.

[@sonnyday6830]

I wonder if what caused the problem with steering wheel and gear lever is from a product that the owner has on their hands?

[@Pipboy83]

I love mine, got one cheap here in the UK 2010 Sport 3 door. The only thing I don't like about it is the stereo.. its awful looking, I've looked at replacement android stereos, but mine is unique for some reason and won't work.. something to do with it having air bag lights next to the hazard lights. 9/10 very very fun car.

[@mxsprille]

Just unmount the airbaglight from front plate and stuff it behind the android unit, you still have the airbaglight on dash. Done it that way in my 2009 m2, and it works like a charm.

[@Pipboy83]

@@mxsprille I done that, the unit wouldn't power on.. then they said I needed an additional canbus because i had an air bag light next to the hazard button .. They offered it for an extra £60 so I sent it back..

[@Lutontech]

I fixed an android one from my dealer for 200 pounds. It is possible.

[@manasyt]

Still love it after 8 years 😏

[@anthonydanaher2146]

so im tossing up mazda 2 or honda jazz for a runaround thoughts ??

[@jonyG1991]

Great little car mines so reliable had it for years battery only thing let me down on it

[@M7mdx3zz]

This is a smart idea for a car channel, good luck mate

[@ReDriven]

Cheers mate. - AK

[@srijangrg]

I've got a Mazda 2 and I absolutely love it. Sadly it is getting a bit outdated now :(

[@Spitsinbums]

Thinking bout buying one of these! Let’s see how we go with the review thank you

[@steliosgerasimou5689]

I had one mazda2 2010 automatic and one 2013 CVT.. 😀

[@calvinjohnson2382]

Had a few come to the shop with small steering knocking sounds

[@aliafff]

I have driven my Mazda 2 since 2011 and it has 220.000 Km. I changed steering rack, one oxygen sensor, the radiator and 4 shocks. That's it.

[@greenchutneyman]

Good car. Squeeky drum breaks.

[@Thatguy-cb4qs]

Fiat, Mini Cooper vs Mazda 2 😂 buy the Mazda. Sometimes I wonder why they put back seats in these, just have a bigger boot.

[@nextleveljourney6612]

To haul Dog 🐕 passengers and for college kids to occasionally haul their friends to eat out or such

[@gloveyourway2000]

Good review! That being said, the interior of Mazda 2 shown on this review wasn't in good conditon. For barely over 100,000km, the owner hasn't taken care of their car (the exterior and mechanicals more than likey have been treated the same) The biggest isseus are the scratches on the passengers side dash, and the wear on the gearstick and steering wheel. Honestly you'd be better off buying the same model car in better conditon with more kays on the odo...

[@jerrygar7]

Great review. If he had cut out all the times he said something and said he would get to that later the video would have been 10 min flat.

[@merveilmeok2416]

Plastic in cars is fine with me. I don't plan to eat it😂

[@thehuonpine]

Get the Manual if can drive one!

[@TeiGordon-x3l]

The first cylinder is not working well for me why

[@ethangoldwyre]

The only thing I wanted from the car after working it about 4 months now is cruise control, otherwise perfect.

[@panaoutsios1990]

The new demio in summer days is enjoyable to drive In winter no because it has only 2 wheels, so drive slowly in winter

[@AbySS_Entry_]

Tbh the only problem I've had with the radio is the volume nob is buggy

[@wasabigun]

Great book

[@giannisM1908]

would love a fiesta video (both ml5 and mk6)

[@_MANASYt]

Mine is 11 years old...as good as new ;)

[@thomaskoh3289]

Great videos as always mate! Can u please also consider doing a used car review on 10th gen Honda civics? Thanks

[@User-cb4jm]

They’re good cars, if you don’t mind the CVT drone, otherwise the turbo has good punch and puts up a good fight against a Mazda3 SP25, both have great interiors, look sharp and drive well. Only thing is they’re comparatively rare in the used market, as the Mazda outsold them multiple times over, and it’s nice to have a mass of cars to choose from so you can pick the ones that have been cared for better.

[@chiseen]

I have this. It's a beater car, just take care of it and youll end up passing it to the next gen.

[@Jerakye22]

best review

[@Tanuem]

Great video

[@monashfreeway7854]

Review a 2003 sportivo corolla. Its a unassuming zippy car that has power when you need it.

[@ReDriven]

Awesome request. We are trying to find one at the moment. - AK

[@damilolaakanni]

It's kinda the same car that the US got as the Toyota Yaris until 2020, so yeah, you should consider one.

[@jhref]

Sometimes I have no idea how you come up with the way to describe your height, and other times (like this) I know exactly how it happened.

[@AlanIsac10MKS]

Any chance we can get a Discovery Sport redriven review

[@ReDriven]

100% Alan, it's high on the "to do" list. - AK

[@fhd3715]

Gonna recommend this car to my girlfriend even though she wants a Fiat 500. Seems like an easy choice to me.

[@ReDriven]

She needs to get this over the Fiat mate. - AK