BALI - One thing that makes me feel proud when driving a Mazda2 on the island is when the eyes of foreign tourists heading towards me. Some even smiled and raised his hand thumb. I wonder what makes them amazed, as I understand it even less. While finding out, I can only smile back with a grinning face.
In the end, when I parked the Mazda2 in front of a crafts store, then I understand the meaning of the smile of the stranger.
"Wow, what car is this? Green ... Very funny ..., "said a young woman with blond hair.
I then replied, "It's Mazda."
"I've seen it. Surely this is a new car? It's beautiful, "she said again.
From the brief conversation that I began to understand the purpose of greeting the President Director of PT. Mazda Motor Indonesia (MMI), Yoshiya Horigome. He said: "Most of the feedback that we received very positive tone. They (the public) confirms our belief on a car (Mazda2) which bears the title of World Car of the Year this. "
Two sentences on top of that I need to underline here is "very positive" and "World Car of the Year".
Both sentences were so sacred. Therefore, blessed are cars that can reach the sentence. And, if two predicate Mazda2 deserves it, I'll answer it here.
Overview Mazda2
In Japan known as the Demio Mazda2. While in some countries sold with the Mazda 121 or Mazda emblems Metro. Mini Wagon Ford Festival which diniagakan in Europe also took the base of the Mazda2.
Initially, the Mazda2 is a small minivan that started her debut in 1996. Until now the Mazda2 has evolved to the 3rd generation was released in 2007.
As the design and shape change, Mazda2 then classed as a supermini car. A year after its emergence it, precisely in 2008, the Mazda2 won the prestigious title of World Car of the Year.
In addition to the award, throughout its history Mazda2 has won over 50 awards worldwide, including Car of the Year in 20 countries.
Since its introduction in 1996 until May 2007, the Mazda2 has been produced in Japan as many as 1.04 million units. Penjulan figure is once again entering the Mazda Mazda2 as the most ever sold of all time.
Mazda2 sales in Indonesia are carried out since November last year also noted the satisfactory achievement. Of the 400 units allocated to Indonesia, of which 300 units were sold within four days after launch.
According Horigome Mazda2 sales in Indonesia could actually exceed that amount. However, Indonesia is reluctant to peg optimesme Mazda excessive. Because the supply Mazda2 from Thailand to Indonesia pegged only 300 units per month. While the target of Mazda2 sales in ASEAN countries is only 20,000 units per year.
Additionally, Mazda Indonesia also careful enough to face the rival Mazda2. The car is in Indonesia categorized into classes this minibus did not want its presence is equated with the Toyota Yaris, Honda Jazz, Suzuki Swift and Nissan Livina earlier exist.
Therefore, the Mazda2 is expressly trying to separate his position. How, put Mazda2 into the attractive young consumer segment, where they need a dynamic lifestyle and fashionable appearance.
Design
Mazda2 is quite unique. This car look adorable. Not only from a small and simple design, but also Her face is adorable. Looking at the wide front grille, we will remember the look on the children's smiling.
With the appearance of such a natural that Mazda claims its products as a fun car. Not only for penggendaraan in the city, but also outside the city. Not only for advanced riders, but also the beginning rider. Not just for women, but also for young men.
Along with an aggressive appearance, such as the latest products other Mazda, the Mazda2 was also built with good quality. The lines of inter-body panels are made so precise. Pengecetan also worked with the smooth. Even the material used for the lamps was thick and clear.
For all these results, it is worth when Mazda grateful to Ford that have helped make the car stronger.
Exterior
Try you see the Mazda2 longer and follow the flow of body inch by inch design. This way you can find the strength behind a strong expression dynamics.
Chronology of the roof to a sloping front window, and the muscles on the sides of the body are very ketara, is a way of communicating Mazda2 energy. This car was running though even looked at the stop position.
Front fender popped up with a strong line is a reflection of the spirit of Mazda sports. Fender sexy it's reminiscent of the Mazda RX8 sports car.
Mazda 1.5L Type R even more attractive. Unlike many rivals who give sports bumper with spoiler lips stick, giving Mazda2 sporty front bumper intact. Bumper design is fused with the aerodynamic side skirts. In fact, the back bumper was still covered with mud guard black.
Not only that, wing spoiler attached to the upper stern action seolang want to thicken the Mazda2 as rogue car. With a knick-knacks are also Mazda2 look like a healthy kid boot shoes.
For the ASEAN market Mazda2 is provided in two types, S and R. For type S dimensions, namely length 3.903mm, 1.695mm width, and height of 1.485mm. While the type R, ie the length 3.913mm, 1.695mm width, and height of 1.478mm.
With these dimensions place the Mazda2 is longer and taller than the Yaris, but the same width. Meanwhile, when compared with the Honda Jazz, Mazda2 is only slightly less tall (47mm difference).
Interior
As offered by rivals in its class, nobody stands out on the cabin layout Mazda2. The instrument panel, speedometer screen, chimney and AC button, until the gear lever position does not create new impression. Only practical design that looks unique because of the dominance of rounded articulation.
The use of aluminum-accented material are also still preferred to accentuate the element of sportsmanship on the interior. Mazda2 melangkapi aluminum accent panels on the door trim, gear lever, and the bars the wheel circumference.
Overall the material used Mazda2 deserves thumbs up. The accuracy of workmanship provided the product is assembled ASEAN also dare pitted against its rivals.
Function and Comfort
Mazda2 including modern cars are conceptualized to match personal needs and family today. Like the cars that are friends with everyone, a lot of practical features that are useful to increase comfort.
Each trim the door, for example, there are places to put bottles of drink. Even the center console there are also the same. Little boxes on the dashboard, center console and can even be used to put pennies. In short, no matter where you sit, the Mazda2 will give good service.
In addition, the center console also placed the means to put a mobile phone or audio player gadget. And, when you include that like to shop weekly, do not worry about the space. Mazda2 luggage capacity to 250 liters when the rear seats folded berkonvigurasi 60:40.
Performance and Control
Before explaining the performance, I would first express a sense that given the steering system Mazda2.
Technology Electric Power Assist Steering system (EPAS), which injected Mazda at super mini this might be proud. Because the effectiveness of this technology is already being felt effective when I move the steering wheel in the parking lot. Lightweight and measurable is a fact that can be felt. Even he can also show its effectiveness when the car drove at high speed.
In short, the steering system Mazda2 like a bright shaft capable of locking in the right corner of the control. Turn at low speed and aggressive maneuvers at high speed become so easy with the Mazda2.
Agile? Yes, this car is like Michael Jackson is good at dancing seizures. Provided the driving position is also good. Even the steering wheel distance can be adjusted to the desired size of the driver.
How is performance? The answer is on the engine type MZR 1.5-liter, DOHC 4-cylinder. Carrying the technology S-VT (Sequential Valve Timing) and ETC (Electronic Trottle Control), this machine is able to reap the maximum power of 103 hp at 6,000 rpm and 135Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm.
The exact performance is not as sweet as the Mazda2 given the Toyota Yaris. Even the acceleration is less aggressive when compared with the Suzuki Swift.
But whether it is necessary to make you sad? I personally would not ignore the problem. The reason, Mazda2 weighs much lighter than its competitors. As a result, the ratio of weight versus energy produced Mazda2 better than the Yaris. If yaris yield of 0.62 hp / kg, Mazda2 able to reach 0.66 hp / kg. While the gear ratio which is owned car unleaded fuel is almost comparable to Yaris.
One other thing, Mazda2 claimed fuel economy. For the type of manual transmission produces 15.6 km / liter. While type automatic transmission reached 14.7 km / liter.
Suspension
Mazda was so proud of the suspension system carried Mazda2. With a system of independent MacPherson strut front and torsion beam in the rear, the Mazda2 is able to provide a good balance.
When I tried to maneuver, this suspension system is able to restore body position quickly after the car bouncing. In high speed cornering feels more easily with the Mazda2. It was this car deserves a slalom athletes.
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