Mazda 2 reviews & experiences MAZDA 2 Saloon (DL) (01.2015 - ...)

There are known issues with the automatic transmission, including rough and jerky gear changes and failure to engage certain gears.
With diesel engines, the Mazda 2 can suffer from problems with the diesel particulate filter system if it does not have time to regenerate. Lots of short journeys will cause the filter to clog as it does not have time to heat up enough to clean itself. Regular motorway driving can help avoid this problem. The 1.4 and 1.6 litre diesel engines are noisy and can suffer from injector problems. Symptoms typically include loss of power, misfires, rough idling, stalling and the check engine light coming on.
Sensor failures are not uncommon in older Mazda 2 models, and a faulty ABS sensor in particular has been known to cause problems. When this fails, a warning light will come on with a fault code. You may also experience wheel lockup when braking and a pulsating brake pedal.
Carbon naturally builds up as a result of the combustion process. In high-mileage vehicles running on cheaper fuel, this buildup can begin to cause problems with various engine parts, including injectors, valves, and pistons.
May suffer from a variety of air conditioning problems. Sometimes the system simply needs to be refilled. Other times, the fix can be more expensive, as compressors and seals rely on regular use to stay lubricated. Another common issue is a noisy air flow controller that makes a clicking noise when switching between fan modes.

Hi there, I've had a 2015 Mazda 2 as my daily driver for the past couple of years and I've been really happy with it overall. The fuel economy is great - I'm averaging around 45-50 mpg on a mix of city and motorway driving. As for the transmission, I have the manual and haven't had any issues with it at all. It's smooth and responsive.

The only real problem I've faced is with the electronic systems. The ABS sensor failed a while back and that caused some issues with the brakes, but it was an easy and relatively inexpensive fix. I've also heard about problems with the diesel particulate filter on the diesel models if you don't get enough motorway driving, but that's not something I've had to deal with.

Overall, I'd definitely recommend the Mazda 2 as a reliable and economical daily driver. Just be mindful of those potential electronic gremlins and you should be good to go.

I had a 2015 Mazda 2 diesel a few years ago and I have to say, the fuel economy was great - I was getting around 55-60 mpg on my regular commute. However, I did experience some issues with the diesel particulate filter. As you mentioned, the frequent short journeys meant the filter didn't have time to properly regenerate, and it ended up getting clogged. This led to a loss of power and the check engine light coming on.

I also had problems with the transmission - the gear changes were quite jerky and clunky, especially when cold. It never felt as smooth and responsive as I'd have liked. And I know the automatic gearbox versions have an even worse reputation for transmission issues.

That said, aside from those problems, I found the Mazda 2 to be a reliable and practical little car. The handling was good, and it was very nippy around town. If you're mainly doing longer journeys, I think the diesel could be a good option. But if it's mostly shorter trips, I'd probably recommend the petrol version to avoid the DPF headaches.

I've got to agree with the other comments here - the Mazda 2 can be a great little car, but there are a few known issues to watch out for. I had a 2015 petrol model that I used as my daily for a few years.

The fuel economy was very good, similar to what the others have mentioned. I was seeing around 45-50 mpg in mixed driving. No complaints there.

As for the electronics, I did have a couple of sensor failures over the time I owned it. The ABS sensor went, just like

@iMartin.8 described, and I also had problems with the airflow sensor at one point. Both were relatively inexpensive fixes, but a bit of a pain when they cropped up.

The transmission in my manual car was fine - nice and slick. But I've heard the automatics can be troublesome, with the jerky gear changes and reluctance to engage certain gears that others have reported.

Overall, I'd say the Mazda 2 is a solid little runabout, but do your research and test drive thoroughly to make sure you don't end up with one of the problem vehicles. And be prepared for the occasional electronic glitch. If you can find a well-maintained example, it could be a great choice.