2011 Mazda2 Hatchback Review

What is the first thing you think of when you hear the word "hatchback"? For me I think it is this old car I used to have called a Chevrolet Citation II. Not just a Citation, but a "II"! Classy and comfortable. IT was actually a pretty solid car for me and it had ample space. I actually looked it up in Google and ran a crossed this video (mine was light/sky blue not this putrid brown *cough*) and laughed that someone made a 10 minute video (actually there is a part 2 that is another 5 minutes 0_o) just showign off their Citation II...lol

I suppose most think of the old Subaru wagons, or even the older Ford Escorts though. I even remember some Escort knockoff called the Renault Encore.

Anyways, hatchbacks have always been a car that have relatively good fuel efficiency for the most part unless they are heavy as hell like my Citation was back in all steel days. Heck I think they even used metal hose. They are classed as sub-compact cars now and the hatchback is no exception.

Here are the specs, and here is the review:

Model: 2011 Mazda2 Touring
Engine: 1.5-liter DOHC I4
Horsepower/Torque: 100 hp @ 6,000 rpm/98 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase: 98.0 in.
Length x Width x Height: 155.5 x 66.7 x 58.1 in.
Tires: P185/55R15 (temporary spare)
Cargo: 13.3/27.8 cu. Ft. (rear seat up/down)
Economy: 27 mpg city/33 mpg highway/29.8 mpg test
Fuel capacity: 11.3 gal.
Curb Weight: 2,359 lbs.
Sticker: $17,185 (includes $750 delivery charge, $200 in options (pearl paint)