Mazda2 | Five Things That I Dislike

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8 жыл бұрын

This time, I briefly talk about the top five things that I dislike about my car.
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@faridnasri2828 6 жыл бұрын

@daedaluszero can you install wind deflectors??

@HiroshimaSpirit 6 жыл бұрын

Like for the windows? I don’t take requests. Parts cost money that I often don’t have. If someone wants to send me some to install, I’d be happy to.

@perrinayebarra 2 жыл бұрын

“The window is clean but at what cost?” Lol killed me.

@deancary6676 2 жыл бұрын

Last year I bought the Japanese-spec version of the Mazda2, which is called Demio. Mine is the DY series which preceded the DE/DH model you have. The powertrain is a 1.5 litre with 5 speed manual. The DY differs from yours mainly in the body. It's very functional, being much more boxy and upright. The rear seat slides fore/aft, folds with 50/50 split, and the base can tumble fold (when I get to replace the broken plastic strap). It has a robust folding parcel shelf also. The third brake light housing is not flush like yours, but is made of good thick material so doesn't rattle. The windows don't clatter when partially open. Being right hand drive there is no issue with a cramped pedal box. The rear windscreen washer is central and the wiper has continuous or intermittent modes. There is no cruise control, but to be honest, this is of little benefit in my country because of tight, winding and hilly roads, and drivers who don't keep to constant speeds on flat straight roads. The only dislike I had was the pathetic single tone diaphragm horn, but this has been replaced by airhorns. Once the cheap Chinese tyres the car is shod with are replaced with a good set of Michelins, the car will be just fine. Thanks for the videos.

@jessicamoore7377 7 жыл бұрын

The thing that really annoys me is the placement of the lock and unlock button, but then again maybe I'm just spoiled.

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+Jessica Kay It was a method weight/cost-saving. Doesn't bother me too much.

@jessicamoore7377 7 жыл бұрын

DaedalusZero I guess it's because I still haven't gotten used to it. And it's really only annoying when say I have a bunch of stuff in my hands and I have to set everything down open the door reach to the middle to unlock the doors but then again it's probably because I've been spoiled by keyless entry.

@exferd1544 6 жыл бұрын

What I dislike is the empty gap on the centre console near the transmission. Could have added a storage there. And also no cup holder at all at the back row, even the handgrips are absent. Weak steering rack is also a problem. What I like is the exterior design, fun, and the engine response.

@josefmprable 3 жыл бұрын

it has been like that for about 30 years now.

@ThreeJaw 4 ай бұрын

For those of you out there that have a Sport model and a craving for cruise, Rostra makes an aftermarket kit you can install. Not my favorite project I’ve done on the car but it works.

@leoromeli7611 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought mine, i love it, one gripe i have though is the driver door, it has no stops, so it just flings open, its the original door

@PeterEmery 3 жыл бұрын

The accelerator pedal is no issue for me, Australia, like Japan is a RHD market. Plus Mazda Australian decided the equip the base models (at least with the 2010 facelift series) with the radio & cruise control button-equipped steering wheel. Mine is a 2012 Mazda2 Neo Hatch with manual transmission.

@ThePolerbearproducts 6 жыл бұрын

I got the 2014 Touring model. I can sympathize with some of these. Especially the rear wiper.

@joseluisnavaram9289 2 жыл бұрын

Could you tell me how to adjust the headlights for left and right, I already found the screw for up and down.

@marktadros8782 5 жыл бұрын

Want to see the Cruise control mod, have the same issue. Top channel btw, subbed!

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I now think it takes more than just slapping on a cruise control wheel and touring ECU on a sport, but nobody has a solid answer so who knows. lol

@Brosolo_ 6 жыл бұрын

Road trips, lol. I just did Vegas to Jersey over the summer. 3rd time for me and first time in my 2011. Cruise control would have definitely been nice, but I was fine without it as most of the trip required some shifting through mountain roadways.

@HiroshimaSpirit 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, driving long distances without cruise control kind of sucks, but it’s not too bad.

@lufknuht5960 4 ай бұрын

how can you modify the camera system so you can turn it on at any time, not just when in reverse?

@chucky2316 5 жыл бұрын

I'm in the UK the mazda sport here is top of the range, multi function steering wheel, cruise, foglights, body kit, the tamura model is similar looking but 1.3 and no cruise. The rear wiper wash is a pain, I find the fuel filler lever on the floor a bit odd, but the car is nippy and super reliable and no cambelts, turbos to worry about. It could benefit from a temperature gauge. But I guess mazda just wanted a hassle free simple car that looked good when they made it, it's nice looking car compared to other hatchbacks of the era.

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s weird how different the trim levels are named/optioned in different markets. lol Thanks for watching!

@chucky2316 5 жыл бұрын

@@HiroshimaSpirit I will do a video on my UK spec mazda 2 sport for you give you an idea on what they are like and what you get

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

I also own a US-spec Touring trim. It has all the bells and whistles your Sport has.

@chucky2316 5 жыл бұрын

@@HiroshimaSpirit maybe they called it touring in USA because its more of an American term, in Britain we love sporty hatchbacks do you guys get the little fiat 500 arbarth over in the states. I've got a chirp sound comming from my mazda at the moment when you blip the throttle it makes a slight chirp sound from under the plastic air cover. It's driving fine any idea what that is. I will take the cover off when I get some free time and decent weather and take a look

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like an individual thing. Just gotta track down the noise and rectify it. Here in America “sport” is typically bare bones, lightweight, no options and “touring” (or the further grand touring) are more luxurious and have more options.

@alexisknows6513 5 жыл бұрын

Have the same colour green....but the radio stopped working....fuel pump , .... needed new front struts ....$1200 after only 190000km other than that ...love the car

@kamiljari111 Жыл бұрын

I've got volvo before and that window rattling just suprised me, from the other hand mazda 2 is just segment B and Volvo was premium C/D. With cruise control I was lucky I've got mazda 2 sport with full steering wheel equipent

@jasonl3185 17 сағат бұрын

Have you done a pvc valve change video on this yet? Please

@Bjorn73 3 жыл бұрын

I‘d love to see a video on the cruise control upgrade or at least if it would be possible. My local dealership says it is not possible since I lack the wiring but for the most part Mazda built in the wires for features even if they’re not there (speakers in the a pillar)

@HiroshimaSpirit 3 жыл бұрын

It’s possible but not worth the trouble. I’ll leave it at that.

@misterjim4458 Жыл бұрын

@@HiroshimaSpirit 😢

@kiddoshare 4 жыл бұрын

Have you added the touring steering wheel yet? I saw your video and would love to see how that works as your dislike of no cruise is my one main issue. I am not finding too much info on the swapping. Thanks!

@HiroshimaSpirit 4 жыл бұрын

It’s more trouble than it’s worth. I have an aftermarket steering wheel now

@kiddoshare 4 жыл бұрын

Darn I really want cruise control!

@matjusss 2 жыл бұрын

at least are small issue for me , the only i want to see issues on this model car is on the engine, and how much the cost of the parts

@Mixbag 8 жыл бұрын

What about the clutch peddle that constantly clicks every time u push it down

@HiroshimaSpirit 8 жыл бұрын

I don't have that problem with mine.

@aacmove 3 жыл бұрын

#3. It's the way the gearbox/center consol is designed. Japan drives on the left. This doesn't happen on RHD cars. With LHD your right food touches the centre console unles you drive with your leg slightly to the left and your foot twisted slightly to the right. It is like this constant thing resting against your leg. Not so important when using cruise control, but around town, I found it quite disturbing. The tank size is not big enough, for the size of the car. Could have been 5 litres more to get better range. For a small care it could be more efficient. Sold mine to a friend and it is still going strong after 14 years. The most reliable car I've ever come across.

@HiroshimaSpirit 3 жыл бұрын

Never thought about the console that way, but it makes perfect sense!

@FeedThemCake 6 жыл бұрын

On my 2009 mazda 2, the clutch pedal is slightly wonky. Releasing the clutch slowly, you can hear an audible "creak" as it slips slightly. This means that there isn't an exactly linear response, which makes gear changes more annoying than they ought to be - the car sometimes shudders or I rev too much when I'm not paying attention. It's my first car and I'm a new driver. Would you say this is a problem I should look into fixing? I imagine it would be expensive to replace the pedal.

@HiroshimaSpirit 6 жыл бұрын

I don’t think you’re going to have to replace the pedal. I’ve never personally dealt with this issue, but try adding some lubrication to the pedal assembly and see if the problem goes away. I also saw at some point that someone replaced the clutch pedal return spring and fixed it on their car as well. Maybe that will help/rectify the issue. 👍🏻

@kenhutton8377 Жыл бұрын

I test drove a 2010 model ,manual and i found the clutch very hard to push in. The car was good generally apart from that. I drove a 2005 Toyota Echo(manual) and it was easy by comparison. I ended up going for the Echo,despite having fewer bells and whistles. Much more fun to drive though.. I think you are being a bit fussy over minor issues. It's a relatively cheap car.

@stompyrobotguy4376 7 жыл бұрын

Good looooord, I had the rear wiper/sprayer. I don't even bother using them.

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+Josh Craig I only run the wiper when it's raining enough to obscure the window. If the window is dirty, however, it stays that way until it rains or I wash the car. Haha

@nickelndiminit5136 8 жыл бұрын

I bet 3m foam tape in 1" strips adhered to the plastic trim in a few spots would fix the rattle. Cars today are are mostly Lego, so they snap together. Rattles drive me ape for some reason.

@HiroshimaSpirit 8 жыл бұрын

+NickelNDiminIt It was suggested that I just pull the panel off, but it hasn't bothered me lately. Perhaps when it starts up again. Haha

@iNFECTED_pIE 7 жыл бұрын

I hear an intermittent rattle in the switch housing for the ceiling light, I also keep hearing rattle in the passenger side door. So many rattles. x_x

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+Matt P Mine has a couple of intermittent rattles, but nothing that drives me crazy. I didn't expect much for $13k. If it was a more expensive car, then I'd be pissed. Haha Thanks for watching!

@Lizzy20112 7 жыл бұрын

Matt P: I hear a rattle somewhere on the front passenger side too. From the driver's seat, it sounds like it's coming from the far right vent in the dash. Sound/bass doesn't affect it.. bumpy roads don't make a difference.. but it is loud and drives me absolutely crazy!

@erso3302 4 жыл бұрын

The lack of usable cubbies, the rear headrests must be down or you're blind at 4 o'clock position. And the absolute worst is the display. Idiot lights instead of gauges and LCD radio that blacks out with sunglasses on. Oh... rattling sun visor clips, too. Still my favorite car, and I've had many.

@Starfank 3 жыл бұрын

i finally fixed it yesterday, what a difference! I removed the clip, made a squared hole in a thick foam paper cut to measure, then I put it between the roof sky and the clip with a bit off all purpose glue. for the back plastic I put some liquid rubber around the part, let it dry and now all the rattle it's gone!

@SLOBeachboy 3 жыл бұрын

Even many high performance sports cars don’t have full instrumentation these days and you expected to get this in an econo-box subcompact people mover? Furthermore, the coolant temperature gages that have come on virtually all cars made over the past 40 years are no better than an idiot light anyway. Not only do they not tell you the actually coolant temperature but they are non-linear to boot. In other words, the needle just moves to the middle point when the engine reaches normal operating temperature and then it doesn’t start moving upward again until the temperature is at least 30 degrees above normal. So basically an idiot light would be just as useful. Believe me, I would love it if all cars had at least an oil pressure gage and a proper linear coolant temp gage that told you your actual coolant temperature at all times but that’s just not going to happen.

@stevieklaer9347 8 жыл бұрын

I have a sport model and cruise control. I just wedge my left foot underneath my right foot and adjust. Safe? No. Does it work? Yes.

@HiroshimaSpirit 8 жыл бұрын

+Stevie Klaer That's one way to do it! Haha

@somecrispydude9635 2 жыл бұрын

Got a Mazda 2 takara last month and I gotta be honest, only thing I dislike is the fact that it’s slow as balls. But as a first car it’s great, 84hp keeps the insurance cost low

@The_Crazy_Monkey75 3 жыл бұрын

What about the round airconditioning vents that loosens with time flaps around? Anybody have that? My car also makes the annoying clicks when pressing down the clutch. I had it replaced but it comes back eventually. Also, the cover of the mirror in the front sun visor loosens partially flaps down.

@KT_One Жыл бұрын

My vents are jacked, too. I plan to pop the dog bone connecting the blades and shim them for some friction to keep them from closing on their own.

@dthtr1 7 жыл бұрын

I own a mazda 2 and it keeps me satisfied . Anyway here are my dislikes : _The button of the trunk is tiny , made of rubber or plastic . Bad weather can make it crack , , water infiltrates causing short circuit and the trunk not to function . I have had this problem . Why electrical opening ? a simple mechanical handle is way better . _The window handle on the rear doors is positioned low . You can touch it accidentally with your legs or your objects , making the window to go down slightly .

@jacobbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbb6402 Жыл бұрын

I know this video is old and its silly of me to comment but you seem to be the mazda 2 expert so may i ask, would it be easy to replacd my current steering wheel that has no buttons or controls for a wheel that has buttons and controls on my mazda 2 de. Thanks

@HiroshimaSpirit Жыл бұрын

It’s not plug and play, no.

@user-pz4vu6lt1f 7 жыл бұрын

What about the suspension? Isn't it a bit harsh compared to other small hatchbacks? Also, I'm planning on buying a pre-owned mazda 2 with lpg gas installed. Have you heard of any possible problems or engine damage in lpg mazda2's? Thank you

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+Νικόλας Παπανδρέου Most small hatchbacks in the same class as the 2 have similar suspension configurations, so it's not going to be a big difference with standard suspension. As far as LPG conversions, I don't have any knowledge about the systems or any potential issues that go with them.

@Digi20 7 жыл бұрын

f.e. a fiesta is much more comfortable than the mazda (while sharing the same chassis, i find ford did a better overall suspension setup). it can feel a bit underdamped on fast lane changes but overall it goes at least as fast around corners. its a bit "looser" in terms of road connection and steering feel though. there are always pros and cons.

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+Digi20 I've never driven a Fiesta, so I have no opinion of it. I'm happy with my pair of 2s, even the one that isn't modified. 👍🏻

@davidjohnson8122 7 жыл бұрын

Digi20 The Fiesta has no timing chain, giving the Mazda 2 greater durability over the Fiesta, Mazda 2 is actually better.

@paulfrank1201 5 жыл бұрын

@@Digi20 a lot of the parts on the mazda 2 are fomoco parts.

@animeforlife12 3 жыл бұрын

Would the cruise control work with a even older model? Say i put a steering wheel from a 2011 into a 2010, is that all i need or would i need to get a kit for cruise control?

@HiroshimaSpirit 3 жыл бұрын

Can’t speak for non-US cars (aka pre-2011).

@animeforlife12 3 жыл бұрын

@@HiroshimaSpirit alright thanks though :) im guessing probably not, as the cheaper models typically have everything the expensive ones have, they just arnt wired up. But likely to be different throughout year models 🤔

@mattmarino7092 6 жыл бұрын

Did you end up putting a touring steering wheel on? What was the total cost?

@HiroshimaSpirit 6 жыл бұрын

Never did. I’m not sure wether or not the controls can be made to work in a sport, so there’s no reason to spend the money for buttons that may or may not work. Until I get a definitive answer on that, I stick with stock.

@Caswell404 Жыл бұрын

Window washer nozzles can be adjusted to spray at a different angle. 😅

@HiroshimaSpirit Жыл бұрын

Make a video about it then.

@Gstunna- 7 жыл бұрын

my windows don't rattle on my 2014 Mazda 2 when I go over bumps.

@dwaynepalmer8049 4 жыл бұрын

The arch back trunk is not popping open how can it be fixed

@peterprice9005 5 жыл бұрын

The thing i really hate about this car is the fact that you have to replace the cam followers to adjust the valve clearance .Unlike a toyota where you simply replace the shims without having to remove the camshaft in order to do so . It cost $420 for the cam followers as unfortunate i could only swap around a couple of the existing ones . Also i had to wait 5 weeks for them to come from japan as they did not stock the ones i needed at the dealer or the national parts distributor ( In Australia ).

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

That sounds like your personal experience rather than a common issue. Any kind of valvetrain adjustment isn’t required maintenance like in a fussy Honda or something as far as I can surmise. One of our club members here is a master mechanic and many of us have over 100k miles and I’ve never heard of anyone needing to make those kind of adjustments.

@paulfrank1201 5 жыл бұрын

Im in Aus. I have s mazda 2. Mine is a base model mazda neo 2012 and it does have cruise control. The most annoying thing about it is when the rear windows are down and youre travelling at about 100kmh there is a terrible wind vibration noise thats unbearable, you have to lift the rear windows up its that bad. The only thing i wish it had is a 6th gear for long highway trips, as its geared fairly low.

@pannolane Жыл бұрын

every car its the same thing with the back windows down.!

@agnesngotho756 Жыл бұрын

Mazda is the best

@gregneilsen2967 2 жыл бұрын

Really like your videos! My biggest hate with my 2013 Mazda 2 is the audible click when depressing and releasing the clutch pedal, I can also feel the movement through my foot when it clicks. Possibly return spring on clutch pedal, or worn parts around that clutch pedal spring assembly. Have you or your friends experienced this and what was the fix? Thanks Greg from New Zealand,

@HiroshimaSpirit 2 жыл бұрын

Lube the spring with some grease. 👍🏻

@paulf1071 2 жыл бұрын

Greg, I have exactly the same clutch pedal clicking issue on a 2010 model. Main Mazda dealer lubed it up, but a month or 2 later it's back the way it was again...

@mostafaali931 5 жыл бұрын

I'm trying to find the front bumper grill, the sporty on with fog light. Any idea where can I find it

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

I would probably check eBay. It all depends on where you’re located. Different markets got different front bumper shapes.

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

I would probably check eBay. It all depends on where you’re located. Different markets got different front bumper shapes.

@mostafaali931 5 жыл бұрын

@@HiroshimaSpirit Australia, tried ebay & wreckers no one has it.

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

Maybe you’ve just got to search and get lucky to find it. Not many people wrecking their 2s nearby, probably. That’s the unfortunate thing about car parts sometimes.

@christophercutajar4020 4 жыл бұрын

I wonder if this kit will fit on the mazda 3 1.6 is basicaly the same engine...

@HiroshimaSpirit 4 жыл бұрын

It’s exactly the same but with a slightly longer stroke, I believe. As long as it fits in the engine bay of the 3 the same way and the MAF sensors is the same, I don’t see any reason why it wouldn’t work.

@christophercutajar4020 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have any link from were you got the air intake kit.? Thanks alot and great content...

@poshsteve3583 2 жыл бұрын

Ive a 2009 2 1.5 litre model & it has cruise control , Its a RHD model , Dont use it much though myself

@kijekuyo9494 Жыл бұрын

I'm considering buying a Mazda 2. It's a good thing I never use cruise control.

@welln0w Жыл бұрын

got a mazda ad on this lol

@HiroshimaSpirit Жыл бұрын

Finally! Shut it down, boys! Mission accomplished! 💪🏻

@KewlQT 6 жыл бұрын

Funny. You 5 dislikes don't apply to my 2012 auto trans Mazda 2. But I do have one big one. It's the push button to open the trunk. In the winters here we can hit minus 40 and that pretty much makes that push button a real chore, if you can get it to work at all. And for the record I do have cruize control but still haven't used it yet on this vehicle. Longest road trip was only 5 hours long and due to all the construction patches on the highway I never turned on the cruise control.

@Tuukkis 6 жыл бұрын

KewlQT in finland the bloody button doesn't even work at -20 degrees XD

@TumBUCA98 7 жыл бұрын

agree

@CredoVG 7 жыл бұрын

Just add a spoiler. After that, you could hardly tell if it's there.

@sinceRENEss 4 жыл бұрын

How is your car delivering the power to the street? The wheels of my Mazda 2 will spin relatively quick even though I have the 75 hp version. o.o It´s so much fun to let expensive cars back on the traffic light. But on some streets even a normal start will result in squaking tires.

@KT_One Жыл бұрын

Better tires would help here. I’m on 180TW Bridgestone Potenzas and can go WOT even in corners with no wheel spin.

@danieljclare5342 3 жыл бұрын

Do these model mazda 2s have a under engine tray?

@HiroshimaSpirit 3 жыл бұрын

I answered on Instagram, but for anyone else who might be curious, no, they do not.

@Gstunna- 7 жыл бұрын

how do i tell of my Mazda 2 is tell touring model or sport model.?

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+Mariam Ge If you're in the United States, it's easy. A Touring has extra accessories like fog lights, steering wheel audio controls, cruise control, alloy wheels, etc. A sport is just the bare essentials. As far as other markets, they had even more trim levels with different names compared to the US market, the details of which I am unsure.

@Gstunna- 7 жыл бұрын

DaedalusZero thanks ! guess I have the sport model it's super basic. I live in Canada so close enough haha. just found your video. it's great. I havent seen many KZfaq channels regarding people owning Mazda 2's. I didn't even know it existed till this year when I bought it.

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+Mariam Ge In Canada, they were called GX and GS. Sounds like you've got a GX. Thanks for watching! ✌🏻

@davidjohnson8122 7 жыл бұрын

DaedalusZero Can you do a video install for a rear torsion bar (it's supposed to attach behind the rear bumper)

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+David Johnson I've already done one. Check out my Mazda2 playlist. 👍🏻

@Steve1766 Жыл бұрын

i have it too i hate nothing about it the only problem i have is that i bought it in bad condition

@Fizniperal 4 жыл бұрын

I have the MY2018 DJ and they fixed all of these

@amandagrabenstetter5454 6 жыл бұрын

I have this car, I love this car, but we need to figure out that back sprayer... terrible.... there has to be some swappable part so that it mists in a cone AT LEAST, right now it just a slow, pathetic dribble.

@HiroshimaSpirit 6 жыл бұрын

Let me know when you figure it out! Haha Most of us just don’t bother with it and wait for rain before using the wiper.

@chathamh 5 жыл бұрын

If you're in a position where you can keep an eye on it, you can use the fluid more efficiently by timing it carefully. Engage the sprayer just as the tip of the wiper passes the nozzle on the downstroke, and the washer fluid will collect against the wiper blade. The blade then smoothly distributes the fluid along the window on the upstroke. Kludgy, but it works.

@amandagrabenstetter5454 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. :)

@matthewmartinez9216 2 жыл бұрын

I have one and my tactometer goes off when I barely accelerate lmfao

@martinjohn7750 7 жыл бұрын

I have the mazda 2 sport, more powerful with a more sporty look and more features!

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+Martin John Overseas cars got a lot more features than we did here in the US, for sure.

@Tuukkis 6 жыл бұрын

Well, the Sport really isn't all that sporty with the 105 horsepower. Why couldn't we get something like a 150 horsepower hotter version? Mazda has made some questionable decisions, but I love the brand still.

@wowomg1980 5 жыл бұрын

Have you zero'd to sixty in it yet? I'd love to hear what you clocked.

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

Slow.7 seconds. Really, it might be a couple of tenths quicker to 60 than it was stock with all the mods. I’m not trying to win any drag races, so I haven’t cared to measure.

@wowomg1980 5 жыл бұрын

@@HiroshimaSpirit I've never tested mine on a true flat surface but I figured it was around 7 seconds. If I'm not mistaken on paper the car is supposed to be like 9 or ten so it's still not bad. Your car looks sweet though.

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Considering that manufacturers and the press will absolutely abuse a given test car (far beyond what an owner is typically capable of or willing to do) to get the best possible 0-60 time, I don’t take much stock in it. The 2 has an advertised time of like 9.7 seconds. For an average person who isn’t going to abuse their car, round that up to 10-ish seconds. It’s just a number, and the car is way more than the advertised specs, especially the acceleration times.

@wowomg1980 5 жыл бұрын

@@HiroshimaSpirit Sometimes I swear it's more like 6 seconds and some change. I know it's not breaking records but if this were forty years ago, we'd be competing professionally. We nicknamed our Mazda 2 zippy, which seems to be common for little Mazda's.

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

I get what you mean. A fun, lightweight car with good gearing will always feel faster than it is.

@Emmacita423 6 ай бұрын

My Mazda 2 alignment is off , it pulls to the right.

@HiroshimaSpirit 6 ай бұрын

Go get it aligned, then.

@whtrabt 8 жыл бұрын

How about when braking while you go over a pothole uneven pavement and the brakes vibrate horrendously.

@HiroshimaSpirit 8 жыл бұрын

+Frank Cortez That's the ABS at work. Probably working a little too hard, but still. I just avoid potholes altogether, braking or not.

@iNFECTED_pIE 7 жыл бұрын

The ABS trips off too easily in this thing. I live in a town with shitty roads, and 50/50 chance it goes off as I'm coming to a stop and pass over cracked tarmac. Little annoying.

@Lizzy20112 7 жыл бұрын

Frank Cortez same issue. It's definitely overkill!

@Digi20 7 жыл бұрын

ABS and ESP interventions are fairly loud and feedbacky (

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+Digi20 ABS definitely. I've never triggered the stability control though, and I've gotten the car a little sideways many times. lol

@hailey.sdirtbike2727 Жыл бұрын

Did he just put his foot with no shoes on foot button😂😂

@supernautistaken 5 жыл бұрын

I bet if you had the automatic the transmission would be on top of the list, I wish I could drive stick :(

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

These cars are so cheap I would just try to buy a manual one before going to the trouble of swapping everything. I own one of each and while the automatic is boring, the car itself is still fun and tossable. If I had no other choice but to have an automatic, I would have still modified it, but differently and to a lesser degree.

@supernautistaken 5 жыл бұрын

@@HiroshimaSpirit I am getting just about ready to tackle my first oil change, but I think there are a few mods I might try on this car, I didn't think there was much to do for a mazda 2 before I saw your channel

@HiroshimaSpirit 5 жыл бұрын

Even with what I’ve done and still want to do, it isn’t a whole lot compared to more popular cars, but there’s plenty to satisfy any enthusiast.

@wanelly Жыл бұрын

Manual is not that hard. Try it.

@Frankenstein-zg1gd Жыл бұрын

Something I really don't like is that it likes to idle in about 550 to 650 rpm when is in Drive. I've checked EVERYTHING and everyone (incluiding the dealer and other owners) tells me that it is normal... the vibrations tho... everything rattles... feels like a japanese Harley Davidson.

@KT_One Жыл бұрын

Time for new engine and trans mounts.

@HiroshimaSpirit Жыл бұрын

Have you tried cleaning the EGR valve?

@Frankenstein-zg1gd Жыл бұрын

@@KT_One I mean, it has 36k miles... It´s a 2014 tho, so maybe ur right

@Frankenstein-zg1gd Жыл бұрын

@@HiroshimaSpirit Yes!

@imsobored04 7 жыл бұрын

i have the 2012 model. what i don't like. the most basic dashboard. (no fuel percentage...just a 1980s most basic LCD with square dots that is used as a fuel gauge and no average mpg) this thing is twice as loud as my previous vehicle (1998 chevy blazer). i have to turn the radio on full blast to drown out the noise while doing 65mph. i live in Texas and during the summer, the AC at full blast barely keeps it cool. luckily im the only one in the car most of the time, so i just point every vent towards me. lol what was the deal with the manual air circulation switch? never seen that "feature" in a car before.

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+imsobored04 You must have a Sport trim. The Touring trim displays all kinds of extra info in the cluster like average mpg, fuel range, outside temp, etc. I personally don't have a problem with a/c cooling the car or with wind noise. Even with a modified exhaust, I have no trouble hearing the radio at highway speeds. As far as the vent/recirc switch, thaysbjust how it was designed, I suppose. I'm perfectly fine with manually selecting which to use. It's a $13k economy car, not a Lexus.

@imsobored04 7 жыл бұрын

yeah i have the sport version. driving on the highway feels like you might have a window that is cracked open. i don't have a problem with the vent switch either. just weird. i understand that it's a $13k car so i never really had a problem with it. it's a cheap sub-compact car. quality is good enough. i did find it surprising that Side air-bags came with it.

@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

+imsobored04 It's all you could ever need in a car. Safe, reliable, and inexpensive. I didn't buy two of them because they're bad, right? Haha

@imsobored04 7 жыл бұрын

cheap car. tiny. 30-35 miles/gallon. side airbags included. crash test ratings are pretty good. i've had the car for 4.5yrs now. only thing i've had to replace is the battery (i like to sit in my car with the radio on during my lunch break. probably why it died on me). hopefully i'll get another 4.5yrs before i see that check engine light on.

@davidjohnson8122 7 жыл бұрын

imsobored04 Just because it's cheap doesn't make it bad...then there are mods you can do to change the way the car drives, mine easily does 100 on the highway. People actually want to race me all the time because they can't believe my little car moves the way it does...I just added stainless steel brake lines and OMG the stopping power is incredible!

@Forsaken_Dan 8 жыл бұрын

Review a 97 Chevy Cavalier

@HiroshimaSpirit 8 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Perez Stambaugh Don't know anybody with one. Not certain there are even any left on the road. lol I can't remember the last time I saw a Cavalier.

@ivanov568 2 ай бұрын

Wait till you have to change the catalytic converter, total nightmare…

@flurpoid Жыл бұрын

My dislikes of the Mazda 2: -Auto transmission sucks for fuel economy, shifts are rubbery and gross feeling -Suspension has way too much rebound resulting in poor ride quality -Handling is incredibly overhyped and unremarkable, understeers very early and doesn't like to lift-off oversteer -Paint is seriously _thin_ and chips easily despite looking nice -Radio wiring seems poorly done, it cuts out when I hit a large bump or turn hard Personally I wouldn't get another 2, and wouldn't recommend it to a friend unless it was the manual for a good deal. I'd get a used Pontiac Vibe or Golf 2.5 before one of these.

@HiroshimaSpirit Жыл бұрын

-You bought the auto. 🤷🏼‍♂️ -Sounds like the dampers are shot. -Most cars understeer horribly on stock suspension. Drive better, THEN throw a $100 rear torsion bar on the same car and get back to me. -The paint is thin on Mazdas, for sure. -Radios are known to be hit or miss in these. All of these issues are correctable except the automatic trans, but buying an ancient design 4-speed and expecting performance is a failure of judgement. The rest is objectively cheaper and better handling than a worse Matrix or an out of warranty German car, but to each their own.

@donnajones1437 3 ай бұрын

You sound like a serial complainer typical American. I have the same car and have NO ISSUE such a beautiful car. ❤

@HiroshimaSpirit 3 ай бұрын

I would hardly call this complaining. I kept this car for years and loved it. Relax, just because I’m from the U.S. doesn’t mean I’m an entitled shitbag. It’s ok to not LOVE every bit of something, because nothing is perfect for everyone.