2014 Mazda2: Living in the Shadow

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Very dynamic style

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The dashboard is well laid out and the passenger compartment showcases excellent attention to detail

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The Mazda2 only comes as a wagon-inspired hatchback

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No changes for 2014

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Featuring the signature Mazda grille

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But where the Mazda2 has an edge is in its design

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The Mazda2 GX comes with 15-inch wheels instead of steel wheels

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The Mazda2’s trunk is not its most convincing asset

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The Mazda2 is the smallest in the Mazda family

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The seats do not fold down completely flat

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The steering wheel is satisfying to hold

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The Mazda2 comes with a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 100 horsepower

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Despite its size and power, this car is fun to drive

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The luggage cover is handy for keeping prying eyes off your gear, but it can get in the way when you want to load larger items

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The instrumentation is simple and easy to read