Because they have become UMW Toyota by bringing in cars with inferior specifications compare to what other market is having.

Yeah. It's weird that they choose to compete in that market when don't have much edge over they brands they are trying to complete, and at the same time choose to neglect the lower end market where they could offer better over the competitors.

I would definitely choose Mazda over other Japs, but Mazda vs Conti at similar price level? I'd leaning towards the latter.

To be honest, put the all the fancy tech aside, Mazda 2 is a much better "driver car" compare to the two.

But at that price range, people are looking for value for money, not driving experience. So, definitely nobody will buy some car with kosong specs at that price when other competitors are offering full specs at cheaper price.

They don't even have Mazda 2 in show room or test drive unit. You need to make appointment so that they can bring over the car to they showroom if you want to see one.

Bigger than viva la. But definitely smaller than Axia.

Haha. I upgraded my Axia to Mazda 2 earlier this year. So I have the tendency to "correct" people's misconception about Mazda 2.

Bought it pre-owned, 20k less with 7xx km mileage, less 6 months warranty. So, I don't feel as expensive as paying for brand new.

I think dealer's showroom is small. Bermaz own showroom is normally decent size.

Mazda 2 is suppose to be "Axia" of developed countries. Small town car for easy maneuverability. Only in Malaysia they sell to compete with family starter car like Vios & City which is exclusively for Asean market.

It's a small car. Why do you need interior space? And why would one risk sitting in tin milo if you have money to buy something better?

Mazda 2 got 4 stars Euro NCAP. Axia?

Whatever floats your boat