Mazda Details 2015 Euro-Spec Mazda2 Engine Line-Up
Mazda has confirmed full engine and transmission details for the 2015 Mazda2 ahead of its European launch, including three petrol options and a new diesel.
Mazda has released full details of the 2015 Mazda2 for Europe, confirming a four-strong engine line-up with three 1.5-litre petrol variants and a new 1.5-litre diesel. The new supermini will reach European showrooms in early 2015, with Mazda aiming to challenge established rivals with improved efficiency and a broader choice of powertrains.
Engine options for Europe
The entry-level petrol is a 1.5-litre SKYACTIV-G producing 75hp and 125Nm, paired exclusively with a five-speed manual gearbox. Mazda claims combined fuel consumption of 4.7 litres per 100km and CO2 emissions of 110g/km for this version. This model is aimed at buyers prioritising low running costs and a modest purchase price.
A mid-range 90hp version of the same 1.5-litre engine offers 148Nm and can be specified with either a five-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. Official figures put the manual at 4.5 litres/100km and 105g/km CO2, while the automatic returns 4.8 litres/100km and 112g/km. Mazda is also offering a higher output 115hp petrol, with the same 148Nm torque figure, matched exclusively to a six-speed manual. This engine features Mazda’s i-ELOOP regenerative braking system, targeting buyers after more performance without a large jump in emissions or fuel use.
The diesel option is a 1.5-litre SKYACTIV-D, producing 105hp and a substantial 220Nm of torque. With a six-speed manual as standard, Mazda claims combined fuel use of just 3.4 litres/100km and CO2 emissions of 89g/km. This puts the diesel Mazda2 among the most efficient non-hybrid superminis on the market at its launch.
Transmission and efficiency
All petrol versions except the 90hp automatic use a manual gearbox, with the entry petrol and mid-range manual getting five speeds, while the 115hp petrol and diesel feature six-speed manuals. The 90hp petrol automatic is the only version with a six-speed auto. The focus is on reducing consumption and emissions while offering a choice for different driving styles.
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission(s) | Combined Fuel Use (l/100km) | CO2 (g/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 SKYACTIV-G | 75hp | 125Nm | 5-speed manual | 4.7 | 110 |
| 1.5 SKYACTIV-G | 90hp | 148Nm | 5-speed manual / 6-speed auto | 4.5 (manual) / 4.8 (auto) | 105 (manual) / 112 (auto) |
| 1.5 SKYACTIV-G i-ELOOP | 115hp | 148Nm | 6-speed manual | N/A | N/A |
| 1.5 SKYACTIV-D | 105hp | 220Nm | 6-speed manual | 3.4 | 89 |
Positioning in the supermini class
The new Mazda2 enters a crowded European supermini segment, competing with the likes of the Ford Fiesta, Volkswagen Polo and Renault Clio. Mazda’s strategy hinges on offering a choice of efficient engines and the latest SKYACTIV technology in a compact package. The diesel, with its sub-90g/km CO2 figure, targets fleet buyers and those seeking the lowest possible running costs, while the three petrols cover a spread from budget to mild performance.
