Mazda Demio

The Mazda2 is a subcompact/supermini/B-segment small car manufactured and marketed globally by Mazda since 1996, currently in its fourth generation. The Mazda2 was previously marketed as the Mazda Demio (a name it kept in some markets until 2019) and as the Mazda 121 and Mazda Metro.

Mazda2
2015 Mazda2 (DJ) Genki hatchback
Overview
ManufacturerMazda
Also calledMazda Demio (1996–2019)
Production1996–present
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact/Supermini (B)
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
PlatformMazda D platform
Chronology
PredecessorFord Festiva/Mazda 121
Autozam Revue

The Mazda2 is based on the Mazda D-platform and was preceded by two other small cars based on the platform: the Ford Festiva (designed and built by Mazda for Ford and also sold as the Mazda 121) that was introduced in 1986 on the DA platform and the Revue (sold by Mazda's Autozam marquee) introduced in 1990 on the DB platform. The Mazda Demio added the DW platform in 1996. The name "Demio" is derived from Latin meus to show possession, which in many Romance languages has become "mio."

The third generation Demio earned the 2008 World Car of the Year title,[1] while the fourth generation was awarded the 2014–2015 "Japanese Car of the Year".[2]

Several generations of the Mazda2 have been rebadged and sold by other manufacturers. The first generation was sold as the Ford Festiva Mini Wagon in some markets and the fourth generation was sold in North America as the Scion iA and Toyota Yaris/Yaris iA.

First generation (DW; 1996)
First generation (DW)
Mazda 121 Shades Metro (Australia)
Overview
Also calledMazda 121
Ford Festiva Mini Wagon
Production1996–2002
AssemblyHiroshima, Japan (Hiroshima Plant)
Valencia, Spain (Ford Spain)
Bogotá, Colombia (CCA)
Body and chassis
Body style5-door hatchback
PlatformMazda DW platform
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,390 mm (94.1 in)
Length3,815 mm (150.2 in)
Width1,670 mm (65.7 in)
Height1,535 mm (60.4 in)

When it came to redesigning the Revue, Mazda came up with a tall hatchback, minivan-esque package (the sedan-only Revue was already over 1,500 mm (59.1 in) tall). Introduced in a time full of negative press coverage, the Demio became a surprise hit for Mazda in Japan, and also foreshadowed the current crop of B-segment minivans such as the Opel Meriva, Fiat Idea and the Renault Modus.

A concept model previewing the DW series, called the Mazda BU-X was shown in 1995.[3]

At its introduction in 1997, it won the Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference Car of the Year award in Japan.

Production of the new Demio started in July 1996 (sold as the 121 outside Japan and Europe) used the DW platform. Ford retailed a version in Japan as the Ford Festiva Mini Wagon. In 1998, the Mazda logo was changed to the current logo. The Demio was updated in 1999 with a revised exterior, cabin air filtration, retuned automatic transmission, and available DSC. The original Demio was replaced in 2002.

Engines
  • 1.3 L B3-ME I4 (1996–1999)
  • 1.5 L B5-ME I4 (1996–1999)
  • 1.3 L B3E I4, 83 PS (61 kW)/ 108 N⋅m (80 lb⋅ft) (1999–2002)
  • 1.5 L B5E I4, 100 PS (74 kW)/ 127 N⋅m (94 lb⋅ft) (2000–2002)

Production

The original DW model was produced in Mazda's Colombia plant as "Mazda Demio" until the end of 2007 when the DE model replaced it.

  • 1996-1999 Mazda Demio (Japan; pre-facelift)
  • 1997 Mazda 121 Metro (Australia; pre-facelift)
  • 1999–2002 Mazda Demio (Japan; facelift)
  • 1996 Ford Festiva Mini Wagon

Second generation (DY; 2002)
Second generation (DY)
Overview
Also calledMazda2
Production2002–2007
AssemblyHiroshima, Japan (Hiroshima Plant)[4]
Almussafes, Spain (Ford Valencia)
Body and chassis
Body style5-door hatchback
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive
PlatformMazda DY platform
RelatedFord Fusion
Powertrain
Engine1.3 L ZJ-VE I4 (gasoline)
1.5 L ZY-VE I4 (gasoline)
1.25 L MZI C2 I4 (gasoline)
1.4 L MZI C4 I4 (gasoline)
1.6 L MZI C6 I4 (gasoline)
1.4 L MZ-CDTi I4 (diesel)
Transmission5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,490 mm (98.0 in)
Length3,925 mm (154.5 in)
Width1,680 mm (66.1 in)
Height1,530 mm (60.2 in)
Curb weight1,080 kg (2,381 lb)

The Demio was redesigned in 2002 on the DY platform. The Demio name continued in Japan, while the rest of the world dropped 121 and other names in favor of Mazda2. Since its debut, the 2 has been well received by the market pushing its Japanese domestic sale to as high as seventh place.

2002–2004 Mazda2 (Germany)
Interior (Europe)

The badge-engineered Ford version, the Ford Fusion, is no longer made, as Ford began importing the Ford Fiesta on the global Ford B3 platform which is based on Mazda's DY platform.[5] Production of the car for European market started at Almussafes Ford plant in Valencia, Spain on 20 January 2003.[6]

All Demios come with ABS and EBD, and stability control is optional. An innovative feature offered in Japan is e-4WD, a hybrid car-type system which uses an electric motor to power the rear wheels of this front wheel drive vehicle when needed. In the Demio, this system is used only as a traction aid, not for increased fuel economy as in most other vehicles.

There is also a big difference in floor pan and pedal box. The European-exclusive version of Mazda2 (DY) uses a pedal box directly sourced from Ford Fiesta rather than their own 4x108 bolt pattern instead of 4x100.

Three trim levels were available in Japan, Cozy, Sport, and Casual.

In Europe, trim levels were S, TS and TS2. The TS and TS2 were renamed Antares and Capella in 2004. The Japanese 1.3 and 1.5 gasoline engines are not available, but Ford's 1.25-liter 16-valve Sigma engine is used, and Mazda's 1.4 and 1.6 gasoline, plus Fords 1.4 TDCi diesel are offered but called 1.4 CDTi by Mazda. (Virtually all the engine parts are interchangeable with the 1.4 diesel version of the Ford Fiesta and Ford Fusion of the same period).

The Mazda2 is sold with a variety of Z-family engines:

Mazda Demio:

  • 1.3 L ZJ-VE I4 91 PS (67 kW; 90 hp) at 6000 rpm, 12.6 kg⋅m (124 N⋅m; 91 lb⋅ft) at 3500 rpm
  • 1.5 L ZY-VE I4 113 PS (83 kW; 111 hp) at 6000 rpm, 14.3 kg⋅m (140 N⋅m; 103 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm

Mazda2:

  • 1.25 L MZI C2 70 PS (51 kW; 69 hp) at 5700 rpm, 110 N⋅m (81 lbf⋅ft) at 3500 rpm
  • 1.4 L MZI C4 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) at 5700 rpm, 124 N⋅m (91 lbf⋅ft) at 3500 rpm
  • 1.6 L MZI C6 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) at 6000 rpm, 146 N⋅m (108 lbf⋅ft) at 4000 rpm
  • 1.4 L MZ-CDTi Diesel 68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp) at 4000 rpm, 160 N⋅m (120 lbf⋅ft) at 2000 rpm

In 2004 Mazda introduced the Verisa in Japan. The Verisa is based on the Demio but targeted further upmarket.

Safety
Euro NCAP test results
Mazda2 (2003)[7]
Test Score Rating
Adult occupant: 25
Child occupant: 25
Pedestrian: 10
  • 2005-2007 Mazda Demio hatchback (Japan)
  • 2005–2007 Mazda2 (DY Series 2) Genki hatchback (Australia)
  • 2005–2007 Mazda2 (DY Series 2) Genki hatchback (Australia)

Third generation (DE; 2007)
Third generation (DE)
Overview
Also calledMazda2
ProductionMay 2007 – July 2014
Assembly
Body and chassis
Body style
PlatformMazda DE platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,490 mm (98.0 in) (2007–2010)
2,492 mm (98 in) (2011–)
Length3,885 mm (153.0 in) (hatchback, 2007–2010)
3,895 mm (153.3 in) (Genki)
3,950 mm (156 in) (2011–, hatchback)
4,270 mm (168.1 in) (sedan)
Width1,695 mm (66.7 in)
Height1,475 mm (58.1 in) (hatchback)
1,480 mm (58.3 in) (sedan)
Curb weight1,038 kg (2,288.4 lb) (hatchback)
1,053 kg (2,321.5 lb) (sedan)

The third generation Demio is built on the new DE platform, which Ford also used for the 2008 Ford Fiesta. It employs lightweight materials and reduces the overall dimensions of the car. This generation dropped the mini MPV high-roof styling adopted by its predecessor, instead opting for a more conventional hatchback look. The lead designer for the third generation was Ikuo Maeda, who was later promoted to Head of Design at Mazda in 2009.[10]

The Mazda2 launched at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show,[11][12] and later at the 2007 Shanghai International Motor Show.[13][14][15] For the Japanese domestic market, sales of the production vehicles began on 5 July 2007 at Mazda, Mazda ɛ̃fini and Autozam dealers.[16]

A three-door variant was released for the European market in 2008. Engine choices include the MZR 1.3-liter and 1.5-liter gasoline, MZ-CD 1.4-liter common-rail turbo diesel. In some EU Member States like the Netherlands, there is the option to buy the gasoline car in bi-fuel LPG version from the factory. This model was unveiled at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show.[17][18]

The North American version of the Mazda2 debuted at the 2009 LA Auto Show,[19] and later at the 2010 Canadian International AutoShow.[20] The Mazda2 became available in July, 2010 with the 1.5-liter, 100 hp four-cylinder and 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.[21] Mazda discontinued the Mazda2 in the United States after the 2014 model year.[22]

The Chinese model of the Mazda2 in five-door hatchback body style launched at the 2007 Guangzhou Motor Show.[23] A Chinese four-door sedan model of the Mazda2 was unveiled at the same event,[24] with sales beginning in January, 2008.[25]

The sedan body style was manufactured in Thailand and China and marketed only in Southeast Asia, Oceania, South America and the Caribbean.

In Australia, the sedan was introduced along with the facelifted hatchback in May 2010, with the sedan version being offered in a single 'Maxx' grade. In February 2011, Mazda Australia had reverted to Japanese sourced production, which led to the discontinuation of the sedan being offered after just 9 months on-sale.

  • Mazda2 3-door (pre-facelift)
  • Mazda2 5-door (pre-facelift)
  • Mazda2 5-door (facelift)
  • Mazda2 5-door (facelift)
  • Mazda2 sedan
  • Interior

Engines
ModelYearsEngine typePower, torque@rpm
Gasoline engines
1.3L (Miller Cycle)2007–1,349 cc (82.3 cu in) I4 (ZJ-VEM)90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp)@6000, 120 N⋅m (89 lb⋅ft)@4000
1.3L MZR (Low Power)2007–1,349 cc (82.3 cu in) I4 (ZJ-VE MZR)75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp)@6000, 121 N⋅m (89 lb⋅ft)@3500
1.3L MZR (ZJ-VE)2007–1,349 cc (82.3 cu in) I4 (ZJ-VE)87 PS (64 kW; 86 hp)@6000, 124 N⋅m (91 lb⋅ft)@3500
1.3L MZR2007–1,349 cc (82.3 cu in) I4 (ZJ-VE MZR)86 PS (63 kW; 85 hp)@6000, 122 N⋅m (90 lb⋅ft)@3500
1.5L MZR (ZY-VE)2007–1,498 cc (91.4 cu in) I4 (ZY-VE)103 PS (76 kW; 102 hp)@6000, 140 N⋅m (103 lb⋅ft)@4000
1.5L MZR2007–1,498 cc (91.4 cu in) I4 (ZY-VE MZR)102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp)@6000, 137 N⋅m (101 lb⋅ft)@4500
Diesel engines
1.4L MZ-CD2007–1,399 cc (85.4 cu in) I4 turbo (Y4)68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp)@4000, 160 N⋅m (118 lb⋅ft)@2000
1.6L MZ-CD2009–1,560 cc (95.2 cu in) I4 turbo (Y6)90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp)@4000, 212 N⋅m (156 lb⋅ft)@1750

Transmissions

Transmission choices include a five speed manual, a four speed automatic, a CVT (only available in Japan and Hong Kong) or a CVT with a sport mode featuring seven simulated ratios and paddle shifters (only available in Japan).[26][27][28]

Equipment

A digital fuel gauge is a standard feature and stability control is available, except in Australia, where it is standard. There are three trim levels available for the new Mazda2 range: the Neo base model with air-conditioning and 15-inch steel wheels and the range-topping Genki model with side airbags, 16-inch alloy wheels and a sports body kit.[29]

Safety

The Mazda2 received a "Good" rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in frontal crashes, "Acceptable" for side crashes, "Good" for roof strength, and "Acceptable" for rear crash protection.[30]

Euro NCAP test results
Mazda2 (2007)[31]
Test Score Rating
Adult occupant: 34
Child occupant: 37
Pedestrian: 18

Production

The vehicles were built in Ujina Plant No.1 (U1) in Hiroshima, with additional Mazda2 began at the Ujina Plant No.2 (U2) in June 2007.[32] Additional vehicles were built in Hofu, Japan.[33]

Chinese models were built in Changan Ford Mazda Automobile's Nanjing plant at the end of October 2007.[34]

Asia-Pacific region models were produced by AutoAlliance Thailand Co., Ltd. beginning in 2009.[35][36] Mazda2 local assembly in Vietnam began in October 2011 at the Nui Thanh, Quang Nam plant owned by Vina Mazda Automobile Manufacturing Co., Ltd.[37][38]

Sales

A month after sales of Japanese models began 15,000 units were sold, with the top 3 selling models featuring Sunlight Silver Metallic, Metropolitan Grey Mica and Icy Blue Metallic body colors, and Spirited Green Metallic body among the top 5.[39]

Production in Japan reached 100,000 units at the end of January 2008.[40][41]

In August 2010, it is reported that 400,000 units has been sold in Europe, Australia and Japan.[42]

Calendar Year U.S.[43] Europe[44] Japan China[45]
2008 72,638 13,692
2009 75,425 22,634
2010 3,021 52,838 65,949[46] 21,680
2011 13,952 38,251 61,736[47] 8,981
2012 19,315 30,023 57,820[48] 3,049
2013 11,757 23,604 43,573[49] 1,345
2014 996

Japanese models

Updated models include premium seat upholstery, black meter panel, silver instrument panel garnish, expanded exterior body colors including Burgundy Red Mica, standard trip computer. The 15C (with CVT), 13C-V and 13C (with a four-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission) models include Mazda's eco-lamp. Sport, 15C, 13C-V and 13C (with e-4WD) model grades include new three-point seatbelt and headrest on the second-row center seat as standard equipment. SPORT model includes 16-inch alloy wheels.

The 13-SkyActiv model includes the first SkyActiv engine, a 1.3-liter with 83 hp (62 kW) and 83 lb·ft (113 N·m) of torque, intelligent-Drive Master (i-DM), CVT transmission, 14-inch alloy wheels, Aquatic Blue Mica exterior body color option, dynamic stability control with brake assist, traction control.

Preorders of the new model began on 9 June 2011,[50][51] while sales of the new model began on 30 June 2011.[52][53]

The Demio 13-SkyActiv was nominated for Car of The Year Japan in 2012.[54]

2011 SEMA concepts (2011)

The Turbo2 is a concept car based on the Demio. It features a MAZDASPEED3 MZR 2.3-liter Direct Injection Spark Ignition (DISI) turbo engine, H&R coil-over suspension kit, Corksport sway bars and customized Brembo front brakes with 13-inch ventilated and slotted rotors, gloss black 17-inch OZ Racing wheels with Yokohama ADVAN Neova 215/40R17 performance tires, Sonic White tri-coat body colour with Brilliant Black on the lower panels, wheel arches, side skirts and lower front fascia; bright green and neon yellow graphics and trim pieces; Katzin black leather seats featuring Barracuda Yellow perforated leather inserts and Sunrise Yellow seat piping, Star West floor mats, AiM Pista MXL digital racing performance and data acquisition display.

The 3dCarbon Mazda2 includes a 3dCarbon/Air Design body kit manufactured in high-pressure polyurethane injection molding (a front air dam, side skirts, a rear lower diffuser and Mazda2 Touring-spec upper rear spoiler), Spirited Green Metallic body-color with vinyl graphic design by Sticky Fingers Design, darkly tinted windows, 3M Color Stable Metal-Free Window Film on the side and rear windows, front windshield with 3M Crystalline Nanofilm, Eibach Springs Pro-Kit and 18-inch FIVE:AD S6:F Gunmetal wheels with Yokohama S.drive 215/35R18 tires.

The vehicles were unveiled at the 2011 SEMA Show.[55]

Demio EV (2012–)

The Demio EV is a limited (100 leased units) production electric vehicle for the Japanese market. It includes a 346-Volt 20kWh lithium-ion battery with 200 km (124 mi) driving range. Leasing began in October 2012.[56][57] 70% of Mazda2 BEV owners said they weren't happy with the 124-mile range of their electric car, even though they never needed more.[58]

Prototype Range Extender for EV (2013)

The range extender test car was a version of the Mazda2 prototype electric car with a 0.33-liter rotary engine, lithium-ion batteries, 75 kW electric motor driving front wheels and 10-liter fuel tank.[58] This would double the range of the Demio EV, meeting Japanese requirements that the fuel tank and engine not provide more range than the electric motor. The 1,280 kg (2,820 lb) car would have a 200 kg (440 lb), 20 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, powering a 75 kW (102 PS; 101 hp) / 150 N⋅m (15 kg⋅m; 110 lb⋅ft) electric motor. The prototype range extender incorporates a 28 kW (38 PS; 38 hp) rotary engine generator, a lightweight 100 kg (220 lb) downsized single-rotor Wankel engine with 330 cc (20 cu in) displacement mounted on its side in the rear of the car. A 10 L (2.2 imp gal; 2.6 US gal) fuel tank that can be filled with gasoline, butane, or propane was claimed to almost double the EV range to 380 kilometres (236.1 mi).[59]

Fourth generation (DJ; 2014)
Fourth generation (DJ)
Overview
Also called
  • Mazda2 Demio (Israel, sedan)[60]
  • Scion iA (US, 2016)
  • Toyota Yaris (Canada, 2016–2020; US, 2019–2020)
  • Toyota Yaris R (Mexico, 2016–2020)
  • Toyota Yaris iA (US, 2017–2018)
Production2014–present
Assembly
DesignerIkuo Maeda
Body and chassis
Body style
PlatformMazda DJ platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,570 mm (101.2 in)
Length4,060 mm (159.8 in) (hatchback)
4,320 mm (170.1 in) (sedan)
Width1,695 mm (66.7 in)
Height1,495 mm (58.9 in) (hatchback)
1,470 mm (57.9 in) (sedan)
Curb weight1,025 kg (2,259.7 lb) (hatchback)
1,045 kg (2,303.8 lb) (sedan)
1,280 kg (2,821.9 lb) (EV hatchback)
Chronology
PredecessorScion xD (for Scion iA, North America)
Hatchback
Sedan
Interior (RHD)
Mazda2 (facelift)

Reports of a new generation of the Mazda Demio emerged in 2013[62] for a 2014 launch, with some manufacturing at the new Mazda plant in Mexico.[61][63] The Mazda Hazumi Concept model (designed to preview the future Mazda2 models) was unveiled at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show[64] and in April 2014 the development mule of the new generation Demio was undergoing testing in Germany, covered in camouflage.[65][66][67]

In July 2014, Mazda presented photos of the fourth generation Demio hatchback,[68] and production began at Mazda's Hōfu plant.[69] Sales in Japan began in September 2014. The sedan version debuted at the Thailand International Motor Expo in November 2014.[70][71]

The fourth generation is based on a variation of Mazda's CX-5 platform, rather than the DE platform used on the Ford Fiesta[72] and features greater length, wider front and rear tracks, decreased interior room for rear-seat occupants and less front head and legroom.[73]

In 2014, the Mazda de México Vehicle Operation (MMVO) factory in Salamanca, Guanajuato began production of the Mazda2 for various North and South American markets.[74]

In October 2014, the Demio was awarded the 2014–2015 "Car of the Year" by the Japan Car of the Year Committee.[2]

Despite the Mazda2 being produced in North America, at the new Mexico plant, Mazda announced that it would not sell the vehicle in Canada or the United States (except in Puerto Rico). Instead, the Mazda2 would be sold by Toyota Motor North America in those markets between 2016 and 2020 (see section below).[75][76]

The Demio nameplate was discontinued in all remaining markets in September 2019, and replaced by the Mazda2 moniker worldwide.[77]

The fourth-generation received a facelift for the 2020 model year with various exterior changes, interior trim changes, revised suspension tuning to improve ride quality, improvements to the engine deceleration energy recovery system, adaptive headlights, and standard G-Vectoring Control Plus.[77] With Toyota discontinuing its marketing of the Mazda2, the vehicle finally went on sale in Mexico, where it is produced. The facelift model went on sale in Mexico in October 2019 for the 2020 model year. It comes in three versions: i, i Touring, and i Grand Touring with automatic transmission.[78]

According to reports by British car magazine Autocar, a Yaris-based Mazda2 model will replace the DJ model by 2022–2023.[79]

Engines and transmission

The Mazda2 uses Mazda's SkyActiv-Drive six-speed automatic and SkyActiv-MT five- and six-speed manual gearboxes[80] as well as stop-start technology ("i-STOP" turns the engine off when the car is stationary) and a brake energy regeneration system ("i-ELOOP" uses braking to charge a capacitor for all car electronics, in place of an alternator charging a battery).[80]

The Mazda2 is initially offered with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine and a 1.5-liter diesel engine—the SkyActiv-D, 1.5-liter diesel engine debuted at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show.[64] The gasoline engine will be available with 74 bhp, 89 bhp or 113 bhp, while the diesel will produce 104 bhp.

ModelYearsEngine typePower, torque@rpm
Gasoline engines
1.3L Skyactiv-G2014–1,298 cc (79.2 cu in) I4 (P3-VPS)93 PS (68 kW; 92 hp)@5800, 123 N⋅m (91 lb⋅ft)@4000
1.5L Skyactiv-G2014–1,496 cc (91.3 cu in) I4 (P5-VPS)115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp)@6000, 148 N⋅m (109 lb⋅ft)@4000
Diesel engines
1.5L Skyactiv-D2014–1,499 cc (91.5 cu in) I4 turbo (S5-DPTS)105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp)@4000, 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft)@1500–2000
Hybrid engines
1.5L Skyactiv-G2014–1,499 cc (91.5 cu in) I4 Hybrid (Hybrid F-P5)110 PS (81 kW; 108 hp)@6000, 141 N⋅m (104 lb⋅ft)@4000

Scion iA and Toyota Yaris (North America)
2016 Scion iA sedan (United States)
2017 Toyota Yaris iA sedan (United States)
2020 Toyota Yaris XLE hatchback (United States)

While the Mazda2 is produced in North America at Mazda's plant in Mexico, the company neither sell the vehicle in Canada nor the United States (except in Puerto Rico). Instead, the Mazda2 would be sold by Toyota Motor North America in those markets between 2016 and 2020.[75][76]

In Canada, the vehicle was sold as the Yaris Sedan across all model years.[81] Mazda initially announced at the 2015 Montreal International Auto Show that it would offer the Mazda2 in the market, but canceled the rollout on 16 November 2015, and shifted the rollout to Toyota.

In Mexico, the vehicle was sold as the Yaris R, alongside the more austere and lower-priced Yaris Sedán (a variant of the Vios and later the Yaris ATIV). The Yaris R sold in three versions.[82]

In the United States, the sedan was sold under several names. In the initial 2016 model year, it was marketed under Toyota's youth-oriented Scion brand as the Scion iA, where it was the only 4-door sedan and only model not to be built in Japan to be marketed under the brand. After discontinuing the Scion brand, the car was rebranded as the Yaris iA for the 2017 and 2018 model years.[83] For the 2019 and 2020 model years, the sedan was rebranded again as the Yaris Sedan.[84]

When first introduced, like all Scion vehicle, the iA only had one trim level (single-spec) and only offered buyers a choice of exterior color and a choice between 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmissions.[85] For the 2019 and 2020 model years (as it was rebranded as the Yaris Sedan in the US) the sedan received a minor facelift and introduced L, LE and XLE trim levels with a variety of interior and exterior options.[86]

The hatchback variant of the Mazda2 was not initially sold by Toyota, which instead offered a Yaris Liftback based on the Toyota Vitz (XP130). When the Vitz was discontinued, Toyota announced at the 2019 New York International Auto Show that a model called Yaris Hatchback, based on the Mazda2, would go on sale in 2019 for the 2020 model year.[87][88]

Exports of both the Yaris Sedan and Hatchback to the United States were stopped in June 2020 due to new regulations and slow sales.[89] In July, Toyota Canada also confirmed the cancellation in the Canadian market.[90] It was also discontinued in Mexico on August 27, 2020, leaving only the Thai-imported XP150 series Yaris and Yaris Sedán as its indirect replacements.[91]

Safety
Euro NCAP test results
Mazda2 (2015)
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 32.8 86%
Child occupant: 38.5 78%
Pedestrian: 30.3 84%
Safety assist: 8.3 64%

Sales
Calendar Year U.S. (as Scion iA/Yaris iA)[92] Europe[44] Japan Australia Thailand
2014 24,289 48,564[93] 13,424 6,801[94]
2015 7,605 35,478 72,771[95] 14,511 19,091[96]
2016 27,982 36,463 57,320[97] 13,639 23,223[98]
2017 35,727 31,703 49,302[99] 12,101 31,760[100]
2018 25,115 32,246 48,182[101] 9,542 45,972[102]
2019 21,916 37,346 8,198[103] 41,987

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