Mazda 2 GSX versus Mazda 2 Limited

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#2874944 25-Feb-2022 15:53

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Anyone know how much Mazda charge for ORC. It seems to differ by quite a margin between the different car manufacturers.

I got the answer to my own question. I messaged Christchurch Mazda, and they got back to me with this:-

"On road costs are $950. This includes 12 months registration, tank of fuel, carpet mats, pre delivery service and wof and a full groom."

That seems about right, but then again I got the carpet, registration, pre delivery and full tank of fuel thrown in as part of my negotiation.

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#2874945 25-Feb-2022 15:58

Are you able to negotiate deal at all?

I know that times have changed since I got my car but I did manage to get about 12% off the price.

My mate wasn't able to negotiate anything when he bought recently.

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#2874973 25-Feb-2022 16:53

2K for all that is a bargain. I'd definitely go for it.

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#2874975 25-Feb-2022 16:55

Go for the Limited - the headlights will also be a big improvement on what GLX has

I have an older GLX 2 and first thing I did buy new bulbs for the headlight - but they are still well behind what Limited has

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#2874980 25-Feb-2022 17:04

Movieman:

I'm looking at upgrading my 2017 Mazda 2 GSX to a 2022 Model. For an extra $2000 I can get the Limited Edition.

What I get for my money is:-

Mazda Radar Cruise Control

Active Driving Display

Leather Seat Trim

Auto Dimming Interior Rearview Mirror

Digital Speedometer With Analogue Tachometer

Adaptive LED Headlamps

Smart Brake Support

Traffic Sign Recognition

Smart City Brake Support

Driver Attention Alert

Are these just gimmicks? or is it worth the extra $2000? Should I Stay With The GSX Model

My wife has the 2019 Mazda 2 LTD. The only thing on your list that she doesn't have is Mazda Radar Cruise Control. She just has normal cruise control. The headsup display (Active Driving Display) is worth the extra money.

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#2874990 25-Feb-2022 17:40

turtleattacks:

Are you able to negotiate deal at all?

I know that times have changed since I got my car but I did manage to get about 12% off the price.

My mate wasn't able to negotiate anything when he bought recently.

It's a sellers market. When there are long waiting lists then there's no incentive for discounting.

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#2875188 26-Feb-2022 09:04

turtleattacks:

Are you able to negotiate deal at all?

I know that times have changed since I got my car but I did manage to get about 12% off the price.

My mate wasn't able to negotiate anything when he bought recently.

I did negotiate about 6% off when I bought my 2017 Mazda 2, plus they didn’t charge me extra for the Soul Red finish. also got a couple of things thrown in.

I have stressed to the dealer that he will have to make his absolute best offer on my trade in, as haggling is a PITA.

I have a bottom line in mind, so I may end up keeping the car I have for a few more years. It only has 17000 Kms on the clock. Gonna go in today.

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#2875228 26-Feb-2022 10:42

Just back from the Mazda dealer. They made me a great offer for my car. Way higher than my bottom line. So it’s a 2022 build Mazda 2 Limited for me (and wifey). Happy days 😁

Thanks to everyone on this thread for your invaluable advice and comments. Cheers

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#2875231 26-Feb-2022 10:45

Movieman:

Just back from the Mazda dealer. They made me a great offer for my car. Way higher than my bottom line. So it’s a 2022 build Mazda 2 Limited for me (and wifey). Happy days 😁

Thanks to everyone on this thread for your invaluable advice and comments. Cheers

I think second hand car market now is hot hot hot. Congrats on the new car!

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#2875261 26-Feb-2022 12:41

Got the new car locked in. Snowflake White Pearl Mica is the colour that we decided on. Looks really swish.

Now we have a 3 to 4 week wait 🙁

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#2875279 26-Feb-2022 13:34

Congratulations! I am quite a big Mazda fan, so you have made a great choice.

A four week wait is pretty good considering the current supply chain problems. My mother waited eight months for her new Yaris!

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#2875282 26-Feb-2022 14:01

alasta:

Congratulations! I am quite a big Mazda fan, so you have made a great choice.

A four week wait is pretty good considering the current supply chain problems. My mother waited eight months for her new Yaris!

I actually looked at getting a Yaris earlier this week. I wanted the Hybrid model, and they told me that there is a 16 month wait at least. I think that I made the right decision with the Mazda 2 though.

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#2875287 26-Feb-2022 14:07

Probably the last patrol car you buy before going all EV. Enjoy!

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#2876119 28-Feb-2022 10:19

Commenting on the features I'm familiar with: -

Mazda Radar Cruise Control - yes, very convenient, especially for motorway driving or congested highway driving
Leather Seat Trim - personal pref, but always worth having IMO
Auto Dimming Interior Rearview Mirror - handy feature
Digital Speedometer With Analogue Tachometer - easy to read. The HUD is even better f that's an option
Traffic Sign Recognition - great for speed zone awareness, because system speed zone info isn't always accurate.

Smart braking systems, other than stability control type systems, are not get IME. My (admittedly limited) experience of automatic braking systems, is that they misinterpret some reasonably common situations. For example interpreting steep bridges as objects and braking; or braking when sensing an oncoming vehicle in the oncoming a tight corner.

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#3522885 26-Aug-2026 15:22

Well, four and a half years later and my wife and I have purchased another new 2026 Mazda 2 Limited. I am so glad that I listened to other members comments when I upgraded to the "Limited" model in 2022.

The extras included with the Limited model far exceed the $2000 premium that we had to pay. I couldn't go without the HUD now; it's so useful for keeping an eye on the speed limit which the road sign camera keeps up to date. Radar (adaptive) cruise control is excellent when doing our frequent trips to Ashburton and the leather seating is a nice touch. The new one has now been given red highlights on the seats which will go well with our selected colour of Soul Red. It irks me to have to pay an extra $700 for the Soul Red colour, but I did manage to negotiate a $200 price reduction.

After a final price was negotiated, I got talked into buying a GardX body and interior protection bundle. It's not something that I have considered before, but it looks like a good investment for our new Mazda. Anyone else had GardX or Dura-Seal applied to their cars?

We did look at other options such as the Suzuki Swift, Honda Jazz and Toyota Yaris, but the 5-Year scheduled servicing along with the 5-Year unlimited kilometres warranty and 5-Year roadside assist swung it back to the Mazda. I'm a bit old fashioned and prefer a petrol car, although the self charging hybrids look like an excellent option for any future purchases.

So, we just have to wait until September 21st before picking it up. With absolutely no problems over the last ten years of Mazda 2 ownership, and great after sales support, it was really a no brainer.

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