2016 Mazda Mazda2 Shows Sedan Body Style in Thailand

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The zoom-zoom brand continues to tease U.S. customers with its newest subcompact, introducing the 2016 Mazda Mazda2 sedan recently at the Thailand International Motor Show. Now, as is the case with the car's globally available all-wheel-drive setup and diesel engine, the sedan body style has yet to be confirmed for this country. However, it would provide an important benefit for shoppers, as many of the segment rivals for the 2016 Mazda Mazda2 already sell both body styles. (See the Nissan Versa, Chevy Sonic, Ford Fiesta, Kia Rio and Hyundai Accent, for example.) 

But what has been confirmed for the U.S.-spec 2016 Mazda Mazda2 is that the car will showcase SKYACTIV technologies and "Soul of Motion" design cues, as well as top connectivity and safety features, while bringing with it a strong track record of international success. Consider: The Demio—as it’s known in Japanearned that country's Car of the Year honor upon its introduction, and now, just ahead of its European debut, it has captured a Golden Steering Wheel in Germany. Presented jointly by the Bild am Sonntag newspaper (boasting the largest Sunday circulation in Germany) and Auto Bild, billed as "the world's largest car magazine," the Golden Steering Wheel is one of the most coveted automotive recognitions in Europe.

Said Takahisa Sori, managing executive officer of Mazda: "It's a great honor to receive this outstanding award for the all-new Mazda2 even before it arrives on the European market. It's wonderful to see that the key features that define Mazda vehicles, such as exceptional design, the fun-to-drive factor, and excellent environmental performance, are being recognized in Germany as well."

The 2016 Mazda Mazda2 will likely make its U.S. debut during January's North American International Auto Show in Detroit, then go on sale here some time later in 2015.