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MAZDA Demio : The 2008 Mazda Demio. Quick test drive.

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The 2008 Mazda Demio. Quick test drive.

Tags: MAZDA, DEMIO, URBAN, CITY, COMPACT, 4 DOORS
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The 2008 Mazda Demio. Quick test drive.
History
The Demio was born in Japan in 1996. This 5 doors compact car is sold in Asia and Europe under various designations such as Mazda 121, Mazda Metro, Mazda 2 and Mazda Demio.

Specifications:
- 5 doors compact car
- FF: Front engine, Front wheel drive
- 1.3 liter (90HP) and 1.5 litre(110HP) engines


Mazda - Demio/Mazda2, HDTV
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Mazda - Demio/Mazda2, HDTV
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Mazda - Demio/Mazda2, HDTV
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Design
The style is completely new but recognizable, the designers decided, as one could expect, to give it a similar look to some of the others models from the manufacturer. This dynamic look hides an all-new chassis which increases the drivability.

Interior
The version we have been given to test drive had limited options but we could already enjoy a wider interior space and a new style for the dashboard. Depending on the version, you can enjoy an audio installation with AUX in, good for those who never leave without their digital audio player. The seats are comfortable and the driving position very easy to find.

Downtown
Thanks to a new chassis and a couple new engines, this Demio feels at ease in the city, its main playground. With a turning radius of over 4.7m, the little Mazda can be parked without any problem.
If you want to use it on the freeways/highways, we recommend the 1.5 liter version.

Plus:
Looks
Gas consumption
Habitability
Comfort
Price (Japan)

Minus:
The 1.3L engine lacks "punch"
The interior deserves plastics of a better quality

Conclusion:
With a new, sleek design and this flashy "green apple" body color, the 2008 Mazda Demio is eye catching and feels at home in any city. The excellent habitability and drivability make it a daily driver that you will love to use but, unless you don't plan on crossing the city limits, make sure you go for the 1.5 liter engine, good for more power and torque.
Most probably a new Zoom Zoom best seller!

Posted on 21/09/07 By G-A.G

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Posted on Sun Sep 23, 11:35 by nihauh, artist, Sydney, Australia
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Saw one here just the other day and it looks totally fantastic for a small compact hatch.
Really eye-catching and the one I saw was even in a dull grey colour, what more if it was this same green as on this page...
I want one, and I also want the new Mazda 6 and the Mazda CX7 and the Miata MX5...
Mazda seems to be doing everything right for their customers these days, and Good on Them!



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Posted on Tue Sep 25, 11:21 by Quattro, Real estate, Belgium
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Great new video, great new style!



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Posted on Sat Sep 29, 03:06 by satek, Student, Australia
Home Page: http://sfalconer.com
Really nice work on the video and editing. It's fantastic and looks very professional. The contrast and use of minimal graphics was great. Keep it up!



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Posted on Mon Oct 01, 07:57 by amstrad, Graphic Designer, 4x4 off-roader, Athens, Greece
Home Page: http://www.videomag.gr
Great video! Keep it up Nihoncar! I visit you almost every day and it gets better and better!
Greetings from Athens, Greece, E.U.!



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Posted on Sat Jan 26, 05:12 by ed
Home Page: http://www.dpccars.com/
That's a nice and simple interior, very clean.



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Posted on Mon Apr 28, 07:02 by Tiresguy, Tire sales, California
Home Page: http://www.discountpartcenter.com/
With gas prices sky high, we need cars like this in the United States.



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Posted on Tue Jul 29, 04:18 by Ed, regular guy, portland, or
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Re: Mazda Demio - That video for the demio took 20 minutes to download (I have DSL), and played jerkingly, and the editing made it hard to see what the car really looked like. Get your money back.

But! What's the fuel economy for the 1.5 L, and when can I get one? What's the 0-60 time for both engines? It really irks me we can't get the cars they sell in Europe, when Detroit says they need 10 years to make a decent mileage car.

Thanks



 
 
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