Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 MAZDA2.
The 2020 Mazda MAZDA2 is configured with an Automatic (S6) transmission and an EPA-rated fuel economy of 32 city, 40 highway, and 35 combined mpg. This model year falls within a recorded complaint history spanning from 2012 to 2021. This period is anchored by a high of 13 complaints in 2013 and a low of 9 complaints in 2012, placing the 2020 model within a narrow range of historical complaints.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 32 / 40 / 35 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the MAZDA2 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Touring Hatchback 1.5L I-4 | 8.80 sec | 16.70 sec | 100 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | Touring Hatchback 1.5L I-4 | 8.50 sec | 16.50 sec | 100 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | Touring Hatchback 1.5L I-4 | 8.80 sec | 16.80 sec | 100 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | Touring Hatchback 1.5L I-4 | 9.00 sec | 16.80 sec | 100 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | Touring Hatchback 1.5L I-4 | 9.10 sec | 16.90 sec | 100 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | Touring Hatchback 1.5L I-4 | 9.20 sec | 17.00 sec | 100 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | Touring Hatchback 1.5L I-4 | 9.40 sec | 17.20 sec | 100 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | Touring Hatchback 1.5L I-4 | 10.20 sec | 17.90 sec | 100 hp | FWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and… Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4…
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Mazda2 vehicles. The headlights are missing adjustment prevention caps, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these… Remedy: Dealers will install the missing adjustment prevention caps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2022. Owners in Puerto Rico may contact Mazda…
Showing 5 of 67 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| SA-041-26 | 2026-06-18 | Electrical System | This SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted in… |
| SA-026-26 | 2026-04-16 | Engine | This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued M-Tip(s) listed below. The changes… |
| SA-061-25 | 2025-12-17 | Electrical System | If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start… |
| CSP13d Dealer Ltr | 2025-07-14 | Unknown Or Other | CSP13 - CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM - MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM LIMITED WARRANTY… |
| SA-031-25 | 2025-06-17 | Unknown Or Other | Some customers may report an odor or water in the HVAC system and upon inspection, the… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.
Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 32 city / 40 highway / 35 combined mpg.