2016 Mazda 2
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,000–2,100 | 1,750–1,850 | 1,800–1,850 | 1,800–1,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 30–31 | 34–36 | 34–35 | 34–35 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 28–29 / 33–34 | 31–33 / 40–41 | 30–32 / 39–40 | 30–32 / 39–40 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 286–296 | 245–257 | 252–259 | 252–264 | |
| Complaints filed | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Mazda 2 have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Mazda 2 get?
EPA rates it 34–36 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Mazda 2?
EPA estimates $1,750–$1,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 31 mpg (low) | 40 mpg (low) | 34 mpg (low) | $1,850 (high) | 257 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 33 mpg (high) | 41 mpg (high) | 36 mpg (high) | $1,750 (low) | 245 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.