Mazda 2 2022 review: Pure SP - Good enough to match Kia Rio
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The Mazda2 has been around a while, but successive updates have helped it stay in touch with its compact urban competitors, and keep its head above water as the SUV wave continues to swamp the Aussie new car market. Does the recently introduced Pure SP grade put more air in this long time favourite's Floaties?
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