Monthly insurance costs for the updated Mazda 2 in South Africa

Motorists who want to pick up the updated Mazda 2 in South Africa will need to spend at least R1,500 on insurance, according to research done by TopAuto.

The Japanese automaker recently revamped its long-running hatchback, simplifying the line-up to four models with prices starting at R307,100 for the base Active, up to R398,700 for the range-topping Individual.

All four units share the same 1.5-litre petrol plant, which generates a total of 85kW and 148Nm, and buyers have a choice of either a six-speed manual or automatic gearbox, leading to a fuel consumption of 5.7l or 6.0l/100km, respectively.

Equipment included across the range comprises Bluetooth, four speakers, keyless entry and start, manual air conditioning, cloth seats, a multifunction steering wheel, two airbags, and 15-inch steel wheels.

Those who choose to upscale to the pricier models can then expect items like 16-inch alloys, a two-tone roof, auto-folding side mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, cruise control, a leather steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, leather upholstery, a reverse camera, rear parking sensors, a wireless charger, automatic headlights, a heads-up display, paddle shifters, a 7-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and four more speakers.

Insurance costs

We used Hippo’s car insurance quote tool to find out what the monthly insurance premiums on the new Mazda would be.

The calculations were based on an individual living in a metropolitan area like Johannesburg with no claims history who would be able to store their car in a locked garage at night.

Below, you’ll find the nine insurance quotes for the Mazda’s lowest and highest trim levels, as provided by Hippo:

Note that car insurance is heavily dependent on factors like your age, location, and claims history, meaning your premiums could be higher or lower than this depending on your circumstances.

Hippo also detailed the excess for each insurer, which are as follows:

An excess is the amount that you are required to pay as a client when you are involved in a car accident and make a claim to your insurer.