Not in Australia, at least for now. Mazda says the next-generation CX-3 will replace the Mazda 2 as its entry-level model in Japan and South-East Asia from 2027. Mazda Australia says the Mazda 2 will continue to be sold here “well into the future”.
What Mazda has said
Mazda’s Integrated Report 2026 says it plans to introduce the next-generation CX-3, built in Thailand, to the Japanese and ASEAN markets in 2027, describing it as a new entry-level model replacing the Mazda 2.
Mazda Australia’s response was: “We can’t comment on future product plans, but we can confirm that Mazda 2 will continue to be sold in Australia well into the future.”
What it means for Australian buyers
Model | Australian status |
|---|---|
Mazda 2 hatch and sedan | On sale; Mazda Australia says it will continue |
Current CX-3 | On sale, built in Thailand |
Next-generation CX-3 | Due in Japan and ASEAN in 2027; Australian timing not announced |
Mazda Australia has not confirmed when the new CX-3 will arrive here or whether it will eventually replace the 2 locally. Both current cars are built in Thailand and share their platform and engines, which makes a future overlap or replacement plausible, but neither has been announced.
Why the Mazda 2 is under pressure
The current Mazda 2 has been sold here since 2014. Light cars now make up a small share of new-car sales, while small SUVs such as the Mazda CX-3 sell in larger numbers.
Should you buy a Mazda 2 now?
There is no announced end date, so parts, servicing and warranty support are not a concern.
If you want the latest technology, wait to see what the new CX-3 brings and when Mazda Australia confirms it.
For a higher seating position now, compare the CX-3 and the rest of the Mazda SUV range.
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