Bay Shore, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/27/2012 -- Customers at Bright Bay Mazda on Long Island will enjoy the fun-to-drive 2012 Mazda2. The subcompact sedan is packed with performance and fuel efficiency to please all drivers on the road.

The 2012 Mazda2 delivers solid performance with its 1.5-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine that produces 100 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque.

Two transmissions are available, including the five-speed manual transmission for a sporty ride and the electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission for better performance going up and down hills. The Mazda2 has a great turning radius making it easy to change directions with its Electronic Power Assist Steering.

Along with performance, the 2012 Mazda2 delivers exceptional fuel economy. With the manual transmission, the Mazda2 achieves up to 35 MPG on the highway. With the automatic transmission, the Mazda2 achieves up to 34 MPG on the highway. Contributing to this fuel efficiency is the aerodynamic exterior curves and smooth lines which decrease drag.

For more information about the 2012 Mazda2 or other great Mazda vehicles, please visit Bright Bay Mazda on Long Island. Their friendly staff will be happy to answer any questions customers may have and can set them up with a test drive. Visit Bright Bay Mazda online at http://www.brightbaymazda.com/.

About Bright Bay Mazda
Bright Bay Mazda is proud to serve the Long Island, NY area. Carrying a full line of new and used Mazda cars, Bright Bay Mazda offers the ultimate selection when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. The knowledgeable and award-winning service department is ready to assist with all repairs and maintenance needs. The parts department offers the latest and best variety of Mazda parts and accessories. Bright Bay Mazda strives for 100 percent customer satisfaction for each visit.