To celebrate the arrival of spring, Mazda has introduced a special edition of its best-selling model in the UK – the Mazda2 ‘Venture Edition’, priced from £12,995.

The new Mazda2 Venture Edition is based on the five-door hatchback Tamura model with advanced technology and a premium cabin ambience. It features several additional items of equipment and a choice of six special exterior colours, including two unique to this version, Dolphin Grey and Burgundy Red.

Inside, there is a Sanyo TomTom navigation system with a 5.8-inch touch screen, integrated Bluetooth® hands-free kit, climate control air-conditioning and electric rear windows.

“The availability of the new Mazda2 Venture Edition, with its unique combination of advanced technology, sports styling, a premium interior and great added value, will attract new consumers to our brand,” comments Peter Allibon, sales director, Mazda UK. “In its latest form, Mazda2 combines superior ride comfort, superb handling and quality with the stylish, spirited and fun-to-drive attributes for which Mazda is renowned. No surprise that it is the best-selling model in our range.”

The Mazda2 Venture Edition, which is powered by an 84ps, 1.3-litre MZR petrol engine, accelerates to 62mph in 13.6 seconds, returns 56.5mpg (combined cycle) and has a CO2 emission rating of just 115g/km. This model also qualifies for zero road tax (first year rate).