Notably, the front-wheel drive hatchback shares the same vehicle platform as the 2011 Ford Fiesta that also made its premiere at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show.
In the U.S., the new Mazda supermini will be offered with a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine.
The Mazda2 will be positioned below the Mazda3 and its competition will include the Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris, Chevy Aveo and of course, the Fiesta.
It will launch into the North American market in late summer, 2010, with more details and pricing to be released at a later date.