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javaman78 writes:
2012 Mazda MAZDA5 Sport Review
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Pros

Holds 6 people in comfort without being as big as a full size minivan. Minivan-like sliding doors. Good MPG. Handles like a small car and is fun to drive.

Cons

I don't have two of these so I have to share with my wife...while the big minivan sits in the driveway awaiting the looser. Cargo room is poor since we fill up five of the six seats, but that is the price you pay for being able to haul a family of five in fun to drive vehicle that is more roomy than a sedan.

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Mazda5...wish I Had Two Of Them. — The Mazda5 is fun to drive, responsive and looks good. It hauls the five of us with comfort. It's is perfect for everyday running. Sport model comes with decent options. Sound system is good. I average 20-22 mpg with my stop and go city driving only commute. Climate control works well. Had windows tinted (after market) like a real minivan and that made a big difference inside and out. Love the sliding doors. Fits in the garage with room to spare. The only bad thing is that all 5 of us can not go shopping for groceries or go on a road trip requiring luggage. There simply is no cargo space when all the seats are up. That is why there is still a gas guzzling traditional minivan sitting in my drive way. I wish I could have two of these Mazda5's. My wife loves it and she typically doesn't "love" cars. So we have to share this fun to drive family hauler. If I could I would get another one but with manual transmission for me.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Gas Mileage (highway) 28 33 27
Horsepower 157 148 248
Crash Test Rating 5 5
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 11.8 38.4
Front Leg Room (inches) 40.7 42.0 40.9

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2010 Mazda MAZDA5 Reviews

Rent It First To Get My Jist.. ;) By Kristina

I personally love this vehicle. The performance is amazing considering it's a minivan. I thought it was a hatchback at first. I wasn't sure about it when renting it at first, but after getting used ... Read More

Great Value By BerkshireBound

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2009 Mazda MAZDA5 Reviews

Decent Small Family Car By TomChristopher

good interior room for such a small car, I bought it because I have three kids and really wanted a manual transmission. Gas mileage is great and handling is excellent. Their Zoom-zoom thing is really ... Read More

Efficient In All Aspects By icecreamapplepie

I have been impressed with this car since I purchased it. I purchased for my mom who needed a more accessible car. The seats are at the perfect height, the doors are light enough for her to manage. ... Read More

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2008 Mazda MAZDA5 Reviews

Has A Very Targeted Audience, Fits Our Needs Well By Nischal

Nanny car, Economy car in a van body, serves the purpose for an around the town car, but no more. day glo color keeps it visible and safe with the kids, handles really great actually, cant can't reall... Read More

Minvan Style Vehicle, Drives Like A Car. By Curtis

Interior room is pretty good. Its a minivan that drives like a car. Easy to park. Fuel mileage is good, wish it could hold more fuel. Wife loves the car. The cargo room is not so good, but can ... Read More

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2007 Mazda MAZDA5 Reviews

Great Family Of Four Vehicle For Occasional Through Kids In 3rd Row Or Cargo Haulin By wonderwelka

I love it. It's perfect w our boys now 6 & 8. The back row is best for 5'3" and under. Perfect for those who want functionality of minivan but only have two kids. Versatile. Fold all seats down for fu... Read More

A Well Designed Good Value In A Small Van. By Alleyhse

We like the appearance, the comfort is adequate, no blind spots, tight steering and handling, five speed manual is fun to drive, Acceleration is good with five speed manual, braking is normal, corner... Read More

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2006 Mazda MAZDA5 Reviews

Great Car!!!! By amylee

I loved everything!! Small, Sporty looking yet still great family vehicle with lots of room! Has navigation system, sunroof/ moon roof with guard. Privacy tented windows on back side and back windows... Read More

Has Been What I Hoped It Would Be...fun,reliable And Cheap To Own!!! By Jack

after 6 years this 5 has been and continues to be a car I still love to drive and can find some good accessories to add to it.It`s been dependable,has not had any major issues.I use it more like a 4 s... Read More

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