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2010 Mazda MAZDA5 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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If you need the utility and convenience of a minivan, but can’t allow yourself to drive a lumbering box on wheels, then take a peek at the 2010 Mazda MAZDA5. It has three rows of seating, 142.1 cubic feet of interior volume, easy-to-use sliding doors, excellent safety features, and enough interior storage to hold all the toys, sippy cups, and extra-large lattes a family might carry – all the things you need in a minivan. But its sleek lines make it look more like a station wagon, and Mazda's engineering allows it to handle more like a car.
The MAZDA5 comes in three trims – Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring. All three are powered by a 2.3-liter, 16-valve four-cylinder that produces 153 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 148 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 rpm. The Sport comes with a five-speed manual transmission and gets 22 city/28 highway mpg, while the Touring and Grand Touring get a five-speed automatic transmission with Adaptive Shift Logic (optional on the Sport) and get 21/27 mpg. Critics like the smooth shifting from both transmissions, but a universal complaint among test drivers is the lack of power coming from the engine. It’s fine for around-town driving, but passing or merging on the highway requires a heavy foot on the gas pedal.
Some critics lamented the lack of certain safety features on previous MAZDA5 versions. Apparently the manufacturer listened, because new for 2010 is standard Dynamic Stability Control and Traction Control for all trims. This is part of an impressive safety package that also includes advanced front air bags with multiple sensors, front side-impact air bags and side-impact curtain air bags, antilock brake system with Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Brake Assist, side-impact door beams, collapsible steering column and foldaway brake pedal assembly, and a tire pressure monitor.
Those safety features will provide peace of mind, but Mazda also made sure owners can handle the MAZDA5 with ease and safety. Its ride is firm without being harsh and supple enough to handle wavy or bumpy surfaces. The MAZDA5 has a solid grip on the road, body lean in cornering is very slight, the steering is alert with a tight turning circle, and the braking is reliably straight with a nice feel to the pedal. The engine may lack some of Mazda’s “zoom zoom,” but other than that, the MAZDA5 has the fun-to-drive feel that has become a Mazda trademark.
Performance and safety features top the list of MAZDA5 positives, but the interior isn’t too far behind. The cabin is simple yet stylish, with rich graining providing a nice contrast to some of the hard plastic surfaces, reachable and understandable controls, and quality construction evident throughout.
The Sport trim features automatic climate control, cruise control, power windows and locks, remote entry, two 12-volt outlets, a 6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat and a six-speaker AM/FM/CD stereo. The Touring interior upgrades include a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob and a 6-CD changer for the stereo to go along with the exterior additions of foglights, a power-sliding glass moonroof, LED taillights, side sill extensions, and rear liftgate spoiler. The Grand Touring additions include Bluetooth, heated and leather-trimmed front seats, heated mirrors, and an available navigation system with 7-inch touch screen.
Like the vehicle itself, the MAZDA5's seating performs in a minivan manner with a twist. All three rows have captain's chairs - no benches here - giving each passenger his or her own seat, which all happen to sit up high and provide excellent sightlines. The front and second-row seats offer ample headroom and legroom, but the third row is best suited for children.
When all three rows are in use, cargo space is limited behind the third row. It can handle a full load of groceries, but that’s about the limit. With the third row folded down, however, the MAZDA5 offers 44.4 cubic feet of space. If you need even more room, fold down the second row, and you'll have a cargo van that drives like a car and looks like a stylish family wagon at your disposal.
User reviews for 2010 Mazda MAZDA5
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by Hassan S
Nov 09, 2022
I like white color and hopefully the price is negotiable Nov 09, 2022
by Suad M
Jul 06, 2022
It was OK but it has a lot of problemsJul 06, 2022
by Jeffrey H
Jun 01, 2022
The Mazda five is a great little van if you are the benefits of a minivan but the feel of driving a carJun 01, 2022
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by Hassan S
Nov 09, 2022
I like white color and hopefully the price is negotiable Nov 09, 2022
by Suad M
Jul 06, 2022
It was OK but it has a lot of problemsJul 06, 2022
by Jeffrey H
Jun 01, 2022
The Mazda five is a great little van if you are the benefits of a minivan but the feel of driving a carJun 01, 2022
by Anonymous
Jan 31, 2022
The fitures are great.It runs good.The body is in good shape.Jan 31, 2022
by Tyron R
Nov 21, 2021
I got the car as seen at the picture . I love it Nov 21, 2021
by Kelvin J
May 24, 2020
The style looks small, but has plenty of room in it.May 24, 2020
by Lynn H
Sep 14, 2013
Provides sufficient space for family and extra kids along for the ride or trips; the fold down split third row seats allows for storage space for travel; 2nd row split seats provides storage below them for kids books and coloring pencils
Sep 14, 2013
by Kristina D
Dec 11, 2010
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 to it, which only took 5min, I fell in love! ;D The car
seems to run perfectly fine. Again, I got it as a rental. It seems to take $40 of Plus
to fill the tank completely. I didn't have to worry about that because when it comes
to rentals, you only have to fill it to where it started. I hope to own this car soon. I
was going to buy a Corolla as my first car, but this car has me wanting it more!Dec 11, 2010
by Anonymous
Sep 01, 2010
I just recently stepped down from a CX9 to the Mazda 5 and am totally pleased with the decision. With better fuel efficiency I am still able to load in a family of 6 with plenty of room and minimal "stop hogging the seat" complaints. And it handles so well both on the highway and our local rural roads.Sep 01, 2010
by Gary R
Apr 14, 2010
Build Quality: 2K miles and no problems yet.
Car Comparisons: Didn't consider any other car. Needed more space than
the Speed3 but not a full size van. Liked the look, size,
versatility, and the reliability of Mazda. As good as
Honda and better than Toyota.
Performance: It's a Mazda. Handles great. Acceleration could be
better Apr 14, 2010
by Anonymous
Jan 08, 2010
bought a manual 5 sport, base car completely. it is excellent for what i need, the ability to carry my two kids and a few friends. the stick makes if fun to drive and i would recommend it to anyone.Jan 08, 2010
What users have asked
Mazda 5 2010, Anyone else have transmission issues?
Just had AT light alert while on freeway. Stuck in what sounds like 3rd gear, got home and now at mechanic. Car is 7 years old, has about 130k miles. It has run very well. Only problems were doors always freezing shut. Checked with OBD port analyzer and two solenoid warnings. Mechanic suggesting control module needs to be replaced. Anyone heard of this happening?
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Squeaking noise from the rear of Mazda 5 2010
Hello, I have a 2010 Mazda 5 that appears to be exhibiting squeaking noise from the rear whenever the car shakes up and down. This can be caused by going over a bump or any rough roads. Should I be concerned about this and get this checked out soon or would it be okay to leave it as it is? Thanks,
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I have a 2010 Mazda 5 just bought used 30 days ago. check engine liht came on for a day then turned off? any possiblities?
Check engine light came on then off next day. what possibilities are there
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I have a 2010 Mazda5. I had to pay several hundred dollars for fuel system repairs. Did not know they were under recall. Any way to be compensated
Compensation for a 2010 Mazda5. I bought as "certified" from a dealer. The check engine light repeatedly came on. The diagnosis was a loose fuel cap. I then had another analysis done, showing that the fuel system had to be replaced. I did not know, then that Mazda had put out a recall for the same thing. The cost was in the 100's. Is there any way Mazda can compensate me?
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2010 Mazda MAZDA5 Pricing
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$18,510 to $23,240Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brake width: 1.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Parking brake trim: urethane · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: passenger side · Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: accessory hook · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.86
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: front · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brake width: 1.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Parking brake trim: urethane · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: passenger side · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.86
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close · OEM roof height: undefined
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: front · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: Sirius ready · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brake width: 1.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear outboard seats · Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Parking brake trim: urethane · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: passenger side · Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.86
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: manual leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
Moonroof: with wind deflector · OEM roof height: undefined
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: front · Rear wiper: intermittent