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Big enough, small enough...
Jay, 08/25/2008
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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We purchased this car 2 years ago because it was the only car of it's description sold in this country - smaller than a minivan, but with great space efficiency and the availability of a manual transmission. Pros: Space efficiency, smooth shifting manual transmission, unique exterior, loads of head room, better gas mileage than a minivan. Cons: While we've found it adequate (with tinted windows), AC could be stronger. Engine strains a bit - contrary to report elsewhere, you will NOT get higher than 31 or 32 mpg even under ideal conditions. We average about 28 mpg. Original tires wore out way too quickly (about 20,000 miles).
Minivan Meets Sports Car
klepto, 11/16/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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If you have a young family, you're hip, you want economy, reliability, something with soul, and don't want to look "tied down", then this is the car for you. My wife drives this thing, and I can't wait to drive around the corners on the weekend. Although this car has a ton of utility, I drive for sport, which speaks tons if you want to avoid the mediocrity out there. With respect to the recall, don't let that scare you. Everything is being recalled nowadays. I have a current generation Honda CRV that was also recalled with a similar fire hazard. It was recalled and fixed. No Big Deal. In fact Mazda's service topped Honda, because, not only did the give us a rental, but $500 on top! WOW!
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Love it
Gary Yasaki, 12/23/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I have a 5 speed and love driving my Mazda 5. It has a nice tight sporty feel and revs quickly when prodded. I occasionally need the cargo space and the Mazda swallows up everything I need it for. It's a joy to own.
A Revolutionary Vehicle
Louisville family, 11/26/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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This is an amazing vehicle that hopefully represents the future of car design! Fuel efficiency, sportiness, family friendliness, wise use of space all converge in the Mazda5. As a small family with one child that loves to take road trips, this is our dream car. If you're committed to being a responsible driver (using less gas), but want comfort, performance, and room; rush to your Mazda dealer now!
Not a minivan
Jim, 10/24/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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What I liked about this car most of all was the convenience and features. Handles nicely and is an excellent value. Anyone in the market for a small crossover vehicle needs to see this car.
Is it a Van?
Collin, 06/14/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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We have throughly enjoyed our 5 thus far. It has just enough room and we love the versatile seating. We downsized from an MPV and really enjoy driving the 5 much more than the minivan. MPG could be a little better on the highway, especially for a 4 cylinder but it is acceptable.
Mazda continues to lead the pack
chicagoaverys, 07/10/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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As someone who makes it his business to drive a lot of cars out there, I remain very impressed with Mazda. The Mazda5 is a lot of fun and a lot of functional. I can't wait to to get aftermarket toys. The car doesn't need it, but with Mazda always focusing on the individual, instead of bland mass appeal, like some other imports, it should be fun to tweak. My only problem was having trouble deciding between the Mazda3 five door and the "5". They both have a lot of positives. It is just nice to have a crossover vehicle for those of us who don't want to move into an SUV and aren't willing to give up the fight and settle into a minivan. The "5" is perfect for my family of 4 and a 90 lbs dog.
Great, but not a Road Car
DGF, 12/01/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I have a base model manual with no options. Ive had it for 2 weeks & 2675 mostly road trip miles. Great value, but one major negative: unsupportive drivers seat caused back pain after a few hours, despite adjustable lumbar support. Never had the problem in my recent road cars (Civics & a VW Golf).
Good Value for Money
TJPJ, 12/28/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Overall good value for money. It cost less than what I paid for a new Camry 6 years ago! It has all the features that a family with 1 or 2 kids needs. Would not really recommend if you are traveling with 6 passengers on a regular basis. Sliding doors is definitely a plus point and makes taking the baby in/out quite a breeze. Interior, controls layout is quite nice. Seats are easy to fold and good use of space under the seats.
Great Car for the Money
jazb4, 12/04/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my Mazda 5 for 2 weeks. Gas mileage is awesome compared to my gas guzzling SUV. I'm averaging 24 in the city and a recent drive to Los Angeles from San Diego was about 30mpg's. I couldn't be happier. This is not a luxury vehicle by any means, but if you like practical, this is the car. If you're tall or bigger you might feel it's too small. Getting my kids in and out is easy with the sliding doors on each side. I haven't had any issues with power. It gets up hills without any problems and merges on to freeways fine. So far this car is great for the price! I hope to get reliability over the years as it's too early to tell. Also would like to know how it does in crash tests.
FInally got our Mazda5!
agron, 12/03/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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After waiting 2 months we finally got our car. We had purchased it right before the recall so we didn't even see it until a week ago. This car drives smoother than any other vehicle I've driven. It has tons of zip yet lots of space in the interior. What a difference compared to our 1999 Ford Windstar that just died on us. The Mazda5 is also very quiet in the interior. I've almost turned the key not realizing it was on. And on the highway it performs well and is a quiet ride. I'm also impressed with how little gas this vehicle uses. After having a Windstar (glug, glug) I don't have to gas up as often. In the week I've driven I've only had to fill up once and I drive a lot.
Fits the bill!
Anti-Minivan, 12/31/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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We have 2 kids (7 and 5) and a dog. As the name says, no minivans allowed (been there, done that). Wife was leasing an '02 CR-V which was a great vehicle in itself, but with price for the CR-V getting up there, the Mazda5 caught my eye. I had the wife, go test drive one expecting her to not like it (she is a staunch Honda person). Turns out she loved it, so we decided to lease one. Of course this was 1 week before the recall so we don't get it until October. So far we are loving it. Fun to drive, just took 6 to breakfast (4 + 2 grandparents), and the sliding doors are keeping the carnage down in the parking lots. Overall a tremendous value for hauling the family around!
Just right
md, 12/07/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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This car meets the needs of the American market, people just have to know about it. I'm surprised that Mazda has not advertised this vehicle. It has a hit on its hands. I love all the features for the money. It drives great and serves the needs of most families with. I traded in a Nissan Armada, used the equity & now have no car payment. It uses half the gas and costs half as much for an SUV with as much as this offers. Smart buy. If you can find one in area, you should buy it. There would be no reason to purchase cars like the xB, PT, HHR, Matrix or regular family sedans like Accord or Camry with this on the market. With Camry/Accord, you can buy this for less and get a get a lot more.
vehicle for today's family
Norm Favit, 08/20/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I have 2300 km on the M5 and I'm confident I made the right choice for a long term vehicle. I'd recommend the M5 for a growing family that puts a lot of miles on the car as the fuel economy is excellent relative to vehicles of similar seating capacity (just finished a 470km road trip with 7.9 l/100km).
So far so good
Daniel, 07/22/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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At first we weren't sure about getting a 4 cylinder minivan, but we were pleasantly surprised by the power/performance of the 5. My wife wanted a six or seven passenger vehicle, that was not some behemoth SUV. This has everything she wanted, and more (incl. moonroof, 6cd changer, airbags) for under $20k.
Love it!
ABQmom, 02/05/2007
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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We love our Mazda5. It fits 6 of us comfortably, but I don't worry about being a gas-guzzling SUV owner. Wish it had an AWD drive option, but otherwise, it meets all my needs. Fits 4-5 best, then it has lots of space in the back for luggage. With all 6 seats occupied, the storage is tight. No problem with acceleration at all (we have the manual transmission) and I've never noticed it dragging. I would highly recommend this car to everyone!
2nd review
Mark, 08/23/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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As far as the front armrest goes I think it should've been on the passenger side instead of the driver side because it doesn't make much sense with a stick shift. 'Can't, really, use it while driving because it blocks the shifter. I understand not having outer armrests for the second row because it would interfere with the sliding doors.
Great people mover
Commuter, 01/05/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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My sport model has the automatic transmission and I love it. Shifts are smooth and quick and the performance is fine for me. Doesn't downshift on any of the hills on my commute which I can't say for some previous vehicles. First full tank of gas 26 plus mpg. That's every bit as good as the EPA estimate, so I can't complain. I'm having trouble finding a really comfortable adjustment for the driver's seat, but I'm working on it. Great quality, lots of space, smooth quiet ride and willing engine. A lot of vehicle for the money. I love it.
The "ONE"
P. Narro, 01/11/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Aside from the recall the experience has been nothing short of amazing! We were given a minivan to use during the recall and it only strengthened my argument against buying one. That's right, I don't classify the 5 as a minivan because of the way it handles. Built on the 3's platform, Mazda succeeded in keeping the "soul of a sports car" intact. I was driving on a two lane highway and a car who was waiting to pull out onto the opposite lane begins to pull out into the opposing lane and stalls out half-way between my lane and the shoulder. I swerved to the left and there was an on-coming truck and before I knew it I was safely back in my lane.The 5 saved our lives.
Ownership update!
Dave, 03/06/2007
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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We've owned our 5 for about a year and a half now and I thought I would give a word on a 5 that's been used since we're over the new car excitement. We have 3 kids in car sears and it is used in mainly city traffic or long road trips. This car still drives and handles amazingly. It is a U-turn king and parallel parking is a walk in the park. We have taken multiple road trips from LA to NY in it and it has proved worth the money (that we're still paying) time and time again. We had even packed it up with 7 people and their luggage for a 1500 mile trip and it still drives strong.The cartridge oil filter is VERY easy to change since it is right on the bottom of the engine. Mazda is amazing!
Goes great with our RX-8!
HottieMWF34DD, 07/23/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Replaced our Protege5 with this, it is awesome and much better than any of the minivans on the market. We didnt want the lousy gas mileage of an SUV either. It also looks so cool next to the RX-8... both in black, which is the only way I like it... once you go black you never go back!
The total package in one vehicle!
mr06mz5, 04/06/2007
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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All right, it's a minivan that's a 'hoot" to drive. I bought my "5" based on looks, features, color (whitewaterpearl), price and the most important item of all, it's a 5-speed. As I have owned it now for 6 months I am thoroughly pleased with what this vehicle gives me... dirving enjoyment! Mazda really did a great job in the overall design and build of this MAV. I have had no issues as of yet and find the fit and finish is excellent. My only complaint is that mazda didn't make a "speed5" version.
22500K 06 Mazda5
22, 500K 06 Mazda5, 08/02/2009
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Had the car for 2.5 years. Really like the car. Agree with most of the other reviews, needs better tires, stronger A/C, 5th gear(overdrive)and interior light switch from drivers seat. Approx. 22mpg city/ 26-28mpg highway, thought I would get a little more. Overall satisfied with the car for the money!
No compromise
AdamC, 05/01/2007
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After agonizing over a new car for our family of 4 (we still love our '89 Saab 900) for about 2 years, we finally bought the Canadian GT version of the Mazda5, 5 speed manual. The car is a delight to drive in most ways, if you like a responsive, tight car with good road feel. If you want a jiggly machine that is divorced from the road, then this is the wrong car - it is too zippy and hard-riding. The steering is a highlight, as the car feels beautiful through twisty roads or city streets and the turning radius is small. It also goes quite nicely, despite all of the grumbling about low HP for its curb weight.
6-passenger Sports Car
wkennedy, 07/17/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a combination that's been missing: a crisp-handling stickshift minivan from Japan. (Ok, it's available in automatic, too.) I want a reliable car that's fun to drive, but I don't want to have to rent a truck to bring home a TV or take newspapers to the recycling center. Mazda has taken the compact chassis of the Mazda 3 and mounted a little minivan on it -- the size of a station wagon, but the three-row seating and sliding doors that define a minivan. The performance is not that of a 250hp six, but neither is the gas mileage. Thanks, Mazda, for bringing the 5speed model to the US, not just to Europe. The Mazda 5 is sibling to the spunky Mazda 3, not the sedate Mazda MPV.
Not bad, but Mazda needs to improve.
djbilly, 06/05/2007
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We like the 5, but don't love it due to a number of glitches and annoyances such as weak AC, wet weather belt squeal, cold weather suspension noises, a strange and occasional sudden loss of power in 2nd gear, and mild tire vibration at 70-80 MPH. If Mazda could fix these design and quality issues we would probably love it, but dealer has been little help! Mileage is reasonable with the 2.4L 4 cyclinder, and better than a V6 van. Very peppy with the Zoom, Zoom and looks pretty good with the sporty rims. We have found that we start feeling a little nauseated on long trips, but otherwise it is reasonably comfortable. With 6 people there is little space left for luggage. Fog lights don't do much.
Excellent for urban and highway driving
Howard, 03/12/2009
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I have been driving this car for over three years and I am very satisified. It is easy to maneuver and park in city traffic and has an amazingly short turning radius. It is very comfortable for four people traveling long distances. With the manual transmission it gets about 21-22 mpg in the city and 28-30 on the highway. Contrary to some other reports, this car does not seem underpowered to me. It goes through mountains just fine with four passengers, luggage and a bike rack on top. This may be due in part to the manual transmission. However, off-the-line performance is noticeably worse with six in the car. It's not a drag racer, but I have never had any trouble keeping up with traffic.
The good and the bad
MR O, 03/03/2008
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Good engine, great manual transmission. Car handles very well. 25 mpg in mixed city/hwy driving. The remote entry keys work less than half the time. Good thing I can still lock/unlock the doors manually. Absolutely terrible in snowy/icy conditions due to slick performance tires. Occasional strange lurch in 2nd gear. This is a small, economical minivan, not to be confused with a Honda Odyssey. Compare it to other compact cars, not the big maxivans weighing half a ton more. Overall, a pleasant driving experience. Good, reliable, economical transportation. No mechanical problems after 23000 miles, except as noted above.
Perfect fit!
Rhatt, 07/20/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I just picked up my new 5 so I haven't put very many miles on it yet. To my knowledge it is the first one sold in my area. I was looking at the Mazda 3 and Toyota Matrix when I saw the 5 on the lot. The Mazda 5 is much larger inside and out. While I was impressed with both the Matrix and Mazda 3 (I need the cargo space of a small wagon) the 5 has greater space in the passenger and cargos areas. At 6'4" headroom is always an important measurement for me. And even with the moonroof the 5 had 2 to 3 inches more headroom than the smaller wagons. The ride, steering and braking are wonderfully smooth. The engine pulls strong with no vibration. The 3 and the Matrix feel harsh by comparison.
Good features for the price
HL, 06/18/2007
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Great alternative to the typical minivan. More fuel efficient and easier to manuever. Fun to drive.
Fun to see, fun to drive
coolmazda5, 08/13/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I wanted a sporty car but my wife didn't. Once we saw the Mazda5 we found the perfect balance. Very European for American style taste, but that makes it stand out of the crowd.
Great vehicle for the money!
luvchampagne, 07/03/2007
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car has so much to offer for so little money compared to the others in its class. There is so much room for the size. It is a great car to drive. Easy to see from all angles. Handles very well in heavy rain and on the highway.
EXACTLY WHAT I WANTED
drspongklong, 07/28/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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This is the car I've been waiting for. Un-minivanlike minivan. Perfect size for my family. Beautifully built, luxurious features yet affordable. Mazda got it right. So much fun to drive. Made in Japan so it should be reliable. Am so proud to be one of the first to have it.
Amazing Minivan
Ardi, 08/21/2023
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I git my 2006 Mazda 5 last week. It is 188K on it. I am really amazed what a wonderful engineering Mazda put for designing this car. Great feeling and awesome control and view over the toad. No need for backup camera. Hope will be able to find parts if needed.
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Great Mom Car
whit, 07/28/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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This is the car I had been looking for but did not know exhisted. When I saw it, I knew it would be perfect for my families' needs. I did not want a clunky mini-van, nor could I afford a gas guzzling, pricy SUV either. The Mazda 5 seats 6 comfortably. I wish the interior were grey rather than black though, because the hot Hawaii sun really heats up the car. Other than that, The Mazda 5 handles curves, and bumps well, and it has a great sound system. Very fun to drive.
1st week
art'smazda5, 01/26/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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So far, this car, minus one particular issue I'll get to later, has been just about perfect. I feel proud driving one of these down the streets of San Francisco. This is especially so when i drive by the two other cars I was within moments of purchasing instead of the 5 - the Subaru WRX or Forester. I'm 33, I have a 3 1/2 year old son and I'm recently separated. I agonized over the decision. Do i get the WRX, i.e. single-guy, race-car on a budget. Or the Forester, i.e. time to grow up, go conservative and be "responsible". My answer, why not some "responsible" zoom-zoom, i.e., Mazda5. I've read lots of complaints about the power, but the stick I got makes for some pretty exciting driving!
Fun Microvan
deenk1, 01/18/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have had the M5 Sport (stick) for 2 months: no big complaints. Very versatile interior configuration. Great car for small family and a small car (we have both).
Love My Mazda
Lolo, 01/27/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am very pleased with the way this car handles. Very sporty. I have an automatic with the 6 cd package. I just went on a 4 hour road trip on a very windy day and it handled exceptionally well. I am very impressed with the amount of interior space. My daughter has 3 year old triplets and an eight year old ... she loves the safety features and borrows it often. She and her husband plan on buying one this summer.
Nice gas-sipper that sits 6
giveucolorcc, 09/09/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Traded in my old Ford Windstar for this car. Given that the gas prices have been soaring for the past few months (and they will continue to soar), I chose this car because it has the space I need and the fuel economy I want. I bought the Touring edition with automatic transmission. Lots of people are saying that a 4 cylinder engine is too small for this type of car. I've been lugging around my family of 4 for a week now and I found the power to be more than adequate. The transmission is very smooth and responsive. Both exterior and interior qualities are excellent. Overall, it's a great car for the price.
perfect island ride
jlis, 08/03/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We were looking at small SUVs and within a day or so of buying a Honda CR-V when we just happened to go another car dealership late at night (hopefully missing the salesmen), when we happened on the Mazda5. It was exactly what we had in mind but didn't exist. We drove it once and within an hour owned it. Good gas mileage ($3.00 a gallon on Maui), super fun to drive although a little sluggish. Smooth for a 4 cylinder. Very comfortable seating with great seating visibility. Looks very cool and often find people walking around it in the parking lot. My wife loves the multiple airbags and ability to carry extra kids. Surfboard etc. will fit in the back if wife takes my truck. I've seen better A/C.
All good except for interior noise
Avinash B, 04/09/2008
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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So far 25K miles, going good. Pickup and handling is excellent, very easy and fun to drive. I do however get wind noise seeping through the door frame glass. Has been checked my Mazda several times, looks like a design flaw. Recently, started getting wobbling sound from rear, was told it is the tires getting old.
Just Perfect!!!
Richard, 01/27/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car suits us nicely. Excellent handling & braking, fun to drive, Sleek design inside out. One of my friends thought this was a hybrid car. Very flexible seating configurations and tons of standard equipments which are found on much more expensive cars.
Great Little Van
Amazed, 01/10/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I was amazed how much interior room this little van offers to its occupants. The expansive glass and high seating make for a very good driving position with great visibility. Seats are comfortable and supportive and they feature adjustment for lumbar support. Steering feel and feedback are excellent. Interior material is high grade and everything fits together nicely. Fuel economy is acceptable for a 4 speed automatic and with careful driving you may get 24/30 mpg for city and highway driving. A/C can be improved for the back seat passengers. For those who want to improve and beautify this nice little van there is a bunch of accessories available from your Mazda dealer.
Family zoom-zoom
batmick, 01/27/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have the Sport model with auto transmission. This is the best family mover we have ever owned. We're two adults and two kids and it is just amazing how much room Mazda fit onto such a small footprint! The design is very versatile and convenient and I have no problem adjusting seating to my 6'4" body. Gas mileage has been around 25mpg so far. Getting kids and gear in and out is a breeze with the large sliders and hatch. Have not yet tried to fit another person in the third row but it's nice to have the option. I cannot confirm any of the previous posts about insufficient power or too much noise. The ride is amazingly quiet and we have not yet found a hill we could not easily climb.
Pleased for the price
cumadogg, 11/07/2008
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Pleased with the car - it has served it's purpose as a family transporter for a family with 4 little ones, but it is quickly becoming too small. But for the price, I cannot complain - other than a few minor quality issues, it has been a reliable method of transportation.
Best Buy All Purpose Vehicle
azfamily, 01/30/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
One week after the purchase we had to turn our Mazda5 back to the dealer for the exhaust system recall. We have to say that Mazda handled it all very well. The vehicle is so correct in concept, design and timing that we could not resist it once we had driven it. We are car people and have owned many, many cars through the years. This one is the most versatile, useful, fun to drive package available. We have not experienced any power problems even loaded with 6 adults plus luggage. Family or not, this is one of the best buys out there.
Very Happy With This Vehicle
kev604, 01/19/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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The Mazda5 is the modern family vehicle for today's small families. Very stylish on the outside yet you get the feeling this vehicle was designed from the inside out with the driver in mind. I own a platinum silver Touring (GT in Canada) automatic. I've had the vehicle for a month. Would of never considered purchasing a Mazda till I saw the 5. Researched the vehicle & was very impressed, test drove it & fell in love with it. The only thing that held us back from buying was the longterm reliability of Mazda. Although improving dramatically the past few years it doesn't have the track record of Toyota; then again nobody does. In the end the quality and value of the package was too good to pass up.
Most convenient thing I ever heard of
Mark, 02/09/2006
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Mine is a Sport with a five speed, phantom blue mica, with added on cassette player. I couldn't want any other vehicle.
Mazda5 Complaint
DriverManJones, 03/02/2007
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I never thought Id be filing a Mazda5 complaint, but here it is. Consumer Reports raved about it, so I bought one. What a mistake. If service is even remotely important to you, you will have a Mazda complaint too. My Mazda5 has a bad burning smell coming from the engine into the cabin. It stinks and gives me a headache. Ive taken it to two different dealerships for service; both simply disagreed with me and refused to do anything. Its hard to consider any of the pros of this vehicle with this problem present. I was looking forward to a happy experience with this vehicle. The Mazda5 has been a huge disappointment.
Great Car! Great Price, nothing like it!
MWTat BOM, 07/06/2005
2006 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Awesome car, great price, seats six, hauls like nothing else. Minivan like use, non-minivan look. Must see, must sit, MUST DRIVE! ZOOM-ZOOM!