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4.25 out of 5 stars

Love It So Far

dadof2, 07/07/2008
2008 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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Have a family of 4 with a 3 year old and an infant. Wanted to find a vehicle with a 3rd row so my wife could sit with the kids on long trips and entertain/distract them while I drive but still get decent gas mileage. So far the Mazda 5 has been great. Getting about 23 mpg city, 29 hwy. Able to put the kids in the middle row and my wife or even I (5'10) am able to sit in the back. For a day trip it is fine. There isn't much cargo space with the back seats up - so we will probably get a roof rack eventually. The handling is excellent, pick up is so-so but fine enough for a family car. Features on the GT make me feel like I got a luxury vehicle

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great little vehicle!

Steve, 03/10/2009
2008 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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We looked at all vans, but balked at the $! Mazda hit it right with price and features. We have 2 teens, and most of the time the 3rd seat is folded flat. Much usable space this way, and easy to convert if hauling more kids around. Tough going in the snow, the GT wheels look cool, but the wide, low profile tires are tough in the snow. As I told my wife, they do plow here, and we only had issue when everyone else did too, so no biggie. Love the Bluetooth, all the nooks and crannies, and total flexibility in this good looking little mover. We also love how sporty it drives, how well it parks and fits in the garage, and the zesty copper paint!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best buy

Constantin, 12/30/2007
2008 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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I bought it in Seattle and had to drive it back to Vancouver WA, at night in the heaviest rain. Car handles great, very responsive brakes and steering. Comfort, I would say, very good. I am 6'3" and did not have to push the seat all the way back to feel comfy. We have 2 kids and they fit just right on the middle seats. Love the sliding doors. The back door opens up so even I won't have to worry about hitting my head. Kids love it, wife loves it. It is the first time I have heard my wife say about a car that is good looking. If you need a sports vehicle with the space but not the looks and feel of a bus go get it!

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5 out of 5 stars

A great sporty space wagon to drive

coolmazda5, 12/15/2007
2008 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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2nd Mazda5 I own. No other family car compares to the versatility, looks, fuel economy and handling

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Loving the 5!

Johnny, 08/29/2008
2008 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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Had to find a new car quickly and wanted good price, economy, and something that worked with two kids. Looked at numerous cars and the 5. Surprised that it was hard to find, but glad I did. Home town didn't have any and drove 60 miles to find the only Touring the dealer had. The white is really sharp! The 5 gets lots of stares and I think of it as a sport wagon rather than a mini van. I haven't seen another on the road in the few days we have owned it, couldn't say that about the Taurus and Altima that I was considering. We made a GREAT purchase! The kids think its cool too! This will be my everyday car, my wife drives a Honda Ody.

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