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4.88 out of 5 stars

Futuristic surfer wagon

Calzone, 09/07/2008
2008 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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Tried the Mazda5. LOVED it. Comfortable seating, spacious interior, ample cargo space, great price, peppy and fun to drive. Haven't encountered snow yet; thinking the manual overdrive will come in handy then. I highly recommend the Mazda5 to small families or anyone who wants an affordable, cargo-worthy vehicle. 22 mpg in suburban driving conditions.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

It's Okay but I would not buy another

crankychick, 05/11/2009
2008 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Have had our vehicle for over a year. Power steering keeps cutting out, brakes squeak like mad in the rain, dealer seems unable to fix either problem. We drive 34,000 km per year, are a family of 5 with 3 smaller sized teens, this is our only car. No where in the middle seats to put a drink down (our vehicle does not have the under seat fold out holder - which is annoying in itself). The back window never seems to stay clean, no matter how often we wash it, car washes seem to never get the whole back of the car. It is fun to drive, and looks great, gets excellent mileage BUT it is uncomfortable, and the person in the back row is either hot or cold. Needs AWD for North American snow

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4.25 out of 5 stars

A great vehicle

ajl, 05/15/2009
2008 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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We looked at everything in this price class,new and used. CR-V, RAV 4, Subaru Forester, Kia Rondo,Suzuki Grand Vitara. Nothing offered the combination of fun and function like the Mazda. This is not meant as a replacement for the minivan from Honda, Toyota,etc. You must drive this "microvan" before passing judgment on it. If you appreciate sharp steering and handling over a softer ride, you will not be disappointed. Bottom line: If you need to haul a small family around or just some stuff AND have fun doing it, the Mazda 5 is for you! It was for us! For those complaining about snow traction. Get four snow tires. 205/50/17 all season tires were never meant for snow!

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Car...Great Value

Geoman, 07/09/2008
2008 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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Traded in my BMW for a GT Mazda 5. While I miss my beemer's overall performance, I do like the GT, it's practicality, style & gas economy. Best of all I can feed the GT 87 octane instead of 93 octane for the BMW!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Nice little thing

Trurl, 09/16/2008
2008 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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Test drove all existing minivans and finally chose Mazda 5 as a compromise between practicality of a "grown up" minivan and drivability of a sedan. Considering its price this is nearly perfect vehicle: tiny outside but somehow very roomy inside - must be some sci-fi trick, unless it just a very thoughtful design. I also like the build quality and hope for a good reliability. And by the way, why don't they put sliding doors on all cars?

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