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4.88 out of 5 stars

Affordable without much sacrifice

Familyof5, 04/06/2009
2009 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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We have 3 kids and couldn't see affording $30,000+ for a new minivan or a cross-over. This car was much more affordable and will cost much less to maintain. It rides like a car, but has a interior layout like a minivan. We won't be able to tow a boat or carry an 8' wide piece of plywood, but we never did when we had that capability with our previous minivans. The kids love it, but we haven't taken the first vacation in it yet, so we may be sacrificing on space and power when the car gets fully loaded with luggage. I'm a tall guy and I push the limits on most cars. Leg room and head room could be better, but I fit and I like the feel when I drive.

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2.75 out of 5 stars

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Cap, 12/04/2009
2009 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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Couple months into my purchase i noticed the car starts to shake. The rear shock then went so i got it replaced but the shaking has continued. It's nothing violent but just noticeable enough to be really annoying, especially for a brand new car. I took it in again and they said i had tar on the tire..Well i have since had the tires rebalanced and rotated but it still shakes..It may even be the engine cause it shakes a little bit at idle..I dont know if its just my mazda or if this is just how the car drives. What i do know is that once the warranty is up, i am getting rid of it cause i don't trust it. It gets about 24-26 mpg btw..

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5 out of 5 stars

A Great Minivan/Crossover

Robert G., 12/12/2008
2009 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
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Drives great, has sufficient power for everyday driving, quiet ride and no engine noise, versatile seating with many options. Japanese built with Japanese parts, nice stereo and it comes fully loaded with all the features I needed. Sliding doors are a blessing with four year old twins. Alloy wheels with low profile tires look sharp. Looks very attractive inside and out. For a purchase price of $16,888 I can't be any happier or satisfied.

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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent choice for smart buyers!

Georgiana Fratiloiu, 04/06/2009
2009 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Excellent car overall. Nice interior, comfortable, very pleasant exterior design, good audio system. We love it.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Not a winter vehicle!!

Zepppo, 03/03/2010
2009 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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WE bought the Mazda 5 as it offers 6 seats without the bulk of a real mini-van. The design of the vehicle is good, but it feels a little "flimsy" compared to our Honda CRV. Gas mileage is good (again, compared to a minivan) and it's a pretty peppy ride. The biggest problem is driving on snow and ice, however (I live in AB,Canada). To compensate for the lack of oomph Mazda designed the manual gearbox with very "short" gears. First gear has so much torque that you can barely start moving without the wheels spinning! We bought Michelin X-Ice2 tires which helped a bit, but it's still not fun driving this vehicle on snow and ice. For a winter environment this is definitely not the right choice

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