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Versatile and Fun, but MPG way off!
gliese876d, 01/11/2011
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
In general I really love my Mazda5. It is fun to drive and highly versatile for my growing family. What I loved most was that I did not have to give up a manual transmission to get a mini-van, and assumed I could get good gas mileage given the advertised 22-28mpg, especially with a 5-speed. That was an important selling point to me because I was trading in a fuel efficient sedan, and did not want to sacrifice fuel efficiency. But so far this car has yet to deliver anywhere close to the adverstised gas mileage. It has not yet *once* even gotten the lowest value of 22mpg since I purchased the vehicle almost 3 months and 3200 miles ago. It is usually an abyssmal 19.5 mpg.
2010 mazda 5 extreem commuter................
dave, 08/28/2016
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
53 of 57 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2010 mazda 5 used with 15,000 miles on it in early 2012, it had remaining 3yr 36000 full coverage 5yr 60000 power train warranty. I now have 170,000 miles on it. Here is what I have had done to it over the 4.5 yrs I have owned it. I will start by saying I change oil/filter every 4000 miles. I change the air filter and cabin filter regular intervals as well. The 5 disc cd changer was replace free the first week under warranty, it did not work properly. At 50,000 miles the water pump was replaced...mechanic said it was weeping water, free by mazda under warranty. At 80,000 miles the rear struts were replaced 180$ part and labor. At that time I replaced spark plugs, battery, flushed the antifreeze, and transmission fluid 300$. I also at that time had the front brakes replaced rotors and pads 225$. At 110,000 I had to replace a rear hub assembly 160$ I bought part mechanic installed...saved 60$ that way. I also had the rear rotors and pads replaced at that time as well 225$ I recently had the front rotors and pads replaced 225$... front stabilizer links replaced 100$.... power steering fluid flushed 50$. replaced spark plugs again as well at 160,000 miles. 3 sets of tires with regular rotations every 8,000 miles....There you have it. May sound like a lot but I have been pleased....I got a bit nervous around 100000 miles and almost traded it in but its so nice to drive, economical and just the right size....I tell people its like driving a bmw sporty handling...they do not believe me but it is true. Mazdas are very fun to drive cars.....Hope I can get many more miles....car still very good! I recommend it!
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Bought M5 7\10 still own 12\15 w\116k Miles
Momof3, 12/06/2015
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
32 of 34 people found this review helpful
Love my car, traded in my Suburban for a sporty mom car paid $15,000 out the door. I purchased the basic sport model. I have only had to replace front struts and the usual maintenance of oil and tranny fluid flush, oh and tires of course. Tires last maybe 2 yrs if you buy quality tires and rotate religiously. I bought after market racks and a cargo box for the top and use it for luggage or chairs for soccer with the easy up and gear. Cargo box was a must, for my family of 5, especially for long road trips! Usually day to day driving, it's just 3 in the car so my M5 has ample room for Costco runs or school back packs. I just came back from AZ, I live in Nor Cal, with 6 people and the car performed great. I drove to AZ 14 hours & hubby drove back. My 13 yr old son & I sat in the third row I'm 5'5" & so is he. My 21 yr old 5'11" and his tiny gf sat in the middle. My 16yr old 5'3" daughter & hubby 5'9" sat up front. I found the back row very comfy. Of course we had the middle seats up some, but overall a nice ride. This car has been a very reliable car, I have done many long road trips in it & have never had a single problem. It has a timing chain so that never needs replacing. I have been to WA a few times, AZ a few times, OR a few times, L.A. a few times, San Fran and surrounding areas a lot for soccer, like every weekend for 3 months in a row. Never had a problem. It is not the quietest car on the road, but I enjoy driving it. I find it easier to get out of the seats than my hubbys 2012 Honda Accord. It handles nice, great turning radius, zippy, easy to park and drive. I may just hand it down to my 16yr old and get the 2015 model since they aren't making these in 2016. I have never owned a Mazda but I have to say my experience has been good and that makes me very happy since I talked my hubby into buying it for me. Nobody in our families have ever owned Mazda they have been diehard Chevy or Ford people. Other than tire wear which is a pain and costly the car has been a good car.
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First Mazda Experience
First Mazda, 12/12/2009
2010 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
The Mazda 5 is a unique vehicle that blends traits from a mini van and station wagon. This vehicle is a good bang for the buck. I purchased this car 6 weeks ago and it has met my expectations. The engine is very smooth and despite some reviews that I have read, does not lack adequate acceleration. The trans shifts smoothly. Standard DSC for 2010 was a nice safety addition. Climate control system works well as do the power heated seats. The only problem I have noticed with the car is the windshield seems to creek when the car goes over bumps.The Blue Tooth and Home Link are great features. The audio system is nothing special. Overall it's a solid buy for the money.
I have two of these: Used as Taxicabs.
GT, 02/17/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
25 of 28 people found this review helpful
I have two of these and I use them as taxicabs. I have a fleet of 14 cabs and have used Subaru Outbacks, and Volkswagen Passatts. We put about 50-60,0000 miles a year on each of our cars. The VW's cost me about $4,500 a year to maintain and the Mazda's cost me about $1400 a year. The car is solid and well built in my opinion. I'm gonna buy ten more once the VW's all blow up their engines, which I know will happen since almost every VW Ive had blew up after around 150,000 miles. Highly recommended.
beware of suspension problems!
E H yang, 03/20/2017
2010 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
Pros: versatile interior-you can pack a lot into this little car, and it is very nifty if you need room for 5 people including two car seats. When we first got it, the car was peppy and fun to drive. Cons-reliability, specifically in regards to suspension. Bought a 4 year old model with only about 50k miles on it. We have had to replace a lot compared with our Camry hybrid with almost 150k miles. Plagued with suspension problems the past couple of years. Spent almost 1k to fix the rear suspension, only to have to replace the entire front suspension, shocks, and struts a couple of months later. I wish I had known Mazda was notorious for suspension problems before buying. I feel like the suspension has improved but it still doesn't ride like it did. Only about 85k miles currently.
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nj_drive, 11/22/2011
2010 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We have owned the vehicle for 18 months now and have accumulated 25,000 miles. We have already had to replace the stock tires due to the originals wearing out. We took the vehicle to the dealer for all maintainence and we had a passenger side axle have to be replaced due to defect at 16,000 miles. At 25,000 miles the transmission decided to blow up. When in the dealership getting the trans replaced, they also found the drivers side axle was defective and also had to be replaced. The car gets around 32 mpg as we drove it from Iowa to NJ 10 times over the past 18 months. It is great with the entertainment package, as the kids love it. It is a little underpowered when going over steep hills.
Solid family car
Christine L, 06/15/2018
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We are a family of 5 and have enjoyed many trips with our Mazda 5. It's also the daily duty car. It would be great if it had towing capacity for bikes or a small trailer for camping gear. Our next vehicle will have towing capacity.
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Got rid of it after 4 1/2 years.
markus81, 08/31/2013
updated 08/31/2016
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have had the car for almost 3 years now. Only had to replace rear shocks under warranty. Doing oil changes and tire rotations every 5 k. Everything runs like new. Still on the original brakes. There is some slight vibration but not noticeable at lower speeds when braking. Also, the tires last only about 25 k. The new tires are wearing slightly already due to aggressive rear camber, which gives the car a sporty ride. This in turn causes a slight steering wheel shake at times. All in all, this is the best and cheapest to maintain car I ever owned. The sliding doors are awesome. Edit: got rid of the car because I he to replace A lot of suspension parts and the sliding doors kept freezing in winter. Car sucks in snow. Mazda is cheap quality. Got a Subaru and love it. No issues for almost 2 years now.
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So close to fantastic...
New5er, 01/24/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought the vehicle just over a month ago to replace a 2005 Elantra (great car btw). Was immediately struck by how great it is to drive; from the driver's seat, you really feel like you're driving a Mazda3, NOT a minivan! Kids loved the mid seats (captains), and considered it a 'cool' looking car. Fantastic view all around, and handles amazingly. After a bit of time, though, some things have started to gnaw: no 'hidden' cubbies to hide GPS's, spare change, etc.; turning on the auto climate control automatically kicks in the a/c (it's January... in Canada... c'mon!). Overall, though, no regrets in getting this vehicle; if you can overlook the lack of cubbies, it'll serve the avg. family well!
extreme commuter back for update
dave, 04/10/2019
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have a review below....250,000 miles on my Mazda 5 now. Replaced front control arms last year complete brake job and tires....I just keeps going...oil changes every 4000 miles. At work I drove a 2019 Chevy Cruze...2010 Mazda 5 better even with the 250,000 miles...: ) I still love the car....
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Long Gone But Still Viable
Uncle Will, 12/28/2016
2010 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I can't get my head around why our Soccer Moms don't love sliding door vans. This little jewel seats 6 in 3-rows, and everyone can get in and out easily from the back because of the sliding doors. It's very agile, has good acceleration and gas mileage, is cute, sleek, quiet, & comfortable and has amazing interior room for such an otherwise small vehicle. I'm 6'4" and once I'm in I have plenty of comfort, whether driving or a passenger. My 5'4" wife likes how maneuverable and easy to drive it is. It's sad that the Moms elected to drive SUVs and fight their hinged rear doors while loading kids in car seats and worrying about their rambunctious kids using the hinged rear doors to beat up adjacent cars. Like many other things that are 'really good and efficient', the Mazda5 will be a car one day folks will wonder, "why didn't that great little van really catch on with Soccer Moms?" Our 2010 Touring is GREAT! We are now trying to replace it with a used 2015 Grand Touring, but those are hard to find. Better grab a Mazda 5 while you can.
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2010 Mazda5 and still going
MomsMazda, 09/06/2017
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car new 7/2010. I like the car, my only problem with this car and it's not isolated to just my car. It eats tires, even though I keep it aligned and rotate religiously it eats tires. The resale or trade in value is terrible but it has never left me stranded and I haven't put much $ into this vehicle other than your standard maintenance.
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Great Alternative van but with worst suspension
sunnyvaleman, 01/29/2020
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
have had this car for 10 years,Here are Pros and Cons Pro: 1.reliable only had one engine light on on 35K 2. Fun to drive , feel like drive normal car but its van 3. Very good interior with great finished , its still look nice even its been 10 years. 4. Great Cargo space , Cons: 1. Replaced tires for two times already due to easy to off alignment. 2. suspension noise seems to no solution. Recently changed control arms in front and rear shocks in rear. did alignment again
Decent family vehicle
Ajay Rao, 06/30/2016
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Not a ship like the Sienna, Odyssey etc. Very good mileage. Combines spaciousness of a minivan with driveability of a car (somewhat). I would recommend it for a family with active kids (pre-teens).
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Wish they still made them like this
Dan W, 07/06/2022
updated 07/20/2023
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought our Mazda5 in 2014 with 40k miles on it. Eight years and now 155k on the clock, it's still an awesome vehicle, and there's nothing else like it. A lot of minivan shoppers passed it over as "too small", and yes it is smaller than other minivans. But it is also nearly exactly the same size, inside and out, as compact crossovers like the RAV4, CR-V, Escape, Forester and Rogue - some of the most popular vehicles in the country. It has the same (or better) maneuverability and cargo space as those beloved vehicles - but with the added 3-row versatility of a minivan. It's so cleverly packaged there is no penalty for the third row, and it still has room for a full-sized spare tire. The third row seats fold into the cargo floor, or back up, in literally one second. The second row seats recline, move fore and aft, and also fold in less than 5 seconds each. In no time at all I can reconfigure this vehicle to carry four adults and two children, or a small child in the second row with a bicycle or skis next to them (which I have done MANY times) to take my kids biking or skiing - or to transport IKEA flat-packs, or even fully built furniture. Heck, I've used it on several occasions to transport a half cubic yard of garden soil (in bins and buckets, of course). I'm a shorter guy, and I've "camped" in it with one of my kids on a weekend when the weather wasn't nice but we didn't want to cancel our roadtrip. The cargo floor is just short of 6 feet, fully maxed out. My family and I just moved 10 miles to a new home, and only had to rent a small truck for a couple hours to move a couple of large dressers and armoires. Obviously it took a few trips, but the couches and everything else got moved in our Mazda5. Try that with your Camry! And best of all, it doesn't drive like a minivan. It actually handles better than the compact crossovers I named above, and about as well as midsized sedans like the Accord and Camry that don't turn as tight and take up more space when parking. And mine has a manual transmission, something not offered on most compact crossovers in many years. With the manual it hits 60 in 9 seconds, which isn't sports-car territory but is quicker than a lot of the smaller crossovers still offered today. It's actually fun to take the racing line through a corner, ease into the right gear, and blast out of a late apex in this car. And yes this van will smoke the tires off the line (it's a manual!), and can even chirp them on the upshift to second gear. It's excellent in the snow (I live in Minnesota) for a 2WD vehicle. The traction control system does a good job of managing wheelspin and keeping power going to BOTH front wheels in varying conditions, and doesn't overcorrect or freak out when wheelspin does occur. It just reins things in calmly. Stability control also does a good job of keeping the car in line when you do hit the limits, and will even step the tail out a bit in a snowy corner to tuck in the front, avoiding the "snowplowing" understeer effect that FWD cars often have in the snow. Really a driver's car in every way except raw horsepower, and you can't say that about any other minivan. WINTER UPDATE: We just bought snow tires for this car for the first time in years. It is an absolute BLAST to drive in snow and ice now. Snow is where manual transmissions especially shine, and it's even more of a delight to drive. I will take a 2WD vehicles (especially this one) with snow tires over an AWD with all-seasons every day of the winter. I'll offer a counterpoint to one of the reviews complaining about fuel economy. Ours has mostly done better than the 22/28 EPA rating. We lived in the city almost the entire time we owned it, yet averaged upper twenties in town in the warmer months, and mid twenties in the winter. We don't often get less than 25 on a tank. On the highway we generally get 30-33mpg if we keep the speed under 65, 28-30mpg if we drive in the 70s. Worst tank we ever got was on a cross-country trip last summer, going 75mph into a strong Wyoming headwind with a cargo box on the roof. We still got 20 mpg. It's been super reliable. We've now replaced the tires, brakes and shocks a couple of times, but the only non-maintenance items we've had to replace were an engine mount and a cracked control arm. NOTHING else other than oil, transmission fluid, coolant and spark plug changes. I don't think we've spent more than 10 cents a mile on maintenance, as low as any car I've owned including Subarus that really went the distance. Maybe most astonishingly, the ORIGINAL clutch is still going strong at 140k enthusiastically driven miles. MAINTENANCE UPDATE: 155k miles, still original clutch! Finally had to replace the battery that came with it, and we've had an issue this winter with the rear sliding doors not latching properly, something that hasn't happened before. Sounds like the original grease in the latch finally wore away and/or got dirty enough to allow water in, freezing up in the cold and messing with the latch. Just had it in to the dealer yesterday and we think it's fixed now. Pretty minor problems for a car this old. Summary: this car rocks. And it should! the chassis is the same as the Mazda3 (as well as the Ford Focus, the long-gone Volvo V50 and of course the first-gen Mazda CX-5), and we all know how good the 3 is. We intend to take it past 200k (as we have done with other vehicles in the past) and keep it going until the salted MN roads finally eat holes in it. No rust spots so far, though, which is certainly an improvement from Mazdas of the past. Honestly, if we had to replace it today, we'd probably go for another Mazda: a used first-generation (2013-2016) CX-5. With a manual transmission, of course. Summer 2023 UPDATE: now have 170k miles on it, and nine years of ownership. Still get 30-ish mpg highway, mid 20s in town. Engine still sings beautifully, burns no oil even running it up to redline, and we are still on the original clutch (!!), alternator, starter, o2 sensors, etc, still no rust, but we have had some suspension and driveline problems this year, including another strut job, tie rod replacement and a broken axle/CV joint. There is a persistent crunchy noise from the front end going over bumps that we’ve had for several years, and three different shops have looked at but can’t fully fix. We love this car so much we keep driving it though, and on the whole it’s still been exceptionally reliable, even compared with Hondas and Subarus of the past. We are starting to shop for a third car because our teenager will soon be driving, and instead of a CX-5 we might just get another moderately used Mazda5 while we still can - and keep this one going! So much fun to drive with the manual trans. We’ve moved our whole family a couple times recently, and except for a couple trips with a 10’ Uhaul for a few biggest items, we did it all with this car. Hauls most couches, dressers and bookshelves no problem. Now in our new house I’ve used it to haul literally tons of dirt, plants, fence panels, patio pavers … you name it. It will also fit a single 1/2” sheet of plywood, diagonally. We also put a hitch on this vehicle this spring and used it to tow a 6’ diameter barrel sauna (2’ taller than the car once on the trailer) 400 miles home from Michigan! Kept the speed under 60 and it did great! Who needs a hulking, gas guzzling pickup?! Not us!
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Dixon Neas, 06/18/2017
2010 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Good car for shopping and errands or for commuting. Not good for long trips
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The is an inferior vehicle, it is NOT a mini minivan
spine123, 10/09/2011
2010 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
8 of 20 people found this review helpful
This IS an inexpensive, cheaply made & poorly designed SMALL car with sliding rear doors, NOT a 'mini' minivan. If you do research, you will find that Mazda has a big mechanical problem with the rear-end camber that Mazda either will not or can not repair on the Mazda5 (as I experienced with too many trips to 2 Mazda dealerships). It leads to a horrible vibration, poor ride, LOUD noise, & premature tire wear. While the car handles relatively well, the engine is grossly underpowered for this small car. The 3 rows are nice but the front seats are very uncomfortable with very little leg room for the average adult. There is little interior storage. This is a poorly built car. DO NOT BUY!
Zoom Zoom be this Macro/Micro Van
dobedo, 12/15/2009
2010 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After 2000+ miles in a month and half, my 2010 Mazda5 macro/microvan is still zoom-zooming as expected. A reasonably good sized vehicle with a reasonable price tag, gas mileage and standard GT options, it stands to reason that it's a reasonable buy for me, a very reasonable driver/consumer...at least for now. Got me a Garmin GPS instead of built-in navigation system. Missed my old AWD in the snow & rain though. Also, not sure about its reported low reliability rating and tire problems.
Mazda5: Nimble and a great value!
ljmattox, 02/07/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Our new Mazda5 is filling our need for a versatile, fun-to-drive, and economical vehicle. We chose the Sport model as it's the only version with a stick shift, yet even this most basic version includes automatic climate control, four-wheel disc brakes, alloy wheels, traction control plus stability control, and a plush-enough interior for long trips or evenings out with friends. We'll likely use the 6-person capacity only rarely, but still nice to have, while more frequently 4 people travel with plenty of room in very-adjustable captains chair seating. At its price point, no other competitor includes as much content or room. Or seems as nimble-handling and fun to drive on a daily basis.
The Mazda5 = Fun to Drive!
eml5150, 03/29/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought for a family of four replacing an '02 Ford Explorer. We leave the third row seats down 95% of the time and there is plenty of room. The 2.3 is powerful enough to zoom-zoom and acceleration is not as bad as some automotive reviews state; unless you pack it with 6 adults regularly or you're addicted to the throttle it will do just fine. Driving the automatic in sport mode provides better throttle response. Its fun to drive and its handling is impressive. The dynamic stability control and traction control are a safety feature finally available this year. Braking is very good. It stops quick. Don't spend more and settle for less. Mazda5 quality and features are a great buy for the money.
The Best Car Ever
Mommy of 2, 03/30/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got my new mazda5 and is the best purchase ever, my family is normal 2 adults 2 small kids and this van is very good the fuel economy is 30 miles of a gallon my kids get in and out with out help and is very easy to park, enough space for groceries if you are not using the 3 row, and if you using it, still have space for couple things. I recommend this car
Just Bought My New 2010 Mazda5 7/10
luv2drive, 07/20/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Ok so I just bought this, honeymoon isn't over only 1k miles on it. Went on a trip w/family little cramped on room but they have racks & a basket or container for purchase will def.invest in one of those.Overall zipping around town love it,look love it,performance loaded,ran great not a slug. Used to drive a loaded suburban this forces me to not keep as much junk in the back as I usually do. It is easy to clean truly a fun car to drive. I don't feel I'm in a mom car whatsoever, feels like I'm in a little sporty vehicle. Can't say much more than I LOVE IT! You will too but it will force you to keep it clean =@). I have 3 kids one is 16 & tall,very comfy in it and in back row.
An Affordable Fun Family Friendly Sporty Mommy Vehicle
sardidii, 03/06/2011
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
You get what you ask for! I LOVE this vehicle! I had NEVER bought a Brand New car before in my 38years. I DID my research. I wanted a Fun, Safe, Reliable car/wagon/crossover thing that was perfect for a family of 4 with a dog. I wanted something that was safe, fun to drive, good on gas and affordable. I also wanted to have the ability to haul another person just in case i had to. I ended up with this gorgeous Mazda5 and I am so happy with it! I have been asked several times already by people in Parking lots what it was. I fit comfotably in it and i am tall. The sliding doors make it easy for the children to get in and out of. It is fun to drive!
Best Car Ever!
mandydj, 12/18/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love this car! Comfortable to drive, and ride. Great acceloration, great room, I have three kids and I use this car for work, I drive my clients to their apointments, grocery shopping, etc. Love the sliding doors. Very easy, dont have to worry about tight parking spots. I love the back seats, you can put them down for cargo or use them. The only complaint I would say it is a little bumpy, and a lot of road noise on the freeway. Other than that, Its the perfect car.
Best small minivan/wagon I've ever owned
Abe, 05/08/2020
updated 11/09/2021
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2010 Mazda 5 Sport with the 5 speed automatic brand new in January, 2011. It has a little over 80,000 miles on it. Never did the recommended maintenance, other than; Tires, Brakes at 75,000 miles (very easy to do yourself), Headlamp replacement (youtube shows you how), I did spend $700.00 to clean the throttle body and all the other air/fuel stuff. All the engine vibrations and RPM stuttering went away and it drives brand new again! This will be handed down to my daughter in 9 years and I am confident it'll last that long. Noisy cabin from wind and road. Better tires helps a lot. If you find one used, don't hesitate to snap it up. Update - At 89,000 miles and 11 years of ownership we traded the 5 in for a CX-5 turbo. We started experiencing some hesitation and rough shifts. A transmission flush / filter replacement probable would have brought new life into the transmission. Now our daughter gets to upgrade to a speeding ticket magnet.
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Why did Mazda discontinue this model????
codevark, 07/09/2020
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a frickin great car. Smaller than your average minivan, but huge inside with all the back seats down. Like a super-stationwagon, the Mazda5 has somewhat less-than-desireable gas mileage (if they hadn't discontinued it, it would have gotten the skyactiv treatment like the rest of their models, and it would be just about perfect. Why, Mazda, why???? Sliding second row doors make it easy to load groceries and whatever. Ride is great, acceleration is torque-y and crazy, like all Mazdas. Controls make sense, aux input for audio is nice (1/8th jack), voluminous glovebox, storage under 2nd row seats, everything makes sense. Why, Mazda, why????
Strangest danged vehicle I have ever owned.
anglbebe, 04/04/2015
2010 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
It's so light that when you get a strong cross wind it will push you to the next lane. However, during the record snowstorms recently it plowed right through, where other trucks got stuck. Just wish the tires weren't low profile though. Definitely has get up and go, had a co-worker drive for me and they were surprised at how well it handled and it's get up and go. I drive over 600+ miles a week, this car has not let me down yet *knock on wood*.
One more good review for mazda 5
ras1305, 02/06/2012
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
one more good review for mazda 5
mazda 5
asneden, 03/13/2012
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
we bought this mazda 5 from don elliot dealership in wharton,texas . We had a yery good experience! I love this mazda especially the sliding doors they help with my son. If I get another vechile again it will be a mazda 5
Finally has stability control
Maine5, 01/11/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 5 is a unique car that fits the needs of most people. I held out on buying one for many years though due to the lack of stability control. I refused to buy a new car without it. As I was getting ready to buy a VW Jetta Wagon, I read a comparison review that said the 5 finally comes with stability/traction control for 2010. I was sold. Hopefully some of the quality issues reported in past years have been worked out. I have 3000mi on it now with no issues. I was also worried about how it might perform in the snow so I purchased a set of blizzaks for it. Drives incredibly well in deep snow as a result. Far better than paying thousands more for an AWD vehicle with less utility and mileage.
Best compromise
vicenac, 04/01/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We've got the GT for it's leather seats. It is much easier to clean milk spills off of them. We have two kids, 5 and 0.3. A minivan is something way too big for us, but we did want 3 raws seating. This is the best compromise we could find. Besides I've been in love with the looks since I saw it the first time. It's a little cramped. Fitting the rear facing baby seat in the second raw, makes the third raw unusable (almost). Loaded with all of us (plus grandma') there is not much room for stuff. A roof carrier is a must. All in all we feel we struck gold with this one. It fills all our needs and it's easy to park and fun to drive. And it looks cool
All the minivan you need
Braq, 04/13/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After really discussing how much cargo and passenger capacity we need most of the time we found that the Mazda 5 is actually all (and sometimes more then) the car we need. The handling is fantastic, for us the engine power is sufficient for everyday use and the great pay-off is a moderate pricing and good fuel economy.
Lilttle Bit Of everything
CJ Boothe, 04/14/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had a Mazda Protege5 for 6 yrs with virtually no problems. Wanted a bigger, roomier, smoother car with all the 'nicies' hence the Mazda5. Great interior room, very roomy rear captains sets, tight but usable 3rd row, leather heated seats, heated mirrors, moonroof, sport tip-tronic auto trans, fog lights, Incredible Xenon headlights, flawless bluetooth for handsfree phone calls, auto rain sensing wipers, Rear sliding doors, traction control and Dynamic Stability control now added. Excellent features all around in the GT version for 21 grand. After 6 wks mixed driving getting 28 mpg
The most fuel efficient minivan
Alex Povolotski, 04/12/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is Mazda's version to European Ford C-Max. Very nicely executed. The biggest features are sliding doors, manageable size, super fuel savings, and nice suspension. Also, it's not as noisy as other reviewers have indicated. I've driven it with 3 adults and one child on board and the motor stayed quiet if you don't hit it hard. Just remember it's not a sports car. The motor is a big underpowered though, so it takes quite a while to gain the speed after a sharp turn. Interior buttons are large and well positioned though cheaper plastics in the interior kill the whole mood. Suspension is good, eats small bumps very well.
Weekend rental
marco3660, 04/20/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Drove one as a weekend rental. Being relatively tall, this vehicle has excellent headroom. Problem is that, if the seats are cranked up to bring the seat bottom to a reasonable level, the seat also moves forward, significantly reducing front leg room. Also felt that the tilt steering could not go far enough down, even at it's lowest setting. Good points: the car has excellent acceleration, average gas mileage and a large fuel tank which means you can go far between fill-ups. Also has nice storage. I liked the sliding rear doors for passenger egress.
Ideal vehicle
buckshot36, 05/08/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Senior citizen who likes performance and have been more than pleases with my Mazda5. Traded a 2008 Mazdaspeed3 (a great car) due to a requirement for more space. Mazda5 provides adequate (much better than expected after the speed3) acceleration, handles better than many small cars, provides good mileage. MPG has averaged low of 25 and high of 31.6 and provides the extra space that was needed. Will normally only carry four passengers so rear seat not a problem although my teenage grandson has no problem setting there. No problems since purchase.
Good all purpose vehicle
Guy Guytone, 06/30/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Just bought this car at the end of June to replace a Honda Civic 4dr because we needed more room. We are a 3 person family and didn't need a larger car. This is a nice alternative because it doesn't look like a mini van, it looks more like a cross-over, but you get sliding rear doors. It has a lot of room inside, but appears kind of small on the outside. It has 44 cu ft of cargo space with the 3rd row folded, which is how we use it 95% of the time. But its nice to have the 3rd row option if needed, but the 3rd row is best suited for kids. The layout inside is good, very functional, with a lot of nooks to store things. Some reviews complain about the car's power, but I find just fine.
great gas saving mini van
lee, 07/16/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this van due to it came out with 6 seats and great cargo space. Also, it has all safety features I need with very reasonable price. It's fun to drive and gas saving (23-28) , great driver position and great individual seats. It's easy to operate all feature and great rear air con control. Don't expect you could drive like Mazda 3. Instead of, it's great car for family like us ( 2 adult plus 2 teens). Great cargo space if you fold down the 3 row seat. So far, we all like it a lot.
Amazing Vehicle for the Money !
Sammy, 08/02/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought a new 2010 Mazda 5 SPORT Automatic this weekend and I love the car! My wife and I have a 3 1/2 year old daughter and another due in September and we only need 1 car, so I added the "Popular Equipment Package" and "Fog Lights" to give it a "sporty" look and feel and I think the "car" looks and drives that way! The car handles very well in the city and has ample pickup for me. The seating/storage configurations are amazing and I marvel at the interior space that has been designed, it's just "smart". I am not worried about having 2 kids and lots a cargo for long trips in this beauty. If you are considering this car, not concerned about having AWD, it's an amazing vehicle for the price !
Love it!
Alex, 10/03/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I did so much research before finally deciding on the Mazda 5. Economical, trendy, plenty of interior room, and a fun drive. I love the fact that it has the functionality of a minivan but it's easier on the packets (both price and gas mileage). I feel it has great pickup on the highway (as long as you plan on staying within 5 - 10 miles above the legal speed limit the car is great, why would you need more pickup in a family car?). The basic model comes with great features and it so fun to drive! I love it and nothing else on the market would have fit my family so well. We've put 6 in the car with no complaints but I would put kids or shorter/thinner adults in the back row.
Very noisy & bumpy ride
JANIE, 11/14/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is without a doubt the most noisy and bumpy ride that I've ever owned. Just going over a manhole cover can be a teeth-rattling experience. I'm taking it to the dealership this week to have that problem checked out. Very poor suspension? Bad tires? I certainly don't know, but hope that they can do something about it. After driving a Mazda MPV for 8 years, I really miss the cargo space. When I first looked at the M5, I thought that it seemed rather less than the MPV, so asked the salesman how the cargo space compared with the MPV. His reply was, "It's the same". What a lie that turned out to be. Nearly impossible to get my bike into the back - even with 2nd row down.
Noisy, Noisy, Noisy
2010minivan, 01/11/2012
2010 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Air noise makes top skylight window intollerable on any amount of side wind. Front trans-axil noise is very loud with only 20k miles. Dealer says it is tire cupping. So...they cannot fix and the noise is so loud that I cannot hear the radio at a normal volume. Other than the noise, noise, noise, this is a good car to meet my needs. Fuel economy is as advertised. My Mazda truck is a nice quiet truck so I do not have a problem with Mazda.
wife loves this car
russell over65, 12/24/2009
2010 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is our 2nd mazda5 had a 2008gt traded for a 2010gt we both drive this car it is realy fun to drive. Great to park steering is unbelievable. Gas mileage is also very good. I highly recommend this vehicle to any age group. My wife is 65 and I am 69 great to haul grand kids around. Sliding side doors are great for parking lots.
roaring noise
Dwight Goldstorm , 04/29/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Constant roaring noise in the front of the car,which resulted after an accident a month ago. After repairs,which included replacement of one tire, the collision center was unable to find the cause of the roaring noise. As per recommendation by the insurance company took the car to the Mazda dealer where the care was purchased. They replaced a front bearing and an additional tire, but the noise still remains. The tires have been rotated and balanced. The noise is louder at speeds of 65 to 70 mph. The 2010 Mazda 5 was purchased September, 2009. Mileage is 8.739.
Could not have bought a better minivan.
love my car, 08/27/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had a Mazda 3 and I can tell you that my Mazda 5is the best car I have bought so far.. It rides so smooth and the comfort is great for my me and my family. We have 4 kids and the ride with comfort. Love it. I got it in color black beautiful.
It's a mini minivan
Soccer Mom, 11/11/2010
2010 Mazda 5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
A "family" vehicle, I wanted a sportier mom vehicle but something also economical and practical for a family of three. A smaller version of a van. The sliding doors are easy to use for small kids. This is a great kid friendly vehicle. The table between the seats and storage in the seats is great but wish they were a little bigger. There is not enough room for car seats HUGE complaint for me! A stroller will take up the whole back with little room for anything else. The road noise is a bit loud and for a Mazda its not as smooth a ride as I hoped. I do feel safe driving this vehicle. It can be a lot of fun on curvy roads (zoom, zoom, zoom comes to mind.