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Used 2003 Mazda MPV Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Almost perfection

Cesarito, 12/09/2003
2003 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I compared this van with their equivalent in Nissan and Toyota, and it has better design, and the price is lower. More features than Dodge Grand Caravan. It's an amazing car!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Good van with a very good price

kenh, 07/29/2003
2003 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
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The MPV is smaller than I expected. I had a small wheelbase 95 Voyager, and this seems like it has less room. From my point of view is built more for Asian and European roads than American. I personally like the smaller size and firmer ride. If you’re expecting a roomy, cushy American highway cruiser, this is not it. Handles well, acceptable acceleration, and relatively quiet. So far, no reliability problems of any kind.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Pleasant Surprise

EastRidge, 12/11/2003
2003 Mazda MPV ES 4dr Minivan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
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We previously owned an '00 MPV DX. It was nice, but lacked a few creature comforts. The combination of subtle and not-so-subtle improvements is absolutely fantastic. The extra horsepower, torque and 5th gear in the automatic translate to cleaner shift points and better mileage. We got an incredible deal on an '03 leftover, and are thoroughly enjoying the luxury. If you're considering a minivan and don't need the long wheelbase of a GM or Chrysler product, give this a try. It handles like a sports sedan, and is every bit as equipped as the top-ranked Odyssey.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Well designed compact minivan

madhatter, 09/12/2002
2003 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
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We've owned the MPV for just over two months and it's been great. Very quiet on the inside, you can just about hear the horn. Love the third row seat and the sliding door roll down windows are especially popular with my kids. The well for the third row seat holds grocery bags excellently well. Fit and finish are excellent. The ride is relatively sporty - not in the league of my Ford Contour with its wide tires and stiff suspension - but there is noticable body roll in turns. The interior is quite ergonomic except for the fact that the column shifter partly hides the volume control and sometimes I have tried to "shift" the turn signal lever.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

MPV Best for the Money

Eric Freeman, 07/31/2003
2003 Mazda MPV LX-SV 4dr Minivan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Love this vehicle! Fun to drive, lots of power and has more standard features than any other van I test drove within $3000 of my purchase price. That includes the Honda, Toyota and Chrysler vans! Most will say the Honda is the best van on the market. I say test drive the MPV and you may change your tune. Plus, you will pay the dealership at least $6000 less.

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