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2009 Mazda MAZDA5 Overview

Likes:

  • Truly a "mini" van
  • Sliding doors are an advantage in compact spaces
  • Handles like a small car yet seats six
  • The only minivan to offer a manual transmission

Dislikes:

  • little engine that could, if it had a turbo
  • Lack of stability control is a safety handicap
  • Front seats could be more supportive
  • Grand Touring trim can get pricey

Bottom Line

By Bengt Halvorson's avatar Bengt Halvorson, Editor

In assembling this review on the 2009 Mazda Mazda5, TheCarConnection.com's automotive experts read a number of critical reviews and included the most useful information from them. Then the editors at TheCarConnection.com brought their firsthand experience with the Mazda5 ...

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By Bengt Halvorson's avatar Bengt Halvorson, Editor

The 2009 Mazda Mazda5 is an evolution of the people-hauler that Mazda introduced to the market in model year 2006. Variously described as a multi-activity vehicle, a mini-minivan, and a space wagon, the Mazda5 looks sporty and offers room for six passengers in the footprint of...

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Select a Trim:

Trim MSRP / Invoice Fuel Econ
2009 Mazda MAZDA5: 4dr Wagon Man Sport $17,995 / $16,865 City: 22
Hwy: 28
2009 Mazda MAZDA5: 4dr Wagon Auto Sport $19,105 / $17,899 City: 21
Hwy: 27
2009 Mazda MAZDA5: 4dr Wagon Auto Touring $20,920 / $19,592 City: 21
Hwy: 27
2009 Mazda MAZDA5: 4dr Wagon Auto Grand Touring $22,675 / $21,229 City: 21
Hwy: 27

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Other Choices:

With a starting price of just under $18,000 for the base Sport, the 2009 Mazda Mazda5 is quite a deal for a sporty, economical people-mover, provided you watch the options; fully loaded top-line Grand Touring models can top $28,000. Kia has a lineup of vehicles that are especially friendly for urban dwellers who want a lot of people-hauling ability and yet need to fit into a compact-only parking space. The Sedona is one of the few remaining minivans sold in a maneuverable short-wheelbase version. But there's also the Rondo, a vehicle that looks a little odd but does everything right in terms of passenger transport and interior comfort. The Rondo has hinged rear doors, however, and only offers an automatic transmission. The Kia doesn't have the Mazda5's tight handling, though with either of the Rondo's four- or six-cylinder engines, it feels peppier and more refined than the Mazda5. Among other offerings, the RAV4 is one of the few compact SUVs to offer a usable third-row seat, though only for short trips or small kids. The perky Scion xB might suit those who don't really need a third row of seating, as its stylish, boxy body affords a roomy interior.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By Smithers #1, Posted: 11/19/2008

    DSC--just not for US

    Yup, yup: Mazda offers traction and stability control on this model--ELSEWHERE!
    Seriously, Mazda: not only do safety experts state this as a near-requirement, the US is thinking about *requiring* it! Without AWD, DSC is a MUST, at LEAST as an OPTION!
    I *love* this vehicle, but can not, WILL not purchase it w/o stability & traction; instead, I will pay MORE for the perfectly acceptable and reliable and EXPENSIVE Toyota Sienna--where I will get EITHER awd OR traction/stability.
    It is unconscionable, unimaginable that Mazda offers these options, just not in the U.S.

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