Overview & Reviews

For 2003, power sliding doors are an option for both the LX and ES trim levels. A towing package and a cargo organizer are two other new options. Also, an alarm and engine immobilizer are now part of a security package, and a cassette player is available on the ES trim level. The LX trim now rides on 16-inch wheels. Inside, floor and cargo mats are now standard on both trim levels, while outside, you'll see a new exhaust tip.

• Compact and maneuverable, confident handling manners, roll-down windows in the sliding doors.

• Limited maximum cargo capacity, lacks some features found in the other minivans.

User Reviews:

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  Best Value - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By TEast - March 15 - 2:00 am

  We compared the Odyssey, Sienna, and MPV with the help of this site and local dealers. By far, this was the best value-8K less than comparable Odyssey and 10-12K less than Sienna. I love the sporty ride, the kids love the comfortable "slide by side" captains chairs and DVD and my husband loves that it fits in the garage! Dont let the smaller size discourage you--the well in the cargo area can hold a lot of groceries!Check out the 4 seasons options--has rear heater controls for the kids.

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  Best of Everything - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By MPVluvr - February 7 - 10:00 am

  Did extensive research before settling on the MPV LX - typical comparo, Honda, Toyota, etc...Honda turned me off right off the bat, dealers demanding near MSRP (for a minivan, are they high?), and were aloof on top of it all. One test drive of the MPV, and I was sold. Unbelievable vehicle, fit and finish (typical Japanese build quality), handling, driving dynamics are outstanding. The fact it is so underrated only helps buyers like us, who know better and can get these at cost.

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  Hirams Review Excellent - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By Hiram - January 18 - 10:00 am

  Excellent Mini-Van. Excellent Performance.

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  Its still a van, but I like it! - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By MPV owner - December 26 - 10:00 am

  With 2 kids, a van was the logical next step, but I went into the buying process kicking and screaming. Only thing I dont like -- the center console is pretty much worthless -- no place to put my sunglasses for example - - you lose the sunglass holder when you get the sunroof.

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  Test drove the rest and bought the best. - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By Rude Dog - December 22 - 4:03 am

  I do not like minivans but my wife wanted one. After testing the Honda, Toyota, Nissan and Kia I liked the drive and creature comforts of the Mazda. Some of the features that blew my mind away were the acceleration and handling. For a minivan this thing hops! The interior is nice and there are plenty of cupholders. We havent had any problems with the MPV and would recommend one to anyone looking for a minivan.

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  I love this minivan - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By sonict - November 19 - 10:00 am

  I am very satisfied with this minivan. Its so much fun to drive. I actually prefer driving this minivan over my 2001 Maxima. A lot has been said about its underpowered Ford V6, but I have found it to be very capable and smooth. To be fair, the Duratec has been tweaked by Mazda engineers. And this minivan is made in Japan. Fit and finish is excellent.

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  SWEET - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By PINMAN - September 6 - 2:00 am

  NOT THE BIGGEST MINIVAN OUT THERE, BUT THE PERFORMANCE AND HANDLING ARE EXCELLENT. THE HIDE AWAY THIRD SEAT CREATES A NICE CARGO AREA. MY WIFE SWORE UP AND DOWN SHE WOULD NEVER BUY A MINIVAN, NOW SHE ABSOLUTELY LOVES THIS VEHICLE !!! WE SPRUNG FOR SOME OF THE EXTRAS, POWER DOORS, IN DASH CD CHANGER, WHICH PUSHED THE PRICE A LITTLE HIGH (THE WIFE HAD TO HAVE LEATHER...) BUT THE BASE MODEL IS AN EXCELLENT VALUE VEHICLE.

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  MAZDA MPV - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By t walsh - August 31 - 2:00 am

  Comfortable on long trips. Good seating position reduces fatigue. The automatic side sliding door make putting an infant in the car much easier. Good handling. Good looks for a minivan. The interior is simple with good fit and finish. I drove a 1889 MPV to 210,000 mile with few problems. It was a rare 5 speed, manual transmission. I got 170,000 mile out of the original clutch. I hope the new one will repeat this reliability.

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  Love my minivan - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By Jilene - August 2 - 2:00 am

  This has been a great trouble free vehicle.

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  loved this van - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By jd - July 17 - 5:20 pm

  We bought our MPV used with 50000 miles on it. We have not had any major problems other than a sensor on the gear shift went bad and the auto sliding doors quit working, cost 500 to fix. It was really nice on long trips and had plenty of power. In the winters we lost 4 mls per gallon and the check engine lite would come on, then in spring all would be fine. We had planned on keeping it for a long time till a kid ran a stop sign and hit the back fender of the van at 60 mph. We spun around a few times and hit a telephone pole. The van was a loss but my 6 yr old and i walked away with a few bumps. I hate to see it go and now my wife wants a volvo.....