Overview & Reviews

The MPV received a handful of changes for 2004 and moves into 2005 with only a few option package alterations.

• Manageable size, lots of interior storage, decidedly unminivan looks, roll-down windows in the sliding doors.

• Lacks the features, passenger/cargo space and power found in its competitors, noisy engine, clunky transmission.

User Reviews:

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  Mazda MPV - 2005 Mazda MPV
  By Patty Barnes - April 4 - 9:50 am

  My Mazda MPV van is just the perfect size for my husband and me. There is room for his wheelchair, groceries, our grandchildren, the dog or the 2 cradles we just brought home. The seats are comfortable, and he can lay back and rest while Im driving. There is plenty of room to stretch out and carry lots of luggage when going on a trip but its small enough to zip through traffic.

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  28.9 mpg on first tank of gas - 2005 Mazda MPV
  By jat - February 24 - 9:46 pm

  First tank was 28.9 mpg highway miles from Ohio to West Virginia. Going from a SUV to a van I thought I would be disappointed. The van was great and handled well.

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  The Perfect GUV (golf utility vehicle) - 2005 Mazda MPV
  By retiredgolfer - May 27 - 12:43 pm

  Im retired and the primary use for my vehicle is to take me and my buddies to and from golf. Ive had a pickup for years, but decided I wanted something that would keep the clubs/carts inside and have the capability to carry more than 2 golfers in comfort. Tried several different SUVs and smaller station wagons but none had adequate cargo capacity for my needs. Tried some other minivans but they seemed too big or too pricey. Stumbled on the MPV and found it perfect at the right price!

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  great package - 2005 Mazda MPV
  By william montgomery - April 4 - 7:40 am

  Being an older couple with the desire to have a van and not be burdened by difficult driving with a large vehicle, the MPV we have is perfect. It can handle our family needs and is a pleasure to drive and park in our city environment. The external update for 2004 is really neat. Just enough "sass" to make it interesting.

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  Zoom-Zoom van - 2005 Mazda MPV
  By pjnemt - March 21 - 10:00 am

  I only wish Ford, Mazdas parent company built more cars like this. Car is built with the Ford Duratec 3.0 liter V-6 on the modeo chasis from europe

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  Great Minivan! - 2005 Mazda MPV
  By Loren Hanson - December 9 - 3:33 pm

  I was amazed at the excellent engine performance. The ride is great and the turning radius is almost as good as my Focus. It is by far, in my opinion, the best looking minivan. We use it for golf every week and its a perfect size for us. We have no complaints and feel that we got the right vehicle for us.

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  My Mini Van - 2005 Mazda MPV
  By MePreshus - September 13 - 5:10 am

  I loved the Mazda MPV so much that I searched in 3 states before I found any used ones. I drove 200 miles to pick it up, and have never looked back. I have 4 kids and we all have plenty of room, and that includes 2 car seats. It was the look and the features of the MPV that had me hunting it after seeing a used one at a near by car lot (It was already sold. We will be trading it in unfortunately in about 6 months, but the good news is - it will be on another MPV. Kudos to Ford/Mazda.

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  The Best - 2005 Mazda MPV
  By Wally Greer - August 22 - 9:53 am

  Tried to buy an 07 but found out Mazda quit importing these to the US. Bad mistake but my new 05 will do me fine. Mine was a dealer loaner and was like new. I put 250000 miles on my 94 MPV so I expect this one to do the same. This vehicle has everything in the same spot so there was no learning curve. Pulling a trailer is no problem. I use this for camping and everyday use, at 62" I find it roomy and very comfortable on long trips. The sticker said 25 mpg and I find this to be true even pulling a trailer. I get the same mileage in the city too. The middle seats are a snap to get out.

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  Its really nice but could be great... - 2005 Mazda MPV
  By Aaron Strasswimmer - August 9 - 11:23 am

  My wife and I shopped for a minivan for over a year. We needed more seating space than our Saturn VUE provided us. We didnt want to get a van that was oversized so we focused on the MPV, Kia, Caravan and even considered the new Saturn Relay. After driving them we decided on the Mazda by a landslide. Weve taken it on a few trips now and it is very comfortable. I really cant tell why Edmunds says "clunky transmission." I havent found it to be that way at all. We would recommend it to anyone looking for seating of up to six regularly.

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  We Love This Car - 2005 Mazda MPV
  By Ray - January 28 - 8:10 am

  My wife and I had been looking at others like the Sienna and Odyssey, but found the MPV a great value. Its just about the perfect size for my family. The power is good, though I have to agree with others that the transmission is a little sluggish. It handles quite nicely and the ride is quiet and comfortable. We purchased the "All Sport Package", the "LX Plus Package" and the DVD system. After rebates and some dealing, we paid about $9,000 less than a base Toyota Sienna LE. Overall this MPV has the most bang for the buck!