Overview & Reviews

After significant updates last year, the 2009 Mazda 5 sees no major changes.

• More nimble and maneuverable than full-size minivans, convenient dual sliding doors, manageable size for small families, low price.

• Stability control not available, kids-only third row, no second-row bench option, engine can run out of steam when fully loaded.

User Reviews:

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  I love my Mazda 5! - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By kelbrat - August 23 - 4:13 pm

  ... and heres why. Ive been researching a new car for about a year. Needed something for my 2 boys and I to get around town in. I went in knowing it would be small, and it is, and thats whats great. Drives like a car, looks like a Matrix, but better, and adds the convenience of sliding doors. The back seats are Captains chairs, which makes getting to the third row a breeze. Adults CAN fit in the third row easily if theyre not too tall, so dont let that deter you. I paid 18,600 for my Touring, and you cant get a six-seater for any less. No power drivers seat, but its adjustable 3 ways so you can get it fairly comfortable. So cute!

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  Way to go Mazda! - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By Mary Pillow - July 21 - 7:33 pm

  I love this vehicle. Great for moms with kids. Lots of space. Great price!

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  What a disappointment - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By Bethany - May 4 - 2:00 am

  We bought new hoping to have fewer problems arise then our old cars with 150,000 miles. We chose Mazda thinking it was a better built car. The Mazda 5 has terrible road noise. The front wheels rattle like something has come loose. Two different Mazda service shops have not been able to fix the problem. Shortly after purchasing it the gas cap broke and was $45 to replace it not being under warranty. Mazda knows there is a problem with that and the new 2010 have a different gas cap. Now after owning the car only 14 months I had to replace all 4 tires because it was out of alignment. I kept up on tire rotations and had them balanced each oil change. This car is crap!

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  Why arent more people driving Mazda 5? - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By tmca - April 22 - 1:26 pm

  I purchased my 09 Mazda 5 one year ago when the first 09s arrived at the dealership. I have 12,000 miles on the car now. Went from a dodge grand caravan to the mazda 5. I needed a vehicle that got better mileage than the van, wanted it to drive more like a car, have flexible seating and be affordable. We are a family of 5. I love the way the car drives/handles. It gets good gas mileage (30 mpg highway)has flexible and comfortable seating. With the hatchback its even a great car for transporting our 2 big dogs. We will soon be purchasing a roof top carrier--not a great amount of cargo space when the whole family is on a long trip. Why are there not more people driving Mazda 5s? Love Mine!

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  Affordable without much sacrifice - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By Familyof5 - April 7 - 5:36 am

  We have 3 kids and couldnt see affording $30,000+ for a new minivan or a cross-over. This car was much more affordable and will cost much less to maintain. It rides like a car, but has a interior layout like a minivan. We wont be able to tow a boat or carry an 8 wide piece of plywood, but we never did when we had that capability with our previous minivans. The kids love it, but we havent taken the first vacation in it yet, so we may be sacrificing on space and power when the car gets fully loaded with luggage. Im a tall guy and I push the limits on most cars. Leg room and head room could be better, but I fit and I like the feel when I drive.

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  This car is more than a family mini van! - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By ARP - February 11 - 10:56 am

  I might be one of the only reviewers I have read (and Ive read TONS) that does not have a family yet! I am almost thirty and was looking for a bigger car to accommodate more people in the future but also wanted something portable, fun to drive, with great gas mileage. I stumbled onto this car at the Mazda dealership and loved it. I had been interested in a Honda Fit, CRV, or a RAV4. This car was the perfect compromise. My test drive proved this car to be much superior than those I had test driven. My only fear was that I would buy a "mini van." I think this hip car needs its own category. Perhaps call it a giant hatch back. Either way, I love it, and it suits my needs.

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  I Heart My Mazda5! - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By lostshadows - December 7 - 8:16 am

  Just drove it off the lot this afternoon but have test drove it and been eyeing this car for almost 2 years! What can I say...I LOVE it! We have two children and will need to carpool in the fall. The kids love the captains seats and the fact that they can move around and stand up in the car when getting into their car seats. I love the gas mileage, flexibility, and 3rd row. Ive read reviews that mention that its underpowered and the interior feels a bit cheap. Im no car expert but as a mom of two who travels around town with her kids, it is perfect and super peppy for me. Plus, the interior doesnt seem cheap at all. Im loving every bit of this car!

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  Versatile, economical package - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By Mazdone - November 14 - 1:36 am

  Ive only just purchased this vehicle after exhaustive deliberations. While the Mazda 5 is a fine choice as a practical, cheap, do-it-all wagon, construction is borderline flimsy and materials are cheap. My windshield creaks over every bump and the floor, pedals and steering wheel all take turns vibrating as if the car had 100K miles on it and bad tires. I hope to resolve these issues soon...

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  Good value but not a favorite - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By Anonymous - August 16 - 2:00 am

  Purchased in Mar 2009 when sales were really slow. Car was built in Sept 08, so it sat on the lot for a while. With carpet mats and the rear bumper cover, just over $16k out the door. Very good value. Interior doesnt match up to what we had in two previous Honda Accords and our 2004 Camry. I purchased snow tires already after reading how junky the OEM tires are; is there a new car that doesnt have junky OEM tires in this price range? Despite 5spd auto, car is sluggish. 22-24 mpg in mixed driving. Manual shift mode is useless. Only had power steering failure happen to us (knock on wood); covered under warranty. Bought this car mostly for value and chaffeuring kids.

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  Dont believe all cons - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By aftrshck021 - August 4 - 3:43 am

  Most company reviews say if youre over 6 ft tall you will have no room in the 5. WRONG! I am 64" and have plenty of room to spare. With the steering wheel tilted up and the seat back I actually have to much room and still plenty of head room,I just wish the break pedal was slightly to the left more about an inch. I wear 14 wides. It doesnt get in the way it would just give more peace of mind of not getting caught on it. overall I recently just got it and my wife got a kia rondo. My Mazda is a lot more comfortable especially the headrests. being tall the angle of the kia headrests kills my neck