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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  Good, Not Amazing - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By miniMomma - April 28 - 1:00 pm

  I am really enjoying our new Mazda5, but I am not overly amazed. It is a very small mini van. Our small, umbrella stroller doesnt even fit! I know we will out grow this soon, but it is fun for now.

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  A minivan that is fun to drive! - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By Scott - March 10 - 6:23 am

  I was pretty skeptical that I would ever like a minivan, but we love our Mazda 5. I am amazed by how well it handles and how fun it is to drive. It doesnt have that big bloated feel and look of other minivans. We get better fuel economy than quoted for this vehicle. The good fuel efficiency and availability of a manual transmission is what sold us on this vehicle, but we have been equally impressed with the utility and ride quality. It has a very nimble feel to it that makes you forget you are driving a van.

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  Engine problems - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By cosmin - January 27 - 9:20 pm

  I am totally disappointed about 2.3 L engine . Ive done 12,000 km and before to go to second service I just notice the fact that the oil level was very low. Folks please check the oil level after oil replacement and sometime after next 4000 km . Mazda engine is huge on oil consumption . As soon as you pass the warranty around 100,000 be prepare for orange check engine light to go off. The service manager told me that this is normal! O lord Have mercy! End the guy is still a service manager! Brand new engine taking 1 liter of oil every 5000 km. Guys, take a second thought before to buy this car.

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  Who Needs a Minivan? Not me. - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By JRod - August 28 - 9:13 pm

  Test drove a KIA Sedona first - roomy, good engine, plenty of utility, but the seats KILLED my lower back, more road noise than expected, drove a little wide, and the fuel consumption turned me off. Tried a KIA Rondo. Its more comfy, but the 3rd row is a joke. Tried the Mazda5 - QUIETER than Sedona, comfy seats, handling is WOW, took the road bumps well, mileage saves me $1200+/yr in gas compared to minivan. Highway is little noisy, but better with whole family. 3rd row is decent with LEGROOM + 2nd row adjusts. Perfect for small family and grandpa can tag along inside. Rides nicer than Mazda3. Kids love the windows. Brakes VERY well. I hear it eats tires, so inflate and rotate!

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  I like it, but with reservations - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By jay_gloab - April 12 - 2:45 am

  Overall I like but dont love this car. I like its compact dimensions but wish it was bigger inside. I think when its paid off Im going to get a small four-door economy car to be my daily driver and a used full-size minivan for when I need to haul more people or more stuff. Its easy and relatively fun to drive, and fairly economical - I get ~30mpg on the highway. It has been mostly reliable, but Ive just had to have the rear shocks replaced for the second time in under 50,000 miles, which appears to be a common problem.

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  2 yr follow up review - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By terrimca - September 2 - 11:56 pm

  I gave this car a glowing review a year ago. Recently, Ive experienced several problems which Ive discovered others have encountered too. 1. entire power steering unit needed replacement (covered under warranty) lost power steering suddenly while driving, was restored after shutting and restarting car-known problem. 2. Lots of squeaking rea-rend, dealer repl. rear sway bar bushings. 3. Front seat squeaks fixed but now squeaking again. 4. Tires which I rotated faithfully, needed replacement at 26,000 miles-also common problem. Love the way the car drives but feel like Ive experienced a lot of problems for such a new car.Also not a great car on the snow-at all. Disappointed.

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  Summer Love, Canadian Winters Hate - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
  By mazdarx75 - February 16 - 5:19 pm

  I have Mazda5 09 GT model. I love the styling inside and out on my GT model. Very functional for my family of 4 and a dog. Option for 6 is great when needed as long as it is the exception. Does everything I need in the summer but when cold weather hits, I think of getting rid of it every winter. The power locking sliding side doors, manual sliding, will not work in cold or freezing temps. Took to Mazda and all they did was lube the door latch. Problem did not go away. Door keeps trying to lock even when I am driving. Not a safe feeling when driving and kids are back there. So this is my 3rd winter with this Van and make both doors close, I cannot wash it till spring.