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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Downsized from a Chevy Minivan - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
By Linda M. - December 31 - 10:26 pmWe purchased this a week ago, and so far, so good. I got tired of lugging around a big minivan at 15mpg local, just to do mostly local errands, little league, lugging furniture from IKEA, etc. My family of 3 takes a 3000 mile road trip every year or two, and I did not want to sacrifice the comfort & cargo area of a van. The Mazda 5 seems like the perfect solution. Better mileage, sleeker (drives more like a wagon than a van) and I dont have to give up the cargo space I am used to having. I have used less than half a tank of gas so far, and cannot yet evaluate the true mileage. Much easier to park than a full size van.
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Wish I had gotten it sooner! - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
By baumer3 - November 1 - 2:16 amI am absolutely thrilled with this car! Ive only had it a few days but I wish I had gotten it 2 years ago when my baby was an infant. By far, the best thing about this vehicle is the sliding doors and second row bucket seats. Access to the carseat is perfect and it is so easy to get the baby in and out. Having bucket seats (with armrests) gives plenty of elbow room. The center console in the second row is also great for feeding the baby in the car. Love the storage compartment under the seats too. I drove it on a 4 hour trip and loved the armrest and steering wheel controls. The hatchback allows easy access (already changed the baby back there!). Love this car!
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Basketball Mom finds the right vehicle! - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
By MomsMazda - May 23 - 11:26 amAfter a lot of research, and looking and driving everything...I stumbled upon a 2009 Mazda5! Roomy, fun to drive, great mileage, cool looking, fantastic level of standard equipment, seats 6 comfortably, plus equipment. I couldnt find a single thing wrong with it, everything was perfect, the fit and finish, paint, assembly. The stereo is supurb, the automatic rain sensing wipers are cool, handling is great, too!
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Excellent Vehicle - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
By Sherry - March 18 - 8:46 pmThe vehicle is very comfortable and has lots of room for adults and teenagers in the front 4 seats. Ive also had Grandchildren in it and the space is wonderful. Everyone has more space than they could possibly need. I had a flat and they put a lot of thought into the spare and carrying the flat without the vehicle getting dirty from it. It has a built in area for the spare that doesnt let it touch carpet... and a strap to keep it in place. The alarm let me know I had the flat. I couldnt feel it. Vision is great especially when we go to the mountains with the windows all around. My insurance dropped because its built safer than the toyota I had. More features than other cars. Pd 15k cash!
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One of the Best Buy - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
By soon2familyof4 - February 23 - 2:46 amThis is a smart vehicle and one of the best buy in current auto market. I got the sport (A) at a price 2K lower than many midsize sedan sold in my area, like camry, accord, and altima! The 5 is very functional with a combination of minivan and samll SUV. However, I have to admit that some stuff needs to be improved. For example, the front AC wind direction is hard to adjust (I prefer the design of camry in this case).
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Excellent choice for smart buyers! - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
By Georgiana Fratiloiu - December 21 - 8:53 amExcellent car overall. Nice interior, comfortable, very pleasant exterior design, good audio system. We love it.
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Our 2nd Mazda5! - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
By GottaLoveIt! - August 24 - 6:53 pmWe bought our 2007 Mazda5 afer running into it at the dealership, and not knowing what the heck it was. We were looking at the MPV van. We were amazed at the versitility, my wife was able to take my daughters basket ball high school team members to games in comfort, even tho some were pretty tall. The last row was a bit limited in the leg room area, but smaller girls did fine! It ngot great mileage, loads of cargo room (Christmas trees!) and build quality 2nd to none!
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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 pmI love this vehicle. Great for moms with kids. Lots of space. Great price!
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Why arent more people driving Mazda 5? - 2009 Mazda Mazda5
By tmca - April 22 - 1:26 pmI 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!
