Overview & Reviews

The Mazda 5 is a new, affordably priced compact minivan that seats six.

• Low price, generous features list, precise steering, stellar fuel economy for a minivan.

• Can seem underpowered when fully loaded with people and gear, extremely cramped third row.

User Reviews:

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  Great people mover - 2006 Mazda Mazda5
  By Commuter - May 1 - 7:16 am

  My sport model has the automatic transmission and I love it. Shifts are smooth and quick and the performance is fine for me. Doesnt downshift on any of the hills on my commute which I cant say for some previous vehicles. First full tank of gas 26 plus mpg. Thats every bit as good as the EPA estimate, so I cant complain. Im having trouble finding a really comfortable adjustment for the drivers seat, but Im working on it. Great quality, lots of space, smooth quiet ride and willing engine. A lot of vehicle for the money. I love it.

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  Mazda continues to lead the pack - 2006 Mazda Mazda5
  By chicagoaverys - April 30 - 5:10 pm

  As someone who makes it his business to drive a lot of cars out there, I remain very impressed with Mazda. The Mazda5 is a lot of fun and a lot of functional. I cant wait to to get aftermarket toys. The car doesnt need it, but with Mazda always focusing on the individual, instead of bland mass appeal, like some other imports, it should be fun to tweak. My only problem was having trouble deciding between the Mazda3 five door and the "5". They both have a lot of positives. It is just nice to have a crossover vehicle for those of us who dont want to move into an SUV and arent willing to give up the fight and settle into a minivan. The "5" is perfect for my family of 4 and a 90 lbs dog.

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  We Love this Car! - 2006 Mazda Mazda5
  By painter - April 26 - 11:26 am

  We went to our dealer unhappily thinking our lives required a minivan. My husband said MPV or nothing. Whats this one? Its such a wonderful compromise between the minivan and my now-too-small Protege. And the price is AMAZING. All the features my husband "had to have" on my car including the Pearl White color. Mazdas response to the public recall has been more than professional. We werent happy to part with our car, but we feel the company is committed to our safety and am pleased they provided a replacement car. The car is quite zippy and very easy to handle. We have yet to see another on the road although we heard that theyre selling fast.

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  All good except for interior noise - 2006 Mazda Mazda5
  By Avinash B - April 19 - 7:40 pm

  So far 25K miles, going good. Pickup and handling is excellent, very easy and fun to drive. I do however get wind noise seeping through the door frame glass. Has been checked my Mazda several times, looks like a design flaw. Recently, started getting wobbling sound from rear, was told it is the tires getting old.

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  Sport-car like - - - minivan wagon? - 2006 Mazda Mazda5
  By Alex - April 12 - 10:40 pm

  Wow, what a car!!!!!!! Originally, looked around and found wagons with only 2 rows of seats. Looked at minivans, they are too big and hard to park on the street. Gee, saw an ad and went to the Mazda dealership. It looks very very sporty in person. A test-drive made me fall in love with the easy-to-use navigator, little body roll for its side around corners, good acceleration & I like the sport-shift feature of the AT. Man, enough room for really 6 adults & lots of storages & cup holders. Even got leather seat as an aftermarket add-on. Really nice. BTW, nice mpg for my first 2 tanks. Gee, cant wait to get some nice 18" wheelers and spoiler lip!!!!! Mazda rocks!!

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  Good car for price - 2006 Mazda Mazda5
  By Newbie - March 31 - 6:23 am

  This is a good car for the sticker price. I found that the handling was good and the "power power" rating is incorrect. The AC could be more powerful. This is my second minivan & I am not complaining.

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  A Nice Surprise - 2006 Mazda Mazda5
  By Jim - March 19 - 1:13 am

  Looking to save on gas, I traded my Ford Explorer in for my Mazda5, and havent looked back. I have 4 kids, so the seating was a must. Being a man, I didnt want a minivan, and this was the perfect crossover (?) for my needs. Ive had the car for a full year and just over 10,000 miles now. The absolute best feature is that this micro machine drives like a car. I didnt want the spongy van-like drive like in my wifes Grand Caravan, and this car definitely responds when driving. It is a sporty 4-cyl engine and has no problems at all in the city or on the highway. I added window tint all around to defend against Florida summer heat, and the car always draws peoples attention. Love it!

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  Good features for the price - 2006 Mazda Mazda5
  By HL - February 23 - 1:13 pm

  Great alternative to the typical minivan. More fuel efficient and easier to manuever. Fun to drive.

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  Good Value for Money - 2006 Mazda Mazda5
  By TJPJ - February 12 - 5:36 pm

  Overall good value for money. It cost less than what I paid for a new Camry 6 years ago! It has all the features that a family with 1 or 2 kids needs. Would not really recommend if you are traveling with 6 passengers on a regular basis. Sliding doors is definitely a plus point and makes taking the baby in/out quite a breeze. Interior, controls layout is quite nice. Seats are easy to fold and good use of space under the seats.

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  Love it Zoom Zoom - 2006 Mazda Mazda5
  By Howell - February 3 - 6:33 pm

  Traded in a gas guzzling Ford Expedition. Absolutely love it. Fun to drive, easy to maneuver and plenty of pick up. It is a great looking vehicle. Looks like a BMW without the price tag. We plan on driving it forever. Plenty of room for two adults and our two kids!