I find it very responsive and easy to drive. Its light and pretty quick, it doesnt feel like a big car.

Mazda 5

Price New £17,275 - £21,560 Used £4,515 - £15,848
Spec
Wheelbase 2750 mm
Length 4505 mm
Width 1755 mm
Height 1615 mm
Weight 1535 kg
Engine Size 1998 cc
Power Output 140 bhp
Torque 360 Nm    266 lb-ft
Top Speed 122 mph

Mazda 5 Review: A Minivan for the Family

In Europe, particularly in the United Kingdom, compact cars, also known as minis, have enjoyed huge popularity even before the new century set in. With the region’s world-renowned narrow streets and limited parking space, it’s no big mystery why people in this part of the world prefer to drive around in minis. With increasing gas prices, downsizing to go for smaller vehicles, which of course take up less fuel, has also proven to be quite a smart move.

The marketing geniuses at Mazda have taken all these things into consideration and came up with the Mazda 5, one of the most trusted minivans in Europe today. Let’s take a look at what it has to offer.

Aesthetics

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The Mazda-5 is, at first sight, considerably smaller in size compared to the other minivans available these days. But don’t be fooled by its appearance. This Mazda has the capacity to carry six grown passengers. It has the signature sporty look that Mazda has long been known for.

There are basically three trims to choose from, the high-line (Grand Touring), the mid-level (Touring), and the base (Sport). The Grand Touring model boasts of automatic wipers and xenon headlights, heated front seats, leather upholstery, and Bluetooth. The Grand Touring model also enjoys a touch-screen navigation system, just like the Touring model. The Touring model has everything the Sport model has, with the addition of a sunroof, leather steering wheel wrapping, and a CD changer. The Sport model includes automatic climate control (including rear-seat controls), ABS, 17-inch alloys, a steering wheel with tint-and-telescoping capacity, six-speaker accessories (including an auxiliary audio jack plus CD player), and full power accessories.

Steering Power

The Mazda 5 offers pretty remarkable stuff. It provides ample car-like handling, something most minivans can’t give. The steering around the middle is a bit slow, but you’ll get used to it – and the accurate chassis and smooth ride over rough surfaces more than make up for this downside.

Performance

Road tests show that the Mazda-5 can fall short of high expectations when engaged in higher speeds. But remember that as a minivan, its target market consists of families, people with kids who have no business trying to get neck-in-neck with anyone on the road. In short, it’s designed for people who, supposedly, won’t bother with going at high speeds. What you should take note of is the fact that this particular Mazda creation is a fuel economy that’s more superior compared to any other minivan’s.

Quality

Because it’s a Mazda model, there’s no reason to worry. The sliding doors’ exposed hinges should be of no concern; the materials used have passed the highest standards and road tests have been many and rigorous.

Practicality

The Mazda-5 is hit among people who value practical investments. Not only does it come from a trusted automobile brand, its minivan features prove to be some of the best on the market. Its compactness makes it easy to handle and park, and its roominess is perfect for its target consumers.

Minivans are the way to go. With families getting bigger, fuel prices increasing, and no road space opening up anytime soon, the Mazda 5 is an ideal solution to the problems of modern driving in the United Kingdom and the rest of Europe.