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Summary
The Mazda 5 is an impressive package in this price range. It seats six yet takes up less space than a minivan and costs less to buy and operate. The Mazda5 Grand Touring version adds a touch of luxury to this otherwise utilitarian package. We'd recommend it to small families with kids under five or six years old. NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from Huntington Beach, California, with correspondent Kirk Bell reporting from Chicago.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Mazda5 Sport ($17,995); Mazda5 Touring ($20,920); Mazda5 Grand Touring ($22,675) |
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Engines:
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2.3-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4 |
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Transmissions:
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five-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual-action frontal airbags; front seat-mounted side airbags; three-row coverage, side-curtain, head-protecting airbags; collapsing pedals; middle- and rear-seat child safety seat anchors (LATCH); tire-pressure monitor; antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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none |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Hiroshima, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Mazda 5 Grand Touring ($22,675) |
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Standard Equipment:
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leather upholstery; heated front seats; automatic air conditioning with pollen filter; leather-wrapped, tilt-and-telescope steering wheel; manual driver-seat height and lumbar adjustments; cruise control; power door locks, windows, and outside mirrors; heated exterior mirrors; AM/FM/CD stereo with six-disc in-dash changer, six speakers, and auxiliary input; power moonroof; steering wheel-mounted cruise and redundant audio controls; carpeted floor mats; rear liftgate spoiler; side sill extensions; fog lamps; second-row fold-out table/cargo net; automatic xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps; rain-sensing wipers; wireless cell phone link |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Sirius satellite radio ($430); navigation system ($2,000); rear bumper step plate ($50) |
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Destination Charge:
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670 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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25825 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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153 @ 6500 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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148 @ 4500 |
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Transmission:
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five-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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21/27 |
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Wheelbase:
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108.3 |
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Length/width/height:
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181.5/69.1/64.2 |
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Track, f/r:
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60.2/59.6 |
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Turning circle:
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34.8 |
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Seating capacity:
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6 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.9/52.9/40.7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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39.2/58.3/35.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.1/40.9/30.7 |
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Cargo volume:
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70.9 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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not recommended |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, MacPherson strut, coil springs, gas-pressure shocks, stabilizer bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent, multi-link, coil springs, gas-pressure shocks, stabilizer bar |
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Ground clearance:
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5.5 |
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Curb weight:
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3475 |
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Tires:
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P205/50VR17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/solid disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist |
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Fuel capacity:
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15.9 |
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