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Summary
Even after their children have left home, more and more people are finding it hard to give up the carrying capacity and convenience of a minivan. The Mazda MPV is perhaps the ideal sort of minivan for so-called empty nesters. It offers a more refined ride, and its smaller overall size makes it easier to handle. The power roll-down windows in the side doors are what an adult rear-seat passenger expects. The tumbledown rear seat is really convenient, both for increasing cargo space and as a rear-facing bench for a tailgate party.The MPV is also a logical step up from a station wagon for someone who wants more interior space and greater ride height, without the harsh ride and poor handling of a SUV.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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DX ($20,675); LX ($22,800); ES ($26,280) |
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Engines:
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2.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags standard; side-impact airbags, ABS optional |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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LX ($22,800) |
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Standard Equipment:
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anti-lock brakes, heated power mirrors, power door locks with remote keyless entry, height-adjustable driver's seat, rear privacy glass; AM/FM/cassette/CD stereo |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Touring Package ($1,855) includes 16-inch alloy wheels, P215/60HR16 all-season tires, front side-impact airbags, security system with immobilizer, carpeted floor mats, wood-grain trim, 9-speaker sound system; rear air conditioning ($595) |
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Destination Charge:
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480 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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25730 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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160 @ 6250 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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165 @ 4250 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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18/23 |
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Wheelbase:
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111.8 |
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Length/width/height:
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187/72.1/68.7 |
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Track, f/r:
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60.8/60.8 |
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Turning circle:
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37.4 |
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Seating capacity:
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7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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41.0/59.8/40.8 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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39.3/60.8/37.0 |
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.0/46.9/35.6 |
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Cargo volume:
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127.0 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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twist beam |
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Ground clearance:
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5.4 |
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Curb weight:
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3677 |
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Tires:
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P215/60HR16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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18.5 |
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