For The Mazda 5 looks smart and handles well, as well as having a decent amount of space in the cabin. You get lots of standard equipment for your money, too.
Against The ride is slightly firm, and many rivals have cleverer seats and better-quality cabin plastics.
What Car? says
The Mazda 5 is good to drive and will do a decent job of providing reliable family transport. However, there are rivals that do the important things better.
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There are 5 Mazda 5 versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
Mazda 5 buyers have the choice of two petrol engines. The cheapest - a 1.8 - is no ball of fire, but it’s reasonably perky low down in the rev range and delivers adequate acceleration. The direct-injection 2.0 is stronger, but it takes its time to build up revs, and doesn’t feel that much faster. It is a lot cleaner, though, so running costs will be lower, although it costs a lot more to buy in the first place.
The vast majority of buyers will choose the 1.6-litre diesel engine, though, because of its lower running costs and stronger resale values.
All three trim levels are crammed with kit, and even the basic TS trim (only available with the 1.8) comes with air-con, alloys, remote central locking, four electric windows and cruise control.
TS2 comes with parking sensors, automatic lights and wipers, climate control and Bluetooth, while Sport models have sporty styling, powered sliding doors and leather seats.
Reader test team says:
Mazda 5 MPV 1.8 TS 5dr
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