Mazda5 2009 Review
Editor's note: This review was written in April 2008 about the 2008 Mazda5. Little of substance has changed with this year's model. To see what's new for 2009, click here, or check out a side-by-side comparison of the two model years.
The Mazda5 minivan is fun to drive. That's right: A minivan that's fun to drive. How can this be? The secret's in its size, as the six-person Mazda5 is significantly smaller than traditional minivans.
The benefits of this approach — sporty handling, minimal body roll and manageable dimensions — are readily apparent after only a short time behind the wheel. There are also, however, some significant drawbacks.
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The Little Engine That Could
The Miata started its life with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder that grew to 1.8
liters in 1994 and 2.0 liters with the current (third) generation in 2004.
Tweaks over the years, including the addition ...
Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for
use in front or swing it to the side.
Side Extension Sunvisors
The visor extender extends the sunvisor's
range of sun shading.
To use, pull it out.
CAU ...
Safety
Standard safety features include antilock brakes and side-impact airbags.
Traction control and an electronic stability system are included in the optional
Premium Package, which is available on Gr ...