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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Bottle Holder
Bottle holders are on the inside of the
front doors.
CAUTION:
Do not use the bottle holders for
containers without caps. The
contents may spill when the door is
opened or closed ...
The Inside
Because of its preproduction status, Mazda warned that there might be some
imperfect trim pieces in the cabin, but our CX-9 held up well to our scrutiny.
Sport models have cloth seats, and the fir ...
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)
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