• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Practical yet not the obvious choice.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Suprised by the room inside what is from the exterior a small car.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No - unfortunately the Mazda5 is less practical inside for carrying 3 children (2+2+2 layout unsuitable).

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Honda FRV.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £10,500

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2004

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Preregistered car with delivery miles, but 6 months old.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Friendly and not particularly pushy.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    The engine revs smoothly and accelerates quickly. The car maintains speed with no problems. Visibility is excellent and the cabin light and airy, especially with the glass sunroof. The ride is however slightly too firm and wind noise can be intrusive on the motorway.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The most practical aspect is the ability to easily remove the (light-weight) rear seats.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    The children loved the picnic tables in the back.