Mazda 5 (2005 - 2010) 2.0d Sport 5d (2006/55) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Nothing much. Cheap? Practical?

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

No one has commented - anonymous.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Not the diesel - we exchanged it at the dealer for a petrol version which is less gutsy but easier to drive and live with

What are you likely to buy next?

6 speed petrol version launched 08.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£15,000

When did you buy the car?

May 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes - ex demo. Only problem was car was not fit for purpose and dealer was aware of likely issue with our proposed short school run use, yet failed to inform us at the time. Sold a diesel.Needed petrol.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Ex-demo at competitive price

What was the dealer like?

Fine other than the fact that they sold us a diesel model knowing that it was likely to be a problem - the later traded it at cost to a petrol version which has been great.

What's it like to drive?

Disaster. DPF problems emerged - dealer said must take the car for long runs to clear the DPF each day! If it is to be used for shortish school runs the diesel is not suited. Get the petrol model!

What's it like to park?

Fine

Have you had any problems with the car?

Yes - repeated problems with the diesel paticulate filter clogging as a result of the series of short runs the school run represents. This brought on an engine warning light and trips to dealer.

What's most practical about your car?

Sliding doors and intuitive heating and ventilation controls. 7 seats vey easy to change around.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Sliding doors.