• Summary

    1 out of 5 1.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Nothing, it was meant to be a reliable safe bet over 5 years.

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

    Nothing of note.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, because of the reliability issues, the amount of time it takes for Mazda to agree to repair a car that is under their warranty and the legth of time it takes to get parts to carry out the repair. Quite shocking.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Not sure

  • Buying experience

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £7,900

    When did you buy the car?

    June 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    yes, the car was one year old with delivery mileage and substantially discounted.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Mazda reputation for reliability

    What was the dealer like?

    I travelled from Scotland to Kent to get the car / spec I wanted but they failed to supply carpet mats, locking wheel nuts as per the specifications of the car. very disappointing.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Nice steering and handling but ride is shockingly firm.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Yes, two diesel fuel pumps- off the road for 9 weeks in total and a pump for the wash wipe.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The amount of space is very good.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    No real gagets on it.