2006 Mazda MAZDA5 Road Test Ratings

EDITORS' RATINGS OVERALL SCORE:

Overall

With Mazda's driving dynamics onboard, this compact minivan is an ideal vehicle for city-dwelling families.

DETAILED EDITORS' RATINGS

Dynamics

Excellent handling, engine power weak, excellent steering

Comfort

Ride slightly firm, seat comfort not remarkable

Function

No power slide, seating flexibility good, but second row not removable, small

Design/Build Quality

Attractive, sporty-looking, nicely finished

DETAILED PROFILE:

Family Friendly Low cost minivan seats six and offers stellar fuel economy.

Cargo Hauler Third-row seats fold flat and second-row seats fold flat and recline.

Comfortable Extremely cramped third row.

DETAILED RATINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING STYLES:

2006 Mazda MAZDA5 Sport 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)