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2012 Mazda Mazda5 consumer reviews

$19,625–$20,625 MSRP range
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(52 reviews)
90% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.2
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.7
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My Ford Focus wagon replacement ! Awesome !

Bought second hand , very good gas mileage, great performer, One major issue to date July 2018 Sorry ! Low beam lights periodically disappear and only Hi beams. Having that dealt with. Very annoying to us all.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

This car is very big and confort. the ideal car for the whole family. excellent to travel or to use in the city, you will want to have it forever

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Mini Mini Van

The car drives great and interior is very large for the size of the car. I think it is just the right size for my wife and I.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great for a Family of four

I love Mazda! The gas mileage is good, and it is great to pick up and drop off the kids. It also has enough room for us to add two of their friends. This is a great way to get sliding van doors and still have the feel of a car. I also have a Toyota Camry the the feel is very similar. I got the grand touring model, and I added a android link radio with a backup camera. The factory radio sucks. I love the heated seats and the sunroof by the beach. This car isn't a head turner as far as looks go, but it is a smart buy.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Compact minivan

Compact Minivan. Three rows of seats make the interior very functional for my wife and I. We keep the third row seats folded down and this opens up a large cargo area but if needed the third row is available. Operation of the seats are very easy. The car/Minivan drives very well and rides nice for the size of it. Very Happy with the vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Perfect size for our family.

This car handles well and is a perfect size for our family. We've gone on many road trips now and are impressed with both highway and in-town performance. My friend commented on how smooth the ride is, compared to her car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Great Family Car Without the Bulk of Minivan

Great car for the young family with two sliding doors, center bucket seats and 3rd row. Does not have the minivan handling or bulk, drives like a car. Fits in tight places and has spunk on the highway.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Frugal family hauler

No major mechanical issues, just normal maint. Brakes are noisy and it's not ideal for over 4 passengers. It does corner pretty flat compared to other vans but the 4 Cyl leaves something to be desired.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Love my new car

Bought a used Mazda 5 and LOVE IT. Lots of space for our family of 5 but not huge like a van or a gas guzzler like most SUV's. Leather interior, sun roof, fold down seats and the heated seats are going to come in handy on those cold nights coming home from the ski hill! I've only had this car for a few weeks so interested to see how it handles these Canadian winters! FYI yes I'd recommend this car but it won't let me select yes!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Love this car!

This is our second Mazda5. It's the absolute perfect vehicle for us. Babysitting our 3 grandchildren means the third row seats and safety features are a must. It's easily converted when extra cargo area is needed. Not the best gas mileage but not the worst. All-in-all a great car. Too bad they stopped making them in the US. My only complaint is that the seat belt cuts across my neck (I'm short) so I'm constantly adjusting it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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