New for 2012

The Mazda5 has been fully redesigned for 2012. It features all-new exterior styling, a new interior design and a larger four-cylinder engine that makes more power and torque than its predecessor. The Mazda5 is offered in base Sport, midlevel Touring and top-of-the-line Grand Touring trim.

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    Driving Sideways and Other Assets
    As always, the MX-5 has rear-wheel drive with excellent front/rear weight distribution. At roughly 52/48 (51/49 with the hardtop), its bias is toward slight understeer, which keeps things safe. An ...

    Center-Rear Position Seat Belt
    Before using the center-rear lap/shoulder belt make sure tongue (A) and anchor buckle (B) are fastened. Fastening the Seat Belt 1. Grasp the tongue (C). 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder be ...

    Convertible Commentary
    As mentioned, our test car had the retractable-hardtop roof, and Mazda's implementation of this type of roof has a few advantages over those from other manufacturers. First of all, it's fast; it ...