Mazda5 2009 Review

Editor's note: This review was written in April 2008 about the 2008 Mazda5. Little of substance has changed with this year's model. To see what's new for 2009, click here, or check out a side-by-side comparison of the two model years.

The Mazda5 minivan is fun to drive. That's right: A minivan that's fun to drive. How can this be? The secret's in its size, as the six-person Mazda5 is significantly smaller than traditional minivans.

The benefits of this approach — sporty handling, minimal body roll and manageable dimensions — are readily apparent after only a short time behind the wheel. There are also, however, some significant drawbacks.

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Types of the Climate Control System
Manual type and fully automatic type climate control systems are explained separately. Check your vehicle's climate control type and read the appropriate pages. Manual Type Fully Automatic Ty ...

Hands-Free Telephone Setting
Mobile phone Mobile phone registration For the registration of a Bluetooth equipped mobile telephone to Bluetooth Hands-Free, refer to “Bluetooth Hands- Free preparation”. Registered mobile phon ...

Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System
Phonebook Usage Phonebook registration Phone numbers can be registered to the Bluetooth Hands-Free phonebook. 1. Activate Bluetooth Hands-Free. 2. Say: [Beep] “Phonebook”. 3. Prompt: “Select one ...