Ride & Handling

The Mazda5's steering response is designed to engage the driver. A turn of the wheel delivers a quick change of direction, and there's a fair amount of feedback. The suspension is on the firm side, but it provides a tolerable ride even on the broken pavement that's prevalent near Cars.com's Chicago headquarters.

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    Dashboard and Interior Overview
    Dashboard and Interior Overview 1 - Power window switches 2 - Lighting control 3 - Turn and lane-change signals 4 - Instrument cluster 5 - Air bags 6 - Wiper and washer lever 7 - Hazard warni ...

    Break-In Period
    No special break-in is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy, and life of your Mazda. - Do not race the engine. - Do not maintain ...

    Inside Trunk Release Lever
    Your vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release lever that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk. No matter how careful adults ...