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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    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 ...

    Monitoring and Maintenance
    qConstant Monitoring The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system: - Crash sensors, and diagnostic module (SAS unit). - Front air bag sensor. - Air bag mo ...

    Power Steering Fluid
    Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level CAUTION. To avoid damage to the power steering pump, don't operate the vehicle for long periods when the power steering fluid level is low. NOTE. Use speci ...