Under the Hood
The 2.0-liter four-cylinder in the Mazda3 i has variable valve timing and develops 148 horsepower (144 hp in PZEV form). The Mazda3 s uses a 2.3-liter four-cylinder that pumps out 156 hp. A five-speed manual gearbox is standard, and a four-speed automatic transmission with a manual-shift provision is optional for the Mazda3 i. The 2.3-liter engine can mate with a five-speed automatic.
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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 ...
Battery
WARNING.
Read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or
inspecting
to ensure safe and correct handling:
Always wear eye protection when working near the battery:
Workin ...
Exterior & Styling
The sliding doors say "minivan," but many see the Mazda5 as a wagon. Minivans
tend not to set hearts aflutter, but there's one thing I appreciate about the
2010 Mazda5, and that's its st ...