Vehicle Overview

After taking a year off, the Mazda5 small minivan is back for the 2012 model year in redesigned form. It has room for up to six people in three rows. Though it does have sliding side doors, the Mazda5's closest competitors include small hatchbacks and crossovers as opposed to regular-size minivans.

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    Moonroof
    The moonroof can be opened or closed electrically only when the ignition switch is in the ON position. WARNING: Do not let passengers stand up or extend part of the body through the open moonr ...

    Automatic Type
    Type A Type B Control Switches Temperature control dial This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. NOTE: Turn the dial completely left to se ...

    City Driving
    City driving is the Mazda2's forte. I drove the Mazda2 with both available transmissions: a five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic. Obviously, having the right gear on hand for quick maneuve ...