2010 Mazda Mazda5 problems
The Mazda Premacy (Japanese: マツダ・プレマシー, Hepburn: Matsuda Puremashī) is a passenger minivan that was built by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda from 1999 to 2018.
The first generation Premacy was built in Japan and exported to Europe and Asia. A rebadged version was sold by Ford in a few Asian markets (including Japan) as the Ford Ixion or Ixion MAV.
The second generation onward is sold outside Japan as the Mazda5. Ford Lio Ho in Taiwan, which assembles Mazda5 for the local market, adapted a re-badged version as the Ford i-Max from 2007 until 2011.
The first generation Premacy was a two- or three-row, five- or seven-passenger vehicle, while the second generation adds a third row of seats for up to six passengers in American form, and seven passengers outside the United States. Both generations feature near-flat floors, folding or removable second row, and fold-flat rear seats.
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Common 2010 Mazda Mazda5 problems
The 2010 Mazda MAZDA5 has several common problems reported by owners, with the worst complaints categorized as AC/heater, brakes, and electrical issues.
- AC/Heater Problems:
The 2010 Mazda MAZDA5 has one reported AC/heater problem, which involves a loud, vibrating noise from the A/C unit when it's turned on. This issue occurred around 40,000 miles, and the owner had to pay $800 out of pocket for repairs since their warranty had expired.
- Brake Problems:
Although there is only one reported brake problem for the 2010 MAZDA5 on CarComplaints.com, it's worth noting that brakes are a critical safety feature. The NHTSA has received four complaints about brake problems for this model year.
- Electrical Problems:
The 2010 MAZDA5 has one reported electrical problem, with three NHTSA complaints. Electrical issues can range from minor inconveniences to significant safety hazards, depending on the specific problem.
- Engine Failure:
While engine failure is not a common problem for the 2010 MAZDA5, it is worth mentioning as it is considered the worst problem for the Mazda 5 overall. Engine failure had only three reports on CarComplaints.com, but it can be a costly and serious issue if it occurs.
- Suspension Problems:
The 2010 MAZDA5 has suspension problems, with five NHTSA complaints. Suspension issues can affect the vehicle's handling and ride quality, making them an important consideration for owners.
- Transmission Problems:
The 2010 MAZDA5 has transmission problems, with two NHTSA complaints. Transmission issues can affect the vehicle's performance and fuel efficiency, making them an important consideration for owners.
- Steering Problems:
The 2010 MAZDA5 has steering problems, with five NHTSA complaints. Steering issues can affect the vehicle's handling and safety, making them an important consideration for owners.
- Fuel System Problems:
The 2010 MAZDA5 has three NHTSA complaints regarding fuel system problems. Fuel system issues can affect the vehicle's performance and fuel efficiency, making them an important consideration for owners.
- Interior Accessories Problems:
The 2010 MAZDA5 has two NHTSA complaints regarding interior accessories problems. These issues can affect the vehicle's comfort and convenience, making them an important consideration for owners.
- Exterior Accessories Problems:
The 2010 MAZDA5 has one NHTSA complaint regarding exterior accessories problems. These issues can affect the vehicle's appearance and functionality, making them an important consideration for owners.
It's important to note that while these problems are common, not all 2010 MAZDA5 owners will experience them. Additionally, some problems may be covered under warranty, and regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent or address issues before they become more serious.
What is the most common problem with Mazda 5?
The Mazda 5 is not perfect, and its most common problems include a slipping clutch, air conditioning issues, and noise from the chassis.
Is A Mazda 5 a reliable Car?
The probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 10% for the Mazda 5, compared to an average of 11% for compact cars and 12% for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
How many miles can you get out of a Mazda 5?
between 200,000 and 250,000 miles
A Mazda vehicle can last a long time. Mazda vehicles are known for lasting over a decade and between 200,000 and 250,000 miles, with some going even longer than that. The key to a long-lasting Mazda vehicle is to keep it running with proper maintenance and regular service.
Which year Mazda 5 is best?
Here are a few of the best years for the Mazda5 on today's market:
- 2010 Mazda5.
- 2011 Mazda5.
- 2013 Mazda5.
- 2014 Mazda5.
- 2015 Mazda5.
2010 Mazda Mazda5 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mazda Mazda5 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Engine problems
- Tires problems
- Structure problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2010 Mazda Mazda5 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2010 Mazda Mazda5
The NHTSA has received 57 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2010 Mazda Mazda5. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2010 Mazda Mazda5 vehicles.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-03
- VIN: JM1CR2WL1A0
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: On several occasions, most of which happened while in motion, my vehicle has stalled out of the blue with no warning. It seems to mostly happen when I’m slowing down or when I’m making a right hand turn and try to accelerate, suddenly there’s no power to the engine. I have to put the vehicle into park and restart it. Twice while slowing down for a red light. Twice immediately after making a right handed turn, and once, when entering roundabout, after yielding. This is happened at least five times. The most recent incident occurring in August 2023.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-17
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JM1CR2W30A0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The Mazda 5 was in a minor collision. The vehicle rear-ended another vehicle in stop-and-go traffic. Both vehicles were in motion, approximate speed of the Mazda 5 was 15MPH or less. The front seat airbags deployed. The other vehicle had rear bumper damage but the Mazda 5 immediately had smoke and flames under the hood. Thankfully, all four occupants immediately exited the vehicle to safety. The Mazda 5 quickly burned completely. Police and firefighters came to the scene and everyone agreed that the Mazda 5 fire was not commensurate with the extent of the collision and likely speed of impact. I am concerned there was a major safety defect that caused it to be engulfed in flames.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-01
- VIN: JM1CR2W36A0
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: My check engine light came on. We took it to a mechanic who hooked it up to the computer. It read DTC p2096. When the mechanic looked it up, he noticed that there was a recall issued previously on this specific problem. The description said Target EF feedback system to lean- manual and automatic transmission. When plugging in my VIN number it said it was not affected. But my question is if I'm having the same problem and it affected the same year that my vehicle was made, why is my vehicle not on that recall list?
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-19
- VIN: JM1CR2W38A0
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2010 Mazda Mazda5. The contact stated that while inflating the driver’s side rear tire, the valve stem fractured and detached. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to tire shop for assistance. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 165,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-04
- VIN: jm1cr2w33a0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: While driving the car started lurching when accelerating. I noticed somebody else mentioned this recently when their car reached 180,000, which is when mine started doing the same thing. When this started happening my transmission light and my traction control light came on and my car was no longer operable. And by that I mean I could not accelerate or shift the vehicle into reverse, park, or neutral. This happened while driving 60 mph on the highway and almost caused an accident as I could no longer accelerate. I had the vehicle taken to a transmission shop and had the transmission control module replaced, but the car continued to have the same problem.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-20
- VIN: JM1CR2WL2A0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Random intermittent stalling of the car starting about 100,000 miles. Car suddenly shuts down while driving, most notably while decelerating but sometimes while cruising along. It actually surged and bucked once recently, (Dec 2021 ~ 180,000 miles), while pulling up to a stop. This is causing me to feel increasingly unsafe in this vehicle as it could cause an accident since I have no control whatsoever during these occurrences. Very frightening and risky. Have feared for my life a couple times given the particular timing of the occurrence.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-02
- VIN: JM1CR2W39A0
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The glue and seal around back windshield glass is separating. Glass is loose and rattles. This appears to be an ongoing issue with Mazda. The defects can cause window to separate while driving resulting in flying debris hitting another vehicle.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-01
- VIN: JM1CR2W30A0
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Vehicle has a several rust problem for last 3-4 years. It develops mostly on the body panel surrounding the rear wheel on the passenger side. I have come across several other Mazda 5 with similar issue. A mechanic also confirmed noticing this issue with Mazda 5s. The Mazda 5 models after 2010 does not seem to be impacted by this problem though. Additionally my other car, Suzuki Aerio which is much 6 years older (2004 model) that was subjected to similar handling and parking conditions does not have an iota of rust on the body
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-29
- VIN: JM1CR2WL6A0
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: JULY 29, 2019 VEHICLE IN MOTION ON EXPRESSWAY. SUDDEN LOSS OFF POWER STEERING WHICH LEFT ME WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO TURN STEERING WHEEL. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 90 SECS POWER STEERING RETURNED TO NORMAL. EXITED EXPRESSWAY AND CHECKED POWER STEERING FLUID LEVELS. FLUID LEVELS WERE CORRECT ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDATION. CONTINUED TO OPERATE VEHICLE BUT STAYED ON CITY STREETS. EXPERIENCED INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHILE NAVIGATING THROUGH A WALMART PARKING LOT. AUGUST 27, 2019 STARTED VEHICLE AT MY RESIDENCE. VEHICLE IS ALWAYS PARKED IN OUR GARAGE. POWER STEERING NOT ENGAGING. DROVE TO TUFFY DEALER FOR INSPECTION. TECHNICIAN STATES POWER STEERING PUMP HAS FAILED.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-03
- VIN: JM1CR2W37A0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES ON DASHBOARD WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED ON AND WHILE DRIVING.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-01
- VIN: JM1CR2W38A0
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: REAR SLIDING DOORS OF MAZDA 5 ARE FREEZING SHUT WHEN PULLING ON HANDLE DOOR OPENS SLIGHTLY AND FRREZES. DOOR THEN CANNOT BE OPENED OR CLOSED AND THEN HAVE TO DRIVE CAR WITH A PARTLY OPENED REAR DOOR. THIS IS HAPPENING ON BOTH REAR DOORS. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED DURING THE DAY IN A CARPARK. THIS HAS NOW HAPPENED ON 6 SEPARATE OCCASIONS AND IS VERY UNSAFE. DOOR LATCH IS FREEZING AND WILL NOT OPEN OR CLOSE REAR SLIDING DOORS. DOOR WILL START TO OPERATE NORMALLY ONCE CAR IS DRIVEN INTO A HEATED GARAGE AND RETURNS TO ABOVE FREEZING TEMPERATURES.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-30
- VIN: JM1CR2W32A0
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: ****NOTE - VIN AND MODEL LISTED DON'T MATCH**** POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK ## VIN PASSED ## MAZDA 5 2010 ## *TT
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-14
- VIN: JM1CR2WL5A0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I HAVE HAD MY AIRBAG LIGHT ON MY DASHBOARD TURN ON. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME IT DOES THAT. I'M SCARED IT'S GOING TO EXPLODE ON ME WHEN I'M DRIVING. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF THERE'S A RECALL FOR THE CAR I HAVE. DRIVING WITH A SCARE FEELING IS NOT GOOD.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-15
- VIN: JM1CR2W31A0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIRBAG SENSOR IN MY VEHICLE WHEN OFF ONE DAY. I HAVE NOT BEEN AN ANY ACCIDENTS THAT WOULD HAVE TRIGGERED THE AIRBAG. I HAS CONTINUED TO GO OFF AND ON AND IT DOESN'T MATER IF I AM PARKED OR IN MOTION. I HAVE TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AND OTHER MECHANICS (FOR SECOND OPINION) AND THEY BOTH STATED THAT THE AIRBAG SYSTEM IS DEFECTIVE AND WILL NOT WORK PROPERLY IN AN ACCIDENT. I HAVE CHECKED FOR RECALLS AND HAVE FOUND NON. BUT I HAVE FOUND MANY OTHER MAZDA5 2010 OWNERS WHO ARE HAVING THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM WITH THEIR AIR BAGS. I WOULD LIKE FOR SOMEONE TO INVESTIGATE THIS AND ADD IT TO A RECALL, BEFORE SOMEONE IN MY FAMILY IS KILLED OR INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-31
- VIN: JM1CR2W36A0
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: CORRODED TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR CAUSED SUDDEN LOSS OF AIR AND TIRE "EXPLODED" WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT HIGHWAY SPEED. NO POTHOLES, OBSTRUCTIONS OR OTHER IMPEDIMENTS TO CAUSE LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE. RESULT WAS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION REQUIRING DRIVER TO CROSS THREE LANES OF TRAFFIC TO REACH SHOULDER. TIRE WAS "SHREDDED" NEARLY AROUND ENTIRE CIRCUMFERENCE, AND RUBBER CRUMBLED. DEALERSHIP TECH SAID PROBABLE CAUSE WAS CORROSION OF TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR. TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR WAS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON VEHICLE.
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-03
- VIN: JM1CR2WL6A0
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: FRONT SWAY BAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED NO LESS THAN 3 TIMES BY THE DEALER UNDER WARRANTY. THE SYMPTOM IS A CLUNKING OR THUMPING NOISE ON ROUGH OR WASHBOARDED ROADS. THE SWAY BAR IS .908 INCHES IN DIAMETER AND THE WALL THICKNESS OF THE BUSHINGS IS APPROXIMATELY .25 INCHES. THEY ARE RUBBER FROM MAZDA AND APPARENTLY, CHANGING THEM EVERY 20K MI OR SO ARE NOT ADEQUATE FOR THE APPLICATION. SEEMS THAT THERE IS A KNOWN ISSUE BY MAZDA FOR THIS BUT ONE OF THE BUSINING THAT WAS JUST REMOVED 2/3/18 WAS TORN NEARLY IN HALF ACROSS BETWEEN THE SWAY BAR AND THE CROSS MEMBER. IF THESE WERE IGNORED AND THE BUSHINGS COMPLETELY FELL OUT OF THE BRACKETS THER WOULD BE ENOUGH MOVEMENT OF THE SWAY BAR TO CAUSE INTERFERENCE IN STEERING THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE FULLY ARTICULATED DESIGN OF THE SWAY BAR ENDLINKS. THIS HAS THE POTENTIAL TO BE A DEADLY ISSUE.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-01
- VIN: JM1CR2W31A0
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW FREEZING, THE DOOR DOES NOT LATCH. I BEGAN TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND THE DOOR SLID OPEN WITH MY CHILD IN THE SEAT CLOSEST TO THE DOOR. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS VERY ISSUE ON THE 2006 MAZDA 5
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-21
- VIN: JM1CR2WL7A0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIR BAG LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE AND BLINKS FAST IN MOTION, FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED I WAS MAKING A TURN ON CITY STREET.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-19
- VIN: JM1CR2WL1A0
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: POWER STEERING WILL RANDOMLY FAIL WHILE MAKING TURNS. DURING THE TURN, ALL WARNING LIGHTS WILL ILLUMINATE, POWER STEERING WILL FAIL. POWER STEERING FAILURE LIGHT WILL REMAIN ILLUMINATED. VEHICLE IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. WE HAVE AVOID AT LEAST THREE COLLISIONS BY MERE INCHES. AFTER A FEW SECONDS, POWER STEERING WILL RETURN, LIGHTS WILL EXTINGUISH. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIND A FAULT CODE AND HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. VEHICLE IS TOO DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES IN THE PAST SEVERAL YEARS. IT HAS HAPPENED AT SPEEDS FROM 15 MPH TO 55 MPH.
SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-11
- VIN: JM1CR2WL0A0
- Components: SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL MY FUEL TANK WAS CONTAMINAT WITH WATER AND BLACK GOOK I PAYED $900.00 TO HAVE IT FIXED WILL THE PROBLEM IS STILL THERETHENMY AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS BLINKING ON AND OFF AND MY SUSPENCION IS OFF AS WELL THEN I PAYED $923.40 FORA RENTAL ALL THIS WAS PAYED OUT OF POCKET
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-08
- VIN: JM1CR2WL2A0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ENGINE SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. THIS IS ABOUT MY 5TH EXPERIENCE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-15
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA MAZDA5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS THE ENGINE WAS IGNITED, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE PASSENGER AIR BAG FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 155,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-12
- VIN: JM1CR2W36A0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MAYBE TAKATA RECALL - OUR MAZDA 5 WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY OVERNIGHT ON MARCH 12. WE WENT TO DRIVE THE CAR AND FOUND THE ENTIRE INTERIOR OF THE CAR WAS COVERED IN A FINE POWDER. THE GLOVE BOX WAS OPEN. WE CONCLUDED THAT THE INFLATOR FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG POSITION HAD GONE OFF ON ITS OWN. THE AIRBAG ITSELF DID NOT DEPLOY. WE THEN DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE MAZDA DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE, (ABOUT 1 MILE).
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-15
- VIN: JM1CR2WL6A0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG LIT AND BLINKING ON THE DASH BOARD PANEL. I TOOK IT TO MAZDA DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT CHECK BUT I WAS TOLD TO PAY $150.00 JUST TO DIAGNOSTIC TEST PLUS LABOR & PARTS WHEN REPAIR IS WILL BE DONE BY THEM. IS THIS PART OF SAFETY RECALL ? FOR AIRBAGS .
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-22
- VIN: JM1CR2WL6A0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I BOUGHT THE CAR LAST DECEMBER 2015, AND IT IS ALREADY BLINKING. I'M NOT REALLY EXACTLY SURE WHEN IT WAS ACTUALLY STARTED THIS PROBLEM AND I BELIEVED IT'S IN THE DRIVERS SIDE "AIR BAG" .
2010 Mazda Mazda5 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2010 Mazda Mazda5.
- Manufacturer: MAZDA MOTOR CORP
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 MAZDA5 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 29, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 28, 2010. WATER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN REMOVED COMPLETELY FROM THE HARNESS CONNECTOR OF THE FUEL PUMP DUE TO VARIATIONS IN THE FUEL TANK LEAK CHECK PROCESS PERFORMED BEFORE VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. THE CONNECTOR PIN MAY CORRODE, POTENTIALLY CAUSING THE PIN TO BREAK.
- Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO AN INOPERATIVE FUEL PUMP, ENGINE STALL AND THE INABILITY TO RESTART THE ENGINE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP CONNECTOR AND IF NECESSARY IT WILL BE REPLACED AND THE HARNESS WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-222-5500.
Negative 2010 Mazda Mazda5 car reviews
Positive 2010 Mazda Mazda5 car reviews
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I really love my Mazda5! It's so much fun to drive and highly versatile for my growing family. One of the things that drew me to this car was the fact that I didn't have to give up a manual transmission to get a mini-van. Plus, with advertised gas mileage of 22-28mpg, I assumed I could get good gas mileage, especially with a 5-speed. This was really important to me because I was trading in a fuel efficient sedan and didn't want to sacrifice fuel efficiency. However, I have noticed that the car has yet to deliver anywhere close to the advertised gas mileage. In fact, it has not even gotten the lowest value of 22mpg since I purchased the vehicle almost 3 months and 3200 miles ago. It's usually around 19.5 mpg, which is a bit disappointing.
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This is our second Mazda5. We had a 2008 GT and traded it for a 2010 GT. We both enjoy driving this car as it is really fun to drive. The steering is unbelievable and it is great to park. Additionally, the gas mileage is also very good. I highly recommend this vehicle to any age group. My wife is 65 and I am 69 and it is great for hauling our grandkids around. The sliding side doors are especially convenient for parking lots.
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As a senior citizen who values performance, I have been more than pleased with my Mazda5. I traded in my 2008 Mazdaspeed3 (which was a great car) due to a need for more space, and the Mazda5 has exceeded my expectations. It provides adequate acceleration (much better than I expected after the speed3), handles better than many small cars, and offers good mileage. I have averaged between 25 and 31.6 MPG, and the extra space has been a game-changer. Although I usually only carry four passengers, my teenage grandson has no problem sitting in the rear seat. I have not experienced any problems since my purchase.
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Congratulations on your new 2010 Mazda 5 SPORT Automatic! It's great to hear that you and your family are enjoying it. The 'Popular Equipment Package' and 'Fog Lights' were excellent choices to give it a sporty look and feel. The car handles very well in the city and has ample pickup. The seating/storage configurations are amazing and the interior space has been designed very smartly. It's wonderful to hear that you're not worried about having 2 kids and lots of cargo for long trips in this beauty. If anyone is considering this car and not concerned about having AWD, it's definitely an amazing vehicle for the price!
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Congratulations on your new car! It sounds like you made a great choice for your family's needs. The sliding rear doors are a fantastic feature that make it easy to get in and out, and the 44 cu ft of cargo space is impressive. It's great that you have the option of a third row for those times when you need it. The interior layout is very functional and has plenty of storage space. Don't worry about the power, it's more than enough for your everyday needs. Enjoy your new car!
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Sigurd Cassin 2025-01-29
The Mazda has a versatile interior, making it easy to pack a lot into this little car. It's also nifty if you need room for 5 people, including two car seats. When we first got it, the car was peppy and fun to drive. However, we have had some reliability issues, specifically with the suspension. We bought a 4-year-old model with only about 50k miles on it, and we have had to replace a lot compared to our Camry hybrid with almost 150k miles. Unfortunately, we have been plagued with suspension problems over the past couple of years. We spent almost 1k to fix the rear suspension, only to have to replace the entire front suspension, shocks, and struts a couple of months later. I wish I had known Mazda was notorious for suspension problems before buying. Although the suspension has improved, it still doesn't ride like it did. Currently, the car has only about 85k miles.
Paul Robel 2024-08-19
Mazda's version of the European Ford C-Max is a great car! It has sliding doors, a manageable size, super fuel savings, and a nice suspension. I have driven it with 3 adults and one child on board and the motor stayed quiet if you don't hit it hard. It's important to remember that it's not a sports car, but it still performs well. The interior buttons are large and well positioned, although the cheaper plastics in the interior could be improved. The suspension is good and handles small bumps very well.
Lambert Adams 2024-05-02
It's great to hear that this car can handle tough weather conditions, like the recent record snowstorms, without any issues. Although it's light and can be pushed by strong cross winds, it definitely has impressive get up and go. I drive over 600 miles a week and so far, it has not let me down *knock on wood*. The only downside for me are the low profile tires. Overall, I'm happy with my purchase and would recommend it to others.
Dagmar Jacobs 2024-01-03
I had the pleasure of driving this vehicle as a weekend rental. As someone who is relatively tall, I was pleased to find that it had excellent headroom. However, I did notice that when the seats were adjusted to bring the seat bottom to a comfortable level, the seat also moved forward, which significantly reduced the front legroom. Additionally, I found that the tilt steering could not go far enough down, even at its lowest setting. On the positive side, the car has excellent acceleration, average gas mileage, and a large fuel tank, which means you can go far between fill-ups. It also has ample storage space, and I particularly appreciated the sliding rear doors for easy passenger egress.