The Mazda5 is basically a mini-minivan, with sliding doors and a vertical liftgate out back, in addition to styling reminiscent of minivan. Offered in Sport, Touring, or Grand Touring trims, it's powered by a 2.5-liter, 157-hp, four-cylinder engine with available six-speed manual (Sport only) or five-speed automatic. Second row bucket seats can recline and slide while 3-row side-curtain airbags provide protection for everyone on board. Standard safety features include anti-lock brakes, electronic stability and traction control, seven airbags, engine immobilizer and adjustable head restraints at all seating positions. The Grand Touring trim adds automatic Xenon headlights, rain sensing wipers and a security system.

                                                    2012 Mazda MAZDA5 Grand Touring
 
The Mazda 5 handles better than the meager steady-state cornering figure of 0.81 g would suggest. Turn the steering wheel, and the front tires change path without delay. All the controls and responses are in harmony, making it easy (and fun) to wring the most out of the Mazda 5.

                                                     2012 Mazda MAZDA5 Grand Touring
 
A Mazda 5 with a manual would be quicker, of course, and less expensive, too—the manual is only available in the $19,990 Sport model. More important, its mere availability is a reminder that Mazda is one of the few brands that continue to cater to people who care about driving. That mind-set is evident even in the slushbox-equipped 5 that we tested. Most of the fun of the Mazda 3 is here, only with about 500 extra pounds.

                                                    2012 Mazda MAZDA5 Grand Touring

                                                                     2012 Mazda MAZDA5 Grand Touring

                                                                 2012 Mazda MAZDA5 Grand Touring 

Pricing Information
MSRP: $24,025
Invoice: $22,495

Technical Specs
Engine
Standard Engine: 2.5L I4
Standard Transmission: 5 Speed Automatic
Cylinders: 4
Horsepower @RPM: 157@6000
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 21/28
Combined Fuel Economy: 24
EPA Class: Two Wheel Drive Minivan
Number of Valves: 16
Torque @RPM: N/A
Fuel Type System: Gas Engine / Electronic Fuel Injected
Turbo (Yes/No): No
Overdrive Transmission: Yes
Battery Output: N/A
Compression: 9.7:1
Displacement: 2489/152
Bore X Stroke: 3.50×3.94
Cruising Range: 381.6 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A
Power to Weight Ratio: 22
Final Drive Ratio: No
Valves Configuration: Dual Overhead Cam/Twin Overhead Cam
Supercharged: No
Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A
Electric Torque RPM: N/A
Electric HorsePower BHP: N/A

Standard Features
Anti-Theft & Locks
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Engine Immobilizer
Selective Locking/Unlocking
Power Liftgate Lock/Unlock
Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch With Automatic Locking
Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors

Braking & Traction
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via ABS and Traction Control
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
Front Power 300-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 302-mm Solid Disc Brakes
Traction Control
Brake Assistance
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Vehicle Stability Control System

Doors
Dual Manual Sliding Van Doors

Electrical
Battery
Audio Pre-Wiring
Front Power Outlet
Cargo Area Power Outlet

Engines & Emissions
Roadside Assistance Warranty For 36000-Miles, 36-Months
Extended Service Interval For Distributorless Ignition
2.5-Liter, I4, VVT, 16-Valve, DOHC, EFI Engine; Front/Transverse Mounted With Horsepower Of 157@6000, Torque Of 163@4000, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Head

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
Front Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
Radio Antenna
Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices
AM/FM Radio With 6-Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3 Player; Sirius(R) Satellite Radio (Includes 4 Months Of Service)

Exterior Lighting
Front Halogen Foglights
Automatic Headlights With Automatic On/Off
Low Beam Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights With Manual Leveling

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
Front Air Dam
Rear Spoiler
Side Sill Extensions
Front and Rear Body Color Bumpers
Body Color Grille

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Second Row HVAC Ducts
Second Row HVAC Controls
Interior Pollen Air Filter
Automatic Climate Control

Instrumentation
Trip Computer With Dual Trip Odometers
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio and Cruise Control
Voice Activated Controls For Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices
Warning Lights Include Door Ajar, Low Fuel and Oil Pressure
Audible Warnings Include Seatbelts Unfastened
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Tachometer
Tire Pressure Monitor
Digital Clock
Cruise Control
Trip Computer With Average Fuel Consumption, Miles To Empty and Dual Trip Odometers

Interior Lighting
Front Map Lights
Illuminated Entry Includes Ignition Key Surround
Delayed Courtesy Lights
Interior Load Area Light

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
Second Row Carpeted Floor Mats
Leather Located On Shift Knob
Leather Steering Wheel
Front Carpeted Floor Mats
Third Row Carpeted Floor Mats
Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Cargo Area
Leather Trim Located On Shift Knob

Remote Controls & Remote Releases
Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock, Illuminated Entry and Liftgate
Remote Fuel Door Release
Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Remote Liftgate Release

Safety
Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
Side Guard Door Beams
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor Activated By Weight
Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Active Head Restraints
Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
Front and Rear Crumple Zones
Front, Second and Third Row 3-Point Seatbelts
Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters
Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
L A T C H

Seats
Theater Style Rear Seating
Third Row 50/50 Split Folding Bench Seat With Adjustable Headrests
Leather Seats
Driver Manual Lumbar Support
Second Row Dual Reclining Folding Bucket Seats With Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Armrests
Front Dual Reclining Heated Bucket Seats, Driver Side Manually Adjusts 6 Ways Total With Driver Adjustable Seat Height, Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Center Armrests

Steering
Tilt Steering Column
Power Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Telescopic Steering Column

Storage
Second Row Underseat Storage With Fold Out Table
4 Front, 2 Second Row and 2 Third Row; 8 Cupholders Total
Coinholder
Front Dual Door Mounted Storage
Cargo Organizer With Fold Out Table
Front Passenger Seatback Storage Pocket
Cargo Area Cover
Front Open Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
Illuminated Glovebox

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top
Front Power Glass Slide Moonroof

Suspension
Front Stabilizer Bar
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers

Towing/Trailering & Payload
4685-Lb Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

Transmission
Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission
5-Speed Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive and Floor Mounted Shifter

Wheels & Tires
Interior Spare Tire Mounted Under Cargo Floor
Compact Spare Tire
SBRP205/50R17 89V Toyo All-Season Tires
Alloy Wheels, 17-In. X 6.5-In.

Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Front Dual Sunvisors
Rear Window Defroster
Front Dual Vanity Mirrors
Rain Sensing Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Power Windows With Driver One-Touch Up, One-Touch Down
Manual Sunshade Located On Moonroof
Power Window Lockout
Rear Window Fixed Intermittent Wiper/Washer
Dual Body Color Power Heated Adjustable Exterior Rearview Mirrors

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