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#1156 of 1355 Test drove a 5 today by bostnwhalr Apr 27, 2007 (12:14 pm)
Really, really liked. Very nice handling vehicle. Definitely on the short list. I just want to check out the FWD Ford FreeStyle and believe it or not, the new Scion xB.   Question: I've seen others talk a bit about roof racks, but has anyone tried the dealer installed roof rack? Do people like them. From the pictures, I wasn't too thrilled with the location, given the fact that their fixed. Wish one could have greater distance between the two bars. I ask because I haul a 17' kayak.   I know Yakima makes a custom kit, but I've heard that it rubs the paint off the rear doors or something to that effect.   I wish they made the 5 with roof rails so that you could add your own Thule or Yakima cross bars. Both the Odyssey Sienna and Freestyle (among others) offer them. Yes, it might hurt the 5's good looks, but it is still a mini-minivan and not a Miata.   Any thoughts.
#1157 of 1355 Should have posted question under accessories by bostnwhalr Apr 27, 2007 (12:18 pm)
Sorry, the above message should have been posted elsewhere. I'll repost there.   And no, I didn't feel it was underpowered on the highway. Of course with 4 of my larger friends onboard.....
#1158 of 1355 width of 2nd row seats? by deirdref Apr 28, 2007 (5:38 pm)
Replying to: sonodad (Aug 17, 2005 9:00 pm) Could somebody do me a huge favour and measure the width of one of the 2nd row seats, across the bottom and the back? I'm considering buying one and want to be sure my daughter's extra big car seat will fit ok.   Thanks!!!! Replies to this message: jeffpurd (Apr 29, 2007 4:23 am) deirdref (Apr 29, 2007 1:08 pm)
#1159 of 1355 Re: width of 2nd row seats? [deirdref] by jeffpurd Apr 29, 2007 (4:23 am)
Replying to: deirdref (Apr 28, 2007 5:38 pm) by my rough measurement - about 19" wide. My daughter's monster Britax Marathon seat fits on it fine and results in a great height for loading her in 40 times a day. This is actually one of the nice things about the 5's second row being captains chairs - you can slide them forward and backward with the child seat on it. We were looking at a Saturn Outlook's second row bench - and for third row access - the second row essentially collapses/folds-up which seems great but my wife pointed out that this wouldn't work real well with a child seat in that location (good to have someone with common sense along when I'm car shopping). Replies to this message: deirdref (Apr 29, 2007 1:08 pm)
#1160 of 1355 Re: width of 2nd row seats? [jeffpurd] by deirdref Apr 29, 2007 (1:08 pm)
Replying to: jeffpurd (Apr 29, 2007 4:23 am) Thank you so much! We have a Britax seat for kids with special needs (Traveller Plus), I measured and it's 20" wide. Hopefully it will work ok, guess I'll have to try it to be sure. It does have the Latch system so maybe that will help.
#1161 of 1355 growing segment... by jeffpurd May 30, 2007 (6:02 pm)
http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070524/FREE/70521005/1024/LATESTNEWS   Citroen has the Picasso also...
#1162 of 1355 Mazda5 indoor toxicity by daharon Jun 21, 2007 (1:28 pm)
http://www.healthycar.org/vehicle.searchmodel.php?getmake=Mazda   Seems the M5 isn't exactly the nicest place to spend time in if you intend to breathe. I bought mine to carry a couple of new babies in. Now what? Thanks Mazda, for using all those toxic flame-retardants. At least I didn't buy a Scion xB, which scores the worst.   Look elsewhere on that site for explanations of what the chemicals are, what they do to you and how they break down. If I keep the car, I'm thinking of getting it tinted and using a windshield reflector to keep the heat down. In the meantime, you'll see me with all the windows open....
#1163 of 1355 2008 Mazda 5 details... by sir_timbit Jul 26, 2007 (2:41 pm)
From Mazda's media site. I wonder when it'll be out. I'm willing to wait to get some of these features that are not available in the 2007 model, such as the 5 speed auto tranny and improved fuel econ, rear air vents, heated mirrors, alarm, Bluetooth, armrests (hopefully they mean the front passenger armrest), MP3 audio input jack, etc. Quite a number of nice improvements!   http://media.ford.com/mazda/article_display.cfm?article_id=26425&make_id=227   2008 MAZDA VEHICLES AT A GLANCE    MAZDA5   Introduced in 2006, The MAZDA5 is a three-row, six-passenger multi-activity vehicle infused with sports car inspiration that efficiently transports people and equipment like a large SUV. MAZDA5 demonstrates Mazda’s infusion of stylish, insightful and spirited vehicles. The 2008 MAZDA5 adds a freshened exterior design, five-speed automatic transmission, rear cool air vents, improved gas mileage, arm rests, standard auxiliary audio input jack, and new interior and exterior colors.   The MAZDA5 is powered by an all-aluminum 2.3-liter, four-cylinder MZR series engine, producing 153 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque, shared with the popular MAZDA3. Inside, the MAZDA5 offers a flexible seating arrangement and a flowing wedge-shaped body with solid proportions, defining the vehicle as unmistakably Mazda. The MAZDA5’s large sliding doors and low floor allow for fluid ingress and egress, and a one-touch walk-in mechanism offers easy access to the third-row seats. Pricing for the 2008 MAZDA5 will be announced at a later date.   New or enhanced for 2008:       * Freshened exterior design     * Five-speed automatic transmission     * Rear cool air vents     * Improved gas mileage     * Arm rests     * Standard auxiliary audio input jack     * LED taillights (Touring and Grand Touring)     * New exterior colors – Copper Red, Golden Sand, Stormy Blue, Sunlight Silver, Crystal White Pearl     * Two new interior colors – Black or Sand           o cloth seat upholstery (Sport and Touring)           o leather seat upholstery (Grand Touring)   In addition, all 2008 MAZDA5 Grand Touring models will be equipped with standard:       * Security alarm     * Bluetooth hands-free phone system     * Auto on/off headlights     * Heated door mirrors     * Rain-sensing wipers
#1164 of 1355 Driver's View by kivo Jul 29, 2007 (6:11 am)
I don't own a Mazda5 yet, but I took a test drive and liked it very much except I could not see the end of the hood. Has that been a problem for anyone? How about parking? Thanks. Replies to this message: deirdref (Jul 29, 2007 6:34 am)
#1165 of 1355 Re: Driver's View [kivo] by deirdref Jul 29, 2007 (6:34 am)
Replying to: kivo (Jul 29, 2007 6:11 am) You can raise the height of the driver's seat. I forgot about this until recently. I'm 5'1" and find it makes a big difference.

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