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Replying to: conwelpic (Feb 16, 2008 5:17 pm) I thought no contemporary Asian designed car would sport one, but at least more console space as you mention. Thanks for the pic! |
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A couple of multipurpose shelves and other stuff. A small/portable stroller (not visible) in between the 2nd row seats "aisle"  Link, in case the image does not come up: http://www.carspace.com/coolmazda5/Albums/mazda5%20cargo/mazda5_ikea_compliance_- - 02.jpg/photo/v./photo.jpg |
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Replying to: coolmazda5 (Feb 16, 2008 3:35 pm) Check out a CX-7 or CX-9! 
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Replying to: maltb (Feb 18, 2008 12:39 pm) Good to know. Fine cars, but I'm not into SUVs so I never checked them out (I drove a CX-7 for a quick test drive but never noticed where the parking brake was). |
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Replying to: conwelpic (Feb 16, 2008 5:17 pm) |
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you will be pleased to know that in the new 2008 Fuel Consumption Guide put out by Natural Resources Canada, that the Energuide Award Winner for the Minivan vehicle class is the Mazda 5. - congratulations! According to the guide the Rondo is classified as a station wagon (KIA states it this way too in their VIN code numbers).
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Replying to: conwelpic (Feb 20, 2008 7:06 am)  It is funny, but if you compare it to any minivan (which I think they have kept the term mini just to distract the consumer) it wins hands-down, except in weight and space Yeah, in the US has also won the "A Lowest True Cost To Own" vehicle for January 2008. Again, compared to "minivans" of course this one costs peanuts, especially gas  . Also regular services are very inexpensive compared to others http://www.mazdausa.com/MusaWeb/displayPage.action?pageParameter=modelsPress&veh- - icleCode=MZ5 And talking about fuel: IntelliChoice Excellent Value and Best in Class Award Winner * Lowest Fuel Costs in Class * Lowest Operating Costs in Class * Lowest Ownership Costs in Class — IntelliChoice.com 02.2008
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Replying to: coolmazda5 (Feb 20, 2008 7:58 am) Having owned/driven it now since October, I've been asked many times "what exactly is a Rondo?" It is asked either by friends who've driven in it and are quite impressed (by its cargo room, driving characteristics, 7 seats, and good mpg) or by friends and family from afar who want to know about my new car. My own tailored answer is that it's essentially a "microvan." Smaller than all other minivans, FWD, 5-7 seating, lots of hauling room, car-like drive. That's how I view it in my mind. It is only un-minivan like in not having an AWD option nor sliding side doors.
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Replying to: garnermike (Feb 20, 2008 8:32 am) It is interesting that you like to name it like that. In general owners want to step away from the minivan category because is not the case i.e. if we review and try to match minivian specifications, but the dreaded (yet extremely useful) sliding door does not help the case in the case of the Mazda5 If we were in Europe or Asia they would have a proper, more realistic classification: - Compact MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle) - MAV (Multi Activity Vehicle) - Space Wagon http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compact_MPV Oh well it will take time I guess (if the Mazda5 and Rondo models don't disappear first in favor of a small SUV or a crossover XX whatever) |
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Just saw this report. IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2008 Kia Rondo was named a "Best Value" by Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com in their annual list of Best Family Cars. Parents cited the optional third row, allowing seating for seven, as just one of the reasons the Rondo is a good choice for families. The full report can be found here; http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/kia-rondo-named-to-parents-magazine-and-- edmundscom-best-family,286202.shtml John
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