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Replying to: maltb (Jun 11, 2008 2:19 pm) Considering how detailed I was in my post, I thought I would get much more intelligent, objective and detailed responses. But, I guess I was hoping for too much. I take it you're a 5 owner?
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Replying to: mrbwa1 (Jun 11, 2008 2:16 pm) I didn't get to drive an EX model. I rented a silver LX, 4-cyl, 7seater model. But, in all curiosity, is the EX really that much nicer? I mean, I'm sure it would offer more options, but does it also come with important things that would truly make it a better car (like an upgraded suspension; retuned steering and brakes, more comfortable seats, better interior materials, etc.)? The Rondo also offers a 6-cyl engine, but, besides its subpar fuel economy and refinement compared to the 5, I didn't find fault with the 4-cylinder. I still liked the engine! There were just too many other things I didn't like about the Rondo LX. (I can't imagine how much worse the economy would be with the 6.) The Mazda 5 Sport is still the same great car as the Grand Touring version minus some frills - still offers the same great engine, 5-speed auto w/manual function, suspension, steering and brakes and even rims, cruise control and an auxiliary port(!). So, choosing a Sport over a GT just comes down to whether or not leather, sunroof, bluetooth, HID/LED lights, auto wipers, etc. are that important to you, you know? For me, it was. I have a GT. But, again, no concessions need be made about the Sport since it's the same car. If what you and others are saying about the difference between an LX and an EX of the Rondo is true, than the same can't be said about the Rondo - and that sucks for LX owners And I am totally a huge fan of the 5's sliding doors! They are SO convenient and easy to use! They open up real wide and offer a level of practicality in them that the Rondo can't provide...especially with kids! Good point! Love them, too. |
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Replying to: bgw (Jun 11, 2008 4:45 pm) As far as towing goes: I mean, really. How many people really tow? What percentage of the american car owner population uses their car for towing? It can't be a whole lot. I can't speak for the area in which you live, but here in NY I hardly ever see anyone towing anything. So, the fact that the M5 isn't rated for towing is a moot point for most people. |
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Replying to: garnermike (Jun 12, 2008 7:00 am) There is another factor I forgot to mention before, why I decided to go with the M5. I called my insurance agent and asked him for the quotes for both the Rondo EX and M5 GT. The quote for M5 was almost 300$ less (I live in MA and the insurance rates suck).
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Egad, my tongue-in-cheek reply to Nissmazlover sure put a bug up his butt, didn't it? "The fact that the M5 isn't rated for towing is a moot point for most people" - it was not a moot point for me. You have to stop putting words in other people's mouths, nissmazlover. Oh wait, I suffer delusions, apparently... I love my Rondo, which is better in every respect than your M5. You love your M5, which is better in every respect than my Rondo. 'Nuff said.
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Oh by the way, nissmazlover, this thread is in the Rondo forum too...
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Replying to: bgw (Jun 12, 2008 12:20 pm) "I love my Rondo, which is better in every respect than your M5" = Delusion 
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Replying to: bgw (Jun 12, 2008 12:20 pm) You love your M5, which is better in every respect than my Rondo. I own neither, but have tested both, and I think it's more than just one person's opinion that the driving dynamics are better with the Mazda5, as is the MPG. One can argue about the interior quality, but most people and reviews I've read indicate that the Mazda5 is better, and the Mazda5 just won a car interior award (just Google Mazda5 interior award). Now if I needed to tow and needed 7 passenger capability, I wouldn't buy the Mazda5 but I'm not in that category, but I guess you are... |
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Jun 12, 2008 1:46 pm)
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