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#562 of 799 Rondo and Mazda 5 sales for US for August 2008 by conwelpic Sep 03, 2008 (1:57 pm)
Mazda 5 - 1,324 Rondo - 3,508
#563 of 799 2008 Rondo vs. Mazda 5 by beezer2 Sep 14, 2008 (11:57 am)
Well I can't compare the Mazda as the local dealers haven't had any in stock for months. I did compare on paper however, and liked the Rondo more. 3 weeks ago I test drove an EX model with the 4 cyl. and liked it and bought it. Now after approx 2000 kms here is what I find is hard to overlook and needs improvement: When you open the doors the dome light only lights up the back seats. The steering wheel needs to be telescopic as I have to put my seat closer to it than I like in order to be a comfortable reach. The passenger seat needs to be adjustable for up and down as is the driver's seat. My wife and I both find that the front edge cuts in to our thighs after about an hour's driving. We therefore switch seats to alleviate this. The 4 cyl. sometimes lacks sufficient acceleration depending where it is in the power band. However, I can live with these shortcomings as both my wife and I find the vehicle to be excellent overall. We have our 2 grandkids, ages 4 and 2 yrs. weekly and appreciate the wide opening doors and storage/cargo space. We really like the expansive glass area even though it feels like we're in a greenhouse when it's sunny. We're having the windows tinted aftermarket soon. The vehicle is surprisingly quiet inside. A good thing because the radio is not overly powerful sound-wise. It is easy to handle and tracts nicely and is smooth on good roads. It does jar a bit on rougher roads and bumps though. I'm not sure why here in Canada the powertrain is only warranted for 5 yrs./100,000 kms (62,000 mi.) while the U.S. model is warranted for 10 yrs. and 1000,000 MILES. I doubt that there is a difference in the drivetrains. Are Canadians harder on drivetrains than our American cousins? I think it's quite unfair on Kia's part and I aim to pursue this with them and would urge Canadian drivers to do the same. The fit and finish appear very good for the class and we are very satisfied with this vehicle. Replies to this message: palko (Sep 15, 2008 1:31 am)
#564 of 799 Re: 2008 Rondo vs. Mazda 5 [beezer2] by palko Sep 15, 2008 (1:31 am)
Replying to: beezer2 (Sep 14, 2008 11:57 am) What kind of gas mileage are you getting on this i-4? Both city and highway? I realize you'll probably report this in imperial gallons. (an imperial gallon= 1.2 US gal) Thanks and good luck on this vehicle.....palko
#565 of 799 by medicineman Sep 17, 2008 (4:28 pm)
Didn't think I would ever poke my head in here again after all of that noise a few months ago or whenever that was (when some dude was flame-baiting Rondo owners), but I found an article that's very relevant to this thread, which is the first ever "Rondo vs. Mazda5" article I've seen from an American website. I've posted links before to comparison articles from the Canadian press--adventurous types can try searching this thread for those links.   The Truth About Cars: 2008 Kia Rondo EX vs. 2009 Mazda5 GT Replies to this message: coolmazda5 (Sep 18, 2008 1:51 pm) maltb (Sep 18, 2008 4:23 pm) riproy (Sep 18, 2008 7:14 pm)
#566 of 799 Re: [medicineman] by coolmazda5 Sep 18, 2008 (1:51 pm)
Replying to: medicineman (Sep 17, 2008 4:28 pm) Rondo = Minivan?   Mazda5 takes almost 10 seconds to stroll from 0 to 60 mph?   (Mazda5 5MT: 0-60MPH 8.53 Sec)   Rondo more fun to drive than the Mazda5?   OK, sold
#567 of 799 Re: [medicineman] by maltb Sep 18, 2008 (4:23 pm)
Replying to: medicineman (Sep 17, 2008 4:28 pm) That article makes a very good point: If you are 6'3", your choices suck. - - - - - - - - - - I know, it doesn't suck, but that word made my statement. I guess I'm just glad that I stopped at 5'10" so I could enjoy a Mazda5 for a while. Replies to this message: riproy (Sep 18, 2008 7:14 pm)
#568 of 799 Re: [maltb] by riproy Sep 18, 2008 (7:14 pm)
Replying to: maltb (Sep 18, 2008 4:23 pm) I am 6'3" and i am OK in the Mazda5. Could i use a little more leg room? Yes. Do i need it? No. I don't think i would buy this car if i was any taller. The passenger side is even worse.
#569 of 799 Canadian August Sales - Rondo and Mazda 5 by conwelpic Sep 19, 2008 (2:58 pm)
a big surprise this month as the Rondo outsold the Mazda 5 quite extensively:   Rondo: 1,087 with YTD of 7,323 (this now brings it to over 15,000 units since its introduction to North America in November 2006. Mazda 5: 747 with YTD of 9,757   (just viewed the 2009 Rondo and picked up the '09 brochure) Replies to this message: coolmazda5 (Sep 22, 2008 7:26 am)
#570 of 799 Typical trip to the beach by coolmazda5 Sep 21, 2008 (7:33 pm)
...before gets too cold in this area   Road sightings during the weekend:   6 Rondo "Minivans" (multiple colors and trims), 3 seemed rentals (could see the barcode on the left rear window and usually no rear license plate frame). No kids in any of them   Zero Mazda5s   232 Camrys   Seen more Rondos on the road on a daily basis, starts looking an ubiquitous car at least in my area
#571 of 799 Re: Canadian August Sales - Rondo and Mazda 5 [conwelpic] by coolmazda5 Sep 22, 2008 (7:26 am)
Replying to: conwelpic (Sep 19, 2008 2:58 pm) KIA Canada seems to be cashing on the fact that Mazda CA cannot get enough Mazda5s in inventory, good for KIA...

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