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Replying to: medicineman (Sep 17, 2008 4:28 pm) - - - - - - - - - - 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.
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Replying to: maltb (Sep 18, 2008 4:23 pm) |
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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)
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...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 |
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Replying to: conwelpic (Sep 19, 2008 2:58 pm) |
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Can one fit a regular stroller at the back of either Mazda5 or Kia Rondo, with the 3rd row seat still up?
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Replying to: nastacio (Sep 26, 2008 5:04 pm)  
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Replying to: dakota29803 (Dec 01, 2006 11:05 am) We really like this car. I can't believe it is not more popular. It's a shame Mazda doesn't advertise it. If Honda was selling this it would probably be selling 50K-75K a year rather than 20K units. The good stuff: Great value for the price. Pretty fuel efficient, even with the 4speed auto in the 07 model - we have seen about 30mpg on the highway and usually average 23-25mpg in mixed driving. Engine is refined and pretty quiet for a 4 cylinder. Handles fabulously for what it is; the Mazda 3/5 platform is like a poor man's BMW. This is probably my favorite feature of the car. It's not too low and not too high like an SUV. It's shorter than my Acura TL but has way more space efficiency. Love the interior flexibility. Love the sliding doors. We have had it two years and have not even had it back to the dealer once, it's reliability has been flawless. Great visibility. Very maneuverable; very tight turning circle. Needs improving: Some of the stuff that was already fixed - more armrests, center console, heater vents, etc. Plastic is kind of cheap and scratches easily, especially around door panels. Distance between brake pedal and gas pedal a little tight, took getting used to. Occasional thump in front suspension when going over a bump slowly while turning - need to get this looked at. Driver's seat not that comfortable, sometimes tough to get a good driving position. Could always use a bit more power but don't want to sacrifice fuel economy. In summary, we're pretty happy. We also looked at the CRV but didn't want to pay $5K more for similar features, and we liked the lower height and sliding doors. If you like an agile smaller ride but want quite a bit of space, this is your car!
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Replying to: tlong (Sep 27, 2008 10:03 pm) After 3 years of owning 2 (an 06 and an 08) I think that is the best thing, they are not ubiquitous (all over the place), they are very unique Also, if Honda would sell them, I'm sure they would not look as nice  Yes, lower height and sliding doors rule... |
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Rondo - 2,642 units Mazda 5 - 1,080 units
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