2014 Mazda 5 Sport Review - The Minivan You Can Have FUN In!

My thoughts on the 2014 Mazda 5 with the 2.5L inline 4 and 5 speed automatic transmission
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[@jayespi37]

I have an 09 and it's still fun to drive and reliable! I dip through traffic with this thing and never loose traction!Has 200k on the clock and still pulling strong 😊

[@reedstemen]

I daily a 2012 5 Sport with the six speed manual. Lowered on H&R springs, it’s the best car I have ever owned, such a practical and fun car. 215,000 miles, still running strong, will do solid burnouts.

[@moizmohd5858]

Mazda needs to bring this back.

[@jimmyhimawan8365]

Totally agreed! So frustrated that in U.S. we can’t find any : small minivan with awd & hybrid! We need a smaller minivan that are more practical & economical!

[@damilolaakanni]

I doubt it will sell well. It's a minivan, which a lot of people don't want because crossovers, but it's smaller than the current competition, which will be a deal breaker for most minivan buyers. But the few people who will buy this will enjoy it.

[@SirBrass]

As long as they keep the manual transmission option but include it across all trim levels

[@altagamaeventos-denver7918]

Yep! Just add it: automatic slide doors and a hybrid option/AWD option too

[@juansalazar6336]

Like seriously!! Mazda 5 needs to come back! My parents had one and I always loved driving it. I drive a 22 Mazda 3 hatchback Turbo and for me, it doesn't compare the fun I had with the Mazda 5.

[@tokanada]

I'm happy to see a modern review of this unfortunately forgotten minivan. Also, you forgot about the fancy lift up seats the second row has!

[@ibmtpx24]

You are probably thing about Honda fit magic seats? Mazda 5 2nd row seats have little compartment for center cup holder and stash but the seats do not lift up..

[@tokanada]

@@ibmtpx24 Nah, I'm talking about the compartment. By lifting the seat cushion up you can fold the second row down which was falsely said as not a feature

[@okamsrazor22]

@@ibmtpx24yes, but tbh its not straightforward or even clear in the manual.

[@joshuawright8990]

I’ve owned a 2012 Mazda 5 since it was brand new. Rock solid reliable car. Still my daily driver after a little over a decade.

[@DerekFletcher1]

watching this in 2024 and we are about to buy one. Couldn't be more psyched about this purchase. Our previous car is a 600,000 km camry which I loved dearly.

[@ChristopherEvans-650]

I have the 2015. Have driven it across the USA 7 times and get 32-34 mph on the highway. Bought it in 2018 from Hertz at 90,000 miles. Now have 189,000 miles. Have only done routine maintenance and new set of tires on it. Very reliable.

[@heatherj3030]

I just got my 2015 last month. I love it!

[@ibmtpx24]

2015 sport trim owner here. It is the most practical vehicle with small footprint (Honda fit / KIA soul are great but a bit too small on the highway). I replaced the stock radio with a $70 Android unit and now I have offline navi, rear camera, front and rear dashcams. It is fairly simple and being the later year model of its generation most of the minor bugs were already addressed.

[@mohamedsawar7022]

Hello. would you mind sharing the model name of the Navi screen you bought? and how did you connect it?

[@ibmtpx24]

@@mohamedsawar7022 I had my installation details and diagrams documented in www.mazdas247.com/forum/index.php?threads/need-2015-mazda5-sport-stock-stereo-head-unit-wiring-diagram.123871713/#post-6686457 7918 is the model. There is no brand name. Lots of cheap ebay chinese android units are like that. Just don't get the WinCE one.

[@cridenh2owo257]

My parents got a brand new Mazda 5 in 2014 because we needed three rows of seats but didn't want the expense of a full bonified minivan, but wanted something brand new. They custom ordered the stick shift model because they're what I call "stickshift puritans." It's a very niche car which is why it didn't sell well and discontinued in 2015, but we've been thrilled with it. From living in a small town for most of it's lifespan, it's racked up 195k miles and it's still going strong. The only major service it had was a clutch replacement at 180k, which is likely due to both me and my older sister learning to drive stick on it, so you can imagine that did a number on it. It may not be the most powerful thing in the world but it's still fun to drive.

[@arinpatel4508]

Same

[@thirdpedalnirvana]

The Mazda 5 is an absolute hoot. I think it's more fun than the same era 3, although that's probably just because it has the big engine and drives exactly the same while being a minivan. My wife wants a Mazda 5 manual as soon as we start a family. We will fly across the country to get one if that's what it takes.

[@Youtubeduude]

Saw one near philly recently!

[@BenGreggSweden]

Great review! I currently own my second Mazda 5 (a silver refreshed version that came out in 2012, which replaced the original 2006 version that I had previously). Totally agree-these are so much fun to drive! My wife and I are now planning to move back to Sweden in the Spring (with our two daughters, ages 6 and 3), and I’m still convinced this is the best car for us, so I’m pleased to see that most of the used Mazda 5 models that I’m seeing for sale there all have manual transmissions! 😃

[@bitemyshinnymetalass1569]

This is exactly what I'm thinking. I'm in the market for a used good size hatchback, wagon, or compact suv. I honestly checked out a Mazda5 before and I couldn't get over the feeling of the seats and tiny third row but now with the third row just down flat. This would make a good 4 passenger hatchback or wagon even though it's classified as a minivan.

[@prettiinpink816]

Right I thought that my car was a hatchback lol

[@dave11686]

One of my favorite minivans!

[@lordkent8143]

Closest car to a Kei car without needing to import one. When I was in Tokyo, almost evryone drives a version of the Mazda5 but either Honda, Nissan, or Toyota model.

[@yumishindou5705]

Toyota Voxy/Noah, Nissan Serena, JDM Honda Odyssey?

[@Kamelemele]

I love your delighted laugh! This is the exact M5 that I've had for a year. I really love it too. I didn't know how cool it was till my Prius died and I wanted something a little bigger. Don't need the third row for kids so I folded them down and have a weather tech mat - so lots of great room. If you have pets/dogs or dog crates I think you'd be happy with the room. If anyone is interested - I read that Mazda sold the M5 to I think it was Nissan and they are making it under another name, sorry don't know what they call it. Anyway thanks for the review.

[@No-lz4dc]

Under the passenger side backseat there is a cup holder that flips in and out of the seat.

[@laksha_kotlu]

I own a 2017 Mazda 5 Grand Touring cherry color Automatic (Canadian) amazing car for families with small kids under 15 yrs . Lots of engine power and sliding doors, always safe in tight parking spots, I installed LPG kit and having a decent fuel consumption. Never disappointed, WE ARE HAPPY 😊

[@1966johnnywayne]

Can you provide a link for the LPG kit. Was the kit shop installed, or is this a DIY project, and have you had any issues with it?

[@laksha_kotlu]

@@1966johnnywayne I got it installed in Auto Gas shop, very easy process and using almost a year without a complaint.

[@jasonlandry2121]

I own a 2015 Mazda 5 with the 6 speed manual and it really is a lot of fun to drive… I had a good laugh when you talked about the sportier mags looking like thoses of an RX-8 as I picked up a used set of RX-8 mags as they are a direct fit. They really look great on it! 😉

[@daveed4475]

I had one as a rental and loved it. Even considered buying one.

[@bryonygrealish6663]

We just bought one. It handles well and has space for your things. While this is called a minivan it's more like a Honda CRV that's lower to the ground with sliding doors. It's a lot smaller than typical minivan's. That makes it not feel like you're driving a minivan. I have a 6' 4" son and it's a tight fit for him in the front seats. Even with the seats all the way back. Yet the middle seat give him much better leg room. The family loves it.

[@DerekFletcher1]

I'm about to buy one as well. Thanks for the honest opinion.

[@ChristopherEvans-650]

Love my Mazda 5. I call it a "mini" minivan. I did convert it into a camper van. I haven't had any issues driving it being 6'2"

[@penscruffy60]

I have a 2015. I’m very happy with it.

[@DD-ng3bj]

Just got a used 2012 version and love it! Drives like my rav4 circa 96 ❤

[@justabouteverythingstarwar1416]

@Shooting Cars sadly I also live in the UK, as I would love to show you what this car can do with a manual gearbox. I own a 2014 Mazda 5, 2 litre Sport, 6 speed manual. It's a fantastic family car, I have four boys, so a roof top box is a must for long distance travel. Although it's classed as a 7 seater, I often refer to it as a 6.25 seater, with the narrow middle seat on the second row. It handles great, especially on roundabouts and its capabilities are rather surprising 😂

[@damilolaakanni]

I'd call this a 5+2 minivan (or wagon, since that's what Mazda decides to call it).

[@lpspeanutbutterproductions2453]

So funny to see this as I have a 2015 Mazda 5! It’s worked fine but we’re hoping to get a new car in 2022

[@manufacturingdefect1287]

I have the 2.0 MZR 2012. I like the way this thing handles. You can really push it in the corners. Its not fast but is great to drive.

[@dalegribble3684]

Neighbors used to have a silver one, I’d never seen a minivan that small

[@jayespi37]

Cuz mazda calls it a wagon

[@trumpmech]

The (relatively) small size is what makes it so fun to drive :)

[@adamspencer6666]

Love those things thinking of picking up a used one at some point. Better mileage then most mini vans but still the sliding doors and decent space

[@Donutgames00]

Imagine a modern Mazda minivan, with their premium interior and unique exterior, I think it would be killer.

[@dianats10]

I have Mazda 5 since 2010, sold in 2017 and bought again. I love to drive this car and don’t spend so much gas. Too bad they don’t factory anymore because I want to change my for a youngest one Mazda 5. My is 2006.

[@antimon40]

I used to consider buying this Mazda 5 over the pricier Sienna and Odyssey, but the safety rating was a deal breaker. To me, safety is number one while reliability is number two and that's why I am currently owning an Odyssey.

[@karonervin7373]

I have a 2015 and I love it!

[@sylviaklages6871]

Do the middle seats come out? We had two Mazda MPVs, and the the middle seats clipped in and out. I loved those MPVs.

[@franciswong3158]

My Mazda5 is 6 speed manual. I like it very much.

[@novaduh]

Have a 08 and my God is it fun. Second owner the guy before me put a exhaust cut out and…LOL! Flip of the switch and it sounds like I got a suped up Civic.

[@skylinn]

this and the 1st gen odyssey are my favorite vans

[@oomz1975]

Just bought one of these with a 6 speed manual.

[@J2I3H]

Do these rust like the mazda 3's? Im in the market for a minivan, 😒

[@dianats10]

I love this car because is very versatile, I can fit 6 people or put a big furniture.

[@Fenncer24]

I have a 2007 Mazda 5 and like it much better than the 2012-15 series. I'm not fond of the of the new dash as it has only a tac and Speedo. Mine has tac, Speedo, temp, and fuel. I also like the dash dials better and the compartment between the driver and pass seats. Just nicer in my opinion. Love though just perfect for me and my wife as she has a 4 door sedan and I don't want a truck or SUV.

[@zacwaters8298]

i have a 5 sport manual with leather seats and touch screen but was made in 2012? I'm English though so no can do :(

[@patrickmartin3322]

I like the way smiley face Mazdas look

[@brandonwilliams9087]

got an 07 mazda5 sport. I run the hell out of it and use it for work as well. very fun to drive and compared to my Subaru it's quicker off the line.

[@TREETOP19]

Finna be getting one 2morrow.. 2015 121k miles for 4 grand getting it

[@ChristopherEvans-650]

Bought my 2015 with 90,000 back in 2018 for $8,400 from Hertz. It has served me well.

[@joshuachandra6677]

I wonder if it shares the same platform with the Mazda 3. Which is a universal platform between Ford Mazda and Volvo. This is quite interesting for me at least

[@Infinite_AM]

I test drove a Mazda 5 Touring today, and I have to say it's cool but it seems more like a wagon than a van. The sliding doors and the third row seating are what make it unique. But I can see why they discontinued these. The power is fine, the handling is poor.

[@Hallowsaw]

My 2011 subaru has a back up camera and touch screen infotainment along with tactile hvac and volume/tuning buttons so saying this was before the era of screens is BS. Lexus was putting screens in the LS in 2001.

[@djkenny1202]

Back up cameras were not mandatory until 2015. Lexus is high end, more high end cars started earlier, but there was a few manufacturers that did early. My 15 XB has one, but nothing prior did.

[@freemanbyers6851]

Why did Mazda stop making the mazda5 ?

[@lelandunruh7896]

Am I the only one who kind of hates screens? My father and sister both have 2022 model year vehicles and I just find the screens distracting and not better than knobs in almost any way. Am I a Boomer in a Millennial's body?

[@gbresaleking]

Yes

[@peterpanimg]

Hi. Nice review. Can the middle row slide and lock in any position? Or only locks at absolute front or absolute back of the rails?

[@Fenncer24]

The second row seats have 3 or 4 notices for different settings. The furthest back leaves very little leg foom but if the 3rd row isn't in use no biggie. That said if someone is over 6'2 200lvs+ their not gonna fit. 6'2 and 180lbs yeah they'll fit with seating the seats. I'm 5'8" 168lbs and fit just fine back there. So it's not horrible but a thing to do is rotating seats if carrying 4 passengers. The center get those seats for 4-6 hours and then the back get them. No biggie. That's what my 3 brothers and me would do in our 1984 Dodge Caravan. So great van lots o space and hiding places in the back and under the center seats. Love mine.

[@peterpanimg]

@@Fenncer24 much appreciated!

[@saltpepper1894]

i have a turbo (orig) dodge caravan with woodgrain

[@JWJTRAINOR]

They made them till 2017 in Canada

[@edarion01]

what's the storage capacity on the mazda 5

[@hindesite]

2 greyhounds :-)

[@jDot2414]

Looking at a 2008 with 43,000 miles on it. One owner, no accidents, Florida car excellent condition. They want 7700$$ for it, how do you feel about that price?

[@prettyboylid4422]

No don’t get it , you could get a newer car for cheaper price

[@Fenncer24]

That's about average for those years 2005-2010. If see if they'd drop to $6500 would be reasonable. Would spend on a new car just not worth it impo. Hi have a 2007 Mazda 5 and it is zippy and fun to drive. Plenty of room in all rows just move the center seats a little and most all will fit. Also rotate seating so everyone gets a little of each position.

[@djkenny1202]

$5500.

[@JWJTRAINOR]

It would be cool for someone to have a Mazda five and a Ford Maverick because it’s a mini minivan and a mini mini truck

[@ChristopherEvans-650]

Well, I have a Mazda 5 and a Mazda MX5(Miata). Now I just need to get a Mazda CX5 to complete the set.

[@willdowns1745]

Clearly you haven’t driven a 1999-2004 Honda Odyssey. My dad’s got a 2003 Odyssey and at times it’s more fun to drive than my 95 Civic with VTEC

[@thirdpedalnirvana]

The odyssey has the best engine Honda ever made, and it drives extremely well. It's also a much better minivan with a lot more space. But it's not as sprightly and tossable as the Mazda.

[@ibmtpx24]

@KD true. The honda auto transmission during that era should be avoided at all costs.

[@john17467]

The only thing I don’t like is the Mazda has small tires and sits so low that you feel all the pot holes and screws with your suspension and alignment

[@lego4virgo]

It can take 18-inch wheels.

[@Hallowsaw]

A mazda cx-5 is a big suv? Lexus gx, toyota land cruiser, suburban, expedition, tahoe, 4runner all entered the chat.

[@PabloHernandez-on6oj]

How much is price?

[@arinpatel4508]

10,000 To 20,000

[@rustyshackleford6957]

I hate minivans but Mazda made me turn my head for this one.

[@NeonLikesCats]

My grandmother is on her 3rd

[@celo2439]

I have a 2009 Mazda 5

[@AdvaithKumar]

Can you do the Highlander and Sienna?

[@ShootingCars]

I have a 2020 highlander and 2019 Sieanna review up now!

[@TheMadisonHang]

@10:00 lmfao 🤣😂

[@arinpatel4508]

2:30

[@jbthao]

I’m bouta rent one to take to the mountains lol

[@rahtsnake144]

SUVs are hideous and impractical. 2023 and I see no end in sight. I'd love to find a Mazda5 after my Grand Caravan dies.

[@joshuachandra6677]

I hate SUV's It's unfortunate the consumers make the decisions and the majority of people don't know one shit about physics. Just concerned with the view and ease of getting in and out of.

[@StuHaightVideo]

SUVs are so stupid. It's literally a hatch sedan just taller with more ground clearance, but no additional body/cargo room. I'm about to upgrade from a Mazda2 5speed manual to a Mazda5 6speed manual due to a 3rd kid coming and oldest kid is still not big enough for front seat. Wife will trade in rav4 for a sienna. My work van is a 04 sienna (no kids allowed).

[@WestCoasHaze]

I was looking at the Ford escape but now I'm looking at this car. Seems perfect

[@StuHaightVideo]

@@WestCoasHaze I will be honest the crossovers out there *are* very nice looking for sure. What kills them is small engines paired with large heavy rims with the large heavy-ish body. The mazdas are a bit of a nerdy vehicle like what has more sex appeal lets be honest but the stick shift is extremely my cup of tea.

[@Brianfightingmad]

3rd row seat is absolutely fucking useless. Best thing they did in later models was get rid of it.

[@drury2d8]

bad safety

[@willalfano8]

big gulps? huh well see ya later