2008 Mazda 5 Review - The Most Fun Minivan EVER!

My thoughts on the 2008 Mazda 5 with the 2.3L inline 4 and 5 speed automatic transmission!
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[@joelrichards4965]

I bought one of these new in 2008, but mine had a 5-speed manual and I added a Mazdaspeed 3 rear anti-sway bar and summer tires. Great handling, fun car, really drove like a fun hatch, not a van. The only issue I had was that I believe the OE rear springs were too soft and caused unweighting of the front tires on acceleration. This was really noticeable in wet or snowy uphill conditions. I ran full winter tires on all 4 on 16" steel wheels for winter.

[@j.collett2364]

They’re even more fun with a 5 speed. I think you’re right saying they’re the most fun van.

[@juha2031]

How can gears effect on that? :D

[@lettuce7378]

@@juha2031 five speed stick shift (and they're right, i have one :D)

[@user-vc7xj3zd3d]

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[@2020brianb]

I have a 2010 with a 5 speed manual. Bought it new and now at 290,000 miles. No engine or tranny repairs. Still on the original clutch! One solid powertrain and it is still fun to drive.

[@winstonb3365]

Im the one who purchased this van for my 16yo daughter from toyota of naperville a couple of weeks ago. It is a peppy van with great gas mileage. I enjoyed your video as well as my daughter when I showed it to her.

[@mohamedsawar7022]

Hey, would you mind sharing how much was it?

[@winstonb3365]

@@mohamedsawar7022 it was just under $6k before taxes and plates.

[@mark-dietz]

@@mohamedsawar7022 I just bought a 2010 today. 120,000 km which is 75000 miles in fantastic shape for 6200 Canadian, 4700 US dollars. Winter tires + all seasons, all on rims. I took a few for test drives and they are GREAT! They seem to be the best deals on kijiji, if that helps.

[@mohamedsawar7022]

@@mark-dietz Thanks for sharing, I just got one as well 2010 with only 65000KM on it and in excellent shape, I paid 7500 CAD and I love it

[@mark-dietz]

@@mohamedsawar7022 You found a good deal! See ya on the road.

[@captmaverickable]

Fun fact. I was a salesmen for a Mazda dealer and usually we were encouraged to drive for 5-10 minutes to demonstrate the handling capabilities as part of our Zoom Zoom campaign. MX-5 and RX-8 were loads of fun. The 3 and 6 were least interesting. The 5 blew me away. There is a curve shaped like a question mark. We use this to demonstrate the handling prowess. In the 5 it will tripod on a really sharp turn.

[@keithrobinson2709]

I own same model for a year now i totally agree "most fun".

[@larryjelvik919]

me 2 it smokes and stinks but i just still drive it

[@jayespi37]

This is a very fun van...I own one and it has 200k and still going. It handles very good and the steering has some weight. I drive it using the tipronic and it very fun dipping through highway traffic. The motor is bulletproof. I would definitely buy another one when this one ever dies

[@AJ88874]

What year is yours?

[@jayespi37]

@@AJ88874 2009...I just straight piped it for the hell of it yesterday 😋 it actually sounds good

[@sea1tie1]

Well! That's a relief. I love my 2012 and always worry about how many miles Ive put on mine. So far it has 113k miles on it. Has yours had any major issues with it?

[@jayespi37]

@@sea1tie1 the only issue I had was the tpm for the transmission, which is common on these and the mazda 3 since they share the same platform. I bought one from the dealer online for 500 dollars and watched a KZbin video on it to install. Drives like a dream again

[@nikkitaylor7025]

@@jayespi37 tpm for the transmission?

[@sabrinaazemarbutler6024]

Thank you for this review, it was awesome!! I want a van but they are expensive and a Mazda is more in my budget for a used car. this was awesome! Thank you

[@Adr_Jim]

Back in Puerto Rico I used to work for a Mazda dealership, they had a Mazda 5 for parts and service 2nd and 3rd row seats removed and a custom wood floor installed. To say the least that thing got abused and never gave any real problems (that I'm aware)

[@Darylrb1983]

I found one in this color with a 5 speed manual and 150k miles. I'm seriously tempted

[@WhatIfBrigade]

I had the 2010. A tiny minivan. In terms of capabilities for its weight and size, practically unbeatable. Seats six, seats fold for hardware store trips, parks like a sedan. Great headroom for tall passengers.

[@JWROWE3]

Great review. I've got a '10 and love it. Keep up the good work. There are only 2 "issues" with these. The ride is brutal with performance tires. Most car mags said the same. The other gripe is replacing the headlamp bulbs. Don't even try it. Get someone else to. They are impossible to get them in and getting them to stay put.

[@lrich8181]

There is a manual mode on the shifter. The second row seats are adjustable forward and back so the third row has more legroom.

[@AndresSalazarAutos]

I believe this engines, the MZR engines, 2.0, 2.3 and 2.5, were actually mazda designed engines, but at the time Ford owned a big % of Mazda and they also had the rights over these engines, so much so that even now I think the 2.3 basic architecture is still used in the 2.3 Ecoboost.

[@holmd90]

It's based off the 2.3 Turbo from the mazdaspeeds/CX-7

[@bricegraham8256]

@@holmd90 it's actually the other way around. The Mazdaspeed engine is based off of the regular 2.3/2.5.

[@holmd90]

@@bricegraham8256 I'm disappointed with how unclear my comment was tbh, I intended to say the EcoBoost specifically was based off of the disi 2.3 from the mazdaspeeds, which was indeed based off of the Mazda 2.3/2.5

[@cristianramirez-hernandez4328]

All wrong. These engines are based of the Ford Lima engines. Look it up. The mazda version had different heads than the fords

[@williamryan9195]

@@cristianramirez-hernandez4328 They are not Limas. They are based on a collaboration of Ford,Mazda and Volvo. Lima engines were prior to the Duratec series.

[@trumpmech]

I love my 2010 Mazda5! :D

[@jomphe36]

my first car and still drive great

[@notcharles]

Wish he had folded up the rear seats to see what sort of cargo space it offered

[@larryjelvik919]

or anything usefull

[@inseCT320i]

The most funny thing is that i am 1.96cm tall,i have Mazda Premacy 1999 year,i tried today Toyota Avensis...which should be very large car,when i moved the seat to the maximum backwards,it remains the same space as my old Premacy :D

[@daquarlow]

mazda is fun. my brother has a -08 Mazda 6 and it’s very comfy

[@corymethot86]

I just bought a used 2012 mazda5 w/ manual transmission. I wanted a vehicle that was cheap on gas and big enough to convert into a mini camper. My plan is to travel around Canada to hike as many national park trails as possible. I think this vehicle was the best choice. I would have liked 4x4 but I really wanted fuel economy to make the trip around Canada as cheap as possible because I'm a poor 😂

[@IVGabriq]

Engine is Mazda Platform L, Duratec are also Mazda based engines.

[@anaestereo810]

For fun factor, u gotta go with the manual trans, for sure

[@unclejohn1951]

I miss this car.

[@marcelberry784]

Never thought I'd see a dutch license plate in or of your videos

[@Baker4life777]

Was thinking about using this as a truck alternative

[@alunjones9153]

Glad I watched that I have a Citroen Berlingo conversion but have been considering getting one of these having seen one at last camp it would fit in with my innocent fun of having a chauffeur style vechile and there not expensive in d UK and I'll get a Ulez

[@WhatIfBrigade]

I think the Mazda 5 is the most fun minivan to drive in my experience, but a close second is the Peugeot 5008.

[@armanamir72]

Try reviewing the Mazda MPV.

[@dave11686]

Awesome!

[@applepoop10]

I don’t know where you getting 153 HP at; because my Mazda 3 makes 160 HP. Is this the Zero Emissions variant of the 2.3L? Also I wonder why Mazda never made the Mazdaspeed5....

[@tyomikshkolnik7988]

My Mazda5 makes 145... Could be that yours has a different exhaust.

[@a.brownlee2775]

Hey there quick question. I was looking at a mazda5 and a 3rd gen subaru outback that i saw you review. How would u compare both vehicles in terms of driving dynamics, ride, handling? Which feels more stable? Thanks and love the videos dude.

[@nacholibre1962]

Didnèt show how much room there is with the rear seats folded or of the seats are removeable.

[@larryjelvik919]

he didnt show anything ,he sh take down this vid and not try again.

[@brucevanguard8398]

Thinking about getting an 09 mazda 5 with 153k miles. Are they still worth getting in 2021?

[@ayy_itsme1626]

Idk if it is worth it or how much the price is. But I have a 2009 Mazda 5 and it a pretty good car in my opinion. How much is the car u looking at?

[@paddybolger1967]

Yes

[@hollypaige2995]

I'm looking at a 2009 157,000km for $4000 mvi runs up Aug 2022 .. I'm hoping mines worth it anyone thoughts are welcome! How good are they on gas?

[@GreenmanWood]

Absolutely!

[@lrich8181]

@@hollypaige2995 My 2010 5 gets a solid 26 mpg in town and 32 mpg on the hwy.

[@gelohful]

Are 2nd and 3rd row of seats removable?

[@lilyroben8576]

yes

[@Fenncer24]

Bought a 2007 Mazda 5 3 years ago after my 1993 Escort wagon gave out. Best vehicle I've had of the 9 different cars I've owned 2 from the 1970's, 5 from the 1980's and the 1993 Escort and hopefully this will be the last car I own. These are quite fast though the car review guys all say there slow. They're also roomy inside as I was able to fit a full size couch in mine with about a foot or less sticking out the back. Granted the third row is small but the center seats move to give those in last row room. I've sat back there and fit fond and I'm 5'8". Great vehicle don't be deterred by certain reviews drive it and see for your self, these as said fun to drive.

[@larryjelvik919]

have you seen the crash tests,drive carefull,i turned left in front of some one at a light,was sopposed to yeild,i feel like i sh be in the hospital r now but ime sooooo lucky.

[@Fenncer24]

@@larryjelvik919 yes I have but my other cars were death traps. No airbags and small compared to this. I'll hope to never find out how well it handles a crash.

[@cruelkiller115]

You convinced me to get one

[@MegaBuzzedGaming]

same lol

[@cruelkiller115]

Nvm guys it was a salvaged title sad days

[@cruelkiller115]

@@MegaBuzzedGaming mine was in Cali

[@XTheJenovaProjectX]

I’ve been trying to hunt down a 5 speed version. Only 2 on the whole west coast for sale on FB market. And they have almost 300k miles.

[@tyomikshkolnik7988]

@@XTheJenovaProjectX seriously? My Dad bought one (and he just wanted a good car, didn't have to be manual) and he bought one, but it didn't just have an automatic, it also has a 5 - speed. I'm glad we have it now!

[@kylefishing21]

Is this like a miniminivan?

[@saminarafia2716]

What is price in euro

[@tomweis1194]

Thanks very much for your review... but just FYI it's an "engine" not a "motor". Internal combustion engine. Electric motor. I need one of these Mazda 5s!

[@larryjelvik919]

really?

[@1BEAVIS13]

So my Yamaha FJR is a “ engine cycle?”

[@lilyroben8576]

most people i know have used motor and engine synonymously since forever.

[@father5946]

To be fair to how cramped the seats are, you are a pretty big guy lol but for smaller people around 5' 10" and under, the seats should be fine.

[@noble5wins]

would you do a video on changing the front door speakers? and after market taillights?

[@michaelwielenga8809]

You know he doesn't own it right?

[@ayy_itsme1626]

It’s not his car. He is borrowing it. He can’t do anything like that since he doesn’t own it

[@Marcbgping]

Hey, as far as fun to drive MPV, the list is pretty short; There's the - Honda Stream and its successor the - Honda Jade (Chinese domestic market, big tuning aftermarket support there), -the Ford S-MAX -in europe we had the Peugeot 307 SW (more of a bulbous 7 seater station wagon), also the old - dacia logan 7 seater , the new - Dacia Jogger i haven't tried yet. The Ford could be specced with the 2.5T focus ST engine and would be the fastest. The hondas are sweet, but very rare outside of Asia. Old ones were powered by the "slow" K20A1 engine, with manual transmissions available in europe. I know nothing of the american market, would love to have someone chime in.

[@04dram04]

I like that this is small, but i think its just a little to small. Would be better if it was the size of the mazda MVP minivan

[@04dram04]

dont think a minivan can look more sporty than this

[@johnroomes3847]

I bought a 2008 Mazda (5) Premacy... the same car but mostly found outside of the USA. I live in Jamaica. I know what is to truly enjoy driving this model. Put it this way... you get the feeling that the car enjoys being driven... and is pleased that you the driver is having fun. However... I currently need to find a shift soleniod F for my AT transmission (CREW chassis) that I just overhauled. This is proving to be hard to find... and I am not having fun right now. Can any of you help me wth this?

[@toplespecah666]

What kilometers on clock?

[@christianbryant5617]

Reminds me of a Mercedes Metris..

[@jackysanchez1069]

How much is mazda 5 in US?

[@tyomikshkolnik7988]

From a pretty bad ($1,500) to around $5,000 and best examples are around $7,000. We got one for $5,000, and it's alright, so I recommend saving $2,000 with the $5,000 option.

[@tmus1905]

Just sidegraded our 300+kms 2004 Toyota Ipsum... way less equiped in terms of storage & room and is down a bit on power(only get the 2L version here in NZ, the 2.3L is for the MPVs in both n/a & forced) but is up on handling and fuel economy. Gutted couldn't find a manual, maybe this wasn't available in RHD for Australasian market....

[@justinmagee2203]

V is the roman numeral for five so…its always been called the mazda 5

[@thejaredev]

This looks pretty small for a minivan. Surprised they got a third row in there

[@jayespi37]

Mazda considers is a wagon, not a minivan

[@damilolaakanni]

@@jayespi37 the thing is, even if Mazda considers this to be a wagon, the people who buy this or see it on the road will still call it a minivan because of the sliding rear doors and the tall sides. And also because there was a Mazda 6 wagon and lift back when this existed.

[@nolahahnshouse3389]

Drive a Honda mini van there awesome!

[@jayespi37]

They are comfortable in every way, but they dont handle as good as this in the off ramps

[@michaelwielenga8809]

Honda minivan weighs about 1000lbs more lol definitely not even comparable.

[@89temples]

I would argue the R63 AMG is the most fun van ever.

[@wolfman4lph4]

... most fun van ever, when it works*

[@jayespi37]

Mercedes wouldn't last 200k on their best motor 😂

[@charlese.duncanjr.2341]

Mercs doors don’t slide

[@ayy_itsme1626]

Ya but for the price, this wins

[@Darylrb1983]

@@jayespi37 that's actually not true

[@alexokrat8171]

Too bad their wasn't a option for a bigger engine...

[@michaelwielenga8809]

You can speed3 swap them though

[@taurushill04]

“Children, children, children” -Shooting Cars

[@elroydinglefritz7291]

My mom has a 2007 it’s a good car except for the fact that it eats up tires like no other car I’ve ever seen

[@Andreasplace]

Really I want a Mazda 5

[@elroydinglefritz7291]

@@Andreasplace yeah she likes it a lot it has 180k miles and it works good

[@Darylrb1983]

I'm hearing that may be due to the suspension

[@04dram04]

I dont really see how a full family could use this to fill every seat. Unless they are midgets

[@seanokelley6834]

Comment

[@hasnaali326]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@brandongonzalez8262]

Pls buy a mpv a put a 13b in it

[@kyukyoku_]

No

[@ayy_itsme1626]

It not his car.

[@hanniadam2547]

A

[@chienyuwang1725]

爛！爛！爛！不要mazada5,懂嗎？

[@04dram04]

These are really cheap to buy too

[@lloydrockvelvetjordan9190]

First of all it's not a minivan it's called The Crossover it was designed to compete against the Honda CRV so do a little more research on your vehicle and know what it's called before you do the review thank you have a wonderful day !

[@Darylrb1983]

Actually it's considered a wagon, or compact Multipurpose Vehicle (MPV) or a mini minivan if you really want to be technical.

[@lloydrockvelvetjordan9190]

@@Darylrb1983 no they made an APV van they call it the Mazda APV this is the Mazda 5 totally different

[@shaunadams1705]

Mini van mini fact slap lol

[@Rollerbalder]

Have you ever seen a crossover with sliding rear doors? It's a minivan. It might compete with similarly sized crossovers -- and yes, technically Mazda called it a wagon -- but it's a minivan.