Got a 5 for a rental today...

[tunersteve]

I have to say I'm impressed. It's just a Sport, not too much on it, but it's a pretty solid little car. I'm not the minivan type, but this thing is impressive. I definitely underestimated it.

 

[coolmazda5]

Coming from a MAZDASPEED6 owner is definitely a nice compliment . Wait until you drive a Manual Tranny one and your car will feel like a Dodge Neon in comparison, LOL

 

[tunersteve]

Coming from a MAZDASPEED6 owner is definitely a nice compliment . Wait until you drive a Manual Tranny one and your car will feel like a Dodge Neon in comparison, LOL

Haha, I bet. I've put about 80 miles on it today and it was definitely the right choice. Yes, it's a far cry from the MS6, but it's still got that heart and soul that every Mazda I've driven has...and that's definitely a good thing.

 

[perfecto]

That's pretty high praise - I think we all understand exactly what you are saying... it's a fun car to drive, and it really has that Mazda 'spirit'.

... and it's way more fun to drive than a Kia.

 

[tunersteve]

That's pretty high praise - I think we all understand exactly what you are saying... it's a fun car to drive, and it really has that Mazda 'spirit'.

... and it's way more fun to drive than a Kia.

It had a lot of traits that reminded me of my Protege. It was nimble, had decent pickup, and generally fun to drive. I think if I owned one, I'd opt for some upgrades, but I think it can definitely be a solid DD for someone who needs the hauling/passenger space and capacity. My opinion has been completely swayed.

Now if C&D can finish their Mazdaspeed5 project...

 

[Rockin03mp5]

^yes

was the rental an 08?

the 5 speed auto isnt bad!