Mazda5 Owner's Quiz

[tokenboy]

1. 2006 Snowflake White Pearl GT, 5 Speed Manual

2. Calgary, AB

3. My first Mazda

4. Subaru Legacy Wagon and Honda Ridgeline

5. I'm cheap, it is practical, and it is fun.

6.Too Early to tell

7. Not yet

8. A few.

9. Too Early to tell

10. Anythin but a minivan

11. A/S/L?

A little background. Married, 1 kid (11 months old). My wife's car is a Chev Malibu Maxx LT. She likes it, I like it, no problems. I drive a '96 Chev 4x4 Extended Cab Diesel. We are suburbanites. I commute every day, my wife stays at home. My truck now has 355,000km on it and is at the stage where I am spending money on a semi frequent basis as things are wearing out (as they should at 355,000km). I like the truck because I am a farm kid and I have 3 motorcycles. The truck is intergral in hauling 2 of them, one to the race track, the other to the local offroad riding areas. Oh yeah, the diesel has a little work, I like the turbo noise and the grunt.

Since the truck really sucks to commute in(and parking in small parkades), especially in the winter, and it is costing me money, we decided it was time for a new vehicle. The original plan was to get a Honda Ridgeline as I am a truck guy, and man, that is the perfect urban truck. Room for 5, I can haul my bikes, car-like handling. My wife even loved it.

The only problem, I am cheap...err frugal, so we set a limit of $30k for a new vehicle.

The next plan was to get a sedan/wagon. We really like the versatility of the Maxx, so wagonish was the name of the game. In the end we narrowed it down to a 5 GT or a Subaru Legacy Wagon. The Legacy was right at our self imposed $30k limit, a left over 2006 5 significantly less. I really enjoyed the Legacy with the 2.5i, the AWD and the fact that it was a good drivers car. My wife disliked it all except for the trunk/hatch. Go figure. I think it was a wonderfully handsome car that had a lot of great features for the $$$. Our marriage is a democracy, so we talked, and ended up deciding on the 5.

Of course this is my vehicle, so I got a manual (take me back to my university days and my Integra) so it will involve a little input on my part in driving. It will take a little getting used. My initial impressions upon driving it was a)rev happy little motor, nice gearbox, great driving postion b) where's the torque? (my truck puts out +400lb-ft, the Maxx 220) c) the versatility was great. I can live with it.

My wife's aunt is a Mazda owner and likes the one dealership in town. I called them up, said I was looking for a 2006 5 and they told me what was in the city. I ended up getting a Snowflake White Pearl GT. I actually pick it up tomorrow afternoon.

I think the 5 will make a great city runabout and 2nd vehicle for the family. Can't wait to pick it up.

 

[brentmc79]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
2006 Black Touring automatic

2. Whereabouts are you located?
Richmond, Va

3. Is this your first Mazda?
No, 2003 Vivid Yellow Protege5

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
2006 Toyota Rav-4

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
Space, Price, Features

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
I'd add an auxilary audio input and the dvd player

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
Tint, wheels, and some kind of stereo modification

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
A few...

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
Most everybody likes it so far. The black definitely makes it look sportier.

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
I have no clue.

 

[jandree22]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
2007 Mazda5 Touring
Whitewater Pearl Metallic
5spd MT
DVD Entertainment System
SIRIUS Satellite Radio

2. Whereabouts are you located?
Hershey, PA... yep, where they make the chocolate!

3. Is this your first Mazda?
Proudly and enthusiastically, I can say YES!!!

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
Subaru Impreza 2.5i Wagon - AWD and fun car, but too small.
Honda Civic EX Sedan - Great gas mileage, but too small for family plans.

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
Usability/Flexibility/Seating
Zoom-Zoom factor
Price

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
Variable Intermitent Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
More armrests (of course)

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
Nope, stock is sexy (lol2)

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
Of course, I'm late in the game here. There are a few in the area, but still pretty rare. I wave when I see them

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
Down the highway, RUBBERNECKING!!! My parents at first were like, why'd you buy a minivan?! But then they looked closer and drove it and were like "I think I might buy one", lol!

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
Without question, a toaster oven. Seriously, I will not classify it as any one thing. It's completely unique and doesn't fall into any one category perfectly. I suppose if I had to pick, I'd use crossover.

11. What question did I forget to ask?
Do I love it? Why, yes... yes I do.

 

[coolmazda5]

Mazda5 Sport

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
2006 Sport, Carbon Gray, 5MT, Popular Package + Fog Lights

2. Whereabouts are you located?
Northeast US

3. Is this your first Mazda?
Yes

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
- CR-V
- RAV4
- Subaru Legacy Sport
- Chevy Equinox

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
- The looks
- Yes, it is the same style as a minivan, yet is fun to see and drive
- 5 Speed Manual
- 17in wheels
- Price. No need to get top line trim in order to have a good looking/equipped car
- Wife loves it (AKA one less argument)


6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
- Right armrest
- 6Speed (relatively high revs at 70mph on a 5Speed)
- MP3 able or standard at least standard jack for any MP3 player

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
Not at all, not even window tinting

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
Yes, they are showing more and more around the area. Mostly seen are carbon gray (lucky that in 2007 is no longer a choice), the ugly greenish and black.

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
- The best: "Where did you get the wheels?" (They are OEM!)
- The worst: From a coworker: "your car is cute" (pissed)

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
I have a wife who is from Europw, so it should be a MAV

11. What question did I forget to ask?
What problems you have found so far?

 

[zr27]

In an effort to learn more about new Mazda5 owners, I created a little quiz. Please answer only if you have bought a Mazda5:

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
Silver Sport w/ manual trans. No options needed.

2. Whereabouts are you located? Connecticut

3. Is this your first Mazda? yes

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist? Matrix, Prius (if a wagon were availble)

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
price, style, sportiness

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be? separate some options from another. wanted the spoiler but did not want the bottom sills. Make spare tire location on the side instead of taking valuable space at bottom. side arm rest for front passenger.

7. Do you plan to make any modifications? would like to add an amp if I can find a good spot for it

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet? yes

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5? it's different looking???

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what? micro-van

11. What question did I forget to ask?

covered it pretty well

 

[tviera]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
Touring / pearl white / auto / nothing special
2. Whereabouts are you located?

3. Is this your first Mazda?
NO, I traded in a MSP
4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
Tribute or maybe a MPV
5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
rear windows still rolled down and my wife liked it
6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
OD for the autos, leather, and upgraded stereo
7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
Not anytime soon.
8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
Plenty
9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
WTF is that thing
10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
Mini Sport Van
11. What question did I forget to ask?[/QUOTE]
How many licks does it take to get to the totsie roll center of a tootsie pop?

 

[babelbox]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?Sport / Cardinal Red / Auto / Fog Lights, Floor Carpet Mats

2. Whereabouts are you located?
Northern New Jersey

3. Is this your first Mazda?
Yes.

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
Subaru Impreza Wagon, Toyota Highlander

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
Price, Seats more than 5, Safety features

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
Karakuri 7th Seat, Roof Rails

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
Maybe add some accessories like the rear bumper plate and splash guards.

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
Yes.

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
Some likes it and some not.

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
A midsize wagon.

11. What question did I forget to ask?
None.

 

[street hawk]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?

2006 Carbon Grey Auto 4spd
w/ Auto Car Starter, Cargo Net, Wheel Locks, Rear Bumber Guard, All Weather Floor Mats

2. Whereabouts are you located?

Providence, Rhode Island

3. Is this your first Mazda?

Yes, in fact this is my first foreign car. Always bought GM before the Mazda 5

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?

Toyota Highlander / Honda CR-V

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?

Price / Looks / Safety features

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?

1. 5th gear on the Automatic
2. Armrest for pass.
3. i wish the doors auto-locked after you put in in drive(personal safety)

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?

window tint!

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?

yes, one

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?

none yet, just got it last week

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?

unclassifiable, but i guess i would choose Microvan

11. What question did I forget to ask?

How much did you pay for your Mazda 5?

I paid $19,810

 

[5for4]

In an effort to learn more about new Mazda5 owners, I created a little quiz. Please answer only if you have bought a Mazda5:

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
Touring, galaxy grey, manual, no options
2. Whereabouts are you located?
Cleveland Heights, Ohio
3. Is this your first Mazda?
Yes, first Mazda
4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
I was looking at a new Camry and at the 6
5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
It drove more like my old Saab than others in my price range, it is IN my price range, and it seats six
6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
I would make the visor more cloth-like, add a sunglass holder, and equip it with a full-size spare!
7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
No modifications, it's a work car (that I got to choose)
8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
Only one!
9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
None yet, I just picked it up two days ago.
10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
I guess microvan works best for me.
11. What question did I forget to ask?

 

[Koa]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?

MZ5 Sport UK spec, so the top of the range here, with added side skirts as our models don't come with them as standard other than the Forano which didn't come in a colour I liked. Manual shift, Sunlight silver.

2. Whereabouts are you located?

Just 5 feet from the TV ( the usual place ). Bournemouth UK.

3. Is this your first Mazda?

Crazily, Yes. I have seen the light.

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?

Mazda RX8 but that would have meant one of the kids would have to go and I just couldn't decide which one.

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?

To fit a large scale RC Tank in the car as well as 3 kids. Basically by choosing the MZ5 I could buy myself a toy too (for the kids you understand )
My wife could not get insured on my last car as she's under 25 and a new driver in this country, and hot hatches like the VXR are not insurance friendly.
The price for such a quality vehicle was second to none.

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?

I'd like to have had more power as I am used to fast cars, but you can't have it all.

Sports seats like recaros.

Maybe a semi auto box, or at least switchable one.


7. Do you plan to make any modifications?

Yes, lowering will be done almost right away once I pick the car up the first week in January. Maybe an ECU remap.

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?

Nope.

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?

N/A. But others have been impressed by the brochures.

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?

Yes. (ughdance)

11. What question did I forget to ask?

"What you been up to today"

Answer, We took the kids to the Christmas Pantomime at Bournemouth Pavillion and it was great fun (ughdance)

 

[ptaylor2112]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?

2006 Sport, Carbon Gray, Auto, Moonroof, Popular Equipment, Fog Lights, Cargo Net, Floor Mats/All Weather Mats, Wheel Locks. (It almost qualifies as a Touring!)

2. Whereabouts are you located?

Crawfordsville, Indiana

3. Is this your first Mazda?

Yes.

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?

We almost bought a Toyota Sienna CE.

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?

Seats more than 4
Price
Drives like a car

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?

Heated seats as an option in all trim levels
More comfortable headrests
Non-metallic dash

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?

No

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?

Yes, we have seen 1 black Mazda5.

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?

It was dark when we got home, so no one has seen it. But I'm going to drive it to work tomorrow, if the mrs. doesn't beat me to it.

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?

We own two VW Jetta wagons, so I can affirmatively say that the Mazda5 is is a space wagon!

11. What question did I forget to ask?

Can the Colts stop the run? (Tonight, the answer is yes.)

 

[Road Dogg]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
06 Mazda 5, Black, auto, nav. sunroof, 6 disc cd, other suff.
2. Whereabouts are you located?
SO cal, in the 909
3. Is this your first Mazda?
Yesss suuurree
4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
I wanted, subaru wrx wagon, saab x9, 2007 silverado
5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
My wifey wanted to get a 6 seater, and for the price, style and handling I agreed
6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be? Off course More power, either a turbo or a optional v6, DVD entertainment, and AWD. That would have made the car alot more fun to drive

7. Do you plan to make any modifications? Intake, exhaust, for engine. Lower the car find a strut tower brace (anyone know where to find one?) screens and new speakers. Black rims with chrome lip.

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
No
9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?very good comments from parents and friends

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what? A mini mini van

11. What question did I forget to ask? Any questions about the most important thing.... The driver.

 

[rodslinger]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
2006 Sport, whitewater pearl, automatic, CD changer
2. Whereabouts are you located?
Atlanta, GA
3. Is this your first Mazda?
No. Also have an 2004 3s Sedan and have had a 2002 P5, a 1997 626 and a 1992 Protege
4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
An MPV, Kia Rondo, Mazda6 wagon
5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
Price, efficiency, personal experience with Mazda vehicles, drives sportier than any other choices in minivans
6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
-Put the five or six speed auto in it.
-Arm rest for the passenger seat.
-Power sliding doors would be nice.
7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
Probably an HID conversion, window tint, add a sub to the factory system to improve SQ, a DVD player for the kid and maybe a set of wheels later on.
8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
Yes
9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
All positive. Lot of people do not know what it is but everyone seems to like it.
10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
It's a miniminivan.
11. What question did I forget to ask?
Don't know as I didn't ask them.

 

[da1nonly]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
2007 sport, brilliant black, automatic, tints, wheel locks, rust proofing

2. Whereabouts are you located?
T-dot (toronto, ontario, canada)

3. Is this your first Mazda?
eyaaaaah

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
caliber, matrix, vibe, equinox, rondo, versa, pt cruiser, fit, scion xb,and hht

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
comfort (family fit - 3kids, 2 adults), fuel efficiency, style

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
body kit accesories, auto 5 or 6 speed, optional 3rd seat in North America (6+1)

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
front lip and fogs

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
yup

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
favourable reactions, people don't know how define it which adds to the mystery

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
oversized hatchback, crossover

11. What question did I forget to ask?

 

[ohioboater]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?

Touring, Silver, Manual

2. Whereabouts are you located?

SE Ohio

3. Is this your first Mazda?

Depends on whether you count the Ranger and Escort as Mazdas or Fords.

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?

Subaru Legacy, Toyota Matrix, MPV

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?

3 functional rows of seating
Good mileage
A blast to drive

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?

1. AWD, though the FWD seems to work well in what little snow we've had so far
2. Euro roof rack rails instead of those tiny single bolt attachment points. Though once Thule makes a fit kit, this'll be moot.
3. 2nd and 3rd rows removable instead of just foldable.
4. Aux input jack on stereo (oops, that's four)

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?

Maybe tint the windows.

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?

Yes.

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?

What is that thing? Oh, cool.

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?

A vanlet.

11. What question did I forget to ask?

African or European?

 

[MFive]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?

2007 Mazda 5 Touring / Strato Blue / Auto / all-weather floor mats, tinted windows, auto dimming compass mirror

2. Whereabouts are you located?

Metro Detroit (Michigan, USA)

3. Is this your first Mazda?

Nope, second. Owned a 2002 Mazda Tribute for two years. I had money down on an RX-8, but went with the Tribby for my fiance.

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?

Ford Freestyle, Ford Freestar, Mercury Monterey, Volvo V50, Ford Edge, Mazda CX-7 & Mazda MPV. Probably would have went with an used Freestar/Monterey or Freestyle had the 5 not existed and fullfilled all our dreams!

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?

(1) Sliding doors, (2) price, & (3) safety.

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?

(1) Better armrest for driver/armrest for passenger, (2) more room between accelerator and brake pedal, (3) ??? give me time, we've not even had it for 24 hours!!!

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
It's a lease, so probably not.

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?

Saw a phantom blue one today -- not my first choice on paint!

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?

Interested. Reactions vary, but mostly "very unique," "I didn't even know this was available," "there's so much space in here!"

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?

Yes. I like to call it a space wagon, since it's an unique term for the US. I get some fun reactions when I call it that.

11. What question did I forget to ask?

Do you think this market will catch on with a shrinking minivan market?

 

[astina.dk]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
Mazda 5 2,0 Diesel Sport / Carbon Grey / Manual 6 Speed / all available

2. Whereabouts are you located?

Denmark

3. Is this your first Mazda?

Always had Mazda

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?

Probably a Seat Altea or VW Touran

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?

Because it's a Mazda, I need it for my work and it's good looking compared to similar cars.

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?

2,3 engine so I could install a 2,3 Turbo Engine from the 6 MPS, and that it would be more popular so we had more aftermarket parts..

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?

Yes, ALOT.

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?

Yeah.. plenty..

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?

They love it.

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?

Well, for me it's a van (only 2 seats) and storage only in the back...

11. What question did I forget to ask?

What my favorite food and hair colour is.

 

[Stamperman]

In an effort to learn more about new Mazda5 owners, I created a little quiz. Please answer only if you have bought a Mazda5:

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
Sport, Blue, Auto - DVD Player

2. Whereabouts are you located?
Columbus, Ohio

3. Is this your first Mazda?
Nope

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
Probably wouldn't have bought anything else, at least not right now.

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
Room (6 seats), built in DVD, it's not a heavy full size mini van or a SUV, so it drives like a real vehicle.

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
All cars in that experience colder climates should have heated side view mirrors and seat warmers!!! I know you can get them on the top level trim cars, but it would be nice to at least have defrosted side view mirrors on the base cars.

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
It's my wife's so I don't plan to do anything but maint.

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
Like 2, total, ever.

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
Most people like it, but become really interested when they learn it has a third row.

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
I don't that there is a catagory yet. It's either a really low car based cross-over or a mini-mini-van.

11. What question did I forget to ask?

How long have you owned it?

 

[Frink]

In an effort to learn more about new Mazda5 owners, I created a little quiz. Please answer only if you have bought a Mazda5:

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
Canadian GT, Black, Manual, Winter Mats

2. Whereabouts are you located?
Southern Ontario

3. Is this your first Mazda?
Yes

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
Scion Xb

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
Space & flexibility, manual trans, Made in Japan

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
6th gear OD, Middle bench seat, cruise control on base model.

7. Do you plan to make any modifications?
no

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
yes

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
Most liked it, didn't know about it.

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
I usually describe it as a mini-minivan.

11. What question did I forget to ask?

 

[ChadSpeed]

1. Which model / color / transmission / options / etc. did you get?
06' Touring, Brilliant Black, Auto, Nav.

2. Whereabouts are you located?
Illinois

3. Is this your first Mazda? yes

4. What other vehicles were you considering, and what would you have bought if the Mazda5 didn't exist?
Probably another Maxima, but the 5 is only thing like it out right now.

5. What were the main three reasons why you chose the Mazda5?
Space, price, and sporty appearance.

6. If you could change three things about the Mazda5 and/or the options avaliable for it, what would they be?
factory sub, more power, different color interiors

7. Do you plan to make any modifications? Upgrade factory speakers, maybe a sub.

8. Have you seen any other Mazda5s on the road yet?
Yes just a couple.

9. What kind of reactions have you received from others on your new Mazda5?
Cute, nice, sporty, but its not a sport sedan.

10. So, is the Mazda5 a MAV, a minivan, a space wagon, a microvan, crossover, toaster oven or what?
I guess I'd say a MAV.

11. What question did I forget to ask? None