a10thunder
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Has anyone seen this? Other than Consumer Reports, I believe this is the only other road test of the Mazda5.
The acceleration times are a bit disappointing but braking distance is pretty good.
Full article here:
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FullTests/articleId=108946
The acceleration times are a bit disappointing but braking distance is pretty good.
Vehicle Tested:
2006 Mazda MAZDA5 Touring 4dr Minivan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
MSRP of Test Vehicle: $22,410 Price It!!
What Works:
Attractive design, makes the most of limited space, handles well, strong brakes, great price.
What Needs Work:
Needs more horsepower and a front-passenger armrest.
Bottom Line:
A stylish, practical and petite minivan that needs a little more power to be a complete package.
Performance
0 - 30 (sec): 3.9
0 - 45 (sec): 6.5
0 - 60 (sec): 10.1
0 - 75 (sec): 15.7
1/4 Mile (sec @ mph): 17.53 @ 80 mph
30 - 0 (ft): 31.4
60 - 0 (ft): 125.72
Braking Rating (Excellent, Good, Average, Poor or Very Poor): Good
Slalom (mph): 63.40
Turning Circle (ft), curb-to-curb: .79
Handling Rating (Excellent, Good, Average, Poor or Very Poor): Good
Db @ Idle: 39
Db @ Full Throttle: 78
Db @ 70 mph Cruise: 70
Full article here:
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FullTests/articleId=108946