Hi
I am Mazda5 curious.
I have three kids, that makes us 5 passenger family. We have Subaru Outback AT and MT Civic DX. I am looking for family car. Outback does not really fit 5 (with all the car seats and boosters).
I do not like minivans. I googled "minivan manual transmission" and discovered Mazda5 which seems close to wagon than to minivan. What is your opinion about fitting 5 passengers and corresponding gear/luggage for long trips in Mazda5? (typically camping) I understand that there is almost no cargo space w/ 3rd row seats up. If one 3rd row seat is folded, will it provide enough cargo room?
Next, I see that Mazda5 comes w/o roof rails. This is a pity given how small cargo space is. How hard it is to fit it with roof rails. Main purpose is to carry bikes and skis.
This weekend I am planning to check out Mazda5 at the nearest Mazda dealership, but wanted to hear your opinions as well.
Thank you
I am Mazda5 curious.
I have three kids, that makes us 5 passenger family. We have Subaru Outback AT and MT Civic DX. I am looking for family car. Outback does not really fit 5 (with all the car seats and boosters).
I do not like minivans. I googled "minivan manual transmission" and discovered Mazda5 which seems close to wagon than to minivan. What is your opinion about fitting 5 passengers and corresponding gear/luggage for long trips in Mazda5? (typically camping) I understand that there is almost no cargo space w/ 3rd row seats up. If one 3rd row seat is folded, will it provide enough cargo room?
Next, I see that Mazda5 comes w/o roof rails. This is a pity given how small cargo space is. How hard it is to fit it with roof rails. Main purpose is to carry bikes and skis.
This weekend I am planning to check out Mazda5 at the nearest Mazda dealership, but wanted to hear your opinions as well.
Thank you