Which Mazda 5 should I buy?

HenryJ

Member
:
Mazda 6
Hi, I'm in need of a spacious family car and as a long-time Mazda user I've decided to take a look at Mazda 5. I've found two offers in my area (Cheshire) that are interesting:
http://www.as-cars.co.uk/mazda-5-2006-phantom-blue-12-months-mot-mpv-7-seat-seater-mazda5-2568-p.asp
http://www.gumtree.com/p/mazda/mazda-5-furano-mpv-64k-miles-full-service-history/1085449139

So here's my main question - which one should I buy? The first one is only a year older yet it's a much cheaper option. On the second hand, the second one has a lower milage. Dear Mazda 5 users, how does the performance and durability of the spares differ in 95k and 64k? Both cars (at least the description says so) are in very good technical condition, but I'm worried the first one will require much more investment in Mazda parts (I only use original ones. Always). What do you think?
 
2006 was first year for the 5 here in the USA, and it suffered from some first year teething issues. Rear shocks dont last long, suspension bushings in general are too soft and can fail prematurely. I would opt for the 07 if it were my money, not the least because that " Stellar Greensilver" color is awesome! Good luck...
 
Diesel FTW gimme a couple of years and ill do a diesel swap into mine. That is, if Mazda ever decides to sell a NA market diesel...
 
... That is, if Mazda ever decides to sell a NA market diesel...

Considering that MazdaUSA announced publicly and officially that they were bringing the diesel mz6 to north america and it is STILL not here almost two years later... I wouldn't hold your breath for a diesel mz5 anytime soon, lol.
 
Considering that MazdaUSA announced publicly and officially that they were bringing the diesel mz6 to north america and it is STILL not here almost two years later... I wouldn't hold your breath for a diesel mz5 anytime soon, lol.

They were going to in 6 (stupid car to bring it in, should be CX5), but it did not pass California emissions so had to be shelved.

Other Mazda issues with this engine: http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/20...stralian-diesel-owners-to-monitor-oil-levels/
 
Last edited:
Back