Mazda 5

Reasonable size MPV for families that do not need those full-sized ones. Sliding doors are convenient to use and available on both sides. Driver seat can be raised high up, this allows for more leg space at second row.

In my search for a compact MPV, I considered the Mazda 5, Toyota offerings from both PI (triplets and Sienta) and the AD (Wish), as well as Kia Carens. For the budget, Mazda 5 easily offers the best value proposition in terms of standard features (power sliding doors on both driver and passenger sides, sunroof, auto headlight and wipers, second row aircon blower, locally fitted leather seats, locally fitted HU with built-in navigation). Mazda 5 drives very much like a sedan, and the size is less daunting (compared to the triplets) for my wife to drive from time to time. Overall, I am very happy with the purchase so far in terms of the ability to fit two convertible car seats and ferry additional family members on some occasions.

One thing I would like to highlight is that the OMV for Oct 17 Mazda 5 is nearer to $17k than the $19k referenced by sgcarmart. Do your maths if this fits your depreciation budget and value for money calculations.

Lovely MPV do drive. Love the responsiveness of the engine (with the expense of fuel economy) and absolutely love the automatic sliding doors. The first midsize MPV with sliding doors in Singapore, the seat configuration is really interesting and convenient. Standard sunroof is a huge plus as it's usually a premium add-on.

A smooth drivetrain with a suspension to match. The handling is really good for a car that sits high. This would be one of the best cars in it's class.

Upgraded from Mazda 3 to 5. First time driving MPV. Mazda 5 isn't the best looking or best featured MPV in market for sure - Citroen and Renault MPVs look very nice and have great features (e.G. Touch screen and 6 air bags). But finally settled on Mazda 5 for practicality, especially the sliding door!

Having driven the M5 for about a month, I have had no problems so far and zero complaints about the ride. Ride comfort and handling are excellent for an MPV in my view.

Factoring in the price along with the features and the drive itself, I honestly think it is one of the best MPVs to buy in the market today at this price range.

Nice MPV with all the features you need, was served by nice and professional agent. Sky-active engines seems to be very responsive at the mid to high rpm range. Easy handling similar to most of the sedans.

I encountered few issues within a month of buying new Mazda 5.

Loss of power when I accelerate.. RPM hits up to 4000 but vehicle doesn't accelerate at all when I drive along expressway at 70-80km.. And engine continue runs at high rpm of 4000 for about 5 seconds even after I remove the foot from accelerator pedal, consuming lot of fuel.. (no wonder I have mileage of only 10km/L while they claim 13km) - I never encountered thus in my old Mazda 5 though this symptom is intermittent in new Mazda 5

I never expected brand new Mazda 5 having noise from wheels (I suppose from brakes) immediately after 1000km service during driving off -also intermittent but louder at times. Not sure whether due part issue or workmanship of Mazda service done at 1000km.

I have returned my car to Mazda dealer workshop today to find the causes and fix the problem. Hopefully they fix it and problem goes away.

I have driven the older Mazda 5 (2006) and was impress with the car, handling was good and decided to get the newer version, with the interior much the same but with lower quality leather seat.

I have been driving the newer version for a year now, total disappointment.

When I first drove the car, it always change lane automatically. On highway at lane one, it takes less than 5 seconds to complete a lane change to lane 2.

Feedback to the service center and had the wheels re-align. Went back out and had the same problem. I noticed that the steering wheel keep pointing a little left and inform Mazda service center and replaced the steering unit. After which the same problem still occurs. Inform them again, this time round they push the blame to the tyres.

Their workshop manager did a test drive with me and told me the car was totally alright when I saw him using his hand to twitch the wheel to get the car moving straight. (he claimed he has more than 30 years of experience...)

there was once they realigned the car to drive right so that the car actually goes straight when the steering wheel turns slightly to the left.

inform them again, this time round they push the blame to the tyre manufacturer. It was only after numerous trips to their service center over 10 months from the date I collected the car, we gotten the tyres replace.

Till date, the car is still not moving straight and steering wheel don't go back to the straight position after a u turn.

When the car encounters an uneven road, the wheel will twitch.

can feel the car vibrating up and down while driving on even grounds.

I have did a test drive recently and the test drive car perform well.

To sum up, The after sales suck.

If u are unlucky like me, good luck as u are stuck due to the high price of cars in Singapore.

New car, just driven for 2 weeks, the reliability need to be tested and I hope it uphold the badge of made in Japan on reliability.

I spent 10 years with a Honda Stream and I am impressed with Honda Stream's reliability. Switching over to M5 is a very careful decision balancing cost, feature and country of origin. And so far the decision sounds right.

I like the stability, I enjoy the sun roof. The fuel efficiency was better than my Stream and my Nissan Sunny. Overall I feel that the handling resembles those car I used to drive in US, very stable for long distance (will be good if it comes with cruise control).

The rear aircon and the fact that Asian adult can sit decently in the third row, are pluses over JDM MPV like Toyota Wish and Honda Stream.

With parents and growing kids, having a MPV becomes essential. Took me many months of research and looking around before committing to a Mazda 5. The factors for me are as follow:

(1) Budget of only $130k;

(2) spacious interior in particularly the 3rd rows seat to fit adults of 1.6m and kids.

(3) spacious interior for 1st row and 2nd row for tall people with height of 1.82m.

(4) adequate boot space even with 3rd row seat up for me to place car cleaning equipments and emergency water of 2 liters;

(5) basic features (such as Bluetooth connectivity) offered must not be worse than my current Honda sedan.

(6) must not be too boxy or look like a loaf of bread as my wife thinks such design are hideous and boring;

(7) engine that is as responsive and power as my current Honda.

(8) low annual road tax.

With the above considerations, you folks can imagine the tough time I had finding the right MPV. I have considered and test drove Jade RS, Mobilio, Odyssey, Wish, Biante, Mazda 5, Honda Step Wagon.

Jade is no good for old folks as floorboard too low. Mobilio does not have arm rest at driver's seat and only 1.5 engine and only gets powerful only when vtec steps in and not to mention very plain interiors. Odyssey too expensive. Wish very spacious but the drive feels somewhat lacking in power relative to a Honda. Biante and Stepwagon looks too boxy and I cannot convince wifey to buy them based on practicality.

Also test drove SUV Nissan X trail but the 3rd row seats are for babies/dwarfs .....Or for seating pple you hated.

Finally selected Mazda 5 after much deliberation.

Tested Mobilo, Wish, Odyssey, Biante and Mz5 before committing to the purchase of Mz5.

Has better power and space than the first 2 at the same price range and cheaper than the next 2. Biante is ok but too big. Like driving a mini bus.

Overall a good ride. Love the sunroof and sliding doors.

I was shortlisting Mazda 5, Toyota Wish and Kia Carens (Petrol Version) to replace my 2007 model Kia Carens .

I have recently took delivery of my Mazda 5 which I've purchased before CNY (car prices dropped when CAT B COE dropped to $38K), and I'm enjoying every minute in this car.

These 3 MPVs fit within my budget, and I chose this Mazda 5 due to the following reasons:

1. Not common on the road.

2. Value for $$ given that this is the cheapest dual power sliding doors MPV in the market.

3. Japanese car with a conventional 6 speeder, not CVT.

4. Handling and ride comfort the best among these 3 shortlisted rides.

5. Ample headroom from 1st to 3rd row seats.

6. Non-pushy Mazda SE who makes the overall shopping experience a good one.

Was previously driving Toyota wish. Test drive Mazda 5, handling and power was good compared to my last ride. Bought it at $103988 when COE went down. Comes with pioneer DVD with GPS, tinted window and free servicing till 60k. 3 years warranty or 60k whichever comes first. Of course features like HID, auto start, cruise control etc which does not comes with it, these are the features good to have but is OK even without it compare buying this car at this price. Fuel consumption was around 10km to 11.5km with 50/50.

Narrowed down the search for a compact and lower priced MPV with rear aircon to these 3: Mazda5, Mobilio & Orlando.

In the end, chose the Mazda5 because of: made in Japan, Skyactiv engine, comfortable and adjustable height for driver's seat, 2nd row seats can be adjusted front & back, sunroof & sliding passenger doors which is the trump card for kids & elderly.

Cons: no drl or hid lights, no facelift since 2012, 3rd row seats dimensions and legroom are smaller compared to mobilio.

Great for someone who just wants a no-frills 7-seater to ferry family around. Features lacking compared to the other brands, but the price makes up for it, especially for people like me who doesn't really need all the extra features (they are more of nice-to-have).

The sliding doors are great for families. Makes it easier to put kids into the car and take them out as well.

The handling is great. I can make a U-turn nicely into the 2nd lane, without going into the 3rd lane at all. Then handling is better than most sedans I have tried, despite being a MPV.