First generation Mazda 5 vehicles measure 4505 mm (177.36 in.) in length, 1755 mm (69.09 in.) in width, and 1665 mm (65.55 in.) in height. In the second generation, the size is almost identical, with length being slightly increased, vehicles being 4585 mm (180.51 in.) long, 1750 mm (68.9 in.) wide, and 1615 mm (63.58 in.) in tall.
Despite being a large vehicle, Mazda 5’s fuel consumption is quite decent, according to official numbers, with fuel economy figures of between 5.2 l/100 km (45.23 mpg) and 8.3 l/100 km (28.34 mpg). Owners, however, often point out higher than expected actual fuel consumption.
Mazda 5 has a fuel tank capacity of 60 liters (15.85 gal).
The Mazda 5 range offers 2 engine size options for petrol variants – 1.8- (1798 cm3 | 109.72 cu. in.) and 2.0-liter (1999 cm3 | 121.99 cu. in.) 4-cylinder engines, and 2 diesel options – 1.6- (1560 cm3 | 95.2 cu. in.) and 2.0-liter (1998 cm3 | 121.93 cu. in.) 4-cylinder engines.
Mazda 5 cars, equipped with 1.6-liter diesel engines, can produce an output of 115 Hp and 270 Nm of torque.
Mazda 5 is a front-wheel-drive vehicle.
Mazda 5 is available as a 7-seat or a 6-seat vehicle.
Reliability reports from owners of Mazda 5 vehicles have not been all positive. The most common issues pointed out are failure of shock absorbers and DPF prone to getting blocked.