2015 Mazda 5

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Rating7.2

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Compact Van
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$21,240 - $24,770
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Handles impressively for a van

The four-cylinder engine feels puny compared to the rivals

The 6-speed manual transmission has been discontinued.

The most affordable offering in its class

Limited to a 6-passenger capacity

No new changes for 2015

There is ample cargo space for your weekend drive

Lacks some significant safety features

Specs & Features

$21,240

price

157 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

163 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

5-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.5L 4cyl FWD 5A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the realm of compact vans for passengers, the 2015 Mazda 5 is well known. Prices go up to MSRP $24,770, with 3 trims being offered. With gorgeous, and in fact quite roomy, interiors, the Mazda 5 offers seating for up to 6 people. There is a single-engine on offer, which is a 2.5L inline-4 engine, attached to a five-speed automatic transmission, that makes 157 horsepower, and 163 lb-ft of torque. This returns a combined fuel economy of 24 MPG. Despite a curb weight of 3,457 pounds, this engine feels potent enough. Mazda offers a decent amount of practical as well as cosmetic features, further increasing the prospects of the Mazda 5 among competitors like the Honda Odyssey, the Toyota Sienna, and the Kia Sedona.

Buying Advice

There is not much difference between all the three trims available in terms of price. For a $3,000 increase over the base trim, the top-level Grand touring trim brings a lot to the table, including automatic xenon headlights, driver lumbar adjustment, sunroof, heated mirrors, automatic wipers, leather upholstery, heated front seats, and satellite radio for better comfort levels.

Trims

    Sport
    $21,240 onwards
    • 16-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 50-50 split-bench Third row seats
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Front automatic air conditioning
    • Rear air conditioning with controls
    • Remote keyless entry
    Touring
    $22,370 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Parking assist
    Grand Touring
    $24,770 onwards
    • AM/FM/Satellite
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof

Compare to similar cars

Price

$21,240- $24,770

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.15

Horsepower

157 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

163 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

6

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$21,795- $30,995

Gasoline

7.22

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

7

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$28,975- $44,600

Gasoline

7.92

248 hp @ 5700 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

7

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$26,100- $39,700

Gasoline

7.88

276 hp @ 6000 rpm

248 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

7

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$26,530- $43,180

Gasoline

7.72

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

240 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

7

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2015 Mazda 5 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2015 Mazda 5

    Ranked #4

    9.7 sec--
    7.3 sec15.7 sec120 mph
    7.7 sec16.0 sec115 mph
    7.7 sec15.9 sec-
    8.9 sec16.8 sec118 mph

    2015 Mazda 5 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2015 Mazda 5

      Ranked #1

      21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg15.9 gal.333.9/445.2 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg22 mpg20 gal.400/540 mi.
      19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg21 gal.399/588 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg21.1 gal.379.8/506.4 mi.
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg20 gal.340/500 mi.

      2015 Mazda 5 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2015 Mazda 5

        Ranked #5

        180.5 in.68.9 in.63.6 in.5.5 in.108.3 in.
        202.9 in.79.2 in.68.4 in.4.5 in.118.1 in.
        202.8 in.78.7 in.68.9 in.5.6 in.121.2 in.
        201.4 in.78.1 in.68.5 in.6.7 in.120.5 in.
        200.8 in.77.6 in.71.5 in.6.2 in.118.1 in.

        2015 Mazda 5 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2015 Mazda 5

          Ranked #5

          11.7 cu.ft.97.7 cu.ft.44.4 cu.ft.
          37.1 cu.ft.177.8 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.
          33.9 cu.ft.172.3 cu.ft.142 cu.ft.
          38.4 cu.ft.172.6 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.
          33 cu.ft.163.5 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.

          2015 Mazda 5 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2015 Mazda 5

            Ranked #1

            -11.7 cu.ft.44.4 cu.ft.74 ft.
            108.4 cu.ft.37.1 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.99 ft.
            16.2 cu.ft.33 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.-
            74.6 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.142 cu.ft.-
            72.6 cu.ft.38.4 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.-

            2015 Mazda 5 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2015 Mazda 5

              Ranked #3

              -1228 lbs.3457 lbs.
              3600 lbs.1540 lbs.4321 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1623 lbs.4396 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1651 lbs.4414 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1447 lbs.4349 lbs.

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