Mazda 5 2012 Review

Mazda North American Operations announced that the 2012 Mazda5 compact multi-activity vehicle will be suggested by the manufacturer from the retail price (MSRP) of $ 19.990, including destination and delivery. 2012 Mazda5 will be on sale at dealerships across the United States in January 2011.

The 2012 Mazda5 is available in three trim levels: a well equipped gym, the midlevel Touring and top-line Grand Touring. Whatever the level of equipment or specifications, all the 2012 Mazda5 has a wide range of standard safety features, including Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), traction control, antilock brakes (ABS), tire pressure monitoring, and dual front, front seats and side curtain airbags protecting all three rows.

Well equipped Mazda5 Sport includes 16-inch alloy wheels 205/55/R16 all-season tires, power mirrors, air conditioning, central locking windows and doors, six AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo speakers, auxiliary audio input jack, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, remote keyless entry system, one-touch up / down help window, 50/50 split folding third-row seats and steering wheel audio and cruise control.

Mazda 5 2012
Mazda 5 2012
The Mazda5 Touring (from $ 21,990) is equipped with a five-speed automatic, alloy wheels of 17 inches with P205/50R17 all-season tires, sporty remaining extensions, rear liftgate spoiler, fog lights , Bluetooth ® hands-free phone and audio, leather steering wheel and shift knob and trip computer. Available on Touring models have a sunroof and audio package ($ 1140) includes a power sunroof, 6-CD and Sirius Satellite Radio.

The high-end Grand Touring model (from $ 24,670) adds a power sunroof, xenon discharge High Intensity (HID), automatic headlights / off, heated mirrors, windshield wipers, alarm system anti-theft, driver seat lumbar adjustment, heated front seats, 6-disc CD changer, leather-trimmed seats and Sirius satellite radio.

Mazda 5 2012
Mazda 5 2012

The 2012 Mazda5 is powered by a MZR 2.5-liter I-4 and can be combined with a six-speed manual transmission (Sport models only) or five-speed automatic (standard on Touring and Grand Touring). The MZR 2.5-liter engine produces 157 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 163 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm.

The surprises of popular vehicles MAZDA5 multi-activity with the new Nagare design, versatility, performance and exceptional fuel economy

Offering unexpected levels of design, functionality, packaging and performance simply not found in any other vehicle sold in North America, the Mazda5 is loved by their owners. With a unique combination of flexible seating, sliding doors, elegant design, exceptional maneuverability, fuel efficiency and high safety, MAZDA5 has a strong impact on the U.S. market since it was launched as a 2006 model. The Mazda5 is unique: not fitting into a mold, and neither the owners can not be defined by a segment, is a family, but flourishes in the workforce. You could say that is a good car, where everything else is not.

Mazda 5 2012
Mazda 5 2012

In dealing with the development of a brand new 2012 Mazda5, Hideki Matsuoka, Mazda5 Program Manager, has taken the best of the current model and has continued to evolve. The team aims to create a new Multi-Activity Vehicle (MAV) combines the superior environmental performance, with a new expression of an elegant design. Matsuoka Mazda5 concept was to launch a "contemporary smart choice."

"This concept expresses our goal of building a new engine family for the global market, offering a smart solution to all the user needs by establishing a balance between features and excellent performance," said Matsuoka.

Matsuoka and the team has identified five core values, the development of the 2012 Mazda5:

• Intelligent design and emotional

• rational, easy to use functionality

• Developed with the highest quality

• refined, dynamic driving performance without compromising on environmental initiatives.

The 2012 Mazda5 Mazda Nagare features based on design language is the "flow" which, inspired by the beauty of nature, presents an elegant look not found in all vehicles currently available. It's an attractive look captures attention at first sight.

Amendments to the 2012 Mazda5 will continue under the skin, too, that the vehicle is powered by a 2.5-liter MZR I4, which is also the use of the Mazda3, Mazda6 and CX-7, and can be combined with a manual transmission or automatically. "There have been developed from the experience of Mazda Zoom-Zoom driving force to provide an overall balance of feel and linear response that creates a unique bond between driver and car, and a strong sense confidence in the vehicle, "said Matsuoka.

Adopt the term "seductive intelligence" as a concept, the design of the new Mazda5 is to achieve a better balance between functionality and design, while at the same time giving it a sleek new look that stands out immediately in the form of box design found in the conventional market offerings.

Mazda 5 2012 interior
Mazda 5 2012 interior

The use of the Nagare design language "flow" provides a sleek and stylish with the new Mazda5. Mazda Nagare concept car is, is the first time the language was used in a production vehicle. Nagare incorporates the beauty of nature, especially the forces of wind and water, to use an intuitive sense of movement to the respective design. Nagare design as it applies to the new Mazda5, which not only expresses the essence of the dynamic performance and elegance inspired by the beauty of nature, but also diligent in developing and manufacturing for Mazda5 coexist in harmony with the environment. In addition, its sleek design also helps flowing aerodynamics and a quiet ride.

In the style of the new Mazda5, the design team was the overall image as an individual account of water with ripples intentionally left on the surface, such as body lines express the fluidity of movement. The flow starts on the grill and gently passed over the headlights, hood and fenders. He then goes on the sides of the taillights of the body and the tailgate in a continuous sequence. The different lines and models that appear and disappear again, creating a recurring theme of change and the merger that guide the eyes with its expression of beauty. The overall effect is an image of quality, style and elegance intensifies emotional joy of the property.

The actions of five grid points from a unique design that can be found in the family faces every Mazda. This makes it instantly recognizable as the product of Mazda, and gives it a dynamic and sporty look, which is faithful to the DNA. "Flower" hood lines and headlamps together in the center of the grid to create a strong sense of movement. And curved lines, forming a pattern approved by the grid network to give the impression that the power flows from the pages of the middle, which expresses the basic design of Nagare.

The edges fog lamp is designed to form a continuous line with the shoulders and wheel side to present a broad and dynamic. This blend beautifully with the gentle S-shaped contour created by flowing lines on the sides of the grille and headlights against. It also creates the mesh around the fog lights a design that flows back to the rear of the vehicle. The deeply sculpted form of the area around the hood and front fog lights offer a real face, emphasizing his aggressive style appearance. The cap is placed higher than the previous generation Mazda5, which is a significant presence.

The Nagare design motif used on the sides of the body continues gracefully dynamic flow lines of the headlights and front fenders, and realizes that the flow on the rear fenders and rear lights combined with beautiful fashion. In the same vein, the slide rails to mix with clever lines of characters.

By connecting the flow of the front and sides with the rear fenders, rear combination lights and all the way to the tailgate, creating the design of a Mazda5 Bodyline exquisite and consistent. Add call and lending the rear look wider more stable, powerful shoulders are lines carved by prominent rear fender combined with the location of the rear lights that are placed lower than the previous generation vehicle . The icing on the cake is the quarterback and prolonged rear glass sections, which completely cover the D-pillars to mark the design fresh and flowing.

The headlights of the new Mazda5 play a role in the overall vehicle design. The design starts with headlights headlights look tense distinguishes Mazda, Nagare is presented as an S-shaped design and flexible. This line combined with the arches of fender grille, hood and front reinforced the individualistic nature of the vehicle. Direct electrodeposition coating is used to improve the contrast of textures in the lamp housing. The overall effect is that of an original and very elegant design and new.

The rear lights pick flow character lines on the sides of the body and slides, and will continue to tailgate to form a beautiful design. By creating this look, the mixture of subsequent Mazda5 end rails sliding smoothly into the rear lights create a simple and elegant look.

Premium interior with flair Nagare.

Topics adopted by the Nagare design language can also be found throughout the interior lines of rings and along the dash on the ground in the seats and the design of the fabric of the seat. The mood is established that a sport, high quality interior.

The driver-oriented positions in the upper meter of the bonnet as the highest point, where all the lines flow from the nicely wrap the driver. The dashboard flows from the cab to the central panel of the dashboard and the passenger side ripple effect, which refers to the direction of fluid design. The same continues to flow through the lines of the model of seat that fits perfectly in the second and third row seats to create a strong sense of the entire interior.

Cockpit has a sporty look that hints that the Mazda5 is like driving, where to look for sunken twin indicators genuine leather that wraps the steering wheel and shift knob. The central panel is equipped with chrome-trimmed controls and silver, which creates the appearance of high-quality, all the emphasis on stylish design of the new Mazda5 cabin.

Convenient features.

Based on an innovative packaging concept, the first generation Mazda5 value offered far surpassed that of other vehicles on the market. The delicate balance between sporty dynamics, versatility and functionality excellent Mazda5 earned high praise from media and consumers.

"The Mazda5 is a part of a class of vehicles that are extremely popular in Europe and Japan, where space and utility must be maximized and driving performance is held at a premium," said Matsuoka. "We wanted to ensure that the vehicle was fun to drive, yet versatile and convenient. The attractive appearance and good performance in no way compromise packaging and versatility."

When the total length of 180.5 cm, width 68.9 cm, height 63.6 cm, and sits on 108.3-inch step, the Mazda5 offers space and comfort, while in a surprisingly compact. A long wheelbase allows passengers to have an extra space for its small size and short front and rear overhang allow for better handling and ease of parking. Despite the long wheelbase, the Mazda5 is an impressively tight turning radius of 36.7 meters, which makes it very easy to handle difficult situations. With a low coefficient of drag of 0.30, is aerodynamically efficient cleaving the air quietly and maximizing fuel economy.

A very popular feature in the previous generation that arises is superbly practical manual sliding side doors at the rear that can be operated with one finger. The doors hug the sides of the vehicle when it is open, and create a wide opening for easy entry and exit in the back - even for third row passengers. This not only gives much better access over traditional hinged doors, it is also an advantage in tight parking spaces because they require little side clearance when open.

Despite the makeup compact Mazda5 is a spacious cabin. Three features contribute to its spacious interior: a low-profile fuel tank, a compact multi-link rear suspension, and trampled on the floor. The latter allows for excellent legroom for all - especially sitting in the second and third lines. The ingeniously flexible interior takes convenience and versatility to a whole new level, and there are two passengers, three, four, five or six, and the right amount of weight.

The second row has separate captain's chairs to add comfort levels (and to minimize the "feel" the joy that little one bank fee). They slide and tilt and can be folded without removing their headrests. They also have a one-touch lever that automatically tips the file before and slides the band to its first position to allow greater access to third row.

The third row seat is split 50/50. They can be tilted individually and folded flat to create a flat load area, ideal for carrying mountain bikes or bulky sports equipment. With the rear seats folded, the load capacity is a spacious 44.4 cubic feet. Even with all six seats in the "up" position, the baggage area is still large enough to carry a baby stroller standard accoutrements behind the third row.

The internal storage includes a lot of departments, including a giant illuminated glovebox and half-liter bottle in each pocket. In addition, under the seat storage in the second-row seats can fold forward pillows. The right-middle location also offers a tilt-out basketball, protect all the little "things" that the family gets together.

The Mazda5 a "theater style" seating. The ground intensified mentioned above means that each row is mounted a little higher than the front to improve visibility for all. The driver also benefits from excellent visibility, improving primary safety as well as to make driving more comfortable.