What Changed

After skipping the 2011 model year, Mazda offers an all-new 2012 Mazda5 in 2011. A restyled exterior featuring swirling lines is the most noticeable difference. On the inside, the instrument panel and seats are noticeably different, but overall the new model retains the size and efficient packaging that made the prior model remarkable. Under the hood, a larger four-cylinder yields a slight increase in power.

Comparison to Prior Model

2012 Mazda MAZDA5 2010 Mazda MAZDA5
2012 Mazda MAZDA5 2010 Mazda MAZDA5
Price Range ($) $19,625 - $24,025 $17,995 - $23,005
Length (in) 180.5 181.5
Wheelbase (in) 108.3 108.3
Width (in) 68.9 69.1
Height (in) 63.6 64.2
Track (in) 60.2 60.2
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 399.9 405.9
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3417-3457 3422-3479
Legroom Total (in.)
  • 80.1 (First 2 rows)
  • 110.6
  • 75.9 (First 2 rows)
  • 106.6
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 103.1 (First 2 rows)
  • 135.3
  • 97.8 (First 2 rows)
  • 130.3
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 44.4 (Behind row 2)
  • (Behind row 2)
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • FWD
Engines
  • 2.5l I4 (157-bhp)
  • 2.3l I4 (153-bhp)
Transmissions A5, M6 A5, M5
City MPG 21 21-22
Highway MPG 28 27-28
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