Mazda road test reports and car reviews

Mazda 5 Sport 2006

Bought the car new in march 2006.At first service dealer wouldn’t let me leave as REAR TYRES DANGEROUS. Mazda paid. At 18000 miles FRONT TYRES CONDEMNED. Mazda paid for one. At 27000 miles N.S.SHOCKER FAILED M.O.T.. Mazda paid. At 33000 miles O.S.SHOCKER GUBBED. Fighting with Mazda as we speak. Car now out of warranty. Apart from these things car has been excellent. If only Mazda had done the honourable thing at the beginning. This model is now tainted.

Mazda E2200 1994

After entering my last review on the Mazda E2200 van,10-11-2008, my cylinder head eventually cracked!! The van was off the road for a few months, but looking at the van in general,she was in really good nick, cosmetically and structurally! So decided to give her a new lease of life,..ok: brand new cylinder head re-dressed using the valves and parts from my old one.!! i removed cylinder head sent it to "super dave" (Headkins engineering) where it was stripped..and the new head was rebuilt! I then put the engine back together including a timing belt kit,stuck her in for M.o.T, straight through!!! I have been using her everyday since. WHAT A VAN! WHAT A VAN!! I would recommend it to anyone!!

Mazda 6 Hatchback TS 2007

Very nice car to drive, handles very well either belting down the motorway or around country lanes, 147bhp is handled excellently by the automatic gearbox.

Mazda 2 1.4 TS 2005

We bought this car in November 2007 it was low mileage. Without doubt it is the best car I have ever had; the practicality of a Honda Jazz without appearing as common as every other car on the road. It’s ride, handling, economy are all superb. The only problem that it has always had is difficulty closing the drivers electric window from morning start up’s, it has to be gingerly coaxed to close or will auto open again, Once closed the problem doesn’t occur again until the following morning start up(?) The bright red paintwork never fails to dazzle when cleaned. I don’t see how the newer car of the year Mazda 2 can be markedly more economical? Our’s being more practical is often fully laden complete with loaded roof box mounted on the car’s roof rails no matter if laden or not 400 miles per tank full never varies (approx 45-50mpg) had no rust problems as in the other review here. Wish Mazda would re-introduce it as a 2 mini MPV as we have no idea what car could possibly replace it and tick so many boxes.

Mazda E2200 2000

I have had 3 vans over the last 13 years and just rebuilding the 4th which is an 02 plate (fingers crossed). I have had the current one 8 years. If only they hadn’t stopped making them I would for bought a new one.

Mazda MX-5 2000

A Brilliant little car, easy to fit in (I’m 6’1" and couldn’t get in the BMW Z3) This little car has been buried under 3 foot of snow for the past three weeks then started first time! I wish my hubby was as reliable!!! :-)

Mazda MX-5 MX5 2007

Great little car to go to the gym and running races in. I have never had any trouble with it. Buy one.

Mazda 6 Hatchback TS2 2007

One of the first of the new Mazda 6’s and both my wife and I loved the car as soon as we saw it. That continued until recently. We were impressed with the drive, economy, styling, comfort and overall feel of this excellent looking car.....and then.....SNOW !!! Yes, it warned us of impending slippery conditions, what it didnt tell us that it simply had no way of combatting them !!! The arse end was all over the place and on the slightest of incline, despite new tyres etc, etc.,it simply could not cope. Others on the hill were up up and away,and here was I, going sideways!! Luckily I guess we don’t regularly have winters and conditions like we have had the last 6 weeks!!!

Responses to this review

Do you have the petrol or diesel version? - Allan Jamieson from Mid-Lothian (Edinburghshire)

Mazda 6 TS2 2007

One of the first of the new Mazda 6’s and both my wife and I loved the car as soon as we saw it. That continued until recently. We were impressed with the drive, economy, styling, comfort and overall feel of this excellent looking car.....and then.....SNOW !!! Yes, it warned us of impending slippery conditions, what it didnt tell us that it simply had no way of combatting them !!! The arse end was all over the place and on the slightest of incline, despite new tyres etc, etc.,it simply could not cope. Others on the hill were up up and away,and here was I, going sideways!! Luckily I guess we don’t regularly have winters and conditions like we have had the last 6 weeks!!!

Mazda 5 2.0D Furano 2007

Bought a 2.0D Mazda Furano in 2007, ex-demo car with 6000 miles on the clock. I have now covered nearly 80,000 miles with good and bad points. The good bits first: Practical layout, sliding doors are great, especially for those with young kids or elderly parents, and great in tight car park spaces. I average about 45mpg, which isn’t too bad considering the size of the car. The bad points: Eats it’s way through tyres! First set lasted only 17,000 miles. Poor suspension geometry set-up was to blame and eventually got Mazda to sort under warranty and reclaim 50% of cost of tyres - don’t let them fob you off, they know about the problem. Still quite heavy on use though and now on fourth set! Clunky gearbox and whines in low gears all "very normal" characteristics! My suspension is now very noisy, creeks & groans and worse when cold. Servicing costs are quite expensive. In summary, practical, more van like than car like but wouldn’t buy another.

Responses to this review

If you’ve still got the car get rid before the ABS pump packs up, they cost from dealers is £1800.00. Since my last post the air bag light has now come on, not a very happy person :( Mazda UK sucks like Mazdas. ANYONE THINKING OF GETTIN ONE THINK TWICE, STAY AWAY - George from Bridgend

Mazda 5 2007

Do not buy a Mazda 5 or a 3; I’ve had the tyres done, had shocks done all under warrenty. 3 years later, the first week of no warrenty the abs pump went. I phoned Mazda UK who said "sorry can’t help you." Now the third week of no warrenty there is some kind of a fault on the air bag. In  the 25 years since I’ve been on the road and of all the cars I’ve had Mazda has been the worse one and Mazda UK is useless.

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I bought a brand new Mazda 5 in 2007 in Long Beach, USA with extended warranty (which means it is more than the 36k warranty) . The first issue about the car was the seat tracks which came loose. They fixed it because it was covered by their "warranty". Next was the brake rotors that got warped. It was machined and fixed ok. Next was the transmission fluid that got burned and had to be replaced. Then there was poor alignment and had to be aligned. Next, the tires had uneven wear which needed replacement. And now the rear shock absorber is leaking hydraulic fluid. All of these happened when the car is less than 3 years old and less than 40k mileage. The car is used mainly on freeways and never been subjected to abuse or misuse, I think there is something wrong with the car (lemon) and the craftmanship is poor. I wonder what mechanical problem will happen with the car (I will keep you posted). When the dealer was asked if these were coverd by their "extended warranty", their answer was a flat NO. I have a 2007 Toyota and I drive it almost everyday. It has 60k mileage and never had any issues. For sure, I will never buy a Mazda again. My only problem is how to get rid of the car since I am still tied with a 15k payment...- Carlos M. from United States of America

Mazda 5 2007

I purchased a Mazda 5 TS2 (16500miles) 10 days ago from the an Arnold Clark branch in Kirkcaldy. When I picked up the car and travelled to my home, outside Glasgow, I became aware of a slight shudder from the rear of the car. I have now taken the car to Arnold’s in Glasgow, and they have diagnosed "faulty rear shock-absorbers", which will be replaced under warranty. I have been advised by the Service Dept. not to drive the car as it is dangerous. However, looking at other reviews, I will also be checking the condition of the tyres. My wife purchased a new 2000 Premacy and over the last nine and a half years has had few complaints. It’s a pity that Mazda seem to have let quality slip when they inntroduced the Mazda 5 as its replacement.

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Hi, I had same problem last night and my car is back in with the dealer as I type. They say there is no tyre wear problems on 2008 models as the problem was rectified! Mine also has uneven tyre wear on the outside edges. My car is under 2 years old and has done 19,500 miles. They say lucky tyres have lasted this long on an MPV!! Waiting for Mazda to decide if they will contribute but dealer thinks they will refuse. They blame under inflation despite following the pressures recommended on the plate on the door frame! - Paula Jones from Essex

Mazda 5 2008

Had a blowout this week and on checking found the extent of horrific uneven wear on both front tyres. The car is currently with the dealer but dont know if I will have to pay for replacement tyres. Only had car for 15 months and it has also been back in 3 times for problems with gear box which still isn’t right. Will be very reluctant to undertake any motorway journeys in case I have another blowout. Can’t wait to get rid of it as soon as I can afford to.

Mazda 2 1.4 D TS2 2003

I had no reservations at all about buying this 2003 model car recently as the Autocar review stated: "Made by Ford in Spain the Maza 2 offers Mazda reliabilty with Ford durabilty", and I have to totally agree with that because even though this car has covered very high milage (over 160,000!) it was still in immaculate condition inside and out and it drives like new!!! It came "fully loaded" and even has dark "privacy glass" on the rear and rear side windows which makes it look even cooler. I paid just £1900 for mine which is an amazing bargain and very cheap Group 3 insurance and Group C Tax at £35 a year, makes my buy even sweeter! I’d recommend this car to anyone in a heartbeat.

Mazda 6 Katano 2007

Despite continual ingress of damp into the headlights I have been told by Mazda that this was quite normal and to keep my headlights on for at least 15 minutes daily! The boot was almost impossible to open as as lifting arms were obviously not strong enough for the weight of the aerofoil on Katano model. I waited some 3 months for Mazda to obtain stronger arms, which I think came from Japan. I find that after you purchase a new Mazda the dealership isn’t really interested in any complaints you have after that time. I find the clutch very fiery. I do not think I shall buy another Mazda.

Mazda 5 2.0 Sport petrol 2008

Got the Mazda 5 Sport in July 2008, (after Mazda’s claimed cure for the rear tyre wear, about Feb I think). I have covered 34000 miles and is now on it’s 3rd complete set of tyres. All have worn through to the inner carcass of the tyres on the front inner edge. Mazda try to hide or extend tyre life by moving worn front tyres to the rear therefore effectively doubling their useful life. See photos of tyres at http://mazdaforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=20951 . From my many years of experience I will declare that this front inner edge tyre wear is due wholly to the incorrect CAMBER (too negative) because this vehicle has the 17" wheels as opposed to the originally designed 15" base model with no alteration to thoe front geometry in this larger wheeled version. Do not be fobbed off by Mazda’s excuse of "..it’s toe-in, toe-out, under inflation, over inflation or heavy/fast cornering." All these excuses show different symptoms to what we see and experience. The effect is that the car is really running on its inner edge while driving causing the poor handling, grip and performance. I have tried Dunlop 2050, Dunlop Maxx TT and now Continental Contisport3 (the ContiSport 3 are the best gripping for the UK’s cold and wet roads). It is not the tyre manufacturers fault as Mazda have suggested with some rubbish about a redesigned tyre (I have talked to & e-mailed Dunlop and there is no knowledge or proof of a ’redesign’ of Sport 2050). There is no easy cure for the Mazda 5’s front inner edge tyre wear problem except for a major expensive refit of the front suspensions’ McPherson Strut. Other than that and both rear suspension dampers being replaced (failed and leaking oil) it goes well with its 2 litre engine and built in bluetooth for mobile phones it’s okay. Consumption is less than 31MPG (27.5 - 30.1)

Mazda E2200 1998

I bought the e2200 diesel new in january 1998. I have had it for 12 years with no major problems! Absolutely excellent. I did lose the rear wiper about 6 months ago! First set of front brake pads at 92000 miles(3 years ago) a new battery and glow plugs last year, along with a few bulbs and a new exhaust back box,I do service regularly so that’s why its been so reliable. Top vans, no doubt!!

Mazda BT-50 2009

I have owned this truck for 6 months now and am truly delighted with it. It does everything, loaded or unloaded and is sensational off road. Would buy again over all the competition and fuel is amazing, regularly getting 35+. If your looking for a workhorse that drives like a car, look no further, 5stars, six if it was an option.

Mazda MX-5 2.0i 6-speed Sport-Tech (Option Pack) 2005

We’ve owned this car for 2 months now and it’s great! It has 35,000 on the clock, leather seats etc. When we got into it, we knew we would buy it and a test run convinced us, it’s brilliant to drive! Build quality is superb and the hood is simple to operate. It needs alot of right-foot to reach it’s full potential, but this car is not about speed. We have the best fun at slower speeds along country roads. With the roof down on a warm autumn day and some nice classical music, it’s bliss and you can easily hear eachother talk! The engine note is satisfying and the handling is 100% safe. The car feels really solid and the boot space is impressive. We love this car and the whole driving experience that goes with it. I used to hanker after a Porsche Boxster, but who needs one when you’ve got a car as fun and cheap to run as this?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe 2009

Everything's going for it, so why don't you go for it? It harvests the traditional sports car virtues without getting stuck in the rut of the past. It's as up to date as the date on today's calendar and has the charm and appeal to make everyday feel like that special holiday. There's all the dash and flair one could wish for without the flash of the exhibitionist - so if you could package fun in commonsense and splash it with a dash of sunshine, this treat would be hard to beat. We're talking glowingly about Mazda's latest MX5 - with origins back to 1989 - which continues the great sports car tradition that dashing young (and old) blades have known and loved for generations. Being a Mazda, It's as reliable as a banker's bonus; with a plus factor that prices haven't gone through the roof (Starting at £19345 for the Roadster Coupe tested, but Soft top MX5s start at just over £16000). This little Mazda is simply amazing and one wonders why everyone doesn't grab themselves a share. Delighted owners derive satisfaction from the fact that they're members of a very exclusive club. An exclusivity that doesn't depend on a bottomless wallet, but a reservoir of sense, spiced with a sense of fun - brrrm brrrm! zoom zoom! And fun is what this sporty Mazda is all about. Whether you're driving it or passing by you can't help but smile. Once the high revving 159bhp 2.0 litre engine (You can have a 1.8 litre124bhp version) is alive it breathes through an exhaust with a lovely sporty note; hinting at the fun to come. Settling into the comfortable hot seat you take in your surroundings and appreciate the practical cabin - with plenty of room for two and their bits and pieces - where everything combines to stir the emotions ready for that delectable sports car enjoyment. It's fitted with welcome features such as power windows, airbags and a jolly good quality stereo system. And, of course, if fresh air action is your thing, you just push a button and...Hey Presto! Electric power folds that metal roof away in seconds. Grasp the steering wheel, which fits snugly into you hands, snick the gearlever into the first of the six gears, blip the throttle to amplify the burbling exhaust and fuel the sense of exhilaration and you're ready to go. On the grimy streets of our decaying cities the MX5 shines like a neon as you elicit admiring glances and pointing fingers: the sculpted styling and curvaceous shape enhancing the considerable road presence. Impeccable manners born of responsive steering, astute brakes and well tuned suspension mean that smooth progress can be made even along streets deliberately fouled with humps, ramps and tank traps by the overpaid zealots from the Ministry of Nastiness and Elimination of Fun. Out on my top-secret test route things really began to buzz. I couldn't help but push it hard and utilise the 159bhp. Acceleration is sharp and smooth, steering is wonderfully weighted and there's lots of grip - and should you push to lunatic levels where even the traction control won't save you, you can bring it back into line with a quick flick of the wheel - because it's rear wheel drive. It handles like a pedigree without any niggles whatsoever, doing all that's required so well that the wonder is that you're not caught in a permanent state of wonder. It holds the road so tenaciously that you don't even question it, and it delivers punch enough to take you to near 130mph when needed, without the trepidation that can accompany ludicrously quick supercars. You don't need that sort of nonsense on today's roads. What you need is enough zip to act as a pick-me-up, and the reassurance that comes with sublimely adjusted engineering. The sort of car, in short, that won't spin out when you take it for a spin - but will weave a little magic web of its own. Monsieur and Madame Toad might not take to the road in such a vehicle, but the less terminally desperate will certainly find it's the cat's whiskers. And the running costs - even though I only achieved about 29mpg - are bound to leave any owner purring. It's very definitely the cream of small sports cars - and do I want one in my Christmas stocking? Yes Rudolph. Yes! On a grim November night on a damp road in a traffic jam, this car is a veritable shaft of sunlight.

Mazda 3 GT 2009

I have been driving this car for 5 weeks now and it didn’t take long for me to fall in love with it. It has it all, looks, spunk, finish, convenience, quality. Heck, my 2 sons (23 and 25) are jealous! My previous car was a Nissan Sentra SE 2 Litre, on which I racked up 260,000 kms, and it was a tough act to follow. But I am extremely satisfied with it. My only gripe is fuel economy, but seeing as it is a 5 speed manual, it’s probably a question of fine tuning my driving more than anything else, because I admit I do have a tendency of shifting at 4,000 rpm when 3,000 is certainly more sensible. What surprises me most about this car is how really smooth it drives, despite the firm suspension and stick-like-glue handling.

Mazda 626 1999

I bought my 626 some 6 years ago and it now has 110k on the clock with a total maintenance bill comprising of break discs a battery...oh i forgot it needed a bulb for the last mot. These cars do look dull but if you want cheap, reliable, comforable, safe motoring get a 626 because now on the second hand market they are so cheap. Last sumer we went to France and covered 3k miles without a hitch @45 to the gallon, not bad for a 2litre.

Mazda 323 323f gsi auto 2002

Bought my 323f gsi 02 plate in 2005 with only 12,500 miles on the clock, a FSH, only one previous owner and had been maintained by authorised Mazda dealer. It’s a reliable, gutsy car that has never let me down and never failed to start, even on coldest mornings. I had the corrosion on rear wheel arches done under warranty in 2005 but I’m a bit annoyed that they’re beginning to corrode again. Otherwise the car would have got rating of 5! Now on about 67,000miles! Reliable, quietly good-looking, more fun than it looks - if only Mazda made men! :-)

Mazda BT-50 4x2 Single Cab 2007

This is an excellent truck! Fast,powerfull and utterly reliable. A real joy to own. I would recommend this vehicle without hesitation to anyone and it is so much cheaper than the equivilant Hilux/Nissans, etc. I’ve owned mine from new with no major problems and it’s now covered 50,000 miles with the only slight problem being a faulty ignition switch, which was replaced without quibble by the local Mazda dealer. I Would definately buy another!

Mazda 3 2.2 Diesel Sport

Folllowing on from the VERY reluctant sale of my partner’s Nissan 350Z, the Mazda 3 is of course something of a come down! But this is only in comparison to a highly impractical but wonderful 2 year experience with "Red Z !!". The Mazda has oodles of torque, rides very well, cruises on the motorway at just over 2000 revs for 80 mph, and is pretty comfortable as well. Despite my partner’s reservations about the Celestial Blue being a tad on the bright side, I think it looks very nice and definitely not a "blob". Fuel economy is very good, if not as impressive as the brochure claims, but possibly that’s because its still only covered about 800 miles. All in all a very decent car with the right combination of practicality, pace, and features. Its ability to cover the miles either on motorways or B roads very quickly, with very little drama is impressive for a "family" car. ..

Mazda 5 TS2 2007

The reports of tyre wear have not applied to me. I bought the car at 23k a year ago and am now on 46k and these original tyres now need changing - not bad. The kids love the car and I think it’s a great drive and do many long journeys for work. Also, it’s interesting when I get it serviced (independent mechanic) that the car is always liked and considered a great drive.

Mazda MX-5 Eunos V-Spec Roadster 1843cc 1994

My favourite car so far, had it since April 05. Added the K&N air filter kit, which gives it that little bit extra and a nice sound when you floor it! It was a Japanese import, sails through MOT’s, all I have put on it since purchase is new tyres, filter kit, and one brake caliper needed replacing, but that’s it. What more can I ask, excellent, love it.

Mazda MX-5 1.6i 1998

Bought it last weekend. My first MX5, but my second soft top (previously owned an MG Midget). I live out in the sticks in Somerset... Compared to other cars I drive (BMW 5 series to Peugeot Estate), it’s not brilliant at most things. It’s bumpy, noise levels mean the radio is little more than a distraction - and as for conversation on a hands free... Chatting with the wife becomes a non-stop shouting match (I hope you never made that comment out loud - your wife may hear). It’s also drafty, uneconomical, uncomfortable.... and the best motoring fun I’ve had for years! I’m a guy who HATES driving! I travel 110 miles a day commuting, and have done for years. This car has restored what was lost in just a couple of miles. Why? Take the top down, and you’re no longer in a cocoon; isolated from what’s around you. Somehow, you become more aware, part of the environment. You don’t even have to stop to be able to smell the roses. Any fatigue/frustration/angst just melts away with the pleasure of driving. The car is very retro in feel and handling, harping back to some early 60’s sports cars. The modern chassis and handling is much better though. Personally, if a Ferrari Vito or Bugatti Hi-Lux or whatever wants to drag away from me that’s fine; back to peace, quiet and no exhaust fumes. Horses for courses...

Mazda 5 Sport 2006

Apart from the rear tyre wear and failing rear shock absorbers, the car has been great. I had the rear tyres replaced at about 13,000. Mazda refunded 60% of the cost. Had 2 sets of rear shock absorbers fitted under warranty as well as a set of alloy wheels due to slight corrosion. Absolutely no quibble with the wheels and shock absorbers under warranty. The last set of shock absorbers fitted were redesinged/uprated versions. The issue with the rear tyre wear was seemingly finally narrowed down (by Mazda) to the tyres which Dunlop had designed specifically for the 5 Sport. I’m just about to buy a new 2009 model and seemingly all the previous issues with tyre wear and rear shock absorbers leaking has been sorted.

Mazda 6 2002

I cannot fault the Mazda6 (52 plate) apart from the rear wheel arches. I have had them done once under warranty but they are starting to rust again. Also, I have had the alloys replaced under warranty but with a £200 penalty.

Mazda 3 2008

Handles well, fuel consumption a bit high around town, but longer journeys the mpg is around 40.9. Does what it says on the label - comfortable, reliable and good size to accommodate a family. Long journeys are a doddle with no one complaining about being crampt up. Keeping fingers x it will continue to be a good runner.

Mazda 2 1.4 Diesel Auto 2004

Unlike the latest Mazda 2, this car is roomy and practical. The build quality and reliability has been very disappointing though. This car has only covered 12000 miles in 4 years and has been serviced by the main dealer from new. In its 3rd year, just out of warranty, the front suspension collapsed due to the coil springs rusting through. This could have been fatal, but Mazda were not very interested. Today, the exhaust has fallen off due to rusting through. Despite the low mileage rust is much in evidence on the underside and on the wheels. We previously owned a Volkswagen Polo for 10 years and it stayed immaculate throughout its life. The Mazda is of very poor quality by comparison and the latest version is smaller than the previous model so we wont be buying another!!

Mazda 6 TS 2.0.Diesel 2007

We bought this car from new and after 12 weeks I took it back because the engine dipped at 60mph, was informed by the main dealer nothing was wrong! This car went back several times and again was told nothing wrong!! However in October 08 I was driving home and a great cloud of smoke flew out the exhaust, the engine was reving at 4000 and I had no gears, the DPF had gone on it, went into be mended it had also melted the computer system - over 6k worth of damage. Eventually they said it was covered on the warranty also got told "not another one"!! Mazda knew this was a fault but failed to tell us when buying it, also got told the dipping at 60 was a quirk of the car, I nearly smashed the guys face at the garage having paid 17,500k - was not impressed to hear it was a quirk, the customer service at Mazda is rubbish. I logged a complaint with them every time my car had an issue, this model has been recalled and eventually it will be recalled for the dipping as I know a lot of other people have experienced the same, also the oil level, why is it the only car whose oil level rises surely this is not right?? I will never ever buy another Mazda, which is a shame as the handling on this car is superb. I had to drive other models whilst ours was being fixed and they were big noisy tanks, we are currently looking to get rid of it before the warranty is up...

Responses to this review

Same opinion about Mazda’s after sales service. I agree with you. In Malta, it is the same. They blame Mazda Japan. I won’t buy another Mazda next time - Aldo Mamo from Malta

Mazda MX-5 1.8 Option pack 2008

After a years ownership, I’m usually bored with a car, and the MX5 is no different. The performance is fair, the gearbox is poor, MPG around town is about 25 mpg, though on a run approaching 50, mainly because you can’t find any roads to go fast on these days. It’s fairly comfortable, if a bit cramped. The pedals, being too far away, determine your seat position (height 5ft 9ins) because you have to push the clutch pedal right to the floor, which I find irritating. I’ve had the wheel nuts replaced under warranty through rust, and there are one or two more nuts rusting. I don’t like the Mazda dealers that I’ve come across; and wasn’t even offered a coffee when having a service at JCT Leeds. I expected to be inventing reasons to drive it this summer, but thats not been the case. I’ve only done just over 3000 miles. The best bit is that, everywhere I go, people love it, and I get loads of envious glances and envious remarks. I don’t like to disillusion them by saying how average it is. I honestly don’t know what all the fuss is about, and their glowing reputation is not deserved.

Mazda 626 GXi 2000

I have been running my 626 since 2003 without any trouble whatsoever. MOT’s are no problem, I’ve had to replace tyres twice and a headlight bulb once but she just keeps going. In my time I have had a Singer Chamois; Skoda Rapide; Nissan Bluebird; Vauxhall Cavalier and a Ford Escort with cc’s ranging from 995 to 1.6 and ’Maz’, a 2.0, knocks spots off them all, she is the best car I have ever driven, including a few hired cars, and I have NO intentions of parting company with her. She is a beautifully comfortable and safe car and, unless you’re really stupid or careless, she will stay on the road even if you have to ’stand’ on your brakes - and believe me - she will stop, she is as sure-footed as any cat. I cannot sing her praises enough.

Mazda MX-5 Sports Tech 2009

Generally I love this car......BUT initially there was a constant hesitation in 6th gear. This was eventually rectified by updating the software. I still have a problem, despite replacing the gearbox, it rattles at about 2000 rpm in 2/3 gears. Mazda do not seem able to come up with an answer as yet.

Mazda MX-5 1990

I have owned my MX5 for 7 years it’s an old girl now, 19 yrs old, cost me only £3000 and I have spent nothing on it apart from new alloy 17in low profiles £250 including tyres and a new roof for £450 and replacing the brake disks. I do loads of miles being a sales rep going up and down motorways, well its still going!!! and it still turn heads, (kids love the pop up head lights). I have parked next to the best Farrari, Aston Martins etc and people still come up to look at my car. I only have praise for this amazing little car reliable, street cred, cool and very cheap to run, what more could you ask for . This car is what real driving is all about it’s just brill!!!!

Mazda RX-8 2004

Purchased a 2004 RX8, drove it for 2 weeks and the clutch went on it. 300 km and the dealer stated that it was in need of a new clutch. Now they are saying 800 canadian dollars to replace the clutch. It has now been 3 weeks and I am trying to get the dealer to acknowledge the fact they advertised the clutch as new.

Mazda CX-7 4x4. 2009

A great car with the added touch of being exclusive as not many on the road. Superb spec but just three niggles-no keyless entry, front passenger seat not electric and no option for built in sat nav. Super car to drive and really comfortable although expensive to run. Low servicing costs though.

Mazda 6 2.0 Diesel 2004

This car has been nothing but a complete and utter nightmare. Clutch went at 44000 miles and required a new flywheel as well, cost £1200. Speaking to a Mazda technician I was informed that its a common fault on this model!!!! I have a 1997 VW Passat with 118000 miles on the original clutch. I’ve had continuous engine problems as well. Mazda cannot find a fault despite me taking the technician for a run in the car and him experiencing the problem first hand. Have been advised to replace various bits and also told in the same breath that it might not fix the problem???????? Mazda do not want to know. There is talk of a class action ongoing in the States over the dismal performance of the Mazda 6 diesel. I would certainly be willing to join a UK class action. Mazda customer service are worse than useless and will not accept any liability for the faults. I will NEVER buy another Mazda and will not recommend them to anyone. Mazda seem none too concerned. In closing I can only advise avoid this car like the plague.

Mazda 5 Sport 143 2007

Following my previous comments...went to Mazda Dealer (Perry’s / Portsmouth): 1) I was told the problem was probably due to me not checking the pressure regularly enough!!! 2) Beside, they would not check the geometry and I had to go to an independent garage to do so! 3) In terms of complaints, you have to go straight to Mazda, as you can not file a complain to the dealer. Consequently, I have just sent a recorded mail to Mazda copying BBC watchdog, as I still think this tyre wear issue is cause of serious concerns for safety. I am now waiting and see what solution they (if they) come up with...

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I have the same problem with a Mazda 5 2007 about the tyres; my tyres are bursting. They the company said it is not their problem. I can sell the car back to them for R120 000 or pay R100 000 then they will give me a other car.. What now?? - Carin Janse van Renburg from South Africa

Mazda 5 2007

Sport Nav. Superb car! That is apart from horrific tyre wear on the front, similar problem with off-side tyre down to the metal although as it was on the inner wall you couldn’t see it! Also air con starting to play up a little - not kicking in straight away. Big shame as this is an excellent family car. Although regular checking of tyres is a must!!!

Mazda 6 MPS 2006

Since I bought my 6MPS it has been provided to me as a new car with clutch issues creating the gear shift from 1st, 2nd gear as notchy and the car slips out of 2nd gear intermittently. Performed all scheduled services as per manufacturer warranty and each time I take the car back to the dealership advising the same gear issues, they give me different reasons, charge enormous service fees and tell me all is OK. Car has done 60 000km’s now and just took back to get service done by dealer, again same gear problems, however now the manufacturer warranty is out and only dealer extended warranty available with minimal cost coverage for up to 175,000km’s only or 5 years and I am quoted I need a new gearbox and parts which will cost me $18500.00 AUS to replace the gearbox. My advise do not buy a Mazda vehicle as the dealership are only making money out of the owner with false advise and when you raise your concerns to fix the bloody thing they hit you with a new gearbox which is not covered by warranty. Mazda does not return calls and don’t care about the consumers.

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I've had my Mazda 6 MPS from new (Feb 06), I've loved every minute of the car, until now. Yes the warranty has run out and funny noises started to come from the engine. A friend who is mechanic looked it over and said the gearbox was breaking up. Took it to Mazda (Shires Taunton, Somerset) and got this response "No sir Mazda gearboxes do not break up, it's the dual mass flywheel", so I left the car with them. 2 weeks later they rang to say they had replaced the flywheel and as they were doing that they also replaced the clutch! but it hasn't solved the problem, therefore they will have to take it apart again. 7 weeks later and the gearbox bearings and a cog have been replaced and all is well. Yes the bill came to over 2k, obviously i argued the case and the dealership deducted 20% and Mazda themselves deducted 20% (parts only though), still the final bill was just over 2k. I love this car and have driven 78k miles in it (mainly motorway driving & also a whole year out due to a bad leg injury), do you really think this type of thing should happen? I defiantly don't! Mazda will not shift and basically told me to go to the press and complain, they really don't give a sh*t about after-care at all. Although I have loved driving this car, I will definately not buy another Mazda, due to their attitude after warranty. Yes I was unlucky, I must have bought the Friday car! - Andy White from England

Mazda 5 Sport 2007

I bought my Mazda 5 Sport in October 2007, 13,000 miles on the clock at today’s date (02 June 2009). After noticing a front flat tyre, I went to replace it. Both front tyres were totally worn out on the inner side (could see the metallic bits in the tyre). Impossible to see from the outside so I had no idea...very dangerous indeed! This is my 4th Mazda (2x 323’s, 1 Premacy) but surely my last. Needless to say I have to done my Mazda services from the start so I am going to fight with Mazda to see if warranty can be taken into account. Wish me good luck as the comments on the various forums for the same topic let me think it will be ... mmm ... difficult. Also watch out for air condition system... there might be an issue there (I had one on my previous Premacy) as it does not kick in right away... Pity though as nice car to drive, and sliding doors a must.

Mazda 5 sport 2006

I whole-heartedly agree! I have had so many problems with my Mazda 5 Sport and can’t wait to get rid of it next month. Mazda have been useless and are reluctantly agreeing to cough up half of the costs for the replacement tyres. I will never buy a Mazda again and would strongly recommend that others don’t either!

Mazda 3 2009

Having previously owned a Vauxhall Astra 2004 1.6 petrol hatchback, I was very surprised at the difference the Mazda 3 was. As soon as I started my test drive I knew it was the car for me. It offered the comfort and the feeling of a car that was well put together with a lot of thought. Every switch and control seemed more precise and refined. I have not had the car very long so there may be some down points, but as yet I am very pleased with the car in every way. Will send a report again with further views.

Mazda 6 TS 2.0 petrol 2008

Rubbish car - had nothing but problems with it: clutch judder in reverse could not get 1st gear when cold and at speed the car used to vibrate through the drivers seat. I took it to two Mazda dealers, one said there was a fault, one said there was not. I had an independent engineer look at it and he agreed there was a fault. Mazda turned there backs on it as it would cost to much money to find the fault. So I went and got the new Mondeo - what a car!!!!!

Mazda RX-8 2006

A great sporty car you can fit the family in. Fantastic handling and a pleasure to drive. Comes with all creature comforts. Boot space good although access is very small.

Mazda 6 4dr Saloon TS Petrol 2004

Reading the above, my 6 has done 64k and I’ve had since 32k. Other than tyres, pads & discs and a power steering pipe nothing else has been required. Faultless starting at -16, comfortable cruiser at 85mph with cruise control on or off, handles reasonably well for such a lump, and when you hoist up her petticoat she goes like a bat out of hell. 4/5 score as the fuel consumption is a bit on the big side, and £210 per year for Darlings highway robbery/road Tax.

Mazda MX-5 MK2.5 Angels 2003

My Mazda MX5 is the first convertible sports car I have ever owned after 10 years of driving cars like the Peugeot 106, Fiat Punto and Renault Clio so the difference was immense. I absolutely love my car, the handling is second to none and the build quality feels superb. Although the car is nearly 6 years old, it only has 31000 miles on the clock and looks and feels like brand new. I love the extras on the Angels version and don’t have any complaints whatsoever. I did look at the MK3 versions but felt that, after spending a year looking at a multitude of MX5s of differing age, spec, trim etc, it lacked that elegance and beauty and almost felt lacking in soul. I couldn’t recommend this car highly enough!!!

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Hi Emma, I couldn’t agree more about the Angels. I’m from Dublin and imported one from Chester back in 2006. None of the special editions have ever been made available in Ireland - Mazda Ireland please take note, you know who you are. Well at least I had the satisfaction of being the only owner of an Angels edition in the country for a few years. It has a list of great extras as long as your arm, the best of all the Mk 2.5 range and the standard equipment even included a hardtop. As usual with Mazda, they created a thing of great beauty but the standard models had a drab, featureless interior and not so nice alloys. Altogether this was a recipe for premature ageing. But with the special editions like the Angels, Icon, Phoenix, Euphonic and Nevada, little touches like leather seats, nice alloys and much needed chrome vent rings, these cars will always look classy. It just goes to show that you shouldn’t jump at the newly released MX5s, just bide your time and they’ll issue a nice special edition with extras included - Paolo Romeri from Northern Ireland

Mazda 5 2007

Please be very wary when purchasing this car. Just after buying the car we found that all 4 tyres needed replaced, Mazda paid a % and we hoped that this was just an isolated incident but yesterday it had its 12000 service and yet again all the tyres need replaced. This has made me lose all faith in this car and now feel that it could in fact be extremely dangerous. There should be a recall. I would say do NOT buy.

Mazda 5 Sport Diesel 2006

I’ve had this car for coming up for three years now and it’s due it final service before the three years warranty runs out. I bought the car from Struans in Perth. I can see that its going to need yet another set of expensive tyres. They are worn on the outer edges and seem to last for about 10 000 miles. The problem was supposed to have been rectified at the first service where they gave me a crappy discount on the front and back tyres. Last service the problem was still apparent and this time I was told that it was because of Mazda’s ’Sporty’ set up of the car road handling. Its pathetic to say to someones face that you should only expect 10 000 miles form a set of tyres (over 400 quid a pop). This cars also had a few recalls. I would never ever buy another of this model which is a real shame as they are great cars in all other areas. Mazda should come clean and sort it out properly. As for Struans in Perth, you should hang your head in shame.

Mazda 5 2.0 Sport Furano 2006

These vehicle suffer appalling and dangerous tyre wear. The tyres wear unevenly on the inside edges where it is difficult to spot unless you crawl underneath. The dealers are very helpful and try to blame YOU for not checking the pressures every month and/or driving like a lunatic and so on. They nearly had my wife in tears last time she took it in for a service. Our Furano has done 16k miles and the bill for a service was 700 quid (and its still under warranty) verdict - AVOID at all costs.

Mazda MX-5 Sport 2002

Having had my beloved MX-5 stolen on Christmas day I decided it was time for a change. I bought a Peugeot 206cc and regretted it. It was a nice car, well built but just lacked something. I kept the car for two months and sold it and now have another MX-5. Now I know what I was missing. It is a pleasure to drive and the balance is fantastic. I felt I must comment on a previous reviewer who could not out-drag a van. He is missing the point completely and should buy one of those annoying little Clio’s. I find a reputed 129mph top speed quite enough enough to pull away from most. However, I have not actually pushed the car past 70mph. There is no point and it is about the pure pleasure of driving as all MX5 owners know. If you see me in my little car and want a race please go ahead I will not be taking part. I shall look relaxed and happy while you grind the gears and the revs and wreck you engine. However as most of these idiots drive 1.2 Clio’s or Corsa’s be aware as you pass me with your red face and flooring your car I just smile and of course you know why! I have driven high power cars over the years raced with the best in my youth but completely missed the point about driving. It is simply not cool to drive like an idiot any more. In short the MX-5 is simply the best car I have ever driven. And if you want to out-drag a van as one reviewer then buy a more powerful van!!!

Mazda 6 Estate 2007

Great car for long journeys. Loads of room - great for holidays. Great value for money. Only had 2 problems with it: seat buckle broke and oil cooler faulty; all under warranty - no fee - yaaa!

Mazda 323 1.6 16v gxi 2002

I bought my 323F also known as Protege or Familla in 2007 in a trade with a Volvo T5 Estate 94 model. I’ve now had my Mazda nearly 2 years and I must say its faultless ability to cope with the daily hard life I give it but still it wants more even after its 160,000 miles of full service history. This is a true Japanese car. I’ve only had a noisy exhaust in this time - unbelievable for me as I’ve had a number off once good cars turned bangers. That is why I feel with loads of other reasons this car deserves 5 stars for being reliable, practical , economical & comfortable with quality in build. I must say I wish my wife was this good!

Mazda 626 SE 2002

This is the third 626 that my wife and I have owned. I gave in my company car and converted the second 1996 car to run on LPG. It did 220k before the LPG packed up and it went to auction. My current 626 is an SE Sport, one of the last manufactured in 2002. It is a 5 speed manual with cruise control, traction control and climate control. I bought is for £4400 in 2006 with 29,000 on the clock. It has now done 106k without missing a beat. Keep them serviced properly and they will never let you down. No great street cred - but so what!

Mazda E2200 1998

Well as a carpet fitter I’ve driven these for years... 3 in fact, great to drive BUT first one Head went. The 2nd Head again and the third I hit a patch of ice on Sat and wrapped it around a telegraph pole... Head on :) Not a van you want to do that in believe me.

Mazda 6 2006

Clutch and Fly wheel problems seem to keep cropping up with diesel 2L - my mazda6 is ay 75k and clutch apparently will fail; I experienced same problem on 2L TDi Freelander at 55k miles, cost £800 for a clutch + dual mass flywheel, 2LTDi Mondeo’s - have same problem; There is definitely a common problem - design fault? Poor installation? Never had this problem and expense for a clutch with older cars. What's the point in doing 50 mpg when eco savings go up in smoke on cost prohibitive modern mechanical failings??

Mazda 6 Hatchback TS 2.0 petrol 4dr 2008

Got the car late December so early days, and am growing fonder of it as time goes on, but in the first few weeks found the suspension very hard and jittery at slow speeds over poorish surfaces... have since lowered tyre pressures to 2 bar at front and 1.8 bar at rear, great improvement though heaven knows what that will do to tyre life or fuel economy. Likewise find tyre noise to be on loud side (Bridgestone E300s) and not much padding in seats and drivers seat seems set slightly to left of steering wheel centre resulting in some wriggling about to stay comfortable. Seems a lot of moans but they remain minor in relation to overall impressions and its a much pleasanter drive than a Mondeo, which seems like a tank in comparison; though it smooths out the bumps better.

Mazda 6 Diesel Sport 2005

I have owned my 6 diesel sport from new. (now 4 years old) I have to say I have been generally pleased with it. However, I have just had the clutch go at 45,000 miles - this cannot be right! The price of repair is also outrageous - my research shows that this is a common occurance on the 6. I will never own another Mazda.

Mazda Premacy 1.8 GXI 2004

We had one of these brand new in 2004, I have to say this is the best car we have ever had. It’s comfortable, roomy enough for 5 people and has a nice big boot for our three medium sized dogs. We found it to be incredibly reliable and never let us down. The only problem we had was with the air con which was sorted under warranty. We had the 1.8 petrol which had plenty of power and even towed our 4 berth caravan without any hitch and always had plenty of power. The Premacy also handles incredibly well with little body roll unlike some other MPV’s available. Yes, the car doesn’t have sliding seats like some but this has never caused an issue. We drove the car 300miles without stopping and still felt as fresh as a daisy when we got out, We also like the fact they aren’t as common as the Renault Scenic and Citroen Picasso, it’s a bit different, looks quite sporty for a MPV and certainly stands out compared to its rivals It also screams quality with a proud Mazda badge on the end of its bonnet. My only criticism if I was to make one would be the passenger chair needs an arm rest, they fit one to the drivers side but not the passenger! I also liked the way the passenger seat folds flat so you can get large loads in all the way through the car The only reason we got rid of the car was because we bought a heavier caravan and needed a heavier car, however our second car is about to be replaced and we decided we missed the car so much I have bought another Premacy for me to ferry the kids around in - a 2.0 GSi automatic. Really regretted selling our original one so hope this second one lives up to the high standards set by its predecessor.

Mazda 6 Hatchback 2.0 Diesel Sport 2008

I liked my old Mazda 6 but this new one is something else! Having plumped for the 2.0 diesel sport variant in shiny black metallic I have been really impressed with the performance and handling from day one. I was fortunate enough to be invited to a test day at Milbrook and drive the Mazda 6 around the alpine circuit under the watchful eye of an instructor. What a superb chassis, it goes round corners like it’s on rails and fills the driver with total confidence. As I drive in excess of 40,000 miles per year and I’m 6’ 2’’ tall I need a car that offers good legroom, a high level of comfort and equipment and the Mazda 6 provides the lot! I used to drive VW Passat’s and really suffered with lower back problems after long journeys but with my Mazda I arrive feeling as fresh as I was when I started out. It’s difficult to fault the car but there is one niggle and that’s the rain sensitive wipers which just cannot detect drizzle. Other than that I cannot heap enough praise on this car - the fuel consumption is good and I achieve around 600 miles on a full tank - and it’s not too bad on the tax either. If you enjoy driving you’ll love the new Mazda 6.

Mazda 6 Sport diesel 2004

I also have a problem with my clutch / gearbox. A similar problem is reoccurring regularly now where my clutch pedal can be pushed with no real resistance and then bites immediately. Worse still is that on numerous occasions the pedal has actually stuck down when driving and I have had to lift it with my foot. I am due to take the car to an independent garage to see if they can find a fault, but following my last major service I can count on it being expensive due to the cost of Mazda parts. I took it to a Mazda dealer and had an inspection for £50 where they found no faults. Not impressed with their customer service either. The car otherwise is good but would not have another. I just hope the bill isn’t too expensive; especially before Xmas.

Mazda RX-8 192 2004

On paper you can’t really buy a better car for the money. For around £8000 you can buy a good looking coupe which seats four and drives extremely well, and with all the extras. However, the fuel consumption is a joke, thrash it and you will be lucky to get 13mpg. Also the heated seats, brakes and the traction control are pretty poor. I put my foot down recently on a wet day coming of a roundabout and the traction control kicked in after I had lost control and skidded onto the next lane - about three seconds too late. Luckily the roads were clear. Overall a nice car but in life you get what you pay for.

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Patel note, Anyone who ’boots it’ out of a roundabout on a wet day needs some serious driving lessons. What on earth are you doing? Get yourself on a ’driving day’ at Brands Hatch; they will show you how to drive quickly and safely. It is the weather so respect the road surface conditions. Sounds like you drive around town. Wrong car for that - The RoadRunner from England

Mazda E2200 1994

I’ve had mine about 2 months now and agree with Perry Wymark... Excellent drive but get them on the bypass or motorway with cross winds then hold on tight! My rear wiper has packed up to, gears are ok so far.. Have noticed though that first thing in the morning or if its been parked up all day the rear brakes are VERY sharp but after a couple of minutes driving they seem to settle down... thank god! Bit hairy when roads are damp!! Have heard that the crank pulley works loose as well and the heads are prone to cracking... Mines been ok... so far!! Apart from that what a lovely van! With half a ton of concrete blocks over the rear wheels I reckon they’d handle well too! Brilliant value for money.

Mazda 6 Mazda 6 TS 2.0 Diesel 2008

Like most notes on here I’ve had issues with the clutch. Specifically clutch release bearing which makes a loud rattling noise when engine is heated up and sitting idle out of gear. Not impressed with the main Mazda dealers attitude, was advised it was normal engine noise and that they would require authorisation from Mazda to remove gearbox. Car has done 4k only and I’ve put it back to my lease company who are taking up the problem. VERY disappointed with the economy that car delivers - short of Mazda’s claim of 52 to gallon. Anyone else had same issues???

Mazda 5 Sport 2006

Warning to all Mazda 5 Sport owners. I bought my Mazda 5 sport in October 2007 from Oakmere Mazda Dealership. Around August’07 we had a flat tyre and on changing the tyre found out about the serious bad tracking on all Mazda 5s. I contacted Oakmere where the Service Manager (SM) admitted that Mazda are aware of this problem. I arranged to take the car in for an inspection. The SM said he would order 4 new tyres for me (before he even saw the car). I said I was not prepared to pay for 4 new tyres when I have only had the car for one year, and only done 6,000 miles. In total the car had only run 14,000 miles. We took the car into the dealership and they were very sneaky and tried to get us to sign a form saying we would pay for everything. They had also booked the car in at 1:45 pm for the wheel change. I stood my ground and said this was not what I had arranged. We brought the car so the SM could check the tracking and discuss who was going to cover this cost! We were then told that this couldn’t be done outside, the car would have to be put on the ramp for a full inspection. As we couldn’t stay now we had to book another time when they had a courtesy car for us to use, as they didn’t have one today. The SM then said he would have a quick look at our tyres. He took one look at the front tyres and disappeared inside the show room, then came out to say he had now found a courtesy car and wouldn’t feel comfortable with us driving off with the state of these tyres. Do remember that this is a family car and our sales man really pushed the safety aspect. With half bald tyres it becomes a death trap! The garage is only offering a percentage of the cost of each tyre. Unless I wanted to risk having a serious accident or being given points on my licence from the police, I had no choice put to have the tyres changed. I have made an official complaint to Mazda UK requesting that the full cost is met by the garage. If you check the internet about this serious fault, you will find out it has been reported worldwide. Mazda should recall this car and rectify all Mazda 5 Sport cars before an unsuspecting family is killed, it could happen.

Mazda 626 1996

This car is amazing. It goes as well today as the day I bought it five years ago. It’s smooth, incredibly comfortable. It’s used every day in heavy London traffic, plus many long journeys to Wales, and also France. It’s done 100,000 miles. Uses virtually no oil. Can it go on forever?!

Mazda MX-5 Roadster Special Edition 2008

I have driven lots of convertibles in the past 25 years. They have included the Merc CLK, Porsche Boxster, Toyota Celica, Ford Escort and the Honda S2000. Nothing compares to the MX5 I am driving now, it’s so beautiful and it drives as well as the more expensive convertibles I have driven before and it cost less to buy and to insure and to run. It also gets lots of attention from the general public; especially when the roof is down. I would recommend this car to anyone.

Mazda MX-5 1996

Re. Martin Read’s comments about inadequate acceleration etc, surely this would have been evident on the shortest of test drives? I don’t think the 5 is about out and out power but of the "chuckability" built in to the fabulous chassis.

Mazda 5 2.0 Diesel Sport 2006

Bought car in January 2007, had to replace all four tyres 10 months later. All slick round inner edges. Got 50% paid on rears and 25% paid on front tyres by dealer. Now 8 months after the last replacement & the tracking having supposedly been fixed we are now faced with the outer edges of the tyres wearing down where the tread meets the sides of the tyres! That doesn’t include the 3 visits to the garage to have the same shock absorber replaced or the breakdown we had less than 12 hours after the major service with the £250 bill! Steer clear of this car - I wish I had.

Mazda 3 2.0 Sport 2004

Being the very first person to buy one brand new in Wolverhampton in March 04, was excited and proud for that fact alone although it took but just a few miles of driving for my enthusiasm and pride to include the actual car itself After some 20 odd years of driving/owning second hand cars, wanted to take my time and care over choosing my first new motor, so spent a number of weeks test driving pretty much every available car in this class (small family hatch) and after 4 1/2 years have never once regretted my decision. Its got presence, power, poise, and pose, and I still glance at the shop windows reflection with pride.

Mazda 5 Sport 2007

Good car spoiled by tyre wear, after one replacement of tyres and repair of tracking, 1500 miles later tyres were gone, so was the car - I sold it , had enough.

Mazda 3 .6 TS 5speed hatch 2008

My judgement here has been based on the experiences gained after 43 years of driving everything from a Reliant Robin to a Rolls Royce (Fortunately, I didn’t own either of these!) My 23 years in the retail motor trade with main dealers gave me the ideal perspective to know a good car when I drove one. Now that I am out of the ’trade’ I buy my own cars and have to say that my 08 Mazda3 has only given of its best after 9000+ miles in the seven months since choosing it over another Peugeot that it replaced. To sum up - it’s flexible, entertaining, capacious and totally reliable. At £12930.00 I am well satisfied! (4 Stars, because nothing is perfect.)

Mazda 2 TS2 2008

Great car, handles really well, superb grip, best looking car in class and gains envious looks from other supermini drivers - mainly Corsa owners ;). Nice driving position and has a quality feel to the controls, fuel consumption is really good if you drive normally. Feel the car is roomy for it’s size and the engine quite and refined but feel the ride is a little firm and road roar on poor surfaces could be improved,this maybe common on most cars with low profile tyres? I’m thinking of adding some extra soundproofing to boot and floorpan. Overall though I’m more than happy with the Mazda and really look forward to every journey in it.

Mazda RX-8 230 2004

Great car if you want a personal account with your local petrol station... not that fast either. Anyone who claims 24+ MPG should either buy a Fiesta or get real, hammering it saw it drop to 11 MPG, with about 18 being average. Handled & looked great though, shame I got beat by Civic Type R’s... and mine was a 230 model.

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Dear John note, Sounds like you don’t know how to drive this car. When driving hard, 18mpg minimum for me. Goodness knows how you got 11mpg. Take it out of first gear! Ave 22mpg. As for type R’s, get your line and braking right then you will do so much better - The RoadRunner from England

Mazda 3 1.6 TS 2006

I find driving my Mazda3 a thrilling experience. It was the good looks that first attracted me to it and I was pleased to find the interior spacious, of high quality and comfortable. My last car was a Renault and had severe reliability issues so this time I wanted the opposite and was advised that this is what the Japanese car manufacturers are known for. The ride and handling are outstanding. The fuel economy at the moment is not as good as I would have hoped (approximately 40 miles to the gallon) but I am reliably informed that this will improve with time.

Mazda RX-8 2003

Looking for something different in a sports coupe then this is it great to drive - handles brilliantly, looks fabulous - fitted big boot spoiler and looks even better. Likes to use the juice but if u like it as much as iI do well just have to get on with it. Now the bad bit... alloy wheels are crap quality, this is now my third set, .so far under warranty but not the point - this set is the chrome ones nice but probably worse than standard. 3 months on and started to corrode from inside out and now disgusting to look at. Mazda say they will offer me 50% off new ones - this should not be my problem but theirs. Could go on lots more about wheels but do love the car!!!!

Mazda MX-5 1.8i Sport 2003

Bought the car new in 2003 after all the hype and owners’ reports. What a disappointment! Vans out drag me from the lights. OK, I agree, it is a fun car round bends but, 1800cc producing only 155 at the flywheel is just not good enough for serious fun. I drove the new 2.0 Sport and it is marginally quicker but way below what should be available to match today’s sportsters. As for the supposed boost from VVT when hitting 5,000rpm, I wish!! If I was managing 50mpg I could accept the lowly performance but just over 30mpg general driving is not acceptable. My 6-speed box is terrible. Bulking between 2nd to 3rd up and snatching on same gears when changing down. Supplying main dealer garage say it is par for the model. Funny, didn’t mention that when I was buying! Sound system useless over 60mph with hood down and not much better with it up. Had two new clutches and it still ’judders’ when reversing slowly. I am a retired Class 1 traffic police officer and I admit that it can be great fun round bends but this is just not good enough in today’s sportster market when mated to such poor power output. I am coming up to change my Mk. 2.5 and a Mk. 3 will definitely not be on the menu!

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I fear Martin Read does not understand MX5s ... Ian from Sussex

OK Ian, rather than just state a worthless bit of diatribe. Explain to me what I do not understand! Do I not understand a car that cost over 19k in 2003 that is outperformed by a multitude of similar and cheaper cars? Do I not understand that a car that does 30mpg on light driving is acceptable? Do I not understand that a car that may be able to corner very well but when the gearbox is bloody useless in two of the gears you will be using when doing this seriously impairs that ability? Try finding roads where you can experience the supposedly road-holding capability? I would much rather have some poke as well then I could enjoy the performance. I think that where I am honest enough to admit that the car is just not that good and I could have bought better for the same money other people would rather not admit this and continue to try and convince other drivers what a great car it is! Sorry Ian, is just is not good enough in today’s market. I note you did not say what MX5 you owned or have driven or are you another armchair driver who believes everything he reads unless it disagrees with their own views. Here is a list of "sports" cars I have owned during my enjoyable life as a car driver. In order of owning: Healey Sprite Vitesse 2ltr MGB Sunbeam 4.2 Tiger Healey 3000 3.8 E-type TR6 Lotus 7 MG Midget, MGC MG Midget (for wife) Lotus Sunbeam Children now so wife has car, I switched to motorbikes. Kids now grown up so had a selection of Micras, etc. so that they could learn to drive and be insured, then: Westfield SEight wife MR2 Westfield with Cosworth engine Celica Golf GTI convertible Z3 2.0 MX5 1.8 Sport Just about to purchase a 2007 350Z OK, if you do not think I am capable of giving a fair or unbiased opinion of my MX5 that is fine but, if you are going to criticise, at least have the balls to say something that other readers can digest and not do what so many other MX5 drivers do, rant on about a mediocre car as if it is some divine machine for the sports car driving fraternity that is complete without faults and peerless. It is not on both counts! Please also remember that I am (was) a Grade 1 Police Response Driver that maybe, just maybe, has a little more driving experience than you. I apologise if I am wrong! Regards, Martin Read from England

Mazda 6 TS2 Petrol 2008

I bought the car from new and, on the whole, it’s amazing. However, there have been a lot of niggles that have detracted from the pleasure of owning an otherwise great car. The main problem has been the gear box/clutch. The worst problem happened after a 200 mile journey (with only 1,000 miles on the clock), when I was leaving a motorway. The car went into first gear, but I found that the biting point had moved to such an extent that releasing the clutch at all resulted in a stall. I was stuck at the end of the slip road for several minutes until the problem seemed to correct itself, and the biting point returned to it’s usual position. This problem has not reoccured, but it can still be reluctant to go in to (or come out of) first gear. The car now only has 3,000 miles on the clock. The best advice from the dealership has been to wait for it to fail completely! I have also noticed today that there seems to be a problem with the automatic headlights, as they have one setting...fully on even in bright sunshine! This wasn’t the situation when I collected the vehicle. I may just be unlucky, but I will be reluctant to buy another Mazda unless all this gets sorted.

Mazda 626 1996

I acquired The Mazda 626 Automatic 2.0 i Executive in 1998. It was an ex-company car. It had done 85,000 miles at that time. It has all the usual refinements including cruise control which seemed a bit surreal when used, in that it would change gear if it dropped below a certain rev. The car now has done 180,000 miles with no major repairs, goes through the MOT with minimal expense - ie light bulbs, tyre etc... The engine goes from one service to the next without requiring oil, amazing. This car is definitely the best car I have ever had and I will be loath to get rid of it finally.

Mazda 6 Estate 2.0ts Unleaded 2007

Mazda really do live up to the slogan of ZoomZoom - I’m a proud owner of a twin exhaust 2.0 147BHP petrol TS Estate. This car does not once feel like an estate car and on many occasions I have commented on being in a sporty hatchback. Comfort is superb with great driving positioning and tilt and pull steering action. Height adjustable seats with Lumber support. My only negative is the headrest are only height adjustable and not tilt adjustable to support neck or shoulders on a long journey. Load space and capacity is more than needed with under boot storage compartments great handles to drop seats without huffing and puffing. Excellent leg room and head room in rear for three adults. Specification various through the ranges of S TS TS2 and Sport I opted for the TS as this had everything required from climate control to Sterring mounted controls all round electrics Cruise control. Closing statement. The Mazda 6 Estate is a versatile car more than able to carry the whole family and the Big Dog with great ease. Very Comfortable and great ride. Wind noise is not intrusive neither is road noise. The gear change is easy close but solid. No blind spots like found on many other estates. This car believes it is something smaller than what it actually is with superb road handling the Mazda 6 is not shy to being put through its paces and throwing into corners. You can handle this car with great confidence knowing that the car will not put you in danger.

Mazda 3 2008

Previously owning Volkswagen Golf’s, the change to Mazda 3 has proved satisfactory in that for around the same buying price the Mazda 3 has more to offer in alloys, climate control and alarm which my 2006 Golf did not have. Good to drive with plenty room and comfort.

Mazda MX-5 1.8 2007

My first soft top and I love it. I’ve had my MX-5 for 18 months on contract hire with good monthly rates. I’m normally getting bored by now but already am already fretting about when my contract runs out. I think I would buy one to keep.

Mazda 6 2006

The car, although reliable has one of the worst gearboxes I have ever experienced, with 40k on the clock it feels like a 1960 car with 100k (it is the 6 speed manual). The dealer tells me it is normal and the gear change is always like that as Mazda have "crushed an extra gear in a 5 speed box". Well, if this is true, they should be ashamed of themselves. The gear change is notchy, clunky in 1st, 2nd and 3rd and I have given up trying to go into 1st unless I am stationary.

Mazda MX-5 Sports Ltd 1992

What can I say? Every owner knows there is nothing that can compete with its looks or performance, 30+ mpg for a 1.6i roadster, bilstiens, four branch manifold 15i TSWs, goes like a torpedo and corners like a spirograph. No contest for a car of this class, we love it......

Mazda E2200 2000

Not the quickest van around, but reliable and fairly economic 30-35 mpg. Nice to drive and excellent cargo area, 3m plus and up to 4 m if you fold the front seats down. No wonder there a favourite of the carpet trade.

Mazda 6 2.OD TS 2007

I had a terrible time with my Mazda 6 in 2007, out of the 12 months in the year I was only able to actually drive it for 4 months. It also cost me aver £6,000 in repairs. The clutch and a cracked piston were just 2 of the problems that I faced with the car. I will never buy Mazda again, not only because of the car continually breaking down but also because of the extortionate prices of Mazda parts. My advice would be to avoid any Mazda cars like the plague.

Mazda 3 MPS 2007

Stunning car to drive. Very fast and great engine flexibility across the rev range. Feels well put together. The only downside is the restrictive gear change. Other than that a great car to own. Oh....apart from the £400 a year road fund license!

Mazda 2 1.3 75 TS 5dr 2007

Lovely little car that feels nippy around town and on the open road. Some nice little storage touches in the cabin and a really nice dash layout; the gearstick is especially well placed and makes for very comfortable driving. A great looking car for the money and low emissions mean it’s cheap to run and makes you feel less guilty about polluting the environment. A slightly bigger boot would be nice but it’s not a bad size.

Mazda CX-7 2.3 Turbo 5dr 2007

I’ve had this car for 5 months now and I have to say it really does live up to it’s SUV/sportscar crossover sales pitch. You can really push this car and it just keeps giving; I do a lot of mileage, here and throughout Europe and this car has loved everything I’ve thrown at it. On the downside, it’s not the cheapest car in it’s class to run. Great family car, very comfortable and spacious. Good looking car too. Thumbs up.

Mazda E2200 1996

These vans a very easy to drive, nice handling, comfortable and economic..... IN THE SUMMER!!!!!! If its raining, windy, icy, snowing, cold, chilly, not very warm, did I mention windy and not the tornado type, I’m talking just a little breeze and you’ve got a fight on your hands. The gear linkage is prone to get loose which means popping out of gear while driving over bumps or a slightly clunky gear change, the rear wiper nearly always packs up on them, BUT all that said,,all in all they are a good reliable van, they just need a bit of care whilst driving in the winter.

Mazda MX-5 2000

I bought my MX5 in 2003. It was second hand, had £13,000 on the clock and was 3 years old. I had promised myself that I would have a 2 seater sports car before I was 30 and I made it... Just. I used the car as my everyday run around and had absolutely no problems with it being impractical, quite the opposite really. After all I could never drive friends to the pub because we simply wouldn't all fit in. This obviously worked in my favor. I owned the car for 5 years in total and I enjoyed every minute of the ownership. I have recently changed my car to a Mazda RX8, another wonderful car made by this company and a very thrilling ride I have to say. A couple of days after I traded the MX5 in I was driving past the franchise that I brought the RX8 from and I saw my old MX5 on the forecourt for sale. It looked wonderful and although I was in my new shiny coupe I couldn't help slowing down and looking longingly at the car I had, had so much fun in over the past years. I actually felt envy for the person who would eventually buy it. Great car, wonderful memories and although I no longer have it I still consider myself an MX5 owner. Who knows I may end up buying it back next week.

Mazda 3 2.3 MPS 2006

Extremely responsive and gives plenty of punch. Exciting to drive and never boring. Great little hot hatch!

Mazda MX-5 Artic special addition.. 2005

I own the MX5 18i and have done so from new, but I'm getting rid of it. I desperately want the 2.0i sport which I have placed an order for one today. The Mk 2 Mazda MX5 is excellent but I am reliably informed that the Mk 3 is something else. I have driven the Porsche 911, a Ferrari and the Bentley Continental GT. They belong to my friends who think my MX should belong to my daughter. Of the three cars above, the Bentley is a dream. Goes like a rocket and is soooo smooth but for £130,000 what do you expect? I have to say, it's frightening watching the petrol gage moving when sitting at the traffic lights but hey, it's a rich man's car. The Ferrari and Porsche are for image, the MX5 is for fun. I cannot praise it enough. It handles the country roads far better than the three serious fellows mentioned above. Its steering is so true one can throw it into any bend and it will stick to the road like glue and it's cheap to run. When a Mini Cooper S had the cheek to take me on it became a speck in my windscreen mirror because the Mini could not handle the bends and round-a-bouts like the MX5. Fantastic car.

Mazda 6 Sport Diesel 2008

The following are my first impressions based on around 500 miles of motoring since picking the new girl up yesterday! Although I’ve test driven the diesel for reasons I won’t bore you with I’ve been driving the petrol 2 litre in TS spec for the last fortnight which makes for some interesting comparisons. The handling of the car belies its size and it does indeed feel like a much smaller car to drive enthusiastically. Although the diesel is cracking to drive I’d give the edge to the petrol probably because the heavier diesel donk in the nose does dull responses a touch and also because the 18 inch wheels on my Sport spec diesel make for a little more bump/thump. They also tend to track road imperfections/cat eyes at slower speeds more than the smaller wheels on the TS spec model. The 18" alloys do look superb though’ so it’s question of ’What price fashion?’ Brakes are strong and easy to modulate. The engine on my diesel Sport, at around 140bhp, is respectably swift and settles down to a barely audible hum at cruising speeds. Like all oil burners it can be a touch noisier under heavy acceleration at lower speeds but in general noise and vibration are pretty much absent. The petrol 2 litre was very quiet indeed but less torquey and much thirstier. In a couple of weeks the trip showed an average consumption of 26mpg for the petrol and so far, on a tight new diesel engine, 39mpg. I expect that will improve to at least the mid 40’s with a few miles but I’ll keep you posted. Wind noise is very well controlled and tyre roar is distant but again, more pronounced with 18" Sport wheels than the smaller TS versions. The kit on my Sport spec is exceptional: A Great dual zone climate control system that really does create separate temperature zones for driver and passenger. A very simple voice activated Bluetooth phone system that does what it says on the tin - excellent! A cracking, clear and powerful Bose sound system with 6 CD in dash changer and an aux input for MP3 player. Very bright Xenon headlamps that illuminate the dark bits of corners as you go around them. The beams also seem to move up and down (?) if so sometimes they are a little tardy and either point too far down or too far ahead although I’d appreciate another owners views on this? Heated seats (luvverly), comfy half leather easily adjustable seats and rake/reach steering wheel are also top notch for getting comfortable. Cruise and auto lights/wipers of course although as the car is set up to have day running headlamps and the ’blackout dials’ have to be illuminated to see the figures, an ’off’ setting seems a little superfluous! All in all pleased with this very capable car.

Mazda BT-50 Single Cab 2007

I've driven most truck models out there. Nissan Navara's, L200's, Hilux's, Rangers, both new and old and I can honestly say that the Mazda BT50 is in a league of its own. Pulls great, very capable off road, handles like a car, great price from garage and the fuel is amazing. After test driving most models I decided on the Mazda over them all. I've owned one for 6 months now and my MPG range (recorded an average of 20 times) Min - Max has been 30-44 MPG. I don't drive crazy speeds under 70mph, you can put it in 5th at 35mph and the truck just does the rest effortlessly, empty or loaded, caravan or trailer. The price is also a bonus, being ££1,000s cheaper than the competition. I had lots of change spare to spend on accessories.

Mazda 6 2003

It was probably the clutch in the first place. It€™s just a money making design. The flywheel and clutch both have to be replaced after 60 odd thousand miles. Dealers charge around 1300 pound to fix.

Mazda MX-5 1993

Awesome convertible, Lovely handling, Easy maintenance, Nippy engines and cheap to boot. Make sure you get one later that 1992 to avoid crank problems.

Mazda RX-8 189 bhp 2006

Not so long ago there was very little choice for anyone who wanted a fast, sports coupe that would seat four adults in comfort, with plenty of room and that was a little bit different from the rest. So Mazda decided to introduce the RX-8 and with an instant appeal turned the coupe market on its head. The shape is a very awkward kindergarten kind of magic, where a competition was held and the eight children with the best suggestions were incorporated into the final drawings, (that’s the pictures, not the kids)! As far as driving this beauty goes, well it does just that...it really really goes. The devil in you wants to keep the revs flying at well above 8000, but then some sensible road angel persuades you to ease off and take this little piece of driving pleasure in and enjoy it. Downside to owning one is possibly the poor fuel consumption, (24-26 mpg) and the amounts of cash you have to spend when servicing time comes around. But if you can absorb this little financial issue and really want a decent sports coupe at a sensible price, then buy one, and enjoy it before you get too old...

Mazda 2 TS2 2007

Very nice little car. The demo car I test-drove a couple of times was not as nippy as the one I have now finally bought. Why that is, I don’t know. The car is excellent for speeds up to 60-70mph but lacks a bit of punch to make for a truly enjoying long-journey-kind of car. It is quick off the mark, especially when you work the throttle and rev up a bit. You might have to switch down from 5th gear to 4th when you want to accelerate a bit quicker, which is fine by me as I don’t really need the car for that. I like the looks and the feel of the car. It takes the corners much better than my old W-reg Punto which rolled a lot more. Good car for what you pay, and good car overall anyway really. I am very pleased.

Mazda 6 TS2 AUTOMATIC 2004

No review submitted.

Mazda Tribute 3.0 V6 2004

A compact 4x4, I’m amazed that there are so few of them around in the UK as it is one of the best in its class. Almost identical to the Ford Maverick (Ford own parts of Mazda), the Tribute handles well and the style and performance are well above standard. You can pick these up really cheap second hand at the moment, especially from car supermarkets.

Mazda B Series 2.5TD Double Cab 4x4 Pick Up 2005

This is a working van and is used specifically for hauling animal feed. I needed something with 4x4 capability that would take some battering and was solid enough to cope with the work and cheap enough to not be paying for none essential stuff that is fitted as standard on other pickups. In hindsight I wouldn’t go for one of these again although it has done it’s job well enough it’s performance is nothing to write home about, just ok.

Mazda 3 2006

No review submitted.

Mazda B Series 2.5 TD 2006

Great off road. Bit of a bone shaker on, but as mine is a working farm vehicle it suits my needs brilliantly. You can work it really hard and it will cope with just about everything. Very capable van.

Mazda BT-50 2.5TD Double Cab 4x4 TS 2006

Excellent all terraine vehicle, whether hauling, towing or unloaded. Very well equipped as standard. Good responsive steering and nice bit of grunt from the engine. A substantial pick up that offers a lot.

Mazda 6 Estate 2.0 119 S 5dr 2006

Can’ think of anything bad to say about this car! Cheap to buy and run but doesn’t look cheap by any means. Masses of space. Nifty lever to lower rear seats for yet more luggage space (very handy for trips to B&Q) excellent drivers position and extremely comfortable for passenger. Brilliant car and absolute bargain for the money.

Mazda 2 1.3 86 TS2 5dr Hatchback 2007

Very nippy car. Looks great. Well equipped and well put together. Really cheap to run and insure yet looks a more expensive car than it really is. Have had mine only 2 months and already I love it! There does seem to be a lot of external noise though, which I’d say is the only thing that lets this car down but everything else certainly makes up for this.

Mazda 5 2ltr diesel sport 2006

Thought i was buying a car for cheap running costs. Not to be diesel particle filter light a problem and had to have it’s first service 10 months old and 7000 miles as the sump levels rise the service cost £259 is this right? Tyre wear horrific 7000 miles and tyres are ready to be replaced. They are like slicks on the edges.

Mazda 3 1.6 D 2007

I have a small family and was, kind of obviously, looking for a really good small family car. After doing some research it came down to either a Mazda 3 or a Ford Focus. The reason I chose the Mazda 3 was because it was the more reliable of the two and the 1.6 D offered better fuel economy. I liked the look of the car and after a test drive I was impressed with the performance and handling. I test drove the 1.6 D, the model that I ended up buying. A quality small family car, reliable and available at a very competitive price.

Mazda RX-8 Coupe 189 bhp 4dr

FANTASTIC CAR!! You have to try out this car if you’re looking for something to put a huge smile on your face. Just so much fun to drive and it handles beautifully. It really is one of the best coupe cars out there and I defy you not to fall in love with once you get behind the wheel!

Mazda CX-7 2.3 T 5dr

Excellently equipped 4x4 with nice design and high level of comfort. Very enjoyable to drive indeed with the turbocharged engine making sure you never get bored behind the wheel. Would like to have had the option of a diesel model but that is my only gripe with Mazda regarding this vehicle.

Mazda 626 Saloon 2.0 GXi 4dr

Great family car. Bought mine 3 years ago on a 51 plate and a reasonable amount of milage. It’s taken a fair battering and just keeps on going. Very reliable and inexpensive to run. The only down side is its looks - very boring. Good car if you can get your hands on one in good condition.

Mazda 6 2.0 Ts

Really good to drive. Perhaps a little overshadowed by the new Mondeo but a really capable car with refined feel and great stereo. Cheap contract hire deals still available due to strong residuals and good discounts from Mazda dealers now available.

Mazda E2200 2.2D

Good van. Nice precise gears and good handling. The cabin is really comfortable and the side sliding door and rear hatch door make access really easy. The only downside is that it can get a bit hairy driving on the motorway if it’s windy as it seems to catch the smallest crosswind.

Mazda 3 2.0 Sport 4dr

Excellent family car. Economical, spacious and practical, like the sat nav too. Feels solid and is a very easy drive. Excellent value for money, I would highly recommend this car to anyone.

Mazda MX-5 Merlot

Having owned my Mazda Mx- 5 Merlot limited edition since 1997 and only intended to keep it three years, it’s been the best driving experience I’ve ever had - hence I still own it! Mileage has crept up over the years to £80,000 but I have not had one problem with this car. It is fast, exciting, reliable, nippy, comfortable, exhilarating, always a head turner and a beautiful addition to my life! I have had the opportunity to drive many company lease cars over the years through work and not one of them compares to my orginal Mazda Mx-5 sports car. The only reason I would change my car is to indulge myself to buy a new one with an automatic roof and larger boot space (which in realtiy I don’t need). I will will always be an Mazda Mx-5 owner / driver. Other cars just don’t compete!

Mazda MX-5 1.8 Option Pack

I currently drive the New Style Mazda MX5 2dr Convertible 1.8 Option Pack. Having owned other convertibles I must say this vehicle is by far the best. It may not offer the likes of an electric hood, however it does come with 3 Yr/60000 Warranty, ABS + EBD, Cloth Upholstery, Driver Airbag, Dual Front Airbags, Elec Dr/Side Window, Elec Heated Mirrors, High L Brake Light, Immobiliser, Passenger Airbag, Power Assisted Steer, Radio + Single CD, Rear Head Rests, Remote C/Locking, Solid Paint, Thatcham Cat 1 Alarm. To add to this I am getting circa 29mpg and I don’t hang around! The handling and Drive are excellent. Working for Acorn a car Finance Company I must say the monthly rentals you can achieve on this vehicle are good. And for those buying residual values on this vehicle are good too! Go take a look at your local dealer....

Mazda 5 2.0 Sport

Indeed. A very appealing package. The sliding doors and fold away seats are a class apart from the alternatives. However, the tyre wear issue is a real one. Mazda are more than aware of it, but to date are unwilling to treat all customers equally when it comes to replacements. A lot goes down to how good your dealer is as to how much compensation you get on a new set of tyres. Mazda keep claiming to have fixed the problem.... If they have the need to issue a recall to ensure that ALL the cars are reset and there are no potentially lethal cars left on the road. My advice is, if you have one keep a constant check on the inner edges of all the tyres and get to the dealer as soon as you notice uneven wear.... As for buying new... I am not sure I would replace mine....

Mazda Premacy 1.8 (115ps) GSi 5dr

We’ve had our Premacy now for coming up to 4 years and I can’t praise it enough. It’s been perfect for our family and has proved very reliable and economical to run. I would definately buy Mazda again.

Mazda MX-5 1.8i Option Pack

As far as two seater roadsters in the sub 20k bracket go, you absolutely will not get any better than the Mazda Mx-5. It has brought reliability and every day useability to a sector of the car industry which was previously sorely lacking both qualities. It’s also a cracking drive!

Mazda 6 2.0 TS 5 dr

I’ve had this car for 6 months now and it’s been one problem after another, mainly with the gearbox, which was eventually replaced but is having to go in again now because of a problem with the clutch. Have been assured this will be dealt with and I’ve just been very unlucky – has anyone else had the same problems? Seriously thinking of getting rid of this car!!

Mazda 5 2.0D Sport

An appealing package, very badly let down by appalling tyre wear issues under normal driving conditions. Expect to replace all four corners before 10,000 miles are up.

Mazda MX-5 Mazda MX-5 2.0i Sport

This car has surpassed my expectations, it really is the most exhilarating drive I’ve ever experienced. If you are looking for a two seater you have to test drive one of these, the car speaks for itself!

Responses to this review
Do you experience a problem changing from 1st to 2nd when the engine’s cold? We have a Mk 3 55 reg. 2.0i Sport 6-speed. Other than that, it’s brilliant - Tracey(male) Agnew from Northumberland