Mazda 5 Overview (2005 - 2011)
CR

Tech Specs Summary
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- 110 - 122 mph
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- 10.2 - 13.9 seconds
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- 108 - 144 hp
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- 28.6 - 38.6 mpg
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- 3,252 - 3,549 lbs
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- 4 - 59.3 ft3
This generation of the Mazda 5 (CR) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda between 2005 - 2011. It's a front engined front-wheel drive MPV. There are four power levels available from either a 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine or 1.8 L Inline 4 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 5 is the Mazda 5 2.0 MZR 146 which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 144 hp and a power/weight ratio of 22.73 lb/hp it has a top speed of 121 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mazda 5 2.0 MZR-CD 110 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 611 miles and can store 19-59.3 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,086 lbs.


2005-2011 5 Overview
