2005 Mazda MPV

2005 Mazda MPV (photo : The Car Family)

Young college going male's view: I am growing older, but not gaining any wealth in my quest for hip-hop fame. In other words, I feel like the Mazda MPV, enjoyable, but apparently not noteworthy (pun intended). The engine does not make its power until well into the higher rpm range so driving it requires frequent right leg prodding. The stereo is barely adequate, the interior noise low, and the interior materials above average. The sliding doors don't create as large an opening as on other vans and the interior lighting is more sublime than most families would like. At night the headlights are okay, but when it rains they seem to lose their candlepower.

You should certainly check www.nada.com for the resale price on these vans and you might also want to take a look at the classifieds as I have seen many good deals offered. Don't forget to check me out at www.simple-thoughts.net.

Family conference: It is not difficult to make a case for buying the MPV van from Mazda from a utility standpoint. However, we would recommend you spend a while shopping price and also make sure the seats feel good after a test drive. Above all have the patience to live with the steering lever.

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