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Mazda5 Mk3 CW

Headline trim: 2.0 SkyActiv-G — 148 bhp, 0-62 in 9.9s.

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Verdict
C
BHP
148 bhp
0–60
9.9 s
Top speed
122 mph
MPG
36 mpg (US)
Used
$4,400-$12,000

Strengths

  • Wave-side styling distinctive
  • SkyActiv-G petrol efficient
  • Twin sliding doors stay

Weaknesses

  • Cabin plastics hard
  • UK volume small late-life
  • No hybrid option

Notable tech

  • Mazda 3 BL platform
  • 1.8 petrol, 2.0 SkyActiv-G petrol
  • 1.6 MZR-CD diesel
  • 5MT/6MT manual, 5AT auto
  • Twin sliding rear doors
  • 7-seat layout

Common issues

  • Sliding door track corrosion
  • SkyActiv-D injector wear
  • Aircon condenser

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across Mk3 CW's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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1.8 petrol
BHP115
Torque165 Nm
0–6012.0 s
Top116 mph
MPG (US)31 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox5MT
2.0 SkyActiv-G
BHP148
Torque191 Nm
0–609.9 s
Top122 mph
MPG (US)36 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT / 5AT
1.6 MZR-CD diesel
BHP115
Torque270 Nm
0–6011.4 s
Top118 mph
MPG (US)45 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT