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2015 Mazda5 Minivan Drops Manual Transmission For the Final Model Year

For the 2015 model year, the one and only purpose-built Mazda family hauler has been overhauled, but don’t expect any miracles. By overhauled we mean that the Japanese manufacturer cut down on some available options for the small minivan, chief among which is the elimination of the six-speed manual.
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Slated to cease production sometime in 2015 over too sluggish sales volumes, Mazda declared that its SUV range and crossovers are perfect for the family hauling business due to their fair levels of accommodation and their increasing popularity and demand in the U S of America. What brings 2015 for the last hurrah of the Mazda5 multi activity vehicle?

In terms of exterior styling and cabin design, there’s not much to differentiate the 2014 model year update from a perked-up 2015 Mazda5. For the Sport trim level, a customer needs to source $21,240, while the mid-range Touring goes for $22,370. As for the Grand Touring model, that one is $24,770.

This being a people carrier, one optional extra you might consider to tick from the options list is the headrest DVD entertainment system, to keep the little ones in check on those long journeys to grandma. A 2.5-liter engine with 157 hp and 163 lb-ft drives the front wheels via an old five-speed automatic.

All three specifications come as standard with auto climate control, keyless entry, power windows, a couple of 12-volt power outlets, an MP3 and SiriusXM-compatible audio system, as well as seating for six. Last but not least, the Mazda5 is rated 21 mpg city (11.2 l/100 km) and 28 mpg highway (8.4 l/100 km).
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About the author: Mircea Panait
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After a 1:43 scale model of a Ferrari 250 GTO sparked Mircea's interest for cars when he was a kid, an early internship at Top Gear sealed his career path. He's most interested in muscle cars and American trucks, but he takes a passing interest in quirky kei cars as well.
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