Professional Reviews

• “third row seat... flips over to face rearwards... great for watching outdoor sports and recreational events.” — Canadian Driver
• “handling prowess... led the way [among 12 minivans] around the skidpad and stopped impressively.” — Popular Mechanics
• “If you're shopping the Toyota Sienna, the Nissan Quest, the Dodge Caravan and the Honda Odyssey, make sure the MPV gets a chance to make its case, too.” — The Car Connection
• “smaller... than most other minivans... more maneuverable, but maximum cargo volume is 127 cubic feet, about 20 fewer than the [Honda] Odyssey.” — Edmunds.com
• “Mazda's MPV isn't anything like it used to be, and that's just as well.” — New Car Test Drive
• “The hindmost bench seat can be folded down into a well in the floor, freeing up 17 cubic feet of storage space. This is a very useful feature.” — New Car Test Drive
• “Can a minivan be flingable? This one has the taut suspension motions and steering quickness to make you ask 'why not?'” — Car and Driver
• “a must-see contender. The MPV compares well in price with its competitors” — Canadian Driver
• “Among the MPV's most appealing features are roll-down windows in its dual sliding doors, a minivan exclusive.” — Motor Trend
• “With 3677 pounds to haul around in unladen form, the MPV is no hot rod.” — Motor Trend
• “'OptiSpace' design techniques to create a vastly more spacious interior than in the previous MPV.” — The Car Connection
• “...packs a spacious, feature-rich interior into an attractive, svelte exterior.” — Motor Trend
• “The second and third rows can be configured for different seating arrangements.” — Edmunds.com
• “MPV is smaller and more nimble than most competing vans. It drives more like a tall car.” — New Car Test Drive
• “...center seats can be folded down, and can slide forward and back a few inches to optimize rear leg space. What's more, they can also be moved sideways... to create a bench seat and improve access to the rear seats.” — New Car Test Drive
• “Behind the third-row seat is a deep well in the floor providing 17.2 cubic feet of storage space.” — Woman Motorist
• “The glass in its rear doors is powered and rolls down like a car's, an industry first. It also features a hiding third-row seat, similar in design to the Honda Odyssey's, that can also flip around for tailgate parties and picnics.” — New Car Test Drive