America's Top 40 New Cars
38. MAZDA5
WHY IT'S ON OUR HIT PARADE: This six-passenger minivan does most things a Caravan or Odyssey does, with an extra 4-5 mpg city/2-3 mpg highway. Unlike American-size minivans, it's fun to drive, especially with the five-speed manual (base Sport trim only). A minor facelift for '08 added an optional navigation system. So be the first on your block to downsize: Honda and Chevy rivals are on the way.
COOL FACT: U.S. allocation sells out with no marketing budget.
SUM UP: The fun way to travel with the spouse and four kids.
THE DETAILS
Price: $18,665
Powertrain: 2.3L/153-hp/148-lb-ft/I-4/5-sp manual
Vital Stats: 0-60: 8.5 sec/quarter: 16.6 sec/EPA: 22/28 mpg
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