Model overview

The Mazda Premacy is a compact MPV that was produced by the Japanese carmaker Mazda from 1999.

The prime generation Premacy was made in Japan and exported to Europe and Asia. A rebadged variant was marketed by Ford in some Asian markets as the Ford Ixion or Ford MAV. The second-generation forward is marketed outside Japan as the Mazda5.

The initial generation Premacy was a five or seven-passenger car, while the following generation adds a third row for up to six riders in American form, and seven riders outside the U.S. Both generations highlight near-flat floors, fold-flat rear seats and folding or detachable second row.

The Mazda 5 is available in Sport, Touring and Grand Touring trim levels. Every Mazda 5 is equipped with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 157 hp and 163 pound-feet of torque. It transfers its power to the front wheels through a five-speed automatic gearbox.

Mazda 5 known problems

Some of the common problems or complaints owners have about the Mazda 5 are:

• Knocking From Front Suspension caused by Worn Sway Bar Bushings
• Faulty Engine Mount May Produce Excessive Vibration/Sound
• Check Engine Light/Trouble Code caused by Stuck Open Thermostat
• Noise From Rear Suspension caused by Loose Stabilizer Bar Links
• Slipping Clutch
• Engine Blow

Mazda 5 PDF owner manual

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