2001 Mazda MPV ES review from North America
"If you HAVE to get a minivan.."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing. It's brand spanking new.
The dealer is another story though, they procrastinated forever getting the tags for it.
General comments?
Good news first. The seats are unbelievably comfortable, the engine has plenty of power, the steering is quick and smooth, the gas and brake pedals both feel perfect.
Bad news next. It's impossible to check your blind spot. Rear visibility (especially with passengers in the back seat) is absolute zero. Plus, the power steering is a tad too responsive for my taste. When you hit a bump on the highway it feels like you skid over it. The cruise control and windshield wiper knobs are too close together and I always hit one going for the other.
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  | Extremely good value for all the features offered in the standard package |
| Versatility delivers |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 1954 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Aerostar |
| Date of Entry | 29th June, 2001 |