When you hear the term "minivan," what comes to mind? You aren't alone if you said soccer moms and dads with big families- as well as un-inspiring style and performance. But, if we're talking about the 2012 Mazda5, you might want to slightly revise your image of the minivan. Although the new Mazda5 is still very family-friendly, it's also sleek, stylish, and has enough "vroom, vroom" to keep nearly anyone satisfied. And, these are only a few of the reasons the Mazda5 made this year's U.S. News' list of "Best Cars for the Money."

The new Mazda5 is rather small for a minivan, but it's roomy enough inside to keep its family-friendly practicality. What this minivan has that many others do not is a "fun" personality. It also comes at a lower price and gets better fuel economy that several other minivans in its class. The Mazda5 is basically a cross between a minivan and a wagon, and it has the power (at 157-hp and 163-lb./ft. of torque) to back that up.

U.S. News writes that the model is: "fun to drive, and not just for a minivan. It has an engaging driving experience, period."¹. Part of this energetic experience comes from the Mazda5's small size, which makes it easy to navigate city streets and highways alike.

Of course, Mazda hasn't only been acknowledged for this particular 2012 model. Many of its new Mazda models have been recognized as superior to their competitors. Whether you're looking for a practical and fun ride like the Mazda5 or a fast and sexy ride like the Mazda MX-5 Miata, you can find anything you're looking for in a vehicle here at Whitten Brothers Mazda, located at 900 Johnston Willis Drive, Richmond, VA, 23236. Simply contact us online and let us know exactly which model suits your fancy!

Source: ¹http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/Mazda_Mazda5/