2013 Mazda5 vs. 2014 Mazda5
The 2013 and 2014 models of the now-discontinued Mazda5 are almost identical.
Written by Julian de Sevilla
Reviewed by Jessa Claeys
The now-discontinued Mazda5 is an affordable compact minivan, a class of car that has all but been replaced by small SUVs and crossovers in recent years. There isn’t much difference between the 2013 and 2014 model years, even across its four available trims.
Here’s a comparison of the two models by price, specifications, fuel economy, safety ratings, and interior specifications. Don’t get too excited, though—they’re nearly identical.
2013 Mazda5 vs 2014 Mazda5: What’s the difference?
In short: not much is different about the 2013 Mazda5 and 2014 Mazda5. This
Mazda
model is one of the very few compact minivans available in the U.S. in the last decade. Imagine the general shape of a minivan with the dimensions of a subcompact SUV and a similarly scaled-down price tag, and you’ve got the Mazda5.It has room for six across three seats, including a fairly cramped back row but generous cargo space given its dimensions. Not much changed in its last few years of production, though—the 2013 and 2014 models are nearly indistinguishable.
Pricing
The Mazda5 was affordably priced brand new. The base Sport trim cost just over $20,000 and the top-of-the-line Grand Touring trim cost around $5,000 more. Starting MSRPs increased by $200 across the board for the 2014 model. This table breaks it all down by trim level:
Model | 2013 MSRP | 2014 MSRP |
|---|---|---|
Mazda5 Sport (Manual) | $20,735 | $20,935 |
Mazda5 Sport (Automatic) | $21,735 | $21,935 |
$22,865 | $23,065 | |
$25,265 | $25,465 |
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General specs
As a budget-friendly vehicle ideal for small families, the Mazda5’s specs are pretty unremarkable, and those of the 2013 and 2014 models are identical:
- Engine: 2.5L 4-cylinder, up to 157 horsepower
- Transmission: Automatic with manual shift, 6-speed manual available in the Sport trim
- Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
- Fuel economy: 22 city / 28 highway / 24 combined
Safety ratings
Neither model has
NHTSA safety ratings
, but both received mixed ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Its roof strength and moderate overlap front (basically a head-on collision) crash tests received the highest-possible “Good” ratings. However, it got the lowest-possible “Poor” ratings in driver’s side “small overlap front” crash tests, which simulate a collision to the front-left corner of the vehicle. Both models have the standard safety features common in affordable cars of that time, including anti-lock brakes, stability control, and front, side, and overhead airbags.
Styling and interior
If it looks like a little minivan and drives like a little minivan… or however the saying goes. The Mazda5 was phased out before modern features like infotainment touchscreens and Apple CarPlay were as ubiquitous as they are today, so its interior features are a bit dated.
All trims feature an AM/FM radio with an auxiliary port, USB port, and Bluetooth, as well as the option of second-row bench seats or captain’s seat—though even the bench seat only sat two.
The Touring trim added 17-inch wheels (as opposed to the Sport trim’s 16-inch wheels), and the Grand Touring trim included a power sunroof, heated seats and mirrors, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and leather interiors.
Which should you buy?
The most interesting thing about this car was also likely what led to its downfall: there weren’t any other compact minivans on the market at the time—possibly due to a lack of demand. And there are even fewer today.
The two models are virtually indistinguishable, so which to buy might just come down to the one you happen to come across. 2014 models might have slightly lower mileage and a longer lifespan just because they’re newer, though both models are nearly 10 years old.
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