Across 2 configurations, the 2006 Mazda 5 returns 21–22 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

5 - Manual 5-spd

22mpg

2.3L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city25 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

5 - Automatic (S4)

21mpg

2.3L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2006 Mazda 5

21States

40%in top 3

20% of the market sits in Washington, though listings span 21 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

WAWashington

1320%

CACalifornia

711%

TXTexas

69%

FLFlorida

58%

NHNew Hampshire

46%

ILIllinois

35%

OHOhio

35%

MIMichigan

35%

NCNorth Carolina

35%

UTUtah

23%

AZArizona

23%

NJNew Jersey

23%

WIWisconsin

23%

GAGeorgia

23%

OROregon

23%

MA1

MN1

AL1

NV1

NY1

KY1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2006.

2006 Mazda 5: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2006 Mazda 5 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2006 Mazda 5. On the safety front, there are no open recalls on record, which is a positive sign. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

What's the gas mileage of the 2006 Mazda 5?

Fuel economy ranges from 21 to 22 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $114 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

How does the 2006 compare to other Mazda 5 years?

Each Mazda 5 model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Mazda 5 overview page.