Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 MAZDA5.
The 2016 Mazda MAZDA5 closes out its 2006–2016 production run with just two owner complaints logged and zero recalls, a quiet finish for a model that peaked at 78 complaints in its 2006 debut year and bottomed out at a single complaint in 2011. The powertrain emerges as the top complaint area for this final model year, though the minimal volume keeps it in perspective against the nameplate's broader reliability arc. With the 2016 sitting at the low end of the model's historical complaint range, it suggests the platform had largely sorted its early issues by the time production ended.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 AT · 550 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 180.7 in |
| Overall width | 68.9 in |
| Overall height | 63.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in |
| Curb weight | 3479 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 60.6 / 59.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 51/49 |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the MAZDA5 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Grand Touring 2.5L I-4 | 9.00 sec | 17.00 sec | 157 hp | FWD |
| 2014 | Sport 2.5L I-4 | 8.20 sec | 16.30 sec | 157 hp | FWD |
| 2012 | Sport 2.5L I-4 | 8.30 sec | 16.50 sec | 157 hp | FWD |
| 2012 | Grand Touring 2.5L I-4 | 9.00 sec | 17.10 sec | 157 hp | FWD |
| 2012 | Touring 2.5L I-4 | 9.10 sec | 17.00 sec | 157 hp | FWD |
| 2012 | Grand Touring 2.5L I-4 | 10.30 sec | 17.80 sec | 157 hp | FWD |
| 2009 | Grand Touring 2.3L I-4 | 10.00 sec | 17.70 sec | 153 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | Touring 2.3L I-4 | 8.90 sec | 16.80 sec | 153 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine SAE J1703 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Brake Fluid | SAE J1703 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.0-7.1 |
| Power Steering Fluid | ATF |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 12 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 32 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 25.0 ft-lbs |
| Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts | 35.0-43.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 560-660 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 650-800 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 550-650 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 650-800 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 500-600 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 650-800 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 550-650 rpm |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 35 AT |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 550 cca |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 54.4 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 65.2 psi |
| Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO) | Ignition off fuel holding pressure 29 |
| Engine Compression | psi 111 -138 max variation 23.4 psi |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 57-94 psi |
| Engine Oil Pressure RPM | 3000 rpm |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.009-0.011 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.011-0.012 in |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 20; Rear: 20 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 60-; Rear: 49- |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .910; Rear: .350 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: .937; Rear: .390 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .002 |
| 1 | 20.0-23.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 80.0-100.0 | 20–23 ft. lbs |
Prep Maximum cylinder head bolt length should not exceed 146.0 mm. Replace bolts if they exceed maximum length. Coat bolts with clean engine oil. · Step 1 · 2.2-8.0 ft. lbs.
| 2 | 9.5-12.5 ft. lbs. | 9.5–12.5 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 32.0-34.0 ft. lbs. | 32–34 ft. lbs |
| 4 | 88 degrees-92 degrees | 88 degrees |
| 5 | 88 degrees-92 degrees | 88 degrees |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The federal record for the Mazda MAZDA5 shows a clear downward trend in complaints and recalls over its production lifespan, starting with 78 complaints in 2006 and falling to just 2 by 2016. While the 2015 model year saw 8 complaints and 1 recall, the 2016 model reports 0 recalls and 0 investigations. The two recorded complaints for 2016 are split between Power Train and an "Unknown Or Other" category, though the data does not specify the root causes. Notably, the 2016 model also shows a significant decrease in Technical Service Bulletins, with only 67 compared to the 197 to 223 range seen in most prior years. Because it sits at the lowest point of the generation's complaint and recall arc, 2016 is an excellent year to buy.
All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 67 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09-016-23 | 2023-02-28 | Electrical System | Speedometer replacement procedure |
| 09-025-21-3824 | 2021-08-17 | Equipment | This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driverâÂÂs… |
| SA-040-21 | 2021-06-07 | Visibility | Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building… |
| MT-003-21 | 2021-06-01 | Visibility | Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building… |
| Transmission | 2021-03-16 | Power Train | MultiModel (equipped with skyactivdrive) ATF color deterioration New vehicle automatic… |
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