[ I posted this late last month. No replies yet. Surely there must be some
Mazda5 owners? ]

I have been reading up on the Mazda5 on the net. I would like to know
if the second row seats can be easily removed. In one of the photos I saw
it appeared that part of the sliding door mechanism is integrated into
the seat base. I have an older / arthritic dog and would be great if I
could remove one seat so that she could gain easy access to the vehicle.

I would also like to hear from any actual owners as far as what you think
of the vehicle. Pro's -con's, mileage, performance, daily livability, Etc

Thanks for your time,

Phil

The 2nd row can be easily unbolted and removed.

I do mostly city driving, and I get 22mpg.

I have the 5spd and I bought it because the automatic was too sluggish for
me.

It drives like a car, has lots a storage nooks and cubbies and is very
useful.

Check out this forum: www.MazdaV.com

There are lots of owners on that site that can answer all of your questions.