DecodedCarsMazda MPV
2 model years from 2005 to 2006, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2005–2006
- Class
- Minivan - 2WD
- Latest engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl
- Best MPG
- 18–19 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2005 (15)
The 2006 MPV in brief
The 2006 Mazda MPV is a minivan offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 189 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,728 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway), 3% worse than the 2006 minivan average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,700 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
The Mazda MPV has 2 model years in our data, from 2005 to 2006.
Its most efficient year was 2005 at 19 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 18 to 19 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the air bags (10), engine (4), service brakes (3).
2005 has the most recalls (3); all years together count 3 campaigns and 19 owner complaints.
2006 MPV pros & cons
Full 2006 details →What's good
- Few owner complaints4 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 34 for similar models.
Watch out for
- "Do not drive" recallCheck that the recall repair was done before buying or driving.
Show all 2 model years side by side
Alternatives to the 2006 MPV
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Chrysler Town and Country | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Mercury Monterey | 17 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mazda. How we calculate this →