Mazda Mazda5 
The Mazda5 represents a perfect marriage of a minivan and a compact car. Even though it looks like a minivan and has sliding doors, it’s just barely bigger than a compact car and drives like one, too. Its 2.5L engine generates 157 horsepower and, when paired with a six-speed manual gearbox, it offers the most pleasant ride of any vehicle in the segment. What’s more, it handles well and its size makes it easy to park in the city.
Pros
- Exceptionally fun to drive
- Interesting manual transmission
- Versatile passenger compartment
- Useful sliding doors
- Reasonable dimensions
Cons
- More a four-seater than a six-seater
- Barely sufficient power
- No SKYACTIV system
- Soundproofing needs work
