2014 Mazda MAZDA5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026

The 2014 Mazda5 is a carryover year in all meaningful ways. Its only notable update is a new exterior color; the engine, six-seat layout, trim structure, and equipment otherwise remain unchanged from 2013.
About the 2014 Mazda MAZDA5
2nd gen (2012-2015), third year after the 2012 redesign.
Mazda marketed the Mazda5 as a “multi-activity vehicle” for families and active households that wanted sliding-door usefulness without the bulk of a full-size minivan. Its core appeal was compact size, room for six, flexible seating and cargo space, and handling that felt closer to a small car than a traditional van. That made it a niche choice for buyers who valued easy parking and driving enjoyment more than maximum passenger room or strong towing power.
The 2014 Mazda5 is a compact six-passenger vehicle with dual sliding rear doors, second-row captain’s chairs, and a fold-flat third row. Sport is the practical entry trim and the only one with a manual transmission, while Touring adds Bluetooth and rear parking sensors. Grand Touring focuses on comfort with heated leather-trimmed front seats, a moonroof, and xenon headlights.
What changed, by category
2014 Mazda MAZDA5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 5-Spd Manual Mode | Auto, 5-Spd Manual Mode | Auto, 5-Spd Manual Mode |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 157 hp | 157 hp | 157 hp |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 44.4 cu-ft | 44.4 cu-ft | 44.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 30.5 in | 30.5 in | 30.5 in |
| Seats | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Headlights | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2014 Mazda5 compared with the 2013 model?
Very little changed for 2014. Mazda added a new exterior color, while the powertrain, six-seat layout, trim structure, safety equipment, and technology carried over from 2013.
Was the 2014 Mazda5 redesigned?
No. The 2014 Mazda5 was in the third year of the generation introduced for 2012, and it received no major design or structural changes for 2014.
Does the 2014 Mazda5 have a manual transmission?
Yes. The manual transmission is limited to the 2014 Mazda5 Sport; Sport models also appear with an automatic, while Touring and Grand Touring use a five-speed automatic.
How do the 2014 Mazda5 trims differ?
Sport covers the essentials and is the only trim with a manual transmission. Touring adds a five-speed automatic, Bluetooth, rear parking sensors, 17-inch alloy wheels, and fog lights. Grand Touring adds heated leather-trimmed front seats, a moonroof, xenon headlights, rain-sensing wipers, and heated side mirrors.
Did the 2014 Mazda5 get a different engine?
No. Every 2014 Mazda5 retains the 157-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine used for 2013.
2014 Mazda MAZDA5 Reviews
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