I drive a 2008 Mazda 5, I am 34 and married.  The car is great transportation to and from work with an ability to park it anywhere.  The interior is somewhat tight but has room to carry passengers.  For a small minivan it gets close to 30 miles per gallon which is a huge advantage to the Mazda 5.  The 5 is a economical purchase for those that need passenger space but want to minimize transportation costs.    The third row seat gives room for 3 small children but the cargo space is minimal.   Great economical value and worth the price for a family with small children that are looking to keep costs down. Definitely recommend the Mazda 5 is well worth the money.