2002 MAZDA MPV ES For 2002, the most notable change to the popular MPV is the new drivetrain, a 3.0-litre V-6engine hooked to a 5-speed automatic transmission. Changes other than cosmetic include animproved suspension and optional 17-inch wheels. Interior and cargo area Access to the front seats is very easy because the MPV is only slightly higher off the ground thanmost cars. The seats seem overly firm at first but the longer the drive, the more they areappreciated. Rear access to the second-row seats is just as good. The seats are quite comfortable though somemay find that the cushion is a bit short. The seating system itself is simple and practical. Bothseats slide forward and back, and the right seat slides laterally. By sliding it to the left, the twoseats form a bench and you obtain even better access to the third-row seat. Slide the seat to theright, and you get a centre aisle. An easy-to-use handle facilitates the task. The windows in thesliding doors roll down. The seat backs lock when they are folded, and the seats are easy toremove.