2008 Mazda 5 Speaker Sizes
The 2008 Mazda 5 speaker size chart provides factory specifications for OEM and aftermarket replacement audio components. Information covers locations in the front door panel and rear areas of the vehicle. Details include specifications for upgrade options to enhance the factory audio system with aftermarket speakers.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
|
| Front Door Panel | 6x8 | Full-Range |
|
| Rear | 6x8 | Full-Range |
|
2008 Mazda 5 Speaker Replacement Summary
3
total positions
2
easy to replace
2
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 2 Medium: 1 Low: 02008 Mazda 5 Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2008 Mazda 5 factory audio system includes separate tweeters and full-range speakers in the front door panels, suggesting a component-style configuration from the factory rather than a simpler coaxial setup.
- Replacing the front door panel full-range speakers and rear speakers with aftermarket 6x8 inch models may take priority over tweeter replacement, as these larger drivers handle the majority of audible frequencies and contribute more significantly to overall sound output.
- The 1 inch tweeters in the front door panels handle high-frequency reproduction, and upgrading these alongside the 6x8 inch full-range speakers could maintain or enhance the factory component speaker balance.
- Full-range speaker replacements in the 6x8 inch size could incorporate built-in tweeters if a coaxial design is selected, potentially simplifying installation while changing the factory component architecture.
- The available space for both single DIN and double DIN radio installations may allow for head unit upgrades with more power output or better frequency response, which could work in conjunction with upgraded speakers.
- Aftermarket 6x8 inch speakers with higher sensitivity ratings than factory units might produce louder output with the same amplifier power, though actual sensitivity specifications of the original speakers are not provided.
- The separate tweeter locations in the front doors may offer directional sound staging advantages compared to rear speaker positions, potentially making front speaker upgrades more noticeable to occupants.