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Basic Specs
| Base Price | $20,725 |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 3258 |
| City (MPG) | 20 |
| Hwy (MPG) | 29 |
| Horsepower | 170@6000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 167@4000 |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 |
| Length (in.) | 193.7 |
| Width (in.) | 72.4 |
| Height (in.) | 57.9 |
The second-generation Mazda6 midsize sedan is more spacious and powerful than its predecessor, though it can’t quite match that car’s BMW-on-a-budget handling. The Mazda6’s dimensions and powertrains are optimized for North American roads; in Japan and Europe, a different, smaller Mazda 6 is sold.
Visually, the Mazda6 is characterized by a fast, coupe-like roofline, prominent fenders that recall those of the discontinued RX-8 sports car and and the prominent (and fortuitous) absence of Mazda’s controversial “grinning” grille. The interior is class-competitive in terms of size and boasts a clean, attractive layout, although some materials are slightly low-rent.
Sending power to the front wheels is the buyer’s choice of a 2.5-liter inline-four or a 3.7-liter V6. The four-cylinder produces 170 horsepower and 167 lb-ft of torque that mates with a six-speed manual (available only on the base model) or a five-speed automatic. Those looking for more power can opt for the V6, which pumps out 272 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque and pairs exclusively with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel economy is rated at 22/31 mpg and 18/27 mpg for automatic-equipped four- and six-cylinder models, respectively, while the opting for the stick shift results in 21/30 mpg.
The Mazda6 is available in categories of trim levels - Mazda6 i and Mazda6 s, which in total make up six different trim packages. The Mazda 6 i is available in SV, Sport, Touring and Grand Touring trim levels while the Mazda6 s is available in Sport, Touring and Grand Touring trim levels.
Standard features include air conditioning, power windows and locks, cruise control, remote keyless entry and 60/40 split-folding rear seats. Highlights from the options list include a Bose premium audio system, leather upholstery, heated seats and a navigation system.
Safety equipment includes standard dual front, side and full-length side-curtain airbags in addition to traction and stability control systems.
Key Competitors
The Mazda6 faces strong competition from a number of rivals in the midsize sedan segment including the Kia Optima, Honda Accord, Ford Fusion and Nissan Altima.
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- General
- Body Style: Sedan
- Size: Midsize
- Market Segment: Standard
- Weight: 3258 lbs
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- Exterior
- Length: 193.7 in.
- Width: 72.4 in.
- Height: 57.9 in.
- Wheelbase: 109.8 in.
- Ground Clearance: 5.1 in.
- Front Track: 62.8 in.
- Rear Track: 62.8 in.
- Weight Distribution: 60/40
- Drag Coefficient: TBD
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- Interior - General
- Seats: 5
- Passenger Volume: 101.9 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume: 16.6 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
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- Interior - Front Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: 42.5 in.
- Head Room: 39.4 in.
- Shoulder Room: 57.3 in.
- Hip Room: 55.1 in.
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- Interior - Second Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: 38.0 in.
- Head Room: 37.3 in.
- Shoulder Room: 56.5 in.
- Hip Room: 55.9 in.
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- Propulsion
- Fuel Type: Gas
- Engine Type: 2.5L I4
- Power: 170 hp @ 6000 rpm
- Torque: 167 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
- Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
- Highway Fuel Economy: 29 mpg
- City Fuel Economy: 20 mpg
- Forced Induction: None
- Direct Injection: No
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- Chassis
- Layout: Front Wheel Drive
- Front Suspension: Strut-Type
- Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
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- Wheels
- Front: 16" Steel
- Front Tires: P205/65R16
- Rear: 16" Steel
- Rear Tires: P205/65R16
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- Trailering & Hauling
- Trailer Weight: TBD
- Payload: N/A
- Tongue Weight: TBD
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