Over and above the car's splendid execution is a full list of standard features, all in all making the 6 an inviting place to wind down from a hectic day during the evening commute home. From tilt and telescopic steering, power windows and locks with remote access to AM/FM/CD audio, air-conditioning and 60/40 split-folding rear seatbacks, the 6 won't disappoint. Options include a 6-disc in-dash CD player, leather upholstery and trim plus a power operated glass sunroof, to name only a few.
Overall the new 6 points Mazda in a new, much more exciting direction. While quite a bit smaller than the outgoing Millenia flagship, it is nevertheless a worthy top model within a brand that holds compact sporting efficiency much higher on its priority list than luxury excess - a refreshing outlook amid today's all too common bigger is better attitude.
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP):$24,295 - $34,105
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Engine: 160 hp, 155 lb-ft torque, 2.3-L, 16-valve, DOHC I4
- Engine: 220 hp, 192 lb-ft torque, 3.0-L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
- Transmission (I-4): 5-spd manual (opt 4-spd auto)
- Transmission (V6): 5-spd manual (opt 5-spd auto with manual mode)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS and EBFD
- Curb Weight: 1,380 kg (3,042 lb) - 1,502 kg (3,311 lb)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Cargo Capacity (trunk): 430 L (15.2 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 9.4 / 7.3 L/100km (25 / 32 mpg) (4-cyl 5-spd)
- Warranty (mo/km):36/80,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors:Buick Century, Chevrolet Malibu, Chrysler Sebring, Ford Taurus, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Magentis, Mitsubishi Galant, Nissan Altima, Oldsmobile Intrigue, Pontiac Grand Am, Saturn L200, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry, Volkswagen Passat
- Web Site: www.mazda.ca
