The Mazda6 in base form starts at $23,995 for a decently equipped GS-I4, before taxes, freight and delivery charges. Our GT-V6 tester lists for $40,040 once you add the navigation system. That's expensive, especially when you realize that an Optima SX, loaded with navigation and 274 horsepower costs $6,500 less. Those darn Koreans, again.
We like the Mazda6 for its interior space, its level of refinement and its sporty character. However, the competition has improved drastically in the last two years, and the 6 has a hard time keeping up. In fact, nothing really makes this car stand out from its competitors. Personally, we'd prefer choosing a lower-priced Mazda6 than a loaded one; the GS-I4 with the Comfort Package would do the job nicely for us. But we sure miss the old Mazda6.
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| Our GT-V6 tester with navigation costs $40,040, which is expensive. (Photo: Sébastien D'Amour/Auto123.com) |
We like the Mazda6 for its interior space, its level of refinement and its sporty character. However, the competition has improved drastically in the last two years, and the 6 has a hard time keeping up. In fact, nothing really makes this car stand out from its competitors. Personally, we'd prefer choosing a lower-priced Mazda6 than a loaded one; the GS-I4 with the Comfort Package would do the job nicely for us. But we sure miss the old Mazda6.
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