Mazda 6 is a five-seat midsize vehicle in the Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are three trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 2.5L Inline-4 engine that produces 184 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $1,800 to $1,950, which over the course of five years will save you $1,500 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA.
2016 6 has a relatively long wheelbase ( 111.4 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 3179 - 3250 lbs.
2016 6 seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - hips - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on legs and shoulders. When it comes to second-row passenger room, 6 ia a class-leader on only two measurements - legs and hips - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on head. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 14.8 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 6 i Sport | 2016 6 i Touring | 2016 6 i Grand Touring |
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Starging MSRP | $21,495 | $23,945 | $30,195 |
Engine | 2.5L Inline-4 | 2.5L Inline-4 | 2.5L Inline-4 |
HP | 184 hp | 184 hp | 184 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 25 MPG | 25 MPG | 26 - 28 MPG |
Highway | 36 MPG | 36 MPG | 37 - 38 MPG |
Combined | 29 MPG | 29 MPG | 30 - 32 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,800 - $1,900 |
2016 6 Sedan comes in three trim levels, with an average price that is $1,593 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, 6 has a class-leading fuel economy of 32 mpg.
2016 6 Sedan has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, like all of its peers. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed sixty-two complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There is also one recall issued by Mazda, which by itself is a relatively low number.