2002-2008 6 OverviewMazda 6 Overview (2002 - 2008)
2002 - 2008
Tech Specs Summary
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- 118 - 149 mph
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- 6.6 - 12.3 seconds
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- 118 - 256 BHP
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- 26.2 - 47.1 mpg
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- 1,345 - 1,605 kg
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- 492 - 1,662 L (Hatchback)
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- 500 L (Saloon)
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- 505 - 1,712 L (Estate)
This generation of the Mazda 6 was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda between 2002 - 2008. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as a hatchback, saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 118 BHP 1.8 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 256 BHP 2.3 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 6 is the Mazda 6 MPS which scores 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 256 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 161 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 149 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mazda 6 2.0 MZR-CD Sport-Estate 121 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 651 miles and can store 505-1,712 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,600 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
