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 hp
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- 21.8 - 39.2 mpg
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- 2,965 - 3,538 lbs
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- 17.7 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 17.8 - 60.5 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 17.4 - 58.7 ft3 (Hatchback)
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 sedan, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 118 hp 1.8 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 256 hp 2.3 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 13.69 lb/hp 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-Wagon 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 17.8-60.5 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,527 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
