2008-2012 6 OverviewMazda 6 Overview (2008 - 2012)
2008 - 2012
Tech Specs Summary
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- 118 - 137 mph
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- 8.0 - 11.8 seconds
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- 118 - 182 hp
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- 28.6 - 45.2 mpg
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- 2,987 - 3,472 lbs
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- 18.3 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 18.3 - 61.8 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 18 - 60.1 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Mazda 6 was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda between 2008 - 2012. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available from either a 1.8 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel 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 2.5 MZR 170 which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 168 hp and a power/weight ratio of 18.3 lb/hp it has a top speed of 137 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mazda 6 Sport Wagon 2.2 MZR-CD 129 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 764 miles and can store 18.3-61.8 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,086 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
