Mazda 6

Introduction

Mazda is one of the leading Japanese automobile manufacturing unit, and has been into the errands of automobiles long since, branching from tools to automobile production with having 14 overseas sites and is the only one with hands on gasoline, diesel and rotary internal combustion engines. With Mazda6 it has sold about one million units across the globe, since it was first introduced, hitting high sales than all its competing ones with being one of the many fuel efficient sedan with innovations embodied in it.

Engine, mileage & variants

Mazda 6 is one of the promising sedans on offer from the Japanese automaker and is available in three variants SE, SE-L and Sport. Packed with its reliable SkyActiv technology the sedan is powered by two engine options ranging between a G-2.0 litre base variant engine and a higher G-2.5 litre in-line cylinder DOHC 16 valve direct injection engine. Out of the two engines, the 2.0 litre engine produces a maximum power of 145 PS at 6000 rpm with 210 Nm of peak torque at 400 rpm synergistic with 6 speed automatic/manual transmission. Efficient fuel consumption is also taken into account with impressive figures of 5.4 litres of fuel used to cover a stretch of 100 km.

Exteriors

The sculpted body inspires confidence with its radical design and curved lines running all over the Mazda 6. The all black radiator grille with Mazda logo at the top makes a distinct appeal. Use of bi-Xenon headlamps with automatic headlamps and day time running lights adds on to the overall appeal of the car. Large wheel arches on the side and a stylish rear bumper makes Mazda 6 stand out of the crowd. The sporty built is incorporated into a dimension of 4870mm x 1840mm x 1450mm ( L X W X H ) offering a wide sensed wheelbase of 2830mm with a ground clearance value of 165mm and minimum turning radius of 11.8m to work over the twists and turns in full accomplishment. The muscular built also speaks into for fashion with the electric glass sunroof to personify the ambiance to connect with the outer world. The Mazda 6 makes use of stylish alloy wheels which are available in two sizes i.e. 17 inch and 19 inches with the later measuring 225/45 R 19.

Interiors

The passion from the outside also runs on the inside of the Mazda 6. With uncompromising features and technology on offer the saloon incorporates leather with finesse which is evident on the seats and on the steering wheel. Mazda 6 makes use of a 5.8 inch touchscreen on the center console to cater to all of the multimedia as well as navigation needs. Coupled with advanced 6 speakers standard and an optional 11 speakers Bose audio system with Bluetooth and handsfree technology makes a theater like ambiance inside. Also on offer is a massive boot capacity of 483L with 60/40 split fold down rear seats which enhances the space paradigm and makes it easy to load bigger luggage for any excursion.

Safety, Braking and Miscellaneous

The edge cutting features come forth with the highly safe and all new I-ELOOP system to absorb energy generated due to braking with brake ventilated discs thereby working not only as an energy saver but also as an energy recycler for each move. Not just this, systems like the RVM, LDWS(lane departure warning system), MRDC( Mazda radar cruise control) are some of the many optimized safety breakthroughs of the Japanese makeup. The presence of dual front, side and curtain airbags makes the ride safe.

Verdict:

Innovative, sporty, lean and fashionable, these are some of the synonyms that can be used to describe the new Mazda 6 sedan. It comes as an overall package with best of engines, safety and performance on offer.