Mazda Mazda6

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[[Image:Greyonwhite.jpg|right|400px|thumb|2005 Mazda6]]
The '''Mazda Atenza''' or '''Mazda6''' is a midsize car from the Japanese carmaker [[Mazda]]. Replacing the [[Mazda Capella|Capella]]/[[Mazda 626|626]], the Atenza/Mazda6 has sold over one million units worldwide since its introduction, making it the fastest Mazda vehicle to reach the one million mark.
See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[{{FULLPAGENAMEE}} Review]]'''.
===Recent Changes===

===Styles and Major Options===
The Mazda Mazda6 is available in four trims: the Sports Sedan, 5-door Hatchback, Sports Wagon, and Mazdaspeed6 edition. Certain engines are only available with certain trims, and there are various option packages to choose from.

===Pricing===
Today's actual prices for the [[Mazda]] Mazda6 can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/MAKE/MODEL/prices CarsDirect].

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!2006 [[Mazda]] Mazda6 Trim
!MSRP
!Invoice
|- bgcolor="#F2F2F2"
|Mazda6 i Sedan||align="center"|$19,110||align="center"|$17,658
|-
|Mazda6 s Sedan||align="center"|$23,010||align="center"|$21,248
|- bgcolor="#F2F2F2"
|Mazda6 i Sport Sedan||align="center"|$21,810||align="center"|$20,143
|-
|Mazda6 s Sport Sedan||align="center"|$23,910||align="center"|$22,076
|- bgcolor="#F2F2F2"
|Mazda6 i Grand Touring Sedan||align="center"|$24,710||align="center"|$22,812
|-
|Mazda6 s Grand Touring Sedan||align="center"|$27,260||align="center"|$25,159
|- bgcolor="#F2F2F2"
|Mazda6 i Grand Sport Sedan||align="center"|$25,210||align="center"|$23,272
|-
|Mazda6 s Grand Sport Sedan||align="center"|$27,110||align="center"|$25,020
|- bgcolor="#F2F2F2"
|Mazda6 i Sport Hatchback||align="center"|$22,210||align="center"|$20,511
|-
|Mazda6 s Sport Hatchback||align="center"|$24,510||align="center"|$22,628
|- bgcolor="#F2F2F2"
|Mazda6 s Grand Sport Hatchback||align="center"|$27,710||align="center"|$25,572
|-
|Mazda6 s Wagon||align="center"|$23,610||align="center"|$21,799
|- bgcolor="#F2F2F2"
|Mazda6 s Sport Wagon||align="center"|$24,610||align="center"|$22,719
|-
|Mazda6 s Grand Touring Wagon||align="center"|$27,160||align="center"|$25,067
|- bgcolor="#F2F2F2"
|Mazda6 s Grand Sport Wagon||align="center"|$27,910||align="center"|$25,717
|-
|Mazdaspeed6 All-Wheel Drive Sport||align="center"|$27,995||align="center"|$25,833
|- bgcolor="#F2F2F2"
|Mazdaspeed6 All-Wheel Drive Grand Touring||align="center"|$29,925||align="center"|$27,608
|}

===Gas Mileage===
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

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<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=5>
'''Trim'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
2.3L 4-cyl.
 
Manual
</td>
<td>
2.3L 4-cyl.
 
Automatic
</td>
<td>
3.0L 6-cyl.
 
Manual
</td>
<td>
3.0L 6-cyl.
 
Automatic
</td>
<td>
2.3L 4-cyl.
 
6-spd. Manual
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan=5 bgcolor=#cccccc>
'''MPG'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
24/31
</td>
<td>
23/32
</td>
<td>
20/27
</td>
<td>
19/27
</td>
<td>
19/25
</td>
</tr>
</table>

===Reliability===

===Safety===
Based on crash tests performed by the [http://www.safercar.gov NHTSA], the Mazda6 has received mostly excellent ratings since its introduction in 2002. The one area that falls slightly short is its Front Seat Side-Impact rating, which, at 3/5 stars, is merely average.

Each Mazda6 trim comes standard with several safety features, including:
*4-wheel [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)]]
*Front Impact [[Airbag]]s
*Occupancy Sensor
*Side Impact Bars
*Ignition Disable

===Photos===
<gallery>
image:Facingleft.jpg|Mazda6 Sedan
image:Sedaninterior.jpg|Sedan Interior
image:Sedandriving.jpg
image:Redhatchback.jpg|Mazda6 Hatchback
image:Wagonright.jpg|Mazda6 Wagon
image:Wagoninterior.jpg|Wagon Interior
</gallery>

===Colors===
Colors vary between the [http://www.carsdirect.com/2006/mazda/mazda6/colors Mazda6] and the [http://www.carsdirect.com/mazda/mazdaspeed6/colors Mazdaspeed6], and colors vary within these trims as well.

===Main Competitors===
*[[Volkswagen Passat]]
*[[Honda Accord]]
*[[Toyota Camry]]
*[[Hyundai Sonata]]
*[[Nissan Maxima]]

==Hybrid Models==
While [[Ford]] also uses the Mazda6's CD3 platform as the basis for a number of their vehicles and subsequently plans to offer a [[Hybrid Car|hybrid]] powertrain on the platform for some models, [[Mazda]] has not announced any such plans for the Mazda6.

==Unique Attributes==
Mazda6 is one of the few mid-size models sold as both a 5-door and a wagon in the USA.

==Resale Values==
According to [http://www.kbb.com Kelley Blue Book], "the Mazda6 is expected to hold a modest resale value, retaining an estimated 56 to 59 percent of its value at 24 months, depending upon the trim level. That's much lower than the values projected for the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, VW Jetta and Nissan Altima, but better than those of the Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata and Mitsubishi Galant."

==Criticisms==
*"The Mazda6 is not as spacious as many of its competitors." - Kelley Blue Book
*"The other minor shortcoming is that an auto-down/up feature is available only for the driver's window." - Edmunds.com
*"We like Mazda's talk of connecting emotionally with customers. But we're not sure they've reached far enough with the 6 to grab the attention they need." - Motor Trend

==Current Generation==
[[Image:Mazda_6_Kombi_titan_2005.jpg|right|thumb|250px|2005 Mazda6 wagon]]
During 2005, a 6-speed automatic became available on the 6-cylinder models, while the 4-cylinder sedan received a 5-speed manually shiftable automatic.

==First Generation/Origins==
North American Mazda6 production is handled at the AutoAlliance International plant which is a joint venture between Ford and Mazda. The first Mazda6 rolled off this Flat Rock, Michigan assembly line on October 1, 2002, just one month after production of the [[Mazda 626|626]] ended. In its first years, the Mazda6 came with a 4-speed automatic, 5-speed automatic "AT" or a 5-speed manual transmission.

==Future Generations==
====2008====
Mazda is reportedly developing a replacement for the Mazda6 for the 2008 model year. This new vehicle would reportedly use the 3.5 L V6 Ford Duratec 35 V6 engine with over 250 hp. Insiders predict that the turbocharged MZI engine might be the base offering and that all wheel drive will be available more widely. In addition, it has been said that the next generation Mazda6 will in fact be larger, more luxurious, and take on a shape similar to the [[Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class]] 4-door coupe.

==Mazdaspeed Atenza==
[[Image:2006_Mazdaspeed_6.jpg|thumb|right|250px|2006 Mazdaspeed Mazda6]]
The 2006 '''Mazdaspeed Atenza''' (known as '''Mazdaspeed 6''' in North America and '''Mazda6 MPS''' in Europe and Australia) is a high-performance version of the Mazda6. It features a [[turbocharged]] version of the 2.3 L MZR [[Straight-4|I4]] which produces 272 PS (200 kW) (European version is detuned to 260 PS (191 kW); the North American version, at 274 hp (204 kW), is more powerful). This 2.3 L DISI turbocharged engine features direct fuel injection and conforms to the new Euro 5 emissions standards. It has a revised front fascia with a raised hood, a 6-speed transmission, and [[all wheel drive]]. The all wheel drive system uses Mazda's '''Active Torque Split''' computer-based control which routes up to 50% of the power to the rear wheels depending on driving conditions. Mazda currently has no plans to enter the car into rally racing, and the Mazdaspeed Atenza is meant to compete with its Japanese-made rival, the [[Subaru Legacy|Subaru Legacy GT]] and similar sport sedans rather than the smaller, rally-car-derived [[Subaru Impreza WRX STi]] and [[Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution]].

[[Image:2006 Mazdaspeed 6 front.JPG|thumb|right|250px|2006 Mazdaspeed Mazda6]]
Originally scheduled to be launched in June 2005, the Mazdaspeed Atenza was delayed until November. In North America, the Mazdaspeed6 comes in two trim levels; the "Sport" trim with cloth interior and standard key entry and ignition; and the "Grand Touring" trim with leather interior, keyless entry/ignition, and an optional DVD navigation (of which the Canadian model lacks DVD navigation). Automatic climate control is standard, as is a 200 W Bose stereo system featuring 7 speakers and a 9 in. subwoofer in addition to an in-dash 6-disc CD changer. A [[sunroof]] with [[moonroof]] feature is optional on the Grand Touring trim.

Although Mazda estimates 0-60 mph times to be 6.2 seconds, recent independent tests by automotive journalists have suggested that the actual numbers might range between 5.4-6 seconds (with DSC deactivated).

==Worldwide==
Not all configurations are available in all areas. For example, the Mazda6 as released in Australia was a four-cylinder car only, while the last 626 which it replaced was a four or six-cylinder car. In addition, the name Atenza (which means Attention) is used only in Japan; the Mazda6 moniker is used everywhere else in the world. In China, the Mazda Atenza is used as the base for the Hongqi Benteng, an upscale model in the Red Flag range manufactured by the First Automobile Works in Jilin Province.

European versions also feature a four-cylinder [[turbo]][[diesel]], and while power is directed to the front wheels only in most markets, full-time [[all wheel drive]] models are available in Japan and Europe.

Hofu plants in Hiroshima produce the Mazda6 for Europe and some Asia markets, including Australia. There are also satellite plants building Mazda6 models in China and Thailand for their respective local markets.

==Design quirks and oddities==

==Awards==
The Mazda6 was 2nd place European car of the year and made ''Car and Driver'' magazine's Ten Best list for 2003. The ''Sport Wagon'' won the Canadian Car of the Year ''Best New Station Wagon'' award, while the ''Sport'' sedan won the Canadian Car of the Year ''Best New Family Car'' award for 2005. The Atenza Wagon also won What Car?'s ''Best Estate'' award in 2004.

==See also==

==External links==
*[http://www.mazdausa.com/mazda6/ Official Mazda6 Site]
*[http://www.mazda6tech.com Mazda6Tech]
*[http://www.mazda6club.com Mazda6Club]
*[http://www.roadtests.com/research/mazda/mazda6/ RoadTests.com - Mazda Mazda6]

==References==
* [http://www.autoblog.com/2006/03/17/mazda-makes-millionth-mazda6/ Autoblog: Mazda makes millionth Mazda6]

This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazda_Atenza Mazda Atenza], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Mazda_Atenza&action=history contributors].

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