Mazda6 2012-2018 used car review

The Mazda6 is a well-built and sharp driving medium-size car.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 4.2 out of 5

The good

Stylish good looks
Engines and transmission perform well while being very efficient
Feels premium and well built

The not-so-good

The boot is a little small for this size of car
Rear headroom is restricted

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyer's guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2014 Mazda6 GSX

Price

$18,000 to $28,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

2.5-litre four-cylinder, 138kW/250Nm (claimed)

Transmission

Six-speed automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star ANCAP rating

Servicing

15,000km or six months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

6.6-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4865mm

Width

1840mm

Height

1450mm

Towing capacity

550kg (unbraked), 1500kg (braked)

Turning circle

11.2m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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