Mazda
2010 Mazda 6 Touring Plus V-6
What it Is: A four-door mid-size sedan.
Who it's For: Families who want a sporty-driving sedan with no more than two LATCH points.
What's Hot: Swoopy styling, generous trunk space.
What's Not: Somewhat tight interior, mediocre fuel economy.
How It Got Its Score: The Mazda 6's large trunk is a boon, but the V-6, though powerful, isn't as fuel efficient as many other competitors.
When the Mazda 6 was redesigned for the 2009 model year, Mazda addressed the primary concern of its buyers by making the car significantly larger. That's good news for buyers, as the 6 has one of the largest trunks in the mid-size sedan category (16.6 cu.-ft.), plus a fold-down rear seatback. The interior itself is a little on the tight side however, owing to the car's swoopy and sporty styling. While the Mazda 6 comes with one of the most powerful V-6 engines in its class, it also suffers on fuel economy, scoring lower than many other competitors. However, if fuel economy isn't a primary concern and you want a little added sport in your family sedan, the 6 is worth a look.
Specifications
Price |
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| MSRP |
$26,550 |
| Destination |
$750 |
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Other Models (Base Price) |
Grand Touring ($29,240) |
Mechanical
Engine Size |
3.7 liters |
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Engine Type |
V-6 |
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Horsepower |
272 hp |
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Torque |
269 lb.-ft. |
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Fuel |
Regular Unleaded |
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Drivetrain |
Front Wheel Drive |
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Transmission |
6-Speed Automatic |
Fuel Economy
EPA City |
17 mpg |
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EPA Highway |
25 mpg |
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EPA Combined |
20 mpg |
Utility
Vehicle Type |
Midsize Car |
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Family Friendliness |
7.5 |
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Doors |
Four |
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Seat Rows |
Two |
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Passengers |
Five |
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LATCH Positions |
Two |
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Cargo Space |
16.6 cu. ft. |
Safety
NHTSA Driver Front |
5 Stars |
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NHTSA Passenger Front |
5 Stars |
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NHTSA Driver Side |
5 Stars |
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NHTSA Rear Passenger Side |
5 Stars |
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NHTSA Rollover |
5 Stars |
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IIHS Front |
Good |
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IIHS Side |
Good |
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IIHS Rear |
Marginal |
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Stability Control |
Standard |
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Traction Control |
Standard |
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Brake Assist |
Standard |
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Side Airbags |
Thorax and Curtain |
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Collision Avoidance |
Not Available |
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Active Cruise Control |
Not Available |
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