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Mazda 6 2020
Carsguide Senior Journalist Richard Berry had this to say at the time: Mazda6 wagon, with its impressive dynamics, great practicality and value. The Atenza grade adds another level of luxury but also look at the GT, which has the same engine and an almost identical features list. Oh, and you don't have to put a bed in the back like I did, but it's good to know you can.
You can read the full review here.This is what Richard Berry liked most about this particular version of the Mazda 6: Enjoyable to drive, Great value, Excellent safety equipment
The 2020 Mazda 6 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1600 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Mazda 6 is also known as the Mazda Atenza (China and Japan) in markets outside Australia.
Mazda 6 2020 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
Mazda 6 Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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Atenza | Sedan | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $37,620 | $44,220 | |
Atenza 100TH Anniversary | Sedan | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $42,680 | $49,610 | |
GT | Sedan | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $34,320 | $40,810 | |
GT SP | Sedan | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $40,370 | $47,520 | |
Atenza | Wagon | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $38,610 | $45,430 | |
Atenza 100TH Anniversary | Wagon | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $43,670 | $50,820 | |
GT | Wagon | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $35,200 | $41,910 | |
GT SP | Wagon | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $41,470 | $48,840 |
Mazda 6 2020 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Mazda 6 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Will the Mazda 6 be discontinued in Australia?
It certainly looks like that could be the case. Mazda HQ has announced plans to stop production of the 6 at the plant that supplies Australian 6s, so barring a switch to a new supply-factory, that would seem to be so. There's a sense that some Mazda factories will continue to build the 6, but the suggestion is that this will only be for some limited Asian markets.
Unfortunately for those who like conventional vehicle packaging, the almighty SUV has just about killed off the traditional sedan and station-wagon.
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Location of the starter motor in a 2003 Mazda 6?
The starter motor on this vehicle is located down low on the front of the engine. Conventional wisdom is to remove the air-box and part of the intake trunking to access the starter motor's fasteners and wiring, and then remove the starter itself from below the engine bay after removing the plastic underbody protection panel. Don't forget to remove the negative battery terminal before starting any of this.
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Does the 3rd generation of the Mazda 6 have unreliable in transmission?
Mazda’s 6 has always had a pretty good reputation in the trade for its reliability and durability, but globally, there have been a few concerns with the automatic transmission. The first of those is a situation where the transmission goes into limp-home mode. At that point, it can suffer slurred shifts and a lack of acceleration. It doesn’t seem a common complaint in Australia, but it’s reckoned to be caused by the transmission fluid becoming contaminated with small iron particles (possibly swarf from the production process) becoming attracted to the magnetic sensors inside the transmission. At that point, the sensors lose the plot and the information going to the computer becomes garbled.
The other thing seen (mostly in the US) has been a whining noise from the transmission. Inspections have shown this to be caused by a damaged bearing in the transmission, possibly the victim of misalignment of the gearbox casing. Again, it’s not a common fault showing up here.
Overall, the Mazda 6 seems one of the better bets out there in reliability terms.
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Mazda 4 - A bigger hatchback than the 3?
Mazda is unlikely to increase the number of its passenger car models, given the contracting nature of such body styles in favour of crossovers and SUVs.
Also, note that a CX-4 has existed in China for a number of years, slotting tightly between the CX-3 and CX-5 as a sleeker coupe version of the latter, so if you do see a '4' (or, more likely, a '40') on the tailgate of a Mazda in the future, it might be sat on an SUV-shaped rather than hatchback-shaped five-door.
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Mazda 6 2020 Interior
As our review images show, the Mazda 6's interior is a clean, coherent, and understated design with the dashboard dominated by the sleek 'MZD Connect' multimedia screen. There is plenty of room for front-seat passengers, and even those in the rear won't run into any headroom trouble. There is plenty of leg room, too, as well as decent foot room. Smaller folks will be okay in the middle rear seat. Leather seat trim is offered on the Sport model and up.
Mazda 6 2020 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2020 Mazda 6 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1840mm x 1480mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Mazda 6 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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Sport | Sedan | 1450x1840x4865 mm | 165 mm | |
Touring | Sedan | 1450x1840x4865 mm | 165 mm | |
GT | Sedan | 1450x1840x4865 mm | 165 mm | |
GT SP | Sedan | 1450x1840x4865 mm | 165 mm | |
Sport | Wagon | 1480x1840x4800 mm | 165 mm | |
Sport | Wagon | 1450x1840x4800 mm | 165 mm | |
Touring | Wagon | 1480x1840x4800 mm | 165 mm | |
Touring | Wagon | 1450x1840x4800 mm | 165 mm |
Mazda 6 2020 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2020 Mazda 6 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
Mazda 6 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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Sport | Sedan | 225x55 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 225x55 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
Sport | Sedan | 225x55 R17 | — | 225x55 R17 | — | |
Touring | Sedan | 225x55 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 225x55 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
Touring | Sedan | 225x55 R17 | — | 225x55 R17 | — | |
Sport | Wagon | 225x55 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 225x55 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
Sport | Wagon | 225x55 R17 | — | 225x55 R17 | — | |
Touring | Wagon | 225x55 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 225x55 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
Touring | Wagon | 225x55 R17 | — | 225x55 R17 | — |
Mazda 6 2020 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2020 Mazda 6 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Mazda 6 currently offers fuel consumption from 7 to 7.6L/100km. The Mazda 6 is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
Mazda 6 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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Atenza | Sedan | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 7.6L/100km | |
Atenza 100TH Anniversary | Sedan | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 7.6L/100km | |
Atenza | Wagon | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 7.6L/100km | |
Atenza 100TH Anniversary | Wagon | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 7.6L/100km |
Mazda 6 2020 Towing capacity
The Mazda 6’s towing capacity ranges from 1500kg to 1600kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Mazda 6 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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Sport | Sedan | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
Touring | Sedan | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
GT | Sedan | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
GT SP | Sedan | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1600kg | |
Sport | Wagon | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
Touring | Wagon | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
GT | Wagon | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
GT SP | Wagon | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1600kg |