Cons: Acceleration is only so-so with base engine; a little more road noise than some midsize sedans; ride is a bit taut for the class[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text]CG Says: The 2019 Mazda 6 gains standard blind-spot alert, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. The manual transmission option has been dropped. The Mazda 6’s model roster ascends through Sport, Touring, Grand Touring, and topline Grand Touring Reserve and Signature trim levels. Standard on Sport and Touring models is a 187-hp 2.5-liter naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder. Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, and Signature models come with a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder that makes 250 horsepower on premium gasoline and 227 hp on regular. Both engines are paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Mazda’s Smart City Brake Support system, which automatically applies the brakes to avoid collisions at speeds below 20 mph, is a standard feature. Available features include ventilated front seats, a 360-degree surround-view monitor, LED headlights, lane-departure warning, and head-up instrument display. The Mazda 6 is an athletic, fun-to-drive midsize sedan that is also roomy and practical. The 6’s lack of a higher-performance engine option was a shortcoming for many shoppers, but that has been addressed with the available turbocharged engine. The ritzy new Grand Touring Reserve and Signature trim levels make the Mazda 6 a more attractive option for entry-luxury sedan buyers as well.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][mk_content_box heading=”The Facts”][mk_table el_class=”new-review-specs”]
| Class | Midsize Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Mazda |
| Nation of Manufacture | Japan |
| Base Prices | Sport: $24,720 Touring: $27,320 Grand Touring: $30,420 Grand Touring Reserve: $32,920 Signature: $36,020 |
| Base Engine 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Sport, Touring) |
| Horsepower 187 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 26 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 35 |
| Optional Engine turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature) |
| Horsepower 250 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 23 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 31 |
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