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 2020 Mazda 6 is unchanged. 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, along with blind-spot alert, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. Other 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 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: $25,045 Touring: $27,645 Grand Touring: $30,745 Grand Touring Reserve: $33,245 Signature: $36,345 |
| 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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