Given thats its more than a 4 year design, it has aged VERY well, and exterior still looks modern, sleek, and sporty. Love the new front lights and grill!
I have had the Mazda 6 Signature for just over a month and am very happy with it. I love the subtle quality of this car. Everything works well and is not in your face. The seats are really comfortable and the driving position is just right for me. The heads-up display is clear, bright and useful. The car is quiet while cruising but has a subdued roar when you accelerate. You feel road imperfections but they are not harsh and feel controlled. The navigation system is a little crude compared to the new Honda system and does not show live traffic. However, it does show the location of red light and speed cameras and uses live traffic in the background to route you around bottle necks. When Apple Car Play becomes available this month, I will probably use that for Navigation. I have tested the Honda Accord 2.0T Touring and liked it but little things disturbed me about it. The passenger seat is only 4 way with no height adjustment and there are no USB ports in the back and no 360 camera. I also am not thrilled with the push button shifter. It is right next to the cup holders and spilled drinks could drip inside shorting things out. A car is a complicated vehicle and must be looked at holistically. Saying that, in my opinion the Mazda is just better than it's competitors.
I just leased a 2018 mazda 6. I like the car but i don't get how everyone raves about the handling. I preffered the ride of my 15 accord sport. I also bump my head on the headliner whenever i turn to back up.
The entire car is gorgeous. One of my co-workers drives a 2016 Mazda6 Sport & she is planning to upgrade to this new one & get ether the Grand Touring Reserve or Signature trim.
Just had a Signature as a loaner. I agree, it is a little soft off the line. But I think that it's torque management to save the trans from the abuse of 310 lb-ft that is more to blame. Not unusual for high torque FWD vehicles. 63-75 mph on a long interstate drive got me 35.7 mpg avg. Overall quite impressed.
Just bought a Mazda 6 Signature today. Traded my Durango in. Mine has Android Auto so I don't even care that the main infotainemnt is dated since I very rarely ever have to use it. Mine has the Parchment interior and it's just honestly beautiful! Cant wait to rack up the miles! The drive home today was averaging 33.8 mpg so no complaints at all!
The interior alone has already more "wow" factor than all of its competitors, in the end of day I will still pick this over the accord no matter how faster the accord is compared to this 6 probably because the 6 is already fast enough for a family car.
Mind you, this car is serious competition coming from a company that is a fraction the size of Toyota or Honda. Good job Mazda! I'm extremely excited to see all the new stuff they have planned for 2019 and beyond!
Michael Andrew I think they are probably going to make this refresh a 2019 model year too and probably a redesign for 2020. They are probably going to reveal the 2019 Mazda 3 first and then the 6.
And it's a fraction the size of Toyota and Honda for a reason. Ever wonder why? Because the reliability of Mazda comes dead last among the Japanese cars.
Unchainedmaple888 oh shut the fxxck up. so sick of faceless bubble heads like you giving your shxxty 2 cents. we all know mazda is a smaller company than toyota fxxck face.
0-60 times for the Mazda6 I believe is affected by the narrow and low grip tires, also, the Mazda only has 6 forward gears. However, the high amount of torque makes passing times quite fast, according to C&D it is faster than both the Accord 2.0T and Camry V6 in the passing tests 30-50 and 50-70mph.
I got mine on 12/18/2018. Midnight Blue Signature w/White Nappa Leather. It somehow looked like Blueberries & Creme to me. Named her, River. On road trips to L.A. from NorCal, I've had to hurriedly move ahead those who just don't get the whole I-5 open highway thing. That mid-torque, oh man, that's really where she shines. There's been at least three times where the car is so quick, runs so smooth, handles so well that I suddenly realize: I'm over 100, about to break 110/mph. Yet I only think I'm maybe pushing 90. You know, I don't look, just trying to put some distance between me and the chaos. And so, I just lift my foot off of the gas pedal, and let the radar cruise control take back over. Best feature ever btw. 🙌 😍 Well that and the air-cooled seats. 😆
I have had one of these since 2018 and it is now 2022. Excellent car! Great driving experience. Reliable with no mechanical issues whatsoever. The cooled seats might will be the best in the business. I have a 2021 Honda odyssey van and the cooled seats are only about half as effective as they are in this Mazda 6.
Drive this car in moderate traffic on the freeway. Putting down power and moving in and out of traffic is effortless for the car. The acceleration is refined and very smooth.
I spend 3hours every day driving to work and back, and I'd rather be in this car than a Camry or an Accord. The interior quality is far better and the road noise levels are like night and day against the Camry and Accord that feel like a John Deere tractor. From a subjective point of view, the exterior styling is timeless. Driving shouldn't be about traffic light show-downs so 0 - 60 times are irrelevant to me. That mid range usable torque and the ability to attack a corner wins hands down. This is the closest thing to a premium segment Audi, BMW or Mercedes but without the price tag. BTW. Apple Car Play and Android Auto connectivity are coming before the end of the year.
People that say driving is not about traffic lights show downs its not about 0-60 acceleration blah blah blah are the people that dont have fast enough cars to prevent people from passing them and cutting them off. Cars that are fast off the line are faster in the mid range "usable tourqe" area idiots like you tout. And handling is so bad in any of these fwd cars so i dont know what you people are talking about. Rear wheel drive is what good handling cars use for a reason. Do not try to corner fast in these camarys and mazda 6 your over confidence will get u into trouble. A 20 year old car will handle just as good as these. Every mazda 6 owner should buy a chip for this take it to a dyno tuner and add more boost to this and fuel and smooth out the power curve. I get 280 hp at 6000rpm and 340 ft lbs at 4500rpm. I smoke you nigga
Yeonhoo Kim it's a fierce competition I think. Mazda is using the best possible Japanese wood and some good materials in the interiors, a day will come it surpasses BMW in all sectors!
NOTE: I read a forum from someone that makes an excellent point: I do want to caution on the test drives here guys. There's a programming curve at play here on these new cars. Coming from the 2.5L OVTuned world, I understand how the engine works when it gets flashed for 93 Octane. It's a complete dog for the first 100 miles while the knock sensors adjust to their new standard of operation. While the programming ideology is nothing new, you do have to know what to expect from a motor that functions with these dynamic programming methods. When the new 2018s arrive on the lot, the ECU has no idea what kind of fuel is in the car since Mazda went the route of dynamic knock sensors. So over the time, the ECU first puts the ignition timing at a safe level when it arrive on the lot, and as miles are put on the car, it incrementally adjusts that ignition timing to create more power. It will continue to incrementally adjust that timing until the knock sensors determine threshold based on the fuel. Suffice to say, when you test drive one of these new 2018s, the power your experiencing, is not the actual power the engine puts out, so don't let it fool you. I will say, I was thoroughly disappointed in my test drive until I realized what the motor was doing. Today, with 800+ miles on the motor, I will say that thing is a different animal than the one I test drove -- granted I'm using 93, but the same theory I described above is true with 87. The engine has to first determine what kind of fuel you're using before it can really wake up. Just something to keep in mind when you're going for a test drive on these. Case and point, I could barely get the tires to spin from a stop, and now I can light them up in first gear. It's quite an amazing difference. This will help you future 2018 mazda owners. :)
The Foglights aren't removed, they are integrated into the Light cluster. Also, if the system is the same as my 2016 you can choose a variety of lane keep assist warnings. Rumble strips or the beeping.
Here in Europe we are very familiar with turbo engines last 8 years. And most car manufacturers sell cars here with a turbo engine. And that sounds positive but in real life it ain't that good. Most of the turbo's breaking down before 100.000 km. And replacing a turbo is very expensive. Other downsides are that most turbo engines are drinking more oil than gas and fuel effinciency dissapoints comparing to natural aspired. Sky activ and hybrid is way more reliable and are more fuel efficient.
Also, as someone who's only looking for a fun daily driver and not the fastest car in the segment, I don't feel the same disappoint a lot of y'all seem to be feeling. I wasn't expecting this to be anything like a Speed6. I'm super proud of Mazda for hanging in there with the big boys and actually producing an attractive, unique car. I hope they continue their move upmarket, because so far the results have been rather impressive. They're doing a lot for a company with a relatively small budget and limited R&D resources. This Mazda 6 (and as early as the 2016 CX-9) are definitely harbingers for the direction Mazda is heading, and I for one am stoked to see where they're going. And with all this focus on the turbo engine, people seem to be overlooking the base 2.5L for this car, the one with cylinder deactivation. Mazda is the ONLY car company in all of North America to even offer a 4cyl with this configuration. I think that's pretty noteworthy, and I would love to know more, but no one ever reviews the Sport and Touring trims. I don't get it. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
This car in my opinion has the best interior in its class. The exterior even looks better than both Camry and Accord. There was no wow factor in the Accord to me. Honestly we already have a top trim Pilot as well which I’m getting sick of. Me personally have lost interest in Hondas. We just picked up this Mazda 6 and we’re very happy with it.
Mazda’s have a kick down switch at the bottom of the pedal travel. You REALLY have to mash the gas in order to hit it. If you don’t hit it, the car will short shift before redline.
I owned the 09 Mazda 6 sport and loved the car and I can tell the interior looks amazing, I now drive a 2011 Honda EX-L model and I can say my Mazda drive a lot better . I will make my way back to Mazda because the quality to me is better. My opinion!!
zzzzz looks cheap and dated. The interior material looks great but the design and ergonomics are terrible. The start button is an eye sore sitting at that location and the horizontal suede “pillar” is ridiculous. It sticks out just because. Lame.
Its 2019 and I still own a 2009 Mazda 6 gs sport 4 cylinder with 190k miles and bought it used and I am still in love with it I'm never changing brands continue Mazda with the outstanding products great job with the cars. I haven't been through any trouble with my 6 yet only minor ones like basic servicing oil and breaks that's all plus the recalls. Always will be a 6 fanboy.🔥❤👍😊
I bought a 6 Signature six weeks ago and I am very happy with it so far. I choose it over the 2018 Camary (looked like it is trying to be a Transformer toy) and the 2018 Accord (nice, but could not get past it's pug nose styling). Coming from a 2006 Lexus IS250, the 6 has a better interior and power. Six weeks in and no problems what so ever. I actually preferred the 6 speed transmission over the Accord's 10 speed. The Accord's transmission always felt it was hunting for the correct gear while the Mazda used its higher torque to stay in the same gear when I punched the throttle. According to my dealer, Apple car play and Android Auto will be available for a free upgrade in July for customers that have already bought a 6 in the upper trim levels.
I prefer new cars to used and the 6 was in my price range. I also live about 2 hours away from my nearest Lexus dealer and my Mazda dealer is only about 20 minutes away, so I was tired of taking a whole day just to take my IS250 to the service dept or wait for them to get a driver to come pick my car up and drive it back to the dealer for service. Plus in 2009 I bought a RX350 for my wife at the same dealership and the business manager pulled a bait and switch con on me and charged me a 4% higher interest rate on my loan that I had agreed too without me noticing until after I signed the papers, then refused to tear up the papers unless I got a lawyer and sued. So no going back to that Lexus dealership for me ever!!!
Chuck Music Congrats man, such a beautiful and elegant car..i have few questions if you don't mind since you have the car for a good time. 1- how is the fuel economy? 2- have you noticed any turbo lag? 3- how comfortable it is? 4- last but not least can you describe the power, like can you tell it has that amount of torque? i have my eyes on this car but it's still not available here until 2019.
1. I've got about 1200 miles on it now. I live about 7 miles from my work and I have mostly done home to work and driving around my home town. I have not done any trips longer than 30-40 miles or any interstate travel with it since the day I bought it. So far I am getting about 22 mpg city using only 93 octane. However on a nearby flat 4-lane road I did average about 33 mpg at a steady 65 mph for about 20 miles. I expect the mpg to go up slightly when the engine gets more use. 2. I haven't really noticed any turbo lag since the turbo comes in at around a low 2000 RPM. The engine's exhaust manifold has a valve that almost shuts down the exhaust going to the turbo at low RPMs. This is like putting your thumb over the end of a water hose with the water running, when the thumb goes over, the water pressure goes up and goes from a trickle to a spray. The same thing happens with the Mazda's exhaust valve. The extra exhaust pressure spins up the turbo quicker and at a lower RPM so there is hardly any turbo lag at all. The valve opens at a set higher RPM so the turbo acts as normal from there up. There is little bit of lag if you mash the gas from idle which is about 800 RPM, but around 2000 and up, there is no lag. 3. Comfort is relative, but it is more comfortable and quiet than my old Lexus IS250 but not as environment numbing as a Lexus ES350. The new front seats are very comfortable and I could see myself driving for several hours at a time without having to take a break. But the handling performance of the car is balanced to make it more sporty feeling then "Rolls Royce" level comfort. 4. The power is very linear when the turbo kicks in at 2000 RPM and all the way to redline at 6000. I can be cruising at 50-60 mph and punch the throttle to pass a car, and the 6 turbo takes off and accelerates very well. I can feel the torque, but I just ended 12 years in a car that had about half as much torque as the 6 does. It's not like a car with 400+ HP, but for a small 4 cylinder in a 5 passenger 4 door sedan it's got enough power for me. Now if I were expecting power like out of a BMW M5 or AMG C63, I would be disappointed, but for its class, it has plenty of power. For a daily driver, it has more than enough power for normal uses, just don't expect it to be as powerful as sports sedans in higher classes. Hope this helps..
I got a mazda6 signature in soul red metallic/cream on black interior recently & I will say, this car... is incredible. I tested it against the Accord (2018 model) and it blows it out of the water re. interior materials and comfort + I liked the feel of the 2.5t engine/6 speed auto over the somewhat twitchy 2.0l/9 speed in the Accord.. I know its down on gears but the ratios and operation are fantastic. I really dont miss the extra gears. Also, the Mazda was much cheaper, and they gave me a set of winter tires, tint, full weather mats and a few other things for free, plus full interior protection/dents/rims/all glass (it has a heads up display) for nearly free as well. The dealer experience was also much better @ Mazda where I live. I am very happy with my decision.
Beautiful car! What's the big deal with Android Auto/Apple carplay? My car has those and I've used it maybe twice... Why do car reviewers seem to care so much for it? Bluetooth connection is more than enough for me to play music and take phone calls.
Jonathan A lol exactly! That's just some pansy shit. Camera quality too; as long as I can clearly see a kid or small animal behind me before backing up it's perfectly fine. This car didn't need a state of the art backup camera to rack up the price even more.
Sinister Veridicus Yes that's another thing. Who buys an economy family sedan to go drag racing anyway? The power on this is great for what it is. If you want a fast sedan get an M5 at 4 times the price. Or get a ~$600 tune for this Mazda and kick some serious ass.
when u drive sporty cars frequently u tend to think any car with below 300hp is inadequate. and I agree the regular 6 is decent on city roads and highway cruising. and the manual.. every reviewer complains about oooh how there isn't a manual with a turbo. NOBODY BUYS THEM EXCEPT 10 RUclips REVIEWERS who complain. so many reviewers need to first get in the mind of an average car buyer before saying anything.
100% True. Last year, I made the mistake of buying a brand new Dodge Charger Daytona, which turned out to be a nightmare. It had a HP gauge and I never even used half the horsepower it had. I mean the fastest you're supposed to go is 65 on the freeway, and after a very expensive speeding ticket, thats how fast I would go
I bought a 2018 Mazda Signature in Soul Crystal Red. The first one in Ontario Canada. 1st impression, amazing smooth ride! My only complaint is these Falkin All-season tires. With 310lbs of torque, these tires will spin if you lay down the hammer off the line. The car is begging for a good pair of Summer tires. Minor improvements would be to have digital tire pressure readouts if possible on Mazda's TPMS system. The lack of a wireless charging pad for your phone is also a nice to have. Otherwise, this car drives amazing almost like a much smaller car through the corners. 2018 improvements include a much quieter cabin through thicker glass and materials and the 19" Mazda Speed like wheels looks amazing. The interior takes allot of queues from the BMW 3 series.
If you are being sarcastic I apologize, if you are not then you don't drive. Try getting into a congested but fast moving traffic just turning right on stop sign, the traffic is moving at 50 mph. Yeah 0-60 matter.
I got mine a year and half ago and I absolutely love it. The front grill makes it look so classy and the minimalist interior is best in the mid size sedans. Especially with turbo it makes so easy to cut through the traffic at times. What mazda offers at this price no other brand can match the class.
One really cool thing most will never know is that the Signature has ambient lighting at night. It's not even mentioned in the car website, but owners have reported footwell and door pocket soft white lighting. That's in addition to using LED interior lighting throughout, which with the black headliner make the Signature feel so much more luxurious and warm to be in. I test drove both the Turbo GT and the Accord 2.0T. I loved the refinement of the Mazda and the turbo whine has a nice sound to it. But as you said in the Camry vs Accord review, the Accord is visceral. Louder, more potent, nervous. It speaks to you if you are looking for that sort of experience. Owners have also reported the engine needs several hundred miles to develop a broader performance due to how they tuned it. It needs time to read and understand the type of gas you decide to put in and figure out how to supply optimal power, so for a lot of car reviews, the actual tractability of the car will not be known to them as they're driving low mileage models. Not to mention from many reviews the 6 most excels at passing power, like 30-70. I did find its sweet spot there myself during test driving. I also found the 6 handled better, was more responsive and linear in the steering department. The Accord (which I own now) is more synthetic and artificially more weighted. It's a disappointment at times to me. I still went Accord because I wanted new tech gadgets and powertrain experiences which, after owning 2 Mazdas, I was ready to try out. I do miss a few features that made the Signature so damn good, like the ventilated seats which actually cool within 5 seconds due to their inverse design, the black headliner and the ambient lighting. Lastly, too bad you were given a white paint one. I really think white does not fit Mazdas because of their design. I wish they gave you the Soul Red Crystal. But that's just the nature of vehicle reviews, you take what you can get.
Our 2014.5xlecamry is dk blue mica pearl,ash leather int. Seats and cabin are comfortable, tinted with window rain visors, what a beautiful car, my 2001 has 210000 and still running strong ,nothing beats Toyota quality!
not really , id still take gen 2 over this crap had them parked side by side in same color... the gen 2 won everytime , by a group of 30 car guys and bunch of woman
I own a 16 mazda 6 GT and it is a great driving, sexy car. It's a pleasure to drive on long trips. The brand uses a regular 6 speed transmission because they have tweaked the engine to be near the top in the segment in gas mileage. I don't know why he keeps complaining about not having a eight speed.
It’s certainly the looker of the group, but they all look pretty great to me. I just wish it had more up to date infotainment and gauges. No Android Auto and the nav system seems outdated. Also love how the gauge cluster changes on the Accord when you put it in Sport mode. Still a really nice car.
even as a hardcore toyota fanboy, I cant deny mazda has been killing it in the aesthetics department the last couple of generations. i've always wanted to see what they would come up with if they made a full on sports car around the size/power of an m5.
I’m all for it but I have to say it “that’s not how you accelerate in day to day driving.. brake torquing with traction control off. This car was definitely tuned for everyday driving over drag strip performance, and that’s where it shines, especially with all that torque.
Renting a 6. Wow..it really can go quite well and the steering is top notch. Plus it's well equipped with lane keep and laser cruise. 360 parking and more power only make the new one even more lovable.
I just took delivery of a soul red metallic 2018 mazda6 signature, cream on black interior + 2.5t engine. I absolutely love it, test drove a few different mid-size cars when I got it, and preferred the isolated cabin/cabin materials + the way the engine/transmission work in such smooth harmony. The heads-up display is also pretty cool :)
Well done Mazda....this beats Accord and Camry at their own game, particularly in the styling department! Yes, it may be an older design, but by far, more sleek and well balanced over the other two! And will still look better in 2020 by the time a redesign comes. The others may have better power trains and faster engines but most drivers could care less. The Accord is a big let down from the ‘17MY design, which I felt was much better.
I really enjoyed the review. As a taller guy I was dissappointed with the Accord Sport 2.0t. my right knee was jammed into the console. The 6 had more legroom for me and felt more engaging in the twisties. Now I'll wait for Android auto.
Benjamin Williams For someone like me, those numbers are meaningless. The issue with the Accord for me was how the console where the ignition switch is at is low. If the console stayed a little narrower and flared at the top less, my kneecap would be in front of dead space. I also where 14 shoes which eats up space as well. The Mazda 6 pedals and console are laid out better in regards to my size.
I literally purchased my 17.5 because of Redline review. I just couldn’t wait for 18 because I’m an impatient dope. Still I love the redline series. Great job again!
Sofyan: This is why I subscribed! Another good honest review . In your opening statement you said Mazda was forced to add more power; obviously their hearts weren't in it. What Mazda needs and what I would buy would be a blacked out, balls to the wall supercharged, all-wheel drive 8 speed, flared fendered, 20" wheel wearing sticky summer tires....Mazdaspeed 6. Do I have any takers...Hell I'm 71 years old and I love to drive!!!!
Dwight Watts they wasn't forced. They weren't using Ford's v6 motor anymore, so they made the turbo for the 6... gayboi does know what he's talking about
This engine is meant for comfort not for 0-60 times. They toned it down on purpose to provide you the luxury and smooth feel of the turbo with less engine or turbo noise. It provides you the linear and smooth power !
maurice benton I hate it when he says that he is disappointed.... like this is a family car. 1 sec or half a second slower than accord doesnt really make any difference in the real world.
Aman Rajput I think you may be correct that Mazda intentionally "toned down" the turbo performance. When I drove them back to back I was surprised to find the Mazda6 felt more like the Camry naturally aspirated V6 than the Accord 2.0L turbo. Handling was better than the Toyota and equal to (or a smidge better) than the Accord. Could be that Mazda benchmarked the Camry as its chief competitor and wanted the turbo to act more like a "family" car than the Accord.
I like the reviews here. But, one thing I've heard here and elsewhere is that this car should have a 10- speed automatic transmission. This car with 300+ lbft of torque - over a wide RPM range does NOT need a 10 speed automatic transmission! That is ridiculous. Even my non-turbo Mazda6 (making less torque) doesn't need a 10-speed transmission. Now, I've always said that the 5-speed manual Mazda3 (2006) I had, should have an extra gear - an additional overdrive for highway driving because I felt the car should get more than 32 MPG on the highway. My Mazda6 (2015) gets better gas milage than that (34 MPG on the highway). Seriously, no one driving a Mazda6 Turbo could honestly say that there's some problematic ratio between any two gears where an additional gears are needed. What's next, people exclaiming that this car would be better, "If only it had a '20-speed' auto transmission"? Okay, and exactly how would that make this car better? How would even a 10-speed auto trans make this car better? The difference between 2,500 RPM and 2,900 RPM (for example) does not require a gear change in this car. The torque power band in this engine covers a wide RPM range. For this particular car, a 6-speed transmission is perfectly fine. No one is going to be towing 10,000 lbs up and over mountains with this car. (People don't remember or didn't know that cars used to come with 2-speed and 3-speed automatic transmissions, that's why "4 on the floor" was a big deal. But, the talk about this car needing a 10-speed automatic transmission should stop.) My venting is over. ☺️
Great video and review. I think the Mazda 6 is the best looking car in its segment, also nice to have all those standard features, plus looks very upscale for the price in this trim!
No way I would exchange this car with the Accord or the Caney, this is the best in this segment. That turbo power is more than enough to my driving pleasure. Weldone Mazda for bringing the Turbo in this very appealing car.🥰🥰🏎🏎👏👏
the accord 10 speed really helps with the acceleration vs the mazda's 6 speed. 10 speed is nice but I feel like those might be more prone to problems later in life with so many more "moving parts". also with Mazda's is a low volume brand so they don't have as big as a parts bin to play with.
i love mine, the car is gorgeous compared to the rivals, and the interior is way above the rest, the ride quality is very good and comfy. Im so happy with mine.
9:05 Actually, In European and in Mediterranean countries these and the wagon versions are the most popular choice for family cars. We also often call them executive or "manager" sedans since there aren't many full size sedans sold here. Really nice car.
You are right. In Germany we've had the Mazda 6 wagon as a very popular family car. Gas prices are too high to own giant SUVs (Stupid Useless Vehicle) left to right like in the states.
I got the car, I disagree with Sofyan's view on the acceleration. From a standstill, the car is definitely quick and you feel the low end torque, as it easily lights up the tires but once you get past 80mph, the car sort of falls on its face. It really lacks horsepower and torque at the higher rpms.Hopefully there will be some aftermarket tunes you can get for this car. I will data log with a boost gauge soon to see if boost is tapering at the higher rpms. Something I suspect it is doing.
I just got a 2018 Mazda 6. Isn't as zippy as I expected but very comfortable and fuel efficient. Only got 31 to 37 mpg on each fuel up. Like how the middle section basically extends arm rest all the way up.
FTWinnick Depends on your point of view. If you were already a fan, your attitude is "don't mess with it too much." If you aren't, it may not look any different. I think the front end change is perfect. Even fans of the 911 will admit that it's barely changed in 7 years, while others who hate it will say it hasn't changed in 55 years. To each their own.
Strange how this beautiful Mazda always gets trashed because of 6.4s 0-60 time despite the fact that some “sport” sedans like Lexus IS350 only do 0-60 in about 6 seconds despite having AWD + big V6... People will never be happy no matter what. P.S. the best review and analysis of Mazda6 is the one from SavageGeese.
The ventilated seats are different and better because they pull heat away instead of blowing on you like the other brands which can build up moister. The screen isn’t the same as it’s 8” now and not 7”. Mazda doesn’t add a pano moon roof because it adds unnecessary weight and compromises safety.
I love the new heater controls, I have driven the new updated mazda 6 but only the non turbo version, they have changed the suspension and steering as I could feel the difference, just drives so much better and even the engine is more responsive (non turbo version). They also moved that digital air bag display up near the rear view mirror to clean it up a bit down where the heater controls are and I looks so much cleaner now. That sounds a little strange.. Boot space is about the same as a honda civic.. A honda Civic is like half the size lol... The Mazda 2 sedan has a huge boot, I'd love to see the size of that next the the mazda 6....
Conclusion We try hard not to pick favorites at Torque News. In this segment, the Audi A4, Toyota Camry XSE V6, Honda Accord 2.0T Touring are all excellent choices. However, ours would be the Mazda6 Signature. We would strongly recommend that shoppers for a midsize premium sedan consider the Mazda6 before over-spending on one of the brands on which the automakers and auto media collude to consider somehow better than the mainstream brands. Spending more for a great car in this category is an exercise in vanity. This Mazda6 proves it.
Not sure why you didn't mention that Android Auto and Carplay will be available. It was announced. I actually enjoy the growl of my 2.5 NA engine. If the turbo is the same then I'm happy. :) And Mazda's design is the most cohesive IMO. Camry and Accord both felt cheaper to me. And that red Camry interior lacks elegance. Otherwise as usual, nice review.
The 2018-2022 Accord looks like a ugly cybernetic bug, it's trying to hard to look futuristic, and Honda knew that so they toned the look of the 2023 Accord down... Only problem is they went too far down and now the 2023 accord looks like an emaciated 2011 Ford Taurus. They just aren't that good looking to me, I guess they look better then the new Hyundai's and Toyota's but that's not saying much... Also they are just Accords and everyone's uncle/aunt owns one, you walk out into a parking lot and there's 20 other Accords parked around it. The 6 is far far far FAR more rare to see on the road compared to the Accord! I see WAY more Mercedes C, E, and S-class vehicles in my area then I ever see these newer Mazda 6's, I see more Porsche 911's then newer 6's!!! The Mazda 6 imo looks more grown up, luxurious... It has body lines for days that look sculpted by hand and not designed in a computer program like the Accord and almost everything else on the road. The Mazda dare I say looks as timeless in the face and body as a Maserati, meanwhile the Accord is... an Accord, witch is about as timeless as a Camry or Chevy Malibu. In 20 years I can see someone collecting and restoring the 6 in this video! While tossing the Accord in a scrap yard to rust away like the ten's of million of 90's and early 2000's Accords currently in them, or sat on a used lot on the side of the highway selling for 3-5k because there's nothing at all rare or special about a Honda if your not talking about a S2000... The Accord is nothing like a S2000... IDK whats more fill in the gap, basic, boring, or worthy of the tile of generic background car that get crushed by a rock in a Marvel movie other then the: Accord, Camry, or Altima other then maybe their compact counterparts the Corolla, Civic and Sentra. There is nothing appealing about any of them and they become dated within a single year of a new generation coming out because everyone else on your block is buying one the same time as you. The Mazda manages to stand out in a crowded parking lot, the Accord just blends in to a point you might accidentally try and get into someone else's car thinking its yours.
@@omarh4694 Not sure what he's talking about, the only thing I can think of is new cars are harder to fix on because of all the computers and sensors. Also dont let them fool you, change your transmission fluid even if you have sky tech.
You can now update Apple CarPlay on this car free from the dealerships. I know some people don’t care but I don’t mainly for maps with Apple. Also I love the music app for iPhones. I love the new accord but something about this car draws me more to it
Given thats its more than a 4 year design, it has aged VERY well, and exterior still looks modern, sleek, and sporty. Love the new front lights and grill!
Its a 6 year design now and still looks great
@@Giordano1998 It's only been 2 years and I already hate the look of the Camry, Accord and Sonata.
I have had the Mazda 6 Signature for just over a month and am very happy with it. I love the subtle quality of this car. Everything works well and is not in your face. The seats are really comfortable and the driving position is just right for me. The heads-up display is clear, bright and useful. The car is quiet while cruising but has a subdued roar when you accelerate. You feel road imperfections but they are not harsh and feel controlled. The navigation system is a little crude compared to the new Honda system and does not show live traffic. However, it does show the location of red light and speed cameras and uses live traffic in the background to route you around bottle necks. When Apple Car Play becomes available this month, I will probably use that for Navigation. I have tested the Honda Accord 2.0T Touring and liked it but little things disturbed me about it. The passenger seat is only 4 way with no height adjustment and there are no USB ports in the back and no 360 camera. I also am not thrilled with the push button shifter. It is right next to the cup holders and spilled drinks could drip inside shorting things out. A car is a complicated vehicle and must be looked at holistically. Saying that, in my opinion the Mazda is just better than it's competitors.
You are right my man 4 years later. I just picked up a 2015 at 40,000KM. At 17,000 CAD.
If I was buying a midsize. I would go Mazda6 over Camry and Accord. That front is gorgeous!
K P Hell naw, that new 2018 Toyota Camry is sexy lol. Combine that with number 1 reliability? Just my opinion though haha
nope accord is way better
I just leased a 2018 mazda 6. I like the car but i don't get how everyone raves about the handling. I preffered the ride of my 15 accord sport. I also bump my head on the headliner whenever i turn to back up.
The Toyota Camry is sexy? Are you fat and from Ohio by any chance?
The entire car is gorgeous. One of my co-workers drives a 2016 Mazda6 Sport & she is planning to upgrade to this new one & get ether the Grand Touring Reserve or Signature trim.
I love that exterior. Not overly-designed and just pure elegance and sportiness in perfect harmony.
Just had a Signature as a loaner. I agree, it is a little soft off the line. But I think that it's torque management to save the trans from the abuse of 310 lb-ft that is more to blame. Not unusual for high torque FWD vehicles. 63-75 mph on a long interstate drive got me 35.7 mpg avg. Overall quite impressed.
Just bought a Mazda 6 Signature today. Traded my Durango in. Mine has Android Auto so I don't even care that the main infotainemnt is dated since I very rarely ever have to use it. Mine has the Parchment interior and it's just honestly beautiful! Cant wait to rack up the miles! The drive home today was averaging 33.8 mpg so no complaints at all!
The interior alone has already more "wow" factor than all of its competitors, in the end of day I will still pick this over the accord no matter how faster the accord is compared to this 6 probably because the 6 is already fast enough for a family car.
Mind you, this car is serious competition coming from a company that is a fraction the size of Toyota or Honda. Good job Mazda! I'm extremely excited to see all the new stuff they have planned for 2019 and beyond!
Michael Andrew I think they are probably going to make this refresh a 2019 model year too and probably a redesign for 2020. They are probably going to reveal the 2019 Mazda 3 first and then the 6.
Michael Andrew Maybe. Makes sense to me
And it's a fraction the size of Toyota and Honda for a reason. Ever wonder why? Because the reliability of Mazda comes dead last among the Japanese cars.
Unchainedmaple888
oh shut the fxxck up. so sick of faceless bubble heads like you giving your shxxty 2 cents. we all know mazda is a smaller company than toyota fxxck face.
Fawk Yu
excactly. and this car is completely inferior to the accord in every measurable way.
6 has the best 50-70 time. More important to me than 0-60 times.
0-60 times for the Mazda6 I believe is affected by the narrow and low grip tires, also, the Mazda only has 6 forward gears. However, the high amount of torque makes passing times quite fast, according to C&D it is faster than both the Accord 2.0T and Camry V6 in the passing tests 30-50 and 50-70mph.
I got mine on 12/18/2018. Midnight Blue Signature w/White Nappa Leather. It somehow looked like Blueberries & Creme to me. Named her, River. On road trips to L.A. from NorCal, I've had to hurriedly move ahead those who just don't get the whole I-5 open highway thing. That mid-torque, oh man, that's really where she shines. There's been at least three times where the car is so quick, runs so smooth, handles so well that I suddenly realize: I'm over 100, about to break 110/mph. Yet I only think I'm maybe pushing 90. You know, I don't look, just trying to put some distance between me and the chaos. And so, I just lift my foot off of the gas pedal, and let the radar cruise control take back over. Best feature ever btw. 🙌 😍 Well that and the air-cooled seats. 😆
I have had one of these since 2018 and it is now 2022. Excellent car! Great driving experience. Reliable with no mechanical issues whatsoever. The cooled seats might will be the best in the business. I have a 2021 Honda odyssey van and the cooled seats are only about half as effective as they are in this Mazda 6.
Drive this car in moderate traffic on the freeway. Putting down power and moving in and out of traffic is effortless for the car. The acceleration is refined and very smooth.
God damn the Mazda front grill is my favorite, especially on the CX9 and Mazda 6. It just looks so classy and clean
It also has a chrome light on the GT 2016 like mine but took it out for the 2018 models
I spend 3hours every day driving to work and back, and I'd rather be in this car than a Camry or an Accord. The interior quality is far better and the road noise levels are like night and day against the Camry and Accord that feel like a John Deere tractor. From a subjective point of view, the exterior styling is timeless. Driving shouldn't be about traffic light show-downs so 0 - 60 times are irrelevant to me. That mid range usable torque and the ability to attack a corner wins hands down. This is the closest thing to a premium segment Audi, BMW or Mercedes but without the price tag. BTW. Apple Car Play and Android Auto connectivity are coming before the end of the year.
Aeroadster Savagegeese did a much better job reviewing this car.
Aeroadster I agree with you 100% e pelt the camera lame and tech... otherwise better than the rest... wish they have 8 proved the teach and camera
My 2018 Mazda6 has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Very well put!
People that say driving is not about traffic lights show downs its not about 0-60 acceleration blah blah blah are the people that dont have fast enough cars to prevent people from passing them and cutting them off. Cars that are fast off the line are faster in the mid range "usable tourqe" area idiots like you tout. And handling is so bad in any of these fwd cars so i dont know what you people are talking about. Rear wheel drive is what good handling cars use for a reason. Do not try to corner fast in these camarys and mazda 6 your over confidence will get u into trouble. A 20 year old car will handle just as good as these. Every mazda 6 owner should buy a chip for this take it to a dyno tuner and add more boost to this and fuel and smooth out the power curve. I get 280 hp at 6000rpm and 340 ft lbs at 4500rpm. I smoke you nigga
Five years ago today! This still my first car.
Interior looks like that of a BMW. Well done mazda, a luxury car at the price of a midsize car.
Not in the Netherlands. Some versions are more expensive than a VW, Audi and some other brands.
Better interior than a BMW
For me, the interior looks more like a Lexus
Yeonhoo Kim it's a fierce competition I think. Mazda is using the best possible Japanese wood and some good materials in the interiors, a day will come it surpasses BMW in all sectors!
kamata93 I think that it's a non-EU product so, perhaps they have more taxes on them.
The Mazda6 is improving with each generation. Right up there at the top of the segment
NOTE: I read a forum from someone that makes an excellent point: I do want to caution on the test drives here guys. There's a programming curve at play here on these new cars. Coming from the 2.5L OVTuned world, I understand how the engine works when it gets flashed for 93 Octane. It's a complete dog for the first 100 miles while the knock sensors adjust to their new standard of operation. While the programming ideology is nothing new, you do have to know what to expect from a motor that functions with these dynamic programming methods.
When the new 2018s arrive on the lot, the ECU has no idea what kind of fuel is in the car since Mazda went the route of dynamic knock sensors. So over the time, the ECU first puts the ignition timing at a safe level when it arrive on the lot, and as miles are put on the car, it incrementally adjusts that ignition timing to create more power. It will continue to incrementally adjust that timing until the knock sensors determine threshold based on the fuel.
Suffice to say, when you test drive one of these new 2018s, the power your experiencing, is not the actual power the engine puts out, so don't let it fool you. I will say, I was thoroughly disappointed in my test drive until I realized what the motor was doing. Today, with 800+ miles on the motor, I will say that thing is a different animal than the one I test drove -- granted I'm using 93, but the same theory I described above is true with 87. The engine has to first determine what kind of fuel you're using before it can really wake up.
Just something to keep in mind when you're going for a test drive on these. Case and point, I could barely get the tires to spin from a stop, and now I can light them up in first gear. It's quite an amazing difference.
This will help you future 2018 mazda owners. :)
TH3REDSP1R1T thanks for the tip that helps me out, I’m excited to try one of these out and will keep that in mind
Finally I've been waiting for this for a long time, thanks redline reviews!
The Foglights aren't removed, they are integrated into the Light cluster. Also, if the system is the same as my 2016 you can choose a variety of lane keep assist warnings. Rumble strips or the beeping.
They need to stop playin and put that turbo into the Mazda 3
Ty _ Turbocharged mazda3? That would be good.
Here in Europe we are very familiar with turbo engines last 8 years. And most car manufacturers sell cars here with a turbo engine. And that sounds positive but in real life it ain't that good. Most of the turbo's breaking down before 100.000 km. And replacing a turbo is very expensive. Other downsides are that most turbo engines are drinking more oil than gas and fuel effinciency dissapoints comparing to natural aspired.
Sky activ and hybrid is way more reliable and are more fuel efficient.
Agreed
2019 Mazda 3 is getting the new Skyactiv-X engine, which is supposed to deliver power like a turbo charged gas engine, and mileage like a diesel.
redwhite_040 breaking down at 60k miles????
I myself have a Mazda 6 model 2014, but this 2018 model is the masterpiece of Mazda's company, Ivy Darin💕💕💕
I got mine yesterday, man she's a beauty. Camera needs to be upgraded. I'm so happy!
Oh addition, services told me that they updated my software for apple play and Google play but I haven't gotten to get that work yet.
Also, as someone who's only looking for a fun daily driver and not the fastest car in the segment, I don't feel the same disappoint a lot of y'all seem to be feeling. I wasn't expecting this to be anything like a Speed6. I'm super proud of Mazda for hanging in there with the big boys and actually producing an attractive, unique car. I hope they continue their move upmarket, because so far the results have been rather impressive. They're doing a lot for a company with a relatively small budget and limited R&D resources. This Mazda 6 (and as early as the 2016 CX-9) are definitely harbingers for the direction Mazda is heading, and I for one am stoked to see where they're going.
And with all this focus on the turbo engine, people seem to be overlooking the base 2.5L for this car, the one with cylinder deactivation. Mazda is the ONLY car company in all of North America to even offer a 4cyl with this configuration. I think that's pretty noteworthy, and I would love to know more, but no one ever reviews the Sport and Touring trims. I don't get it. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Best looking mid size sedan.
That car is just stunning. You could put a Jaguar badge on it and it wouldn't look out of place. Would definitely have this over a Camry or Accord.
TheJoeMB my uncle just got one of these the other day I thought it was a jag til I seen the Mazda badge 😭
If you see a car swerving behind you, it's probably Sofyan 😂
musicman12347 or me 🤣😂😂
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Looks gorgeous inside and out. Mazda have such a nice lineup of products.
JDM Guy if only they brought the Mazda 2 over
cars junk please never buy one.. save yourself the failure and $$$$ pit it will become..
This car in my opinion has the best interior in its class. The exterior even looks better than both Camry and Accord.
There was no wow factor in the Accord to me. Honestly we already have a top trim Pilot as well which I’m getting sick of. Me personally have lost interest in Hondas. We just picked up this Mazda 6 and we’re very happy with it.
The Mazda 6 signature out classes the Toyota and Honda in every aspect....come on, not surprised that the North America can't see that.
Mazda’s have a kick down switch at the bottom of the pedal travel. You REALLY have to mash the gas in order to hit it. If you don’t hit it, the car will short shift before redline.
Should’ve also brought the awd version to the US, too.
Mazda did a really good job with those headlights and taillights!
if you like rear bumper reflectors..lol front looks just ok rear looks like crap..
I owned the 09 Mazda 6 sport and loved the car and I can tell the interior looks amazing, I now drive a 2011 Honda EX-L model and I can say my Mazda drive a lot better . I will make my way back to Mazda because the quality to me is better. My opinion!!
i wouldnt ,,, it only got worse... 09 was when it was a better car.. past 50,000 you will only get upset with the mazda
Looks the best in it's class.
Explore with Rick nah
Nah. Cant even compete with accord or camry
zzzzz looks cheap and dated. The interior material looks great but the design and ergonomics are terrible. The start button is an eye sore sitting at that location and the horizontal suede “pillar” is ridiculous. It sticks out just because. Lame.
Yup, much more elegant than the Camcord overstyled middle america junkers.
This and the accord are imo
Its 2019 and I still own a 2009 Mazda 6 gs sport 4 cylinder with 190k miles and bought it used and I am still in love with it I'm never changing brands continue Mazda with the outstanding products great job with the cars. I haven't been through any trouble with my 6 yet only minor ones like basic servicing oil and breaks that's all plus the recalls. Always will be a 6 fanboy.🔥❤👍😊
I bought a 6 Signature six weeks ago and I am very happy with it so far. I choose it over the 2018 Camary (looked like it is trying to be a Transformer toy) and the 2018 Accord (nice, but could not get past it's pug nose styling). Coming from a 2006 Lexus IS250, the 6 has a better interior and power. Six weeks in and no problems what so ever. I actually preferred the 6 speed transmission over the Accord's 10 speed. The Accord's transmission always felt it was hunting for the correct gear while the Mazda used its higher torque to stay in the same gear when I punched the throttle.
According to my dealer, Apple car play and Android Auto will be available for a free upgrade in July for customers that have already bought a 6 in the upper trim levels.
I prefer new cars to used and the 6 was in my price range. I also live about 2 hours away from my nearest Lexus dealer and my Mazda dealer is only about 20 minutes away, so I was tired of taking a whole day just to take my IS250 to the service dept or wait for them to get a driver to come pick my car up and drive it back to the dealer for service. Plus in 2009 I bought a RX350 for my wife at the same dealership and the business manager pulled a bait and switch con on me and charged me a 4% higher interest rate on my loan that I had agreed too without me noticing until after I signed the papers, then refused to tear up the papers unless I got a lawyer and sued. So no going back to that Lexus dealership for me ever!!!
Chuck Music Congrats man, such a beautiful and elegant car..i have few questions if you don't mind since you have the car for a good time.
1- how is the fuel economy?
2- have you noticed any turbo lag?
3- how comfortable it is?
4- last but not least can you describe the power, like can you tell it has that amount of torque?
i have my eyes on this car but it's still not available here until 2019.
1. I've got about 1200 miles on it now. I live about 7 miles from my work and I have mostly done home to work and driving around my home town. I have not done any trips longer than 30-40 miles or any interstate travel with it since the day I bought it. So far I am getting about 22 mpg city using only 93 octane. However on a nearby flat 4-lane road I did average about 33 mpg at a steady 65 mph for about 20 miles. I expect the mpg to go up slightly when the engine gets more use.
2. I haven't really noticed any turbo lag since the turbo comes in at around a low 2000 RPM. The engine's exhaust manifold has a valve that almost shuts down the exhaust going to the turbo at low RPMs. This is like putting your thumb over the end of a water hose with the water running, when the thumb goes over, the water pressure goes up and goes from a trickle to a spray. The same thing happens with the Mazda's exhaust valve. The extra exhaust pressure spins up the turbo quicker and at a lower RPM so there is hardly any turbo lag at all. The valve opens at a set higher RPM so the turbo acts as normal from there up. There is little bit of lag if you mash the gas from idle which is about 800 RPM, but around 2000 and up, there is no lag.
3. Comfort is relative, but it is more comfortable and quiet than my old Lexus IS250 but not as environment numbing as a Lexus ES350. The new front seats are very comfortable and I could see myself driving for several hours at a time without having to take a break. But the handling performance of the car is balanced to make it more sporty feeling then "Rolls Royce" level comfort.
4. The power is very linear when the turbo kicks in at 2000 RPM and all the way to redline at 6000. I can be cruising at 50-60 mph and punch the throttle to pass a car, and the 6 turbo takes off and accelerates very well. I can feel the torque, but I just ended 12 years in a car that had about half as much torque as the 6 does. It's not like a car with 400+ HP, but for a small 4 cylinder in a 5 passenger 4 door sedan it's got enough power for me. Now if I were expecting power like out of a BMW M5 or AMG C63, I would be disappointed, but for its class, it has plenty of power. For a daily driver, it has more than enough power for normal uses, just don't expect it to be as powerful as sports sedans in higher classes.
Hope this helps..
Fuel economy I have is 9.8L/100km - There is no turbo lag.
Chuck Music Thank you so much for your time and effort, i really appreciate it.
I got a mazda6 signature in soul red metallic/cream on black interior recently & I will say, this car... is incredible. I tested it against the Accord (2018 model) and it blows it out of the water re. interior materials and comfort + I liked the feel of the 2.5t engine/6 speed auto over the somewhat twitchy 2.0l/9 speed in the Accord.. I know its down on gears but the ratios and operation are fantastic. I really dont miss the extra gears. Also, the Mazda was much cheaper, and they gave me a set of winter tires, tint, full weather mats and a few other things for free, plus full interior protection/dents/rims/all glass (it has a heads up display) for nearly free as well. The dealer experience was also much better @ Mazda where I live. I am very happy with my decision.
Beautiful car! What's the big deal with Android Auto/Apple carplay? My car has those and I've used it maybe twice... Why do car reviewers seem to care so much for it? Bluetooth connection is more than enough for me to play music and take phone calls.
Jonathan A lol exactly! That's just some pansy shit. Camera quality too; as long as I can clearly see a kid or small animal behind me before backing up it's perfectly fine. This car didn't need a state of the art backup camera to rack up the price even more.
Prince Charming I agree. As long as there is navigation, bluetooth or aux cord, I'm good.
Sinister Veridicus Yes that's another thing. Who buys an economy family sedan to go drag racing anyway? The power on this is great for what it is. If you want a fast sedan get an M5 at 4 times the price. Or get a ~$600 tune for this Mazda and kick some serious ass.
when u drive sporty cars frequently u tend to think any car with below 300hp is inadequate. and I agree the regular 6 is decent on city roads and highway cruising. and the manual.. every reviewer complains about oooh how there isn't a manual with a turbo. NOBODY BUYS THEM EXCEPT 10 RUclips REVIEWERS who complain. so many reviewers need to first get in the mind of an average car buyer before saying anything.
100% True. Last year, I made the mistake of buying a brand new Dodge Charger Daytona, which turned out to be a nightmare. It had a HP gauge and I never even used half the horsepower it had. I mean the fastest you're supposed to go is 65 on the freeway, and after a very expensive speeding ticket, thats how fast I would go
I bought a 2018 Mazda Signature in Soul Crystal Red. The first one in Ontario Canada. 1st impression, amazing smooth ride! My only complaint is these Falkin All-season tires. With 310lbs of torque, these tires will spin if you lay down the hammer off the line. The car is begging for a good pair of Summer tires. Minor improvements would be to have digital tire pressure readouts if possible on Mazda's TPMS system. The lack of a wireless charging pad for your phone is also a nice to have. Otherwise, this car drives amazing almost like a much smaller car through the corners. 2018 improvements include a much quieter cabin through thicker glass and materials and the 19" Mazda Speed like wheels looks amazing. The interior takes allot of queues from the BMW 3 series.
OMG u can't please everyone... The power is more than enough and I'll definitely be happy with it!
When the old speed 6 had a 0-60 in 5.6 and awd 12 years ago....yeah this is a disappointment.
swollenmadman16 it's not a speed 6
I do know that. but for a 12 year newer car this should had made more power.
Family sedan (0-60mph ? )stupid.
If you are being sarcastic I apologize, if you are not then you don't drive.
Try getting into a congested but fast moving traffic just turning right on stop sign, the traffic is moving at 50 mph. Yeah 0-60 matter.
I got mine a year and half ago and I absolutely love it. The front grill makes it look so classy and the minimalist interior is best in the mid size sedans. Especially with turbo it makes so easy to cut through the traffic at times. What mazda offers at this price no other brand can match the class.
I absolutely love the changes they made to the interior! My 2017 is very nice but the 18 is on a whole other level.
Drove a 2020 6 Signature this past weekend and was very impressed. Handling was great and has most if not all creature comforts.
Just bought one. I love it.
Nowhere in the auto world can you find this type of high-end styling without going up to the 60 and 70 grand category.
One really cool thing most will never know is that the Signature has ambient lighting at night. It's not even mentioned in the car website, but owners have reported footwell and door pocket soft white lighting. That's in addition to using LED interior lighting throughout, which with the black headliner make the Signature feel so much more luxurious and warm to be in.
I test drove both the Turbo GT and the Accord 2.0T. I loved the refinement of the Mazda and the turbo whine has a nice sound to it. But as you said in the Camry vs Accord review, the Accord is visceral. Louder, more potent, nervous. It speaks to you if you are looking for that sort of experience.
Owners have also reported the engine needs several hundred miles to develop a broader performance due to how they tuned it. It needs time to read and understand the type of gas you decide to put in and figure out how to supply optimal power, so for a lot of car reviews, the actual tractability of the car will not be known to them as they're driving low mileage models. Not to mention from many reviews the 6 most excels at passing power, like 30-70.
I did find its sweet spot there myself during test driving.
I also found the 6 handled better, was more responsive and linear in the steering department. The Accord (which I own now) is more synthetic and artificially more weighted. It's a disappointment at times to me.
I still went Accord because I wanted new tech gadgets and powertrain experiences which, after owning 2 Mazdas, I was ready to try out. I do miss a few features that made the Signature so damn good, like the ventilated seats which actually cool within 5 seconds due to their inverse design, the black headliner and the ambient lighting.
Lastly, too bad you were given a white paint one. I really think white does not fit Mazdas because of their design. I wish they gave you the Soul Red Crystal. But that's just the nature of vehicle reviews, you take what you can get.
Our 2014.5xlecamry is dk blue mica pearl,ash leather int. Seats and cabin are comfortable, tinted with window rain visors, what a beautiful car, my 2001 has 210000 and still running strong ,nothing beats Toyota quality!
This is such a gorgeous car! The front is so sexy!
Wtf
not really , id still take gen 2 over this crap had them parked side by side in same color... the gen 2 won everytime , by a group of 30 car guys and bunch of woman
I own a 16 mazda 6 GT and it is a great driving, sexy car. It's a pleasure to drive on long trips. The brand uses a regular 6 speed transmission because they have tweaked the engine to be near the top in the segment in gas mileage. I don't know why he keeps complaining about not having a eight speed.
I'd rather prefer this Mazda 2.5T signature than a Camry or even an Accord
SCIENCEoverRELIGIONS no he wouldn't
It’s certainly the looker of the group, but they all look pretty great to me. I just wish it had more up to date infotainment and gauges. No Android Auto and the nav system seems outdated. Also love how the gauge cluster changes on the Accord when you put it in Sport mode. Still a really nice car.
Mazdas get dated pretty fast.
SCIENCEoverRELIGONS Leave me alone I never asked for ur opinion
even as a hardcore toyota fanboy, I cant deny mazda has been killing it in the aesthetics department the last couple of generations. i've always wanted to see what they would come up with if they made a full on sports car around the size/power of an m5.
I’m all for it but I have to say it “that’s not how you accelerate in day to day driving.. brake torquing with traction control off. This car was definitely tuned for everyday driving over drag strip performance, and that’s where it shines, especially with all that torque.
Renting a 6. Wow..it really can go quite well and the steering is top notch. Plus it's well equipped with lane keep and laser cruise. 360 parking and more power only make the new one even more lovable.
I just took delivery of a soul red metallic 2018 mazda6 signature, cream on black interior + 2.5t engine. I absolutely love it, test drove a few different mid-size cars when I got it, and preferred the isolated cabin/cabin materials + the way the engine/transmission work in such smooth harmony. The heads-up display is also pretty cool :)
Well done Mazda....this beats Accord and Camry at their own game, particularly in the styling department! Yes, it may be an older design, but by far, more sleek and well balanced over the other two! And will still look better in 2020 by the time a redesign comes. The others may have better power trains and faster engines but most drivers could care less. The Accord is a big let down from the ‘17MY design, which I felt was much better.
I love that they removed the fog lights. The front now looks so much more clean and sophisticated.
I would definitely choose this model over its competitors. It has a very classy and clean design - well done!.
Mazda is just a step above the competitors. Beautiful design in and out. Also great performance.
I really enjoyed the review. As a taller guy I was dissappointed with the Accord Sport 2.0t. my right knee was jammed into the console. The 6 had more legroom for me and felt more engaging in the twisties. Now I'll wait for Android auto.
that's really interesting considering that the 2018 Honda Accord technically has more leg and headroom than the Mazda.
Benjamin Williams For someone like me, those numbers are meaningless. The issue with the Accord for me was how the console where the ignition switch is at is low. If the console stayed a little narrower and flared at the top less, my kneecap would be in front of dead space. I also where 14 shoes which eats up space as well. The Mazda 6 pedals and console are laid out better in regards to my size.
Benjamin Williams more legroom in the back, not the front
Benjamin Williams
A lot complain from honda forum.
the interior of the mazda 6 signature is so nice it's better looking than the acuras.
The Acura TLX i think is really nice, but the double screen & and the UI / UX is very wonky.
8:13 - The new 6 does have an 8 inch display. It is not a 7 inch unit as you have pointed out twice in the review.
I literally purchased my 17.5 because of Redline review. I just couldn’t wait for 18 because I’m an impatient dope. Still I love the redline series. Great job again!
The reason it feels slow from 0 is Mazda limited the power available in first and second gears.
Sofyan: This is why I subscribed! Another good honest review . In your opening statement you said Mazda was forced to add more power; obviously their hearts weren't in it. What Mazda needs and what I would buy would be a blacked out, balls to the wall supercharged, all-wheel drive 8 speed, flared fendered, 20" wheel wearing sticky summer tires....Mazdaspeed 6. Do I have any takers...Hell I'm 71 years old and I love to drive!!!!
Dwight Watts they wasn't forced. They weren't using Ford's v6 motor anymore, so they made the turbo for the 6... gayboi does know what he's talking about
This engine is meant for comfort not for 0-60 times. They toned it down on purpose to provide you the luxury and smooth feel of the turbo with less engine or turbo noise. It provides you the linear and smooth power !
Aman Rajput best knowledgeable comment on here. Soyfan was a letdown here... I was embarrassed for her😂😂😂😂🤣😂😂
maurice benton I hate it when he says that he is disappointed.... like this is a family car. 1 sec or half a second slower than accord doesnt really make any difference in the real world.
Aman Rajput I think you may be correct that Mazda intentionally "toned down" the turbo performance. When I drove them back to back I was surprised to find the Mazda6 felt more like the Camry naturally aspirated V6 than the Accord 2.0L turbo. Handling was better than the Toyota and equal to (or a smidge better) than the Accord. Could be that Mazda benchmarked the Camry as its chief competitor and wanted the turbo to act more like a "family" car than the Accord.
Stephen Hendricks exactly. It's a smooth powertrain which I personally prefer.
I like the reviews here. But, one thing I've heard here and elsewhere is that this car should have a 10- speed automatic transmission.
This car with 300+ lbft of torque - over a wide RPM range does NOT need a 10 speed automatic transmission! That is ridiculous. Even my non-turbo Mazda6 (making less torque) doesn't need a 10-speed transmission.
Now, I've always said that the 5-speed manual Mazda3 (2006) I had, should have an extra gear - an additional overdrive for highway driving because I felt the car should get more than 32 MPG on the highway. My Mazda6 (2015) gets better gas milage than that (34 MPG on the highway).
Seriously, no one driving a Mazda6 Turbo could honestly say that there's some problematic ratio between any two gears where an additional gears are needed.
What's next, people exclaiming that this car would be better, "If only it had a '20-speed' auto transmission"? Okay, and exactly how would that make this car better? How would even a 10-speed auto trans make this car better? The difference between 2,500 RPM and 2,900 RPM (for example) does not require a gear change in this car. The torque power band in this engine covers a wide RPM range. For this particular car, a 6-speed transmission is perfectly fine.
No one is going to be towing 10,000 lbs up and over mountains with this car.
(People don't remember or didn't know that cars used to come with 2-speed and 3-speed automatic transmissions, that's why "4 on the floor" was a big deal. But, the talk about this car needing a 10-speed automatic transmission should stop.) My venting is over. ☺️
Great video and review. I think the Mazda 6 is the best looking car in its segment, also nice to have all those standard features, plus looks very upscale for the price in this trim!
No way I would exchange this car with the Accord or the Caney, this is the best in this segment. That turbo power is more than enough to my driving pleasure. Weldone Mazda for bringing the Turbo in this very appealing car.🥰🥰🏎🏎👏👏
the accord 10 speed really helps with the acceleration vs the mazda's 6 speed. 10 speed is nice but I feel like those might be more prone to problems later in life with so many more "moving parts". also with Mazda's is a low volume brand so they don't have as big as a parts bin to play with.
i love mine, the car is gorgeous compared to the rivals, and the interior is way above the rest, the ride quality is very good and comfy. Im so happy with mine.
still looks absurdly good, love it!
Might get this over the 2019 Mazda3. Very similar in price, but you get more car with the 6. The styling really holds up as well.
If you go and look at the 2014 Mazda 6 compared to the 2018 model, you will notice pretty significant design changes that look SO much better.
10:31 that’s all I needed to know. No stick shift, no thanks. Bring us back a Mazdaspeed AWD 6MT version.
but you get 2 fuel gauges....
I got a 07 speed6 and love it.
Killed it for me.
This card interior looks great. I would literally buy this
That Car in White Looks Beautiful!
Rented one and drove it to las vegas. Very nice ride. Enjoyed this car very much. I want one now
WOW I WILL BUY NEXT WEEK!!
I really love what the designers at Mazda are doing. Beautiful car.
Fog lights are incorporated into the main headlights
Absolutely love our 2018 Mazda 6 fabulous car no major expenses other than yearly servicing just changed the brake pads at 30,000 miles.
9:05 Actually, In European and in Mediterranean countries these and the wagon versions are the most popular choice for family cars. We also often call them executive or "manager" sedans since there aren't many full size sedans sold here. Really nice car.
You are right. In Germany we've had the Mazda 6 wagon as a very popular family car. Gas prices are too high to own giant SUVs (Stupid Useless Vehicle) left to right like in the states.
Energetic Fox Studios I think I actually prefer the look of the wagon version.
Energetic Fox Studios Buick Regal TourX looks very good for $27-28K and offers 2.0T, torque vectoring AWD, and 4 years and 50,000 miles.
Energetic Fox Studios I think hes talking about the fact SUV are going up in sales and sedans are going down in sales in the US
ive wanted the wagon diesel for so long. drove the diesel cx5 in germany when it cameout back in 2012. X(
“Ok traction control off.....there’s a fair amount of wheels spin” 😂 😂 😂
I got the car, I disagree with Sofyan's view on the acceleration. From a standstill, the car is definitely quick and you feel the low end torque, as it easily lights up the tires but once you get past 80mph, the car sort of falls on its face. It really lacks horsepower and torque at the higher rpms.Hopefully there will be some aftermarket tunes you can get for this car. I will data log with a boost gauge soon to see if boost is tapering at the higher rpms. Something I suspect it is doing.
I just got a 2018 Mazda 6. Isn't as zippy as I expected but very comfortable and fuel efficient. Only got 31 to 37 mpg on each fuel up. Like how the middle section basically extends arm rest all the way up.
Wow never clicked so fast, damn thats elegant and fresh
Mansour Anonimous hell yeah it is
Mansour Anonimous
Agreed, that front end is gorgeous.
How is it fresh? That design is like 6 years old...
FTWinnick
Depends on your point of view. If you were already a fan, your attitude is "don't mess with it too much." If you aren't, it may not look any different. I think the front end change is perfect. Even fans of the 911 will admit that it's barely changed in 7 years, while others who hate it will say it hasn't changed in 55 years. To each their own.
Strange how this beautiful Mazda always gets trashed because of 6.4s 0-60 time despite the fact that some “sport” sedans like Lexus IS350 only do 0-60 in about 6 seconds despite having AWD + big V6...
People will never be happy no matter what.
P.S. the best review and analysis of Mazda6 is the one from SavageGeese.
The ventilated seats are different and better because they pull heat away instead of blowing on you like the other brands which can build up moister.
The screen isn’t the same as it’s 8” now and not 7”.
Mazda doesn’t add a pano moon roof because it adds unnecessary weight and compromises safety.
I love the new heater controls, I have driven the new updated mazda 6 but only the non turbo version, they have changed the suspension and steering as I could feel the difference, just drives so much better and even the engine is more responsive (non turbo version). They also moved that digital air bag display up near the rear view mirror to clean it up a bit down where the heater controls are and I looks so much cleaner now.
That sounds a little strange.. Boot space is about the same as a honda civic.. A honda Civic is like half the size lol... The Mazda 2 sedan has a huge boot, I'd love to see the size of that next the the mazda 6....
Mazda is killing it, great job
Conclusion
We try hard not to pick favorites at Torque News. In this segment, the Audi A4, Toyota Camry XSE V6, Honda Accord 2.0T Touring are all excellent choices. However, ours would be the Mazda6 Signature. We would strongly recommend that shoppers for a midsize premium sedan consider the Mazda6 before over-spending on one of the brands on which the automakers and auto media collude to consider somehow better than the mainstream brands. Spending more for a great car in this category is an exercise in vanity. This Mazda6 proves it.
Not sure why you didn't mention that Android Auto and Carplay will be available. It was announced. I actually enjoy the growl of my 2.5 NA engine. If the turbo is the same then I'm happy. :) And Mazda's design is the most cohesive IMO. Camry and Accord both felt cheaper to me. And that red Camry interior lacks elegance. Otherwise as usual, nice review.
The 6 has finally got some ACTUAL BALLS. In addition to being the best looking in the class IMO.
Apple CarPlay and AA will be available with an update at the dealership.
This cars low end torque really kicks you back in your seat
Elegance and grace on four wheels.
2 years later, the Accord is looking sharp and modern. The Mazda is a good looking design, but showing it's age.
I would say in the rear yes, but the front is still beautiful
The 2018-2022 Accord looks like a ugly cybernetic bug, it's trying to hard to look futuristic, and Honda knew that so they toned the look of the 2023 Accord down... Only problem is they went too far down and now the 2023 accord looks like an emaciated 2011 Ford Taurus.
They just aren't that good looking to me, I guess they look better then the new Hyundai's and Toyota's but that's not saying much... Also they are just Accords and everyone's uncle/aunt owns one, you walk out into a parking lot and there's 20 other Accords parked around it. The 6 is far far far FAR more rare to see on the road compared to the Accord! I see WAY more Mercedes C, E, and S-class vehicles in my area then I ever see these newer Mazda 6's, I see more Porsche 911's then newer 6's!!!
The Mazda 6 imo looks more grown up, luxurious... It has body lines for days that look sculpted by hand and not designed in a computer program like the Accord and almost everything else on the road. The Mazda dare I say looks as timeless in the face and body as a Maserati, meanwhile the Accord is... an Accord, witch is about as timeless as a Camry or Chevy Malibu.
In 20 years I can see someone collecting and restoring the 6 in this video! While tossing the Accord in a scrap yard to rust away like the ten's of million of 90's and early 2000's Accords currently in them, or sat on a used lot on the side of the highway selling for 3-5k because there's nothing at all rare or special about a Honda if your not talking about a S2000... The Accord is nothing like a S2000...
IDK whats more fill in the gap, basic, boring, or worthy of the tile of generic background car that get crushed by a rock in a Marvel movie other then the: Accord, Camry, or Altima other then maybe their compact counterparts the Corolla, Civic and Sentra. There is nothing appealing about any of them and they become dated within a single year of a new generation coming out because everyone else on your block is buying one the same time as you.
The Mazda manages to stand out in a crowded parking lot, the Accord just blends in to a point you might accidentally try and get into someone else's car thinking its yours.
Made in Japan :) quality is great
chrisak49 You mean cheap Japanese parts! Do a review of this POS in 2 years. It will be a pile of garbage.
Bobby Dukes ok Nostradamus
@@bobbydemondukes why?? Does it suck in terms of reliablity ??
@@bobbydemondukes Mazda is reliable
@@omarh4694 Not sure what he's talking about, the only thing I can think of is new cars are harder to fix on because of all the computers and sensors. Also dont let them fool you, change your transmission fluid even if you have sky tech.
You can now update Apple CarPlay on this car free from the dealerships. I know some people don’t care but I don’t mainly for maps with Apple. Also I love the music app for iPhones. I love the new accord but something about this car draws me more to it
Mazda is the best as the car owner
Jason Wang what?