I can honestly say this is the best review I have seen so far on the mazda 6, or on any car for that matter. Very detailed! I have a 5 week wait till I collect my new mazda 6 in reflex blue Mica. Once again great review
@@Hankercheif not bad., I don't see the point in an electric car, they are not for me. By the way what an electric car do You own now? I'm thinking about the mazda 6 2.5 automatic. currently I have a Skoda superb 3 tdi and I'm fed up with diesel.
Keep in mind that sticking with a naturally aspirated engine means better reliability in the long run. New technology means more bugs. This however, is familiar and tested.
Mate your reviews are in the top 5% on RUclips or anywhere on the net...got me looking and buying one here 2022 in Australia a thousand years after COVID 👍
Another exceptionally detailed review. Your reviews are so detailed, in fact, that I think they'd benefit from a pinned comment with the sections and time links, and maybe even bullet points in the details section. I've referred quite a few people to your reviews when they've been trying to decide what cars to shortlist, and most been blown away by how comprehensive they are, but some just don't have the time. I'm a right car geek, so I make the time, of course, and it's totally worth it :D
@@rivervalegroup If u were behind the wheel of the 2.2 GT Sport Nav+ You would agree that its FAR better than all competitors. I owned a BMW 520d and constantly had problems not to mention the repairs cost an arm and a leg. Iv had my Mazda6 now for 4 years and its far classier than the 520d. Laugh all u want... until u take a look urself. Mazda 6 GT Sport Nav+
@@zeroyon4562 not at all. I actually sold it last year and replaced it with a newer one. I had no issues, it was just lacking in equipment in comparison to the newer model. The newer model has 10hp less, no big deal though. Both the best cars I've ever owned.
in all seriousness, why do people still say that passat has a good quality cabin? honestly, it's cheap plastic all round... the A4 has a quality cabin, the 3 series has a quality cabin, but not a passat!
Just bought a 3yr Soul Red Crystal " 6 " (still has 2years warranty) like the one your driving ! 2.5 turbo with all the the bells and whistles......this GT Sport Nav + is not my first my previous 2 being an 05 6 MPS and an 12 plate 3 MPS.....so far the only say problems ive had are not major (i service each vehichle when i get it,regardless then i know whats bean done) is the elrtic foldering mirrors Mazda have had this problem for as long as i ve had them.....Serioulsy look at the specs compared to others ,Bavaria Motor Works, Ford (which used to share power plants with mazda) GM, yada yada
Having owned a BMW 5 series E60 and G30, and now since 6 month owning a Mazda 6 I can honestly say that the Mazda 6 is so much more fun to drive than my BMW's. Even with less power and torque (194 hp vs 235 hp in my last BMW,), I'm enjoying my Mazda 6 A LOT more.
Fantastic review! You should have 46.7 million subs not 46k. I'm still undecided on this. I have looked at so many cars, I think I have narrowed it down now to either this or Skoda Octavia. Ideally want comfort, economical (but not a diesel engine), lots of tech (heads up display, large touchscreen, lots of info), nice looks, reliable, big enough for 2 adults and 2 growing kids and boot space, great handling and a bit of power when I need it; oh and of course as cheap as possible (don't care about the badge). I think that's basically everything haha, so basically want an excellent all rounder value for money car. I may have to compromise on some "needs". I don't do a lot of miles, but I will do a long 1hr journey on motorway and B roads roughly once a week.
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Impressive review. Very detailed and you barely missed anything. I wish that you elaborated a bit about the Heads-Up Display. But 10/10 regardless! P.S: What microphone are you using? Sound quality is very good.
In the US, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto was a free upgrade on my 2018 "Signature" model 6 and maybe 1 or 2 other trim levels. There is a deadline though so don't wait!
@@rivervalegroup And thanks for the quick response. By the way I have 107,000 miles on my car with only one defect, a hyperactive tire warning gauge. Otherwise just oil changes, spark plugs, and the usual. The car still runs and looks fine.
@@supremeobliterator2016 owner here. I've just been hit by that "hyperactive tire inflation warning" lol. I believe it's an issue with one of the tire pressure sensors. The sensors are powered by small batteries, which tend to deplete after a few years causing the warning. Should be a cheap fix. I was able to disable the warnings on my previous car (Mondeo) using Forescan software, but can't find such an option for the Mazda. Other than that, they're a great car
Great review - perhaps I missed commentary on the automatic gearboxes though? I can't find much about the auto on reviews but a lot about how good the manual is. Any thoughts on the auto experience?
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Very good and detail review of a great car. But please stop with this more efficient claims of the turbo engines, we all know what their real world economy range is... Not too mention reliability. I wish more companies would go Mazdas way and not the other way around
Looking from the side, the back part of this car edges up too high. if u put lower springs on the back may even out a little but still the body contours are al pointing upwards... its a parallelogram tht needs to be adjusted to become a rectangle. If u take a piece of rectangular towel, 1 hand grab on the bottom left corner and 1 hand grab on the top right corner, stretch it diagonally.... this is how this car looks like from the side... skewed
While it might be a lovely car to some, the things that would put me off buying one are the 2lt engine, black roof lining, and that radio/sat nav screen stuck up on top of the dash which makes it look like an afterthought.
Beautiful car but lacking in tech. The interior has the best quality materials in the segment. Not as fast as the 2.0t Honda Accord or the 2021 Camry XSE. The infotainment system shows obsolesce (it's small, ugly and not intuitive) by comparison to others in 2021 mid-sedans.
First generation Mazda 6 2002 the MPS Mazda 6 was only in the first generation 2007-2013 the second generation Mazda 6 the model left South Africa in 2012 third generation 2013 updated 2016 there is also GT model i think 2025 the 4th generation should launch & return to South Africa Mazda should discontinue the 2 .
I kind of admire them for sticking with n/a petrol engines. But those figures are pretty poor really. You can get an extra 60hp from a Peugeot or a Fiat/Alfa 1.6 turbo. And not get stung by the tax man in the process.
Well most of asia and europe dont give a ratts ass about HP numbers, thats why the turbo version only goes to the US. Seems like a decent quality for a nice price car to me. And with their SkyActive X coming this summer it will be very interesting.
@@rivervalegroup I can guarantee its (older ones at least) are good cars...... a 4 tonne truck ploughed into my mum's at about 70kph's and she survived...... nasty. If I'm not mistaken, they have excellent safety ratings - comparable to Mercedes etc. Might not be F1 cars but who really cares?
@2WIREG don't take this disrepectfully - because my mum has one and I quite like it..... and in fact am buying her a new one soon (she's a Mazda aficionado after a 4 tonne truck rammed her and it saved her backside - brilliant safety). but its fairly gutless down low - lets be honest.
What a great reviewer . One of the few that don’t try to sound like Jeremy clarkson . He covers every point with clarity .
Brill
Thank you for the great feedback Ian!
I can honestly say this is the best review I have seen so far on the mazda 6, or on any car for that matter. Very detailed! I have a 5 week wait till I collect my new mazda 6 in reflex blue Mica.
Once again great review
Hankercheif , hi , I am thinking of getting one , what is your thoughts now on the car ? Thanks M
which engine did you choose? 2.0 or 2.5?
@@-xYz--nk1gm 2.0 however I have moved over to full electric now
@@Hankercheif not bad., I don't see the point in an electric car, they are not for me. By the way what an electric car do You own now? I'm thinking about the mazda 6 2.5 automatic. currently I have a Skoda superb 3 tdi and I'm fed up with diesel.
They are cheaper to run, us better for the planet so thought I would jump on board. hyundai ioniq 5
One of the best reviews I have seen, well researched, delivered and comprehensive and accurate.
That's incredibly kind of you, Andrew. Thanks for watching 👍
Absolute agree!
Well done, this is the first channel, where I can hear more deeply about this car in english. Thank you
Keep in mind that sticking with a naturally aspirated engine means better reliability in the long run. New technology means more bugs. This however, is familiar and tested.
I have a 2006 Volvo S60 2.5t and never had an engine problem
Mate your reviews are in the top 5% on RUclips or anywhere on the net...got me looking and buying one here 2022 in Australia a thousand years after COVID 👍
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Best reviewer I think so detailed and well structured ☺️
Thanks for the feedback, we aim to share the most informative reviews 👍
OSV Another superb review. All the information needed and no silly jokes. Love this car. Is the tourer as good?
@@hemmay Thanks for the feedback 👍
I LOVE watching your reviews...so polished, informative and accurate. Keep them coming! 😊
Thanks Alexxander, great to see feedback like this 👍
Another exceptionally detailed review.
Your reviews are so detailed, in fact, that I think they'd benefit from a pinned comment with the sections and time links, and maybe even bullet points in the details section.
I've referred quite a few people to your reviews when they've been trying to decide what cars to shortlist, and most been blown away by how comprehensive they are, but some just don't have the time. I'm a right car geek, so I make the time, of course, and it's totally worth it :D
Thanks Andrew, great to see comments like this and thank you for sharing. We like your timestamp idea so you might see them appear in future reviews 👍
@@rivervalegroup you're welcome. Looking forward to the next review
This is by far the most thorough review ive ever watched
That's great to hear! Many thanks for watching 👍
An hour of detailed and well structured information about the car i love / cars in general? Count me in, subscribed.
Excellent Review! Very detailed. I've just purchased the 2018 Mazda6 Atenza Turbo in Australia 😊
Thanks John 👍, enjoy the new car!
Brill review. I'd have one of these over a Mondeo every time.
Thanks Nodge, We think we will be seeing more of these on UK roads 👍
@@rivervalegroup If u were behind the wheel of the 2.2 GT Sport Nav+ You would agree that its FAR better than all competitors. I owned a BMW 520d and constantly had problems not to mention the repairs cost an arm and a leg. Iv had my Mazda6 now for 4 years and its far classier than the 520d. Laugh all u want... until u take a look urself. Mazda 6 GT Sport Nav+
@@jakelamotta2387 How’s that diesel Mazda going? Any problems?
@@zeroyon4562 not at all. I actually sold it last year and replaced it with a newer one.
I had no issues, it was just lacking in equipment in comparison to the newer model. The newer model has 10hp less, no big deal though. Both the best cars I've ever owned.
Best review of a mazda 6. It was a pleasure to wach a long review full of information. Just subscribed and waiting for reviews like this.
in all seriousness, why do people still say that passat has a good quality cabin? honestly, it's cheap plastic all round... the A4 has a quality cabin, the 3 series has a quality cabin, but not a passat!
Agreed. The latest generation of VW vehicles are hardly better than a cheap Dacia. I guess they had to cut costs after the diesel debacle in the US.
Also the audi and beemer these days is quite crap😢
Man he's really sending it in some shots xD
Thank you for a really competent and detailed review, it was very helpful.
Thanks for the feedback JohnDdoeE, great to hear you found it helpful 👍
Just bought a 3yr Soul Red Crystal " 6 " (still has 2years warranty) like the one your driving ! 2.5 turbo with all the the bells and whistles......this GT Sport Nav + is not my first my previous 2 being an 05 6 MPS and an 12 plate 3 MPS.....so far the only say problems ive had are not major (i service each vehichle when i get it,regardless then i know whats bean done) is the elrtic foldering mirrors Mazda have had this problem for as long as i ve had them.....Serioulsy look at the specs compared to others ,Bavaria Motor Works, Ford (which used to share power plants with mazda) GM, yada yada
How you getting on with it I'm currently looking at that spec.
Most reviews just say the side compartment can or can't hold a large water bottle. This video gives in-depth information and spec. Good job.
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Excellent review. I’m looking to buy a new Mazda6 and shortlisting with a Peugeot 508; so this review is just what I was looking for. Thank you.
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Having owned a BMW 5 series E60 and G30, and now since 6 month owning a Mazda 6 I can honestly say that the Mazda 6 is so much more fun to drive than my BMW's. Even with less power and torque (194 hp vs 235 hp in my last BMW,), I'm enjoying my Mazda 6 A LOT more.
Fantastic review! You should have 46.7 million subs not 46k.
I'm still undecided on this. I have looked at so many cars, I think I have narrowed it down now to either this or Skoda Octavia.
Ideally want comfort, economical (but not a diesel engine), lots of tech (heads up display, large touchscreen, lots of info), nice looks, reliable, big enough for 2 adults and 2 growing kids and boot space, great handling and a bit of power when I need it; oh and of course as cheap as possible (don't care about the badge). I think that's basically everything haha, so basically want an excellent all rounder value for money car. I may have to compromise on some "needs".
I don't do a lot of miles, but I will do a long 1hr journey on motorway and B roads roughly once a week.
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Impressive review. Very detailed and you barely missed anything. I wish that you elaborated a bit about the Heads-Up Display. But 10/10 regardless!
P.S: What microphone are you using? Sound quality is very good.
Thanks for the feedback 👍 Will overview the heads up display for future videos 👌 we use Rode mics most of the time
It was a Sony utx-b03. But Rode are great mics!
Good job guys, very detailed review :-)
Thank you Arian, stay tuned for more!
In the US, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto was a free upgrade on my 2018 "Signature" model 6 and maybe 1 or 2 other trim levels. There is a deadline though so don't wait!
Perfect review! Great job!
Thanks JB 👍 great to see comments like this
As an owner of a 2014 Mazda 6 GT thanks for the review. I wish I were in position to trade in for the newer model.
Our pleasure, we're glad you found the review helpful 👍
@@rivervalegroup And thanks for the quick response. By the way I have 107,000 miles on my car with only one defect, a hyperactive tire warning gauge. Otherwise just oil changes, spark plugs, and the usual. The car still runs and looks fine.
@@supremeobliterator2016 owner here. I've just been hit by that "hyperactive tire inflation warning" lol. I believe it's an issue with one of the tire pressure sensors. The sensors are powered by small batteries, which tend to deplete after a few years causing the warning. Should be a cheap fix. I was able to disable the warnings on my previous car (Mondeo) using Forescan software, but can't find such an option for the Mazda. Other than that, they're a great car
Please review the Skoda Superb.
Really enjoyed your reviews!
Very detailed and informative review of the 6! Excellent.
Great review - perhaps I missed commentary on the automatic gearboxes though? I can't find much about the auto on reviews but a lot about how good the manual is. Any thoughts on the auto experience?
Hi James, We can definitely help you with that. Give our vehicle specialists team a call on 01903 538835 or request a call-back from our website. They'll be happy to help you with all of your questions 😀
Thank you!
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The Best (by far) review as always,well done.👏👏👏
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11:50 Cylinder Deactivation
Very good video. Thanks
Uhhhh... something weird happening at 9:49
Can anyone help me what's the fuel economy like on the 2.0 g skyativ ??
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Soul red🚗💨
Very good and detail review of a great car. But please stop with this more efficient claims of the turbo engines, we all know what their real world economy range is... Not too mention reliability. I wish more companies would go Mazdas way and not the other way around
Looking from the side, the back part of this car edges up too high. if u put lower springs on the back may even out a little but still the body contours are al pointing upwards... its a parallelogram tht needs to be adjusted to become a rectangle. If u take a piece of rectangular towel, 1 hand grab on the bottom left corner and 1 hand grab on the top right corner, stretch it diagonally.... this is how this car looks like from the side... skewed
A Mazda 626 almost killed me light backend
While it might be a lovely car to some, the things that would put me off buying one are the 2lt engine, black roof lining, and that radio/sat nav screen stuck up on top of the dash which makes it look like an afterthought.
Ford Mondeo saloon & Volkswagen Passat Saloon similair .
Ford Mondeo should go ahead in Europe Britain & Australia the Evos should come to dose regions I think the Ford Evos should be renamed to Electron .
The British really like to go into the miniature of things.
I’m getting dizzy with that roundabout
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Beautiful car but lacking in tech. The interior has the best quality materials in the segment. Not as fast as the 2.0t Honda Accord or the 2021 Camry XSE. The infotainment system shows obsolesce (it's small, ugly and not intuitive) by comparison to others in 2021 mid-sedans.
Thanks for watching, Kat 👍 Are you looking for a new car at the moment?
Wow how many times can someone say, "errrr" in one review 😳
First generation Mazda 6 2002 the MPS Mazda 6 was only in the first generation 2007-2013 the second generation Mazda 6 the model left South Africa in 2012 third generation 2013 updated 2016 there is also GT model i think 2025 the 4th generation should launch & return to South Africa Mazda should discontinue the 2 .
I kind of admire them for sticking with n/a petrol engines. But those figures are pretty poor really. You can get an extra 60hp from a Peugeot or a Fiat/Alfa 1.6 turbo. And not get stung by the tax man in the process.
Well most of asia and europe dont give a ratts ass about HP numbers, thats why the turbo version only goes to the US. Seems like a decent quality for a nice price car to me. And with their SkyActive X coming this summer it will be very interesting.
There's a new 2.5 turbo engine available on the 6 that puts 250 hp
@@Its_Ninooo Isn't that US market only?
Full man, its a old mazda😆😆😆
First :)
I hope it is improved. The previous one, while lovely, was wheezy and felt as if it was made out of tissue paper.
The interior, suspension and SkyActive upgrades were the biggest improvements we noticed. thanks for the comment 👍
@@rivervalegroup I can guarantee its (older ones at least) are good cars...... a 4 tonne truck ploughed into my mum's at about 70kph's and she survived...... nasty. If I'm not mistaken, they have excellent safety ratings - comparable to Mercedes etc. Might not be F1 cars but who really cares?
nobody ever mentions the shit ac.
Works just fine here in the southeastern US. Where are you, on the surface of the sun? =P
talk and talk....and nothing to say
dramatically overrated . Ford mondeo has a sharper dynamic character and obviously less noisy cabin .
@2WIREG don't take this disrepectfully - because my mum has one and I quite like it..... and in fact am buying her a new one soon (she's a Mazda aficionado after a 4 tonne truck rammed her and it saved her backside - brilliant safety). but its fairly gutless down low - lets be honest.