New Mazda6 in detail

Since the advent of the Mazda CX-5 is back in the spotlight. The Japanese brand with their SKYACTIV technology back up to date and competitive. The new 6 is the next step towards a stronger market, and this is what the business model and also flagship Mazda has to offer.

Mazda built the tension surrounding the new Mazda6 carefully. The climax of it took place in Moscow where it held during the auto show the fabric of the newcomer was pulled. The new Mazda6 is lighter, more economical and especially attractive lined. Thanks to the Kodo design language, inspired by a muscular predator ready to pounce on its prey, the Mazda6 himself a new suit fitted. The CX-5 was the first one it came out and now the 'six' undergoes a change of generation is of course in a similar outfit outlet. Shorter overhangs front and rear, a deep cut front, a wide, low grille and headlights that is most reminiscent of prying eyes leopard characterize the car. Mazda remains quite close them near the Takeri concept that's served as a harbinger of the new 6.

Benchmark in space
The new Mazda6 will again be available as a four-door sedan and a wagon, called Sport Break. We take the specifications there it is remarkable that the sedan and Sport Break terms of size quite different. So the first measuring 4865 millimeters in length while the other 4,800 millimeters long. The wheelbase is different, namely in 2830 versus 2750 mm for Sport Break. Nevertheless, both said (especially the sedan) that they are firmly grown compared to their predecessors. For comparison: the Mazda6 Sedan transcends the Skoda Superb. The interior space is thus all good. According to Mazda, rear passenger’s Zoal disposal 4.3 centimeters more knee room and legroom is increased by 3.7 cm. For added comfort, the seats with comfort in mind that the seat 20 millimeters longer and 33 millimeters higher backrest was. Mazda also opted for coating a superior quality; feel the panels in their own words softer and the finish is improved. Convenience and consumption has increased according to the manufacturer, thanks to the HMI button in the center console. This allows, inter alia, navigation, audio, and the like are operated. Also important in the business segment is the size of the hold. With all seats upright is that the big sedan 489 liters and 522 liters of the station (including both the space under the floor).

New Mazda6

SKYACTIV and i-ELOOP
In the Mazda6 applied the manufacturer of course the innovative SKYACTIV principle. With the CX-5, we have for the first time to become acquainted with this technology where engines, chassis, transmissions and body such were developed to reduce emissions and fuel consumption, and now it's on to the Mazda6 SKYACTIV definitive evidence as a advanced technology package. The drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.26 for the 6 Sedan does in any case no competitor after. Not unique, but useful i ELOOP, a system of charging a capacitor when the driver stops to touch the accelerator.This capacitor should be as air conditioning systems and radio energized and the engine of this task is unloaded. Equally interesting is the fact that the new 6 despite its increased size and luxury with a whopping 50 kg.

Engines
then the engine range. We have so far been missing. The range includes three petrol engines, two of which debut in the Mazda6, and two diesel. Depending on the configuration, the transmission an automatic or manual most of which are available with i-ELOOP.

Kick, the new Mazda6 with 2.0 liter four-cylinder petrol with 145 hp. But there is also a 'high power' version with 165 hp. Maximum torque is 210 Nm with the same.
 Acceleration to 100 km / h in 9.5 seconds, the lightest and most powerful in 9.1 seconds.
With automatic performance models always slightly less well. This also applies to the fuel consumption and the associated emissions. For the entry level petrol Mazda gives 5.5 l/100 at 136 g / km on, accounting for 20% addition in the case of business use. Because of this, it is then that this Mazda model from November being only delivers (and only if Sports Break). The other lilacs and Sedan follow in early 2013, while the rest of Europe, the new Mazda6 gets - the Netherlands, the first fact. The third consists of the petrol 2.5 liter four-cylinder with 192 hp and 256 Nm, but because of its higher price will not be a runner. The Mazda6 is also from € 28.995, -. The addition of 20% of eligible Sport Break with 145 hp two-liter and six-speed manual in the version TS + with Lease Pack has a price of € 31.990, -.

Dieseling can with the 2.2 liter SKYACTIV-D, good for 150 hp and 380 Nm or 175 hp and 420 Nm. Combined with a manual transmission is 3.9 l/100 km fuel consumption and emissions 104 g / km for the standard configuration and 4.5 l/100 km and 119 g / km for the high power version. In both cases, they are sufficiently efficient and clean for a discount addition "of five percent. The basic version even after 2015. In terms of speed diesels do certainly not for the petrol. The sprint and top speed figures are more favorable than those of the SkyActive-G engines.

Ride
As mentioned, the new Mazda6 Sport Break (with optional engine) from November to the dealer for just under 29 grand. Already know how to drive? Keep an eye on this website. Next week we make the first kilometers with the new 6