'Global' closing of front/rear windows, 3 speed front intermittent wipe and electric wash, Automatic front rain sensing wipers, Electric front/rear windows/one touch operation, Heat reflecting windows, Heated rear window, Privacy glass (rear side windows and rear screen), Rear wiper
Brakes
ABS + EBD + EBA, DSTC-Dynamic Stability and Traction Control, Hill hold control
Driver Aids
Cruise control, Front and rear parking sensors, Power Steering
Driver Convenience
Engine start/stop button
Driver Information
Digital clock, Digital exterior temperature gauge, Rear Vehicle Monitoring System, Speed warning, Trip computer
Driving Mirrors
Auto dimming rear view mirror, Body colour electric heated/adjust/fold mirrors
Embelishment Trims
Blackout finish dials with amber-red/blue illumination
Engine
Diesel particulate filter
Entertainment
6 CD changer, 8 speakers, Auxiliary input socket, BOSE sound system, Bluetooth connectivity including audio streaming, Single play CD/radio with MP3 compatability, Steering wheel mounted remote controls
Exterior Body Features
Body colour bumpers, Body colour door handles, Body colour side mouldings, Twin exhaust pipes
Exterior Lights
Automatic headlight levelling, Automatic headlights, Bi-Xenon headlamps/Active light system and cornering light function, Front fog lights, Headlights wash
Heating/ Cooling/ Ventilation
Dual zone climate control
Interior Features
2 cupholders, Alloy Foot Pedels, Cigarette lighter, Front armrest with storage bin, Front door pockets, Illuminated glovebox with lock, Intrusion minimizing safety brake pedals, Leather covered sliding centre armrest, Leather steering wheel and gearshift, Night panel function, Passenger grab handles, Reach adjustable steering wheel, Rear centre armrest, Rear grab handles with coathooks
Interior Lights
Illuminated ashtray, Illuminated entry system, Interior dome light with integral spotlight, Welcome mode lighting
Packs
Sports appearance pack - Mazda 6 Hatchback
Safety
3 point ELR front seat belts, 3 rear 3 point seatbelts with ELR, Active front headrests, Driver and passenger airbags, Drivers seatbelt reminder, Front and rear curtain airbags, Front passenger airbag deactivation, Front side airbags, Height adjustable front seatbelts with pre-tensioners and load limiters, Supplementary restraint system - central control unit and crush sensors, Tyre pressure monitoring system
Seats
3 height adjustable rear headrests, 60/40 split folding rear seat, Adjustable front and rear headrests, Driver seat height/tilt/lumbar adjust, Heated front seats, Isofix rear child seat fastenings, Passenger seat back pocket, Sports bucket type seats
Driver/passenger sunvisors with ticket holders + illuminated vanity mirrors
Wheels - Alloy
18" alloys
Summary
Recommended. Dynamically accomplished, handsome and well-built - recent revisions have helped to strengthen the Mazda 6s case further.
Styling
One of the best looking cars in the segment - sleek and sporty.
Handling
The 6 grips well, responds enthusiastically and gives plenty of feedback. Good fun on a twisty road but stable at speed, too.
Comfort
Refinement has been improved by new soundproofing - its now pretty much on a par with the best in the class. Low-speed ride quality is still a bit firm, though.
Quality
We dont love some of the shiny plastics in the cabin, but theres no disputing the 6s well-built durability.
Performance
Limited engine choice, but all motors give decent performance - with the 2.0 litre petrol our pick of the range. 141 bhp turbodiesel is strong but vocal under hard use.
Roominess
Taller adults in the back will struggle for headroom, but otherwise the 6 feels impressively spacious. Saloon and hatchback have long, shallow boots - but estates loadspace is cavernous.
Costs
Economical, reasonable on servicing and relatively cheap to insure - and residuals are far stronger than some rivals, too.
Value
Decent standard equipment on the bottom end of the range makes the 6 look like compelling value, especially as dealers are prepared to haggle hard to get your business. Only most expensive versions get traction control, though.
Stereo
Garish LED stereo display feels very old fashioned, but the sound quality is decent. Satnav is a very expensive option.
Added Extras
Cruise Control, Traction Control
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