

Sedan
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5 Seats
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22-25 MPG
(Combined)
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Key specs of the base trim
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Overview
The Good
- V-6 performance
- Responsive steering
- Cornering performance
- Interior quality
- Folding-backseat design
The Bad
- Stiff ride
- Navigation system's graphics quality
- Four-cylinder engine sound
What to Know
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Four-cylinder or 272-hp V-6
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Manual or automatic transmission
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Available blind spot warning system
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Available backup camera
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2013 Mazda Mazda6 Review
from the Cars.com expert editorial team
Vehicle Overview
Mazda’s five-seat front-wheel-drive sedan benefits from a sportier nature than some of its competitors. Four-cylinder “i” models and V-6 “s” versions are available. Competitors include midsize sedans like the Honda Accord, Ford Fusion and Chevrolet Malibu.
New for 2013
There are no significant changes for 2013. A fully redesigned Mazda6 is expected to debut for the 2014 model year.
Exterior
The Mazda6 sports a long hood with pronounced front fender flares that flow through the headlamps and mold with the front bumper. Exterior features include:
- Standard body-colored grille, front and rear bumpers, door handles and moldings
- 16-inch steel wheels with full covers
- Optional 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels
- Optional LED taillamps
- Single tailpipes (four-cylinder models) or dual exhaust outlets (V-6 models)
Interior
All trim levels get a 60/40-split folding rear seat with remote capability. Interior features include:
- Standard tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio controls
- Standard air conditioning with pollen filter; optional dual-zone automatic air conditioning
- Standard power locks, windows and mirrors (heated mirrors are optional)
- Optional power moonroof with interior sunshade
- Optional Bose stereo
- Optional DVD navigation system with 7-inch touch-screen and a backup camera
Under the Hood
The Mazda6 features a four-wheel independent suspension. Four-cylinder and V-6 engines are common in this segment, but the standard six-speed manual tra...
Vehicle Overview
Mazda’s five-seat front-wheel-drive sedan benefits from a sportier nature than some of its competitors. Four-cylinder “i” models and V-6 “s” versions are available. Competitors include midsize sedans like the Honda Accord, Ford Fusion and Chevrolet Malibu.
New for 2013
There are no significant changes for 2013. A fully redesigned Mazda6 is expected to debut for the 2014 model year.
Exterior
The Mazda6 sports a long hood with pronounced front fender flares that flow through the headlamps and mold with the front bumper. Exterior features include:
- Standard body-colored grille, front and rear bumpers, door handles and moldings
- 16-inch steel wheels with full covers
- Optional 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels
- Optional LED taillamps
- Single tailpipes (four-cylinder models) or dual exhaust outlets (V-6 models)
Interior
All trim levels get a 60/40-split folding rear seat with remote capability. Interior features include:
- Standard tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio controls
- Standard air conditioning with pollen filter; optional dual-zone automatic air conditioning
- Standard power locks, windows and mirrors (heated mirrors are optional)
- Optional power moonroof with interior sunshade
- Optional Bose stereo
- Optional DVD navigation system with 7-inch touch-screen and a backup camera
Under the Hood
The Mazda6 features a four-wheel independent suspension. Four-cylinder and V-6 engines are common in this segment, but the standard six-speed manual transmission (with the four-cylinder) plays up Mazda’s performance roots. There are also two automatic transmission offerings: The four-cylinder engine can have an optional five-speed automatic, and the V-6 comes with a standard six-speed automatic (it can’t be had with a manual). Mechanical features include:
- 170-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 167 pounds-feet of torque
- 272-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 with 269 pounds-feet of torque
- Optional push-button start
Safety
The Mazda6 offers an optional blind spot warning system. Other safety features include:
- Standard front-seat side-impact airbags
- Standard side curtain airbags
- Standard antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution
- Standard electronic stability system and traction control
Consumer Reviews
What drivers are saying
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Buught out my lease,very happy with results
Great car for the money,now has 53,000 miles on it, it is base model which I wanted don’t need gadgets,runs great through the gears( automatic) very peppy,gets 24 mpg, only maintenance was 3 bulbs,... Read full review
Bought Used
Most times, you get what you pay for. In my case, I feel I got great value for my money. It's a base-model car so it doesn't have all the bells and whistles, but it does the job and I have no ... Read full review
Safety
Recalls and crash tests
Warranty
New car and certified pre-owned programs by Mazda
New Car Program Benefits
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Bumper-to-Bumper
36 months / 36,000 miles
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Powertrain
60 months / 60,000 miles
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Roadside Assistance
36 months / 36,000 miles