Compared with Camry, the Accord is often smaller as well albeit often larger than the Mazda6 and significantly cheaper as a base model. Remedy Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by increasing the engine cover clearance, free of charge. Will they notice the Mazda6? Spacious interior yet actually kind of intimate. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width. Proof of that is the time it took to accumulate 40,000 miles—just 10 months, whereas most of our long-haulers need 12 to 14 months to do that, and sometimes longer. This particular car's only downfall at the moment, as far as I can tell, is the turning radius.
The Blizzaks have zigzag sipes and independent tread blocks to chew up the snow. Curtain airbags are designed to protect the driver's and passenger's heads in a crash. A high head acceleration occurred when the dummy's head hit the B-pillar, indicating that injuries to the head would be possible. Although most of them are quite capable, they are often unexciting to look at and mediocre performers to boot. Rib fractures would also be possible. Right off the bat, I gotta tell ya I'm all at sixes and sevens over this one. I have more picks than nits.
The automatic transmission lacks smoothness and responsivness, plus the 41-foot turning circle hampers tight maneuvering. The safety recall began on June 3, 2013. Limited slip differentials also help provide a more even distribution of traction forces when the car is on a slippery surface. Splurge for the sports package. Typically, these systems look for the reflectivity of other vehicles and are not as sensitive to pedestrians or roadside objects.
Mazda's number for this recall is 2618F. It ripped to 60 mph in a quick 6. The recall began on February 16, 2016. Five years later the car drives the same as it always did, I've not had a single mechanical issue and I've not been burned by dealers during servicing. Low speed Auto Emergency Braking is a vehicle safety technology has the potential to prevent a crash or reduce the impact speed of a crash. I don't remember a problem with it and I bought it new. The curtain airbag activates instantaneously, deploying from the top of the door rails above the side window.
A further 2 points were scored in the optional pole test and this earned the vehicle a 4 star rating minimum 24. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-5500. The recall began July 6, 2018. This sporty demeanor may have contributed to our spirited driving of the 6. It covered the quarter-mile in 15. Great first car for anyone. Australasian specifications may vary and therefore models sold in Australasia might provide different levels of protection to those described on this page.
Outstanding value for the money. All of us liked the feel of the steering wheel and its easy-to-use radio and cruise-control buttons. I have really grown to love the Mazda brand because of this vehicle. She loves how the car feels and looks. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536. Restraints and dummy kinematics Dummy movement was well controlled. These features improve the fit of the seat belt.
The manufacturer decided to go ahead with the pole test and the vehicle earned a further two points. The recall began on May 21, 2015. The sportiness of its tightly stretched skin gave it a muscular look, and its straight-line performance and over-the-road agility were quite impressive—good enough to earn the 6 s a spot on our annual 10Best Cars list for 2003. You will feel sexy, because everyone looks at the car. But overall, the Mazda6 remains a notch below some competing models. My windows are not tinted yet so my leather seats get super hot. It's a stylish and sporty sedan, and a little more work from the home office could make the Mazda 6 a real jewel.
Best car I have ever owned. The stiff suspension and the low-profile tires turned cracks in the road into canyons; taut handling for the driver turned into a jarring ride for passengers. I thought ok, I know stuff happens. As the newness begins to wear off our Mazda6s, we wonder if it can truly separate itself from the midsize-sedan set. The servicing from either dealership I have used has been excellent, honest appraisal, competitive pricing and typically in and out in less than an hour.
Owners may contact Mazda Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-5500, option 6. Will they take it seriously? Living in the refrigerated section of the U. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width. If you live in an area with heavy lidar use, the DefuserPlus should help keep you one step ahead of the cops. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500.