Used 2011 Mazda 6 for sale 

The Mazda 6 is available in six different trims each of which is distinguished from the other by the set of features they possess. In addition, other metrics of distinction also include the engine and transmission setup. The Mazda 6 is available with two engines and three transmission options. As standard, the Mazda 6 is available only with a front-wheel-drivetrain. Basic features include cruise control, steering wheel controls, optional rear spoiler, and keyless entry.

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Your ideal Mazda 6 will depend on how you plan to use your car. If you are looking for a daily driver that is soft on the pocket. We recommend buying the i Grand Touring trim which at $26,820 packs all features of the base and mid-level trims and adds features like leather seats and a premium sound system. If you are looking for a powerful car that can deliver class-leading performance, the s Grand Touring could be your go-to option. While it comes equipped with the same features as the i Grand Touring, it houses a V6 engine.

The engine that powers your Mazda 6 will depend on the trim that you choose to buy. As standard, all trims come channeled as front-wheel-drive variants with two engine options. A 2.5L I-4 engine that is capable of producing 170hp and 167lb.-ft of torque. The other engine option on offer is a 3.7 V6 engine that churns out 272hp of power and 269lb.-ft of torque. 

The Mazda 6 is available with a 5-speed manual transmission and a 5-speed automatic transmission with the inline-4 engine, while the V6 engine comes mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Both automatic transmission options are equipped with a manual mode as well. While performance figures of the Mazda 6 are not known, it is proclaimed that the base engine feels underpowered.

In comparison, the Hyundai Sonata, despite its lower price tag, is the fastest car in the segment taking 7.8 seconds to the 60 MPH mark. The Toyota Camry takes an additional 0.6 seconds to achieve a similar feat, clocking 8.4 seconds. In the quarter-mile run, the Hyundai Sonata continues with its winning streak, taking 16.1 seconds, while the Toyota Camry remains marginally behind clocking 16.4 seconds. The Hyundai Sonata features the most powerful engine having class-leading power and torque outputs.

Perhaps, if the base engine feels underpowered, it does make up for it adequately with its better fuel efficiency. The 2.5L I-4 engine is capable of averaging a mileage of 22 MPG and 31 MPG in the city and on the highway respectively. Combined, it manages 25 miles per gallon of fuel. On the other hand, the punchier V6 engine 18 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway. The Mazda 6 features a fuel tank that has a total capacity of 18.5 gallons. Its base engine can cover a range of 407 and 573.5 miles in the city and on the highway respectively.

In comparison, both the Toyota Camry and Hyundai Sonata perform a notch better than the Mazda by averaging a combined mileage of 26 miles per gallon of fuel. All three cars feature a similar sized tank, that has a total capacity of 18.5 gallons and also covers equal distances in the city at 407 miles.

While the cabin of the Mazda 6 is roomy, spacious, and practical, it feels underwhelming for a car of its segment. The use of inferior quality materials seems evident, but one aspect that Mazda excels in is the layout of the dashboard which helps minimize the effect of the build quality. While the dashboard and central console do feature a number of buttons, they feel driver-focused and add to the utility. During the entire ride, the cabin remains extremely silent, as if it is isolated from the outside world. 

The seats are comfortable and even the cloth seats feel satisfactory. Even the rear seats feel generous and can be adjusted to increase or decrease the cargo space on offer. The Mazda 6 can seat five passengers without any difficulty, which is also the segment standard. It has a total head-, shoulder- and legroom of 38.1/57.3/42.5 and 37.3/56.5/38 inches for the front and rear passengers respectively. The boot on offer is considerably sized and easy to access. It has a maximum cargo capacity of 16.6 cubic feet, making it the largest trunk on offer in the segment.

In comparison, the Hyundai Sonata has the maximum amount of space on offer for the front passengers, granting a total head-, shoulder- and legroom of 4/57.9/45.5. However, the excessive space upfront does hamper the amount of legroom available to the rear seat passengers. In terms of cargo capacity, the Sonata lags marginally behind the segment-leading Mazda 6 has a total capacity of 16.4 cubic feet. The Toyota’s Camry lurks at the bottom of the table having a capacity of 14.5 cubic feet. Some salient interior features include:

• Interior air filtration
• Cruise control
• Remote trunk release
• Speed-proportional Power steering
• Adjustable steering wheel

How intuitive is the 2011 Mazda 6’s infotainment unit?

While the base trim of the Mazda 6 does feature entertainment specifications like AM/FM stereo, CD Player, MP3 Player, and a 6-speaker sound system, the infotainment system feels rather ill-equipped. The absence of Bluetooth connectivity as a standard offering reduces the overall usability of the system. However, as one moves up the trims there are a lot of features that get added to the Mazda 6 which adds to the utilitarian nature of the system. The Grand Touring trim is furnished with an MMI screen, a premium sound system, rearview camera, and Bluetooth connectivity. Other salient features include:

• AM/FM Stereo
• Satellite Radio
• Auxiliary audio input
• 6-speaker sound system
• Bose Premium Brand stereo system and speakers (Only available with the “ i Grand Touring” and “s Grand Touring” trims)

The Mazda 6 is a spectacle to behold. It has a luxurious aura to it and dazzles with sporty and athletic design elements. The Mazda 6 has been created almost to perfection. The headlights look rather distinctive and subtle while the taillights maintain the uniqueness in the design. The chrome embellishments used throughout the body have an upmarket feel to them. 

The 17-inch alloy wheels work well in tandem with the overall design. The Mazda 6 has a total curb weight of 3329 lbs. It is 193.7 inches long with a wheelbase that measures 109.8 inches. The Mazda offers is the widest car in the segment at 72.4 inches and has the lowest ground clearance in comparison measuring 5.1 inches.

In comparison, all three cars have a similar height of 57.9 inches. The Toyota Camry is heavier as compared to the Mazda 6 and weighs 3373 lbs. Despite having a shorter overall length, the Hyundai Sonata has the longest wheelbase in the segment that stands at a total length of 110 inches. However, on closer observation, all three cars have similar dimensions with minuscule variations. Some standout exterior features include:

• Mud Guard
• Wheel Locks
• Special Paint
• Sun/moonroof
• Bumper Applique

The new Mazda 6 ranks highly in the safety tests conducted by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. It scores an overall rating of five stars, which reassures the buyer of the reliability quotient of the sedan. As standard, the Mazda 6 comes equipped with basic safety features like child safety locks, brake assist, and driver/passenger airbags. Other safety features on the Mazda 6 include:

• Turn signal mirrors
• Emergency Trunk release
• Engine immobilizer
• Front fog lights
• Remote anti-theft alarm system

The 6 is an ace card in the hands of Mazda. Its six different trim levels ensure that the Mazda 6 matches every buyer's expectation. Both engine options on offer command buyer’s attention in their own way. While the cabin does feature some inferior quality materials, its commodious tranquil nature makes up for it adequately and we feel that the Mazda 6 might be the car you have been looking for.