Used 2014 Mazda 6 for sale 

The 2014 Mazda 6 is available in three trim options, namely Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring. The base Sport model is available for $20,990 and gets great standard features. The Touring trim adds in bigger wheels and better interior features. The top of the line Grand Touring trim is available at $29,695 and provides the best feature for a better experience. Here is a list of the key features that are available with all the trims of the 2014 Mazda 6.

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We would recommend you to opt for the mid Touring trim as it adds to the base Sport trim with multiple features like bigger 19-inch alloy wheels, vinyl upholstery, climate control, and a power driver seat. Along with that, there is an option to opt for the Touring Technology package that adds in a better navigation system and exterior features.

The 2014 Mazda 6 is available in a single engine option. The 2.5-liter inline 4 cylinder engine generates around 184 hp along with 185 lb-ft of torque.

The engine is mated with a 6-speed automatic transmission and delivers the power to the front wheels as standard. This engine setup accelerates the vehicle from 0-60 mph in 7.4 seconds, while the quarter-mile distance is covered in 15.7 seconds.

The Hyundai Sonata is the most powerful in this comparison with a power output of 190 hp, while the Honda Accord is as powerful as the Mazda with a power output of 185 hp. The Sonata is the slowest in acceleration with 0-60 mph in 8.2 seconds, while the Honda Accord takes 7.7 seconds to reach the 60 mph mark. The Accord has the highest top speed of 140 mph, while the Sonata tops out at 131 mph.

The 2.5-liter engine in the Mazda 6 is one of the most efficient in this segment. It provides us with a mileage of 25 mpg in the city, which improves to 36 mpg on the highway. Thus we get a combined mileage of 29 mpg from the 2014 Mazda 6. Along with that, it gets a 16.4 gallon of fuel tank capacity, which results in a maximum range of 590 miles.

While the Mazda 6 is the most economical in this comparison, it is followed by both the Hyundai Sonata and Honda Accord with a combined fuel economy of 27 mpg. The Sonata has a slightly higher fuel tank capacity of 18.5 gallons, which provides a maximum range of 629 miles. The 17.2 gallons of fuel tank capacity limits the maximum range of Accord to 584 miles.

The interior design of the 2014 Mazda 6 is clean and aesthetically pleasing. The aluminum accents, leather upholstery in the higher trims, and ergonomic design create a welcoming ambiance inside the Mazda 6. The high material quality inside the vehicle provides a premium feel and comfortable seating for a long ride.

The front row provides better spacing as compared to the rear as the sloping roofline cuts down on the rear headroom. The Mazda 6 can carry up to 5 passengers in total and provides a cargo volume of 14.8 cu.ft behind the rear seat.

All the vehicles in this comparison can accommodate upto 5 passengers inside the cabin. The Hyundai Sonata provides great headroom and legroom at the front, while it lacks in terms of the legroom provided to the rear passengers. The Sonata provides the maximum cargo capacity of 16.4 cu.ft, while the Honda Accord provides 15.8 cu.ft. Here is a list of all the interior features that are available with the 2014 Mazda 6:

• Cloth/leather upholstery
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• 8-way power driver seat 
• 4-way power passenger seat
• Driver memory functions
• Heated front seats

How is the 2014 Mazda 6 Sedan’s infotainment system?

The infotainment system available in the 2014 Mazda 6 comes with great features as standard right from the base trim. It gets a 5.8-inch touchscreen display along with voice control, Bluetooth connectivity, HD Radio, and a rearview camera, only if the Sport is opted with automatic transmission.

The top trims add in a navigation system along with a much better 11-speaker Bose audio system. Here is a list of all the infotainment features that are available with the 2014 Mazda 6:

• 5.8-inch touchscreen
• Voice control
• Bluetooth connectivity
• HD Radio
• Navigation system
• 11-speaker Bose audio system

The 2014 Mazda 6 has a striking design, especially considering it is offered in an affordable midsize sedan market. The long hoot along with the sloping roof and sleek LED headlamps and 19-inch alloy wheels complete the entire look of the vehicle.

The Mazda 6 has a curb weight of 3,232 pounds. It is quite long with a length of 191.5 inches along with a wheelbase of 111.4 inches. It sits quite high to the ground with a ground clearance of 6.7 inches.

The Hyundai Sonata is the heaviest in this comparison with a curb weight of 3,245 pounds, while the Honda Accord is the lightest at 3,192 pounds. All the vehicles in this comparison have a similar footprint on the ground. The Accord's exterior design is quite attractive with its wide body and lower stance. Here is a list of all the exterior features that are available with the 2014 Mazda 6:

• 17/19-inch alloy wheels
• Keyless ignition/entry
• Automatic headlights
• Rain-sensing wipers
• Auto-dimming driver-side mirrors
• Heated side mirrors
• Rear spoiler
• Adaptive/bi-xenon headlights
• LED running lights
• Fog Lights

The NHTSA has given the 2014 Mazda 6 a perfect 5-star safety rating, while the IIHS has given it a Good rating in most of the test segments, except the small front overlap, which gets an Acceptable rating. The IIHS has also awarded the Mazda 6 with a Top Safety Pick Plus award in the midsize sedan category. The Mazda 6 gets multiple safety features that further improve the safety factor of the vehicle. Here is a list of all the safety features that are available with the 2014 Mazda 6:

• Antilock disc brakes
• Traction control
• Stability control
• Front-seat side airbags
• Full-length side curtain airbags 
• Active front head restraints
• Blind-spot 
• Rear cross-traffic monitoring

The 2014 Mazda 6 is one of the most attractive offerings in the midsize sedan market. The engine is decent on power output but provides great overall performance. It is quick on acceleration and provides great fuel economy. The interior is comfortable and has one of the best designs in this segment. The Mazda 6 is high on safety ratings and thus provides a high safety factor for the passengers. All in all, we recommend the sedan in the segment.