Mazda 6 III Sedan (GJ, facelift 2015) 2.0 SKYACTIV-G (145 Hp)
Mazda 6:
The Mazda 6 is a mid-size sedan produced by Mazda since 2002, replacing the long-produced Capella/626.
The Mazda6 was marketed as the first example of the company's "Stylish, Insightful and Spirited" design philosophy, followed by the Mazda2 in December 2002, the RX-8 in August 2003, the Mazda3 in January 2004, the Mazda5 in the summer of 2005, the MX-5 in October 2005, and the CX-7 in November 2006. The 2003 Mazda6 is essentially the seventh-generation Mazda 626, part of the 'G' model code family....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Sedan (GJ, facelift 2015) Overview:
Mazda 6 (III Sedan (GJ, facelift 2015)). With 210 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.1 l/100km). With a weight of 1420 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 208 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (150 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 9.3 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 4.2 L/100 km.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 522 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Sport Combi (GJ): 2012 - 2015).
| General: |
| Brand: | Mazda |
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| Model: | 6 |
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| Generation: | III Sedan (GJ, facelift 2015) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 SKYACTIV-G (145 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2015 |
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| End of production: | 2017 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 145 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 72.6 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 210 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
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| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 83.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 91.2 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 14:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.5 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 208 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.5 kg/Hp, 105.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 152.7 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1375-1465 |
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| Max. weight: | 1935 |
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| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
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| Max load: | 470-560 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 480 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 680 kg |
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| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1500 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4870 mm mm [70mm more] |
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| Width: | 1840 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1450 mm mm [30mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm mm [80mm more] |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 165 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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