Mazda 6 III Sedan (GJ) 2.0 SKYACTIV-G (165 Hp) i-ELOOP
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) Overview:
Mazda 6 (III Sedan (GJ)). With 210 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.5 l/100km). With a weight of 1310 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.1 s). The top speed reaches 216 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 (165 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 9.1 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 5.9 L/100 km for its class.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 489 Liters.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Hatchback (GH, facelift 2010): 2010 - 2012).
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| Brand: | Mazda |
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| Model: | 6 |
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| Generation: | III Sedan (GJ) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 SKYACTIV-G (165 Hp) i-ELOOP |
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| Start of production: | 2012 |
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| End of production: | 2015 |
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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: | 165 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 82.6 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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| Compression ratio: | 14:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.9 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.1 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.1 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 216 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 126 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 160.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1310 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 489 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4865 mm [100mm more] |
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| Width: | 1840 mm [45mm more] |
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| Height: | 1450 mm [10mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm [105mm more] |
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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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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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