2009 Mazda 6 | Expert Evaluations

2009 Mazda 6 GT-V6

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81^%

By Marc Bouchard

July 24, 2008

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More assertive styling
Dynamic steering
Excellent brake feel

Limited rear-seat headroom
Noisy 4-cylinder

Fuel economy is a concern
No more 5-door sedan and wagon

2009 Mazda 6 GT-V6

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79^%

By Daniel Lafrance

Sept. 15, 2008

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2009 Mazda 6 GT-I4

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80^%

By Daniel Lafrance

Sept. 15, 2008

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2009 Mazda 6 GT-I4

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81^%

By Justin Pritchard

Sept. 21, 2008

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Upscale looks
Gorgeous interior
Decent highway mileage
Plenty of bang for the buck

Electronic throttle feel
Little feedback from steering

2009 Mazda 6 GT-V6

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74^%

By Bertrand Godin

Sept. 22, 2008

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Considerably more spacious
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2009 Mazda 6 GS-I4

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76^%

By Rob Rothwell

Oct. 27, 2008

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2009 Mazda 6 GS-V6

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81^%

By Michel Deslauriers

Nov. 17, 2008

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Elegant design
Powerful engine
Lots of interior space

Heavy fuel consumption in city driving
Some lost sportiness
No more manual gearbox with V6

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2009 Mazda 6 GT-V6

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82^%

By Charles Renny

Feb. 1, 2009

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Comfortable and easy-adjustable seats
Flawless performance in the coldest of weather
Confidence-inspiring to drive.
Blind spot warning device works well

HVAC system takes a bit of time to figure out
Dashtop HVAC readouts a long ways from the controls

Some controls are small and require practice with gloves on

2009 Mazda 6 GS-I4

Rating

72^%

By Luc Gagné

Feb. 23, 2009

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