I think it's a sharp looking car.
I've not driven one, but it's based on the last Mondeo, so it should handle well.
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I'd be hard pressed to draw a picture of one that's for sure.....
That's an interesting comment, as one of my neighbours has just got a brand new one, and but I was struck by how anonymous (a contradiction, I know) it looks. Probably doesn't help that it's in a kind of drab grey colour.
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There is a 'first' foto, to be released, of the NEW model, in current Autocar.
a bit more presence, in the rear view mirror, if might now have!
VB
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"it's based on the last Mondeo"
I read here that the new Mondeo is based on it.
Am I wrong?
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Definately not related to the old Mondeo. And I said the new CD-EU platform was derived from the old MAzda6 and looks like I was wrong.
I've got a new (old) Mazda6 on order and really enjoyed driving it. Found it comfy etc. It was a 2.0d Sport and that is what I am getting. The TS2 similar but you lose the Xenons, spoiler, auto lights, auto wipers over the sport. But still get Traction Control, BOSE stereo and sun-roof.
I'd suggest you go to the local dealer for a quick test drive. I was very pleased and got a 48 hour test drive to follow-up.
Downside is emissions are a little high (165g/km of CO2) but list price good.
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I have owned a Mazda 6 1.8TS for over four years. The only thing that has gone wrong was the electric headlamp levellers. Both headlamps had to be changed under warranty.
I do find the car a little noisy on the motorway at speeds in excess of 80mph and the ride choppy at low speeds in town. However, they are the only faults that I can find. I believe that the facelift given around 18 months ago greatly improved on these areas.
The car is well equipped for the price and drives very well, particularly on the country road. Fuel consumption in the high 30's on a run, very roomy and well put together.
I would definitely have another one, probably with the 2 litre engine. However, I believe that the new model due out next year will be bigger than the current model. This would put me off.
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I had heard that the Mazda6 could be noisy on the motorway and had poor low speed ride. The sport diesel (so 16" wheels) didn't have these issues so assume it was sorted.
The new Mondeo and Mazda6 are that bit bigger to put me off - 120mm wider for the Mondeo over the old one with mirrors.
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I have a Mazda6 2.0TS 5dr (in Silver) bought new in March 2007. This replaced a BMW 323i E46.
This is the facelifted model referred to above.
After 5000 miles I really cannot fault this car. It's comfortable, good to drive, sharp steering, well equiped - huge boot, fold flat rear seats. My first Japanese car (after 32 years of driving!) and nothing has gone wrong or feels like it's going to. Low 30's mpg in local driving, mid to high 30's on a longer run. This car looks best IMO in the lighter Silver (Silver Contrail).
Compared to the BMW some of the trim is not of the same quality & the FWD is not - of course - up to the RWD BMW - but it does handle well for FWD. A new 6cyl BMW is - however -almost twice the price of a discounted Mazda6 !!
Jacks
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I have also been looking at the Mazda 6, can you tell me if there is a good amount of leg room in the car?
Thanks
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>>>can you tell me if there is a good amount of leg room in the car?
Yes, there's plenty. Good car; had mine nearly 5 years now and will probably buy its replacement in due course.
Clk Sec
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If anyone interested in a new discounted one before the new model arrives in mid Novemeber, then move fast. They stopped making the current one 2.5 months ago (for obvious reasons). Stock is still arriving in the UK probably as it takes time to ship from Hiroshima - 30+ days probably.
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Drivethedeal has the 2.0 petrol for <£15,000 and the diesel for £15,500.
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As much as I like my Mazda6 I wouldn't be looking to pay £15,000 - £15,500 for one at this late stage.
Clk Sec
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Thanks for your comments! I am presuming I will get the new one, which does look better. I quite like the current one, better in saloon form I feel... but it is a bit bland. But, sounds like they drive OK... not bothered about the ride, I have had a few Audis and they don't actually have suspension fitted to the Sport models or so it feels!
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When are you expecting the Mazda6? The earliest I've heard the new one is out is mid November but my supplying dealer does not think the diesels will be out until a bit later.
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I think I am having a pool car from September then a new one when they're out. I just hope "pool" doesn't mean clapped out 1992 626! : )
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Found out today my car grade went up by 2 after I've ordered the new car... now with an extra £32 per month to spend would I have chosen differently? The Mazda is actually going to be £40pm less than my car allowance. Or I could have got a cash allowance of £6300 instead. Too late now though - I'll just get back the difference in my salary albeit small after tax.
Hope the new Mazda6 is good when it comes out - I'm not sure of the front (RX-8 styling) but the inside looks a lot like the RX-8 to me. I did like the current/old Mazda6 when I drove it (felt a little more fun than the Mondeo) hence getting one. Oh and I'm looking forward to a sunroof again - last car with one was my Golf GTI which also had climate ;-) Best of both.
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Looks like a relaxed 115mph cruiser in its CBCB mugshot stevied...
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What's CBCB Lud? Is it like C Beebies? : )
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Car by car breakdown... sorry.
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Ah yes! Obvious really, not firing on all cylinders today.
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It's also on the Mazda website:
www.mazda.co.uk/Showroom/ComingSoon/2007Mazda6/
The old centre air vents (circular) seem to be gone:
www.autoblog.com/photos/2008-mazda6/320055/
In fact a lot looks RX-8 .. not that I have one. But the outer two are still there and the new Mondeo
has Mazda6 style circular vents in the centre of the car. I've checked I think.
Now if they did a diesel RX-8 in Europe.... The pros without the cons. Then an RX-8 with a normal engine might be a pro too.
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If it looks like this then I'll grin a lot - talk about spy shots ;-)
www.worldcarfans.com/6070724.002/mini5/new-mazda-6...s
Maybe it was BBD for a laugh
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Wow, the new Mazda looks fantastic. I had decided to go for an Accord as my next car. Now I'm not so sure!
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Sorry, does that have new mondeo badges on it badges on it or mazda badges?
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Assume you're not referring to the Mazda Mondeo pic I posted a ref to :-)
The front of the new Mazda sure is bold looking:
www.mazda.co.uk/Showroom/ComingSoon/2007Mazda6/
Shame my car is replaced in October (if not sooner) so no chance of trying it :-(
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I purchased a 6 from new, 54 plate.
Nice looking car but thats as far as it goes. No mechanical issues as such other than heavy wear on front tyres,noisy engine, noisy on motorway. Drab drive,awful stereo,boring company car image.......paint thin hence scratches,bodywork easily dented in supermarket car parks.
Main dealers who refuse to believe these things rattle,and boy do they rattle
boring,boring,boring...
A sheep in wolfs clothing....its gone and im happy
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Doog your response is very useful. And maybe not too late for me....
I wonder if "noisy engine, noisy on motorway" was addressed on the 2005 revision? I drove a brand new Sport diesel hatch and it was okay to me - better than the Mondeo but my Mondeo might be the issue.
Interested to know model though... "awful stereo"... I will get the Bose 6 disk changer and maybe iPod connector. Was yours a Bose, i.e. TS2/Sport? Interested as I drove the car without stereo mostly on test drive to listen to everything else, like wind noise.
As for scratches/dents in supermarket.... you should see the Mondeo! The previous Passat had no scratches going back at all! And I parked in the same places etc. so paint a factor on cars.
You've concerned me slightly as I liked the car and will have for 4 years!
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