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Mazda6 Engine Problems

  • Mazda6 Engine Problems

    Written by: racefanf1 on Jun 28, 2011 8:36:34 AM

    I'll restate this original posting. This is my original thread for Mazda6 Engine Problems. I have a 2007 4 cyl, 5 Spd Mazda 6. The engine blew at 11,000 miles. and again at 23,000 miles. I'm a Engineer and a mechanic. I specialize in FMEA (Failure Mode & Effect Annalysis) Which means I know no Mazda Service Manager can blame me for my engine failure without a tear down for Root ... Read More

  • Re: Mazda 6 Engines should be outlawed [temeculatim]

    Written by: pmac3 on Jun 28, 2011 7:44:47 AM

    I have the same problem with my 2007 Mazda6, 67,000 miles and it died. Please let us know if you really want to get a law suit going.

Mazda6 Sedan

  • Should I trust a 2010/11/12 Mazda6?

    Written by: scaredinohio on Mar 13, 2011 10:33:52 AM

    After reading other issues with Mazda6's... have they changed the 2010, 2011, or 2012 enough to avoid buying a bad car??? My 2007 Chrysler Pacifica just ate itself and I have 12 more payments... due to oil consumption problems that occurred between the 60-65K oil change... they know it's a lemon. But I feel like the fool because I bet the sales guy was internally laughing his ass off for buying ... Read More

Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: 2010 i GT auto with Tech Pkg. [jeffyscott]

    Written by: igozoomzoom on Jan 9, 2011 1:00:08 AM

    Well, you do get a 5/10 year warranty with Kia. I think/hope they have come a long way since the days of the Sephia, etc. I drove an Optima from 2 generations back, as a rental car for a week once and it was terrible. Agree with you on the looks. Kia is making some nice looking (to me) cars. Both the Optima and Forte look good and better to me ... Read More

Mazda6 Sedan

  • Re: mazda6 touring handling question [michaelscai]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Oct 14, 2010 6:55:24 AM

    I felt my 2007 Mazda6 had steering that was a bit light, Accord I test drove back in 2006 seemed even lighter and was too light for me while the Mazda was light but acceptable. I think the new version of Mazda6 is lighter than mine. After a while, I got used to the lighter feel and it did not bother me. I was coming from a Contour, which had a ... Read More

Mazda6 Engine Problems

  • Re: Mazda 6 2007 - Ticking Noises [ryanmazda07]

    Written by: onlam on May 7, 2010 6:56:54 PM

    Ticking noise. This could be it. Service bulletin from Mazda that address this problem. http://www.finishlineperformance.com/pdf/mazda6/bulletin/01-012-07-1787a.pdf or use this service bulletin http://www.finishlineperformance.com/pdf/mazda6/bulletin/01-031-07-1835.pdf

2009 Mazda6

  • Re: Mazda sales,my experience [numb3rz]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Dec 10, 2009 2:44:48 PM

    Okie-dokey, I had mistakenly assumed you were saying something more specific than that. I guess I'd have to say that my gas mileage sucks on my 2007 Mazda6, 4 cyl. Commuting to and from work, it gets only a "couple" mpg's more than my old V6 minivan got.

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Nissan Altima or Chevy Malibu [8babies1dog]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Dec 23, 2009 6:16:37 AM

    Now that is a good way to answer :) . In my case in 2007, it finally came down to the appearance of the car and price. I was deciding between Fusion, Milan, and Mazda6. It is not that appearance was the most important factor to me, it is just that was the main differentiator between them. In other, more important, areas it was a toss-up or I liked this about ... Read More

2009 Mazda6

  • Mazda Reliability

    Written by: mitchflorida on Jul 24, 2009 3:26:52 PM

    Reliability The 2009 Mazda Mazda6 reliability score of 4.0 out of 10 is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Mazda protects buyers with a three-year or 36,000-mile limited warranty. The powertrain is also ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Malibu Premium for Transmission [dbostondriver]

    Written by: m6user on Mar 23, 2009 9:13:28 AM

    I had a conversation with a person in CT over on the Mazda6 forum about the price difference between what new/used Mazda6s went for in the NE US vs. Chicago area. He works for a Mazda dealer and is very familiar with both dealer/auction prices. It was quite eye opening. It appeared that there was several thousand $ difference on both new and used like vehicles between the two markets. I ... Read More

Mazda6 Accessories and Modifications

  • IPod Integration

    Written by: ronny77 on Dec 23, 2008 1:43:33 PM

    Has Mazda improved their IPod integration kit since 2007? I would like to be able to integrate my IPod into a 2009 Mazda6 factory audio system. My girlfriend's CX-7 has the "IPod kit" and its crap. Does not allow you to go from song to song, makes you set up playlists to hear songs, etc. Ideally, I would like to display song info on the Navi screen. Is that possible? Is ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [mz6greyghost]

    Written by: dm1212 on Oct 30, 2008 1:06:14 PM

    Your point? My '04 Mazda6 has 72K miles with just about every option, and I've had ONE issue, a faulty gas cap, replaced under warranty. And handling IMO is just as good, since they're both FWD, while saving $$$$ with both the purchase and service/parts. The A6 is AWD, if thats what your talking about. Its almost IMPOSSIBLE to find an A6 in FWD, because with the FWD option you can't ... Read More

2009 Mazda6

  • Re: 2009 Mazda6 I4 Fuel Economy Test [aviboy97]

    Written by: moparbad on Sep 11, 2008 10:23:04 AM

    No other I4 in this class gets that. I would be highly shocked if Mazda, a company with FE as it's 3rd priority, could accomplish that. I can easily obtain 35 mpg in my 2007 Mazda6 i automatic given the conditions described. 33 mpg for an entire tank from pump to pump including some city driving has been replicated many, many times on trips. If 2009 truly has better fuel economy ... Read More

  • Re: 2 questions on Mazda 6 [aviboy97]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Sep 9, 2008 9:15:22 AM

    I had thought my A/C was weak in my 2007 Mazda6. I eventually noticed the problem was that it would sometimes cut out when stopped, like it is supposed to do under hard acceleration. The last flash update of the ECU mostly eliminated the problem...it has recurred only once. After the update it seemed like rpms would drop more slowly after stopping. That said the A/C is not all that great, ... Read More

  • Re: Mazda6 Reliability [jason777]

    Written by: chikoo on Sep 6, 2008 8:04:07 PM

    My Mazda is 2004. It took them until 2007 model to get an average rating in CR. This was because they were clubbing the old piece of junk 626 reliability data with the 2003+ Mazda6.

  • Re: Mazda6 Reliability [aviboy97]

    Written by: jason777 on Sep 6, 2008 3:47:14 PM

    My Mazda is 2004. It took them until 2007 model to get an average rating in CR. I know people with Nissans and Toyotas who have never had a single problem with their cars. I am familiar with the Toyota Camry V6 transmission problems. The car rental company told me the Toyotas for them have been the most reliable. We just need to be aware that Mazda's most important priority isn't ... Read More

  • Re: 2007 Mazda 6 [aelsner]

    Written by: moveover on Sep 4, 2008 12:23:06 PM

    What was the MSRP on 2007? I just bought a 08 Mazda6 VE with a MSRP of $22.1K for $17K before ttl. Just looked on the website of the dealer I bought from and they raised their listed prices by $500. Maybe some Mazda to dealer rebate ended at the end of August.

  • Re: Mazda6 [jeffyscott]

    Written by: moparbad on Sep 4, 2008 10:04:40 AM

    Not that there is necessarily a whole lot of difference between "below average" and "average", but CR has Mazda right at average overall. See April 2008 issue, page 17 or April 2007, page 25. I agree, not much difference between first and worst. Vehicle Dependability 2008 I completely disagree with CR's sampling method (they only survey subsribers to CR) and am not a CR fan at all. When you state that ... Read More

  • Re: Mazda6 [moparbad]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Sep 4, 2008 7:16:09 AM

    Mazda has below average reliability scores. Not that there is necessarily a whole lot of difference between "below average" and "average", but CR has Mazda right at average overall. See April 2008 issue, page 17 or April 2007, page 25.

  • Reliability

    Written by: kapaaian on Sep 4, 2008 7:05:12 AM

    Mazda Reliability is kinda a hard thing to really get a grasp on due to a couple factors. These being the type of car, and thus buyer, they attract. And second, the age. Of full car lines, Mazda has the youngest demographic of any brand. Only Scion skews slightly younger, and that's obviously not nearly as diverse a product line. Also, Mazda buyers tend to be enthusiast. Put young and enthusiasm ... Read More

  • Re: Mazda6 [heybroder]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Sep 3, 2008 8:04:32 PM

    Mazda 4 banger's have been historically great. The 6-speed automatic tranny is built by Aisin, who also builds tranny's for Toyota and has built tranny's for Honda in the past. The 5-speed auto and 6-speed manual are built by Jatco, I think. The one minor weak point I would say is the V6 engine. However, it has had wonderful reviews and has been pretty flawless since its inception in 2007 (CX-9). ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Some compliments to the KIA Optima [mickeyrom]

    Written by: moveover on Aug 28, 2008 12:01:43 PM

    In 2006 MAZDA had the 50/4 yr bumper to bumper and reduced that in 2007 to 36/3 yr with a 60/5yr drive train According to a leading German publication the Mazda6 is the most reliable car for the first 100,000 km Btw. 2007 Mazda6 ex-rentals (Hertz) are selling for $15-16k with 30K

  • Re: Some compliments to the KIA Optima [mickeyrom]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Aug 28, 2008 11:16:52 AM

    we are going way off subject Is comparing the pricing of midsize sedans is considered to be off-topic here in the midsize sedans comparison discussion? Clearly you are surprised by what the actual selling price of the Mazda6 had been, as I had postulated :) . The point being that Kia and Hyundai are not the only lower priced options in the midsize segment. The Mazda6 and at times Ford Fusion ... Read More

  • Re: Some compliments to the KIA Optima [mickeyrom]

    Written by: m6user on Aug 28, 2008 9:59:35 AM

    I think the key word in Jeffy's response was "were" on the Mazda6 pricing. He is referring to the 2008/2007s before the new Mazda6 which is what you are pricing on the Mazda web. Don't know why you would compare a newly redesigned model that just came out with no discounting to your Optima pricing. a 2008 Mazda6 equipped as he described was selling all over Chicagoland for $5k to $5.5k ... Read More

2009 Mazda6

  • Re: Over the years... [kapaaian]

    Written by: m6user on Aug 25, 2008 8:48:29 AM

    The EPA numbers prior to that were pretty accurate on Mazdas actually or at least quite a bit closer It was mainly pre-2008 epa numbers I was referring to. I have an 07 Mazda6 I4 auto and on the freeway get about 31-33 depending on how much of a hurry I'm in but usually around 65-70mph. I believe that if I were to really try for mpg I could hit 33-34 ... Read More

  • Re: Altima uses premium [captain2]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Aug 25, 2008 8:35:10 AM

    Let's see how late the 3.7L really is.... Toyota Camry 3.5L --------debuted 2006 (269hp) Hyundai Sonata 3.3L------debuted 2006 upgraded 2009 (237hp-249hp) Honda Accord 3.5L--------debuted 2008 upgrades 2009 (268hp-271hp) Nissan Altima3.5L---------debuted 2003 upgraded 2005-2007 (245hp-250hp-270hp) Ford Fusion 3.0L-----------debuted 2005 (221hp) Chevy Malibu 3.6L----------debuted 2008 (252hp) Mazda6 3.7L-----------------debuted 2009 (272hp) As far as I can see, looks like everyone was behind Nissan in this department. Once exception is that in 03-05 Honda had ... Read More

Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: Buying brand new 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport Sedan 4D, any help [moveover]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Aug 21, 2008 10:17:30 AM

    Right around $5K off MSRP seems to have been a good but commonly available deal in many areas for the past several years. That is the about the deal I got on a 2007 Mazda6i SVE automatic back in Jan 2007 and I have since read of many getting about that deal, many paying more, and a very few doing better.

2009 Mazda6

  • Re: [trobson]

    Written by: blueguydotcom on Aug 19, 2008 9:56:58 PM

    Used up-market, less warranty, higher repair costs, higher insurance, higher TCO. Significant issues, ones that 'define' class as much as anything. A 2007 Certified Infiniti G35 with 25k miles comes with a better warranty than a new Mazda6. :) Mazda warranty: Mazda warrants that new 2007 and 2008 Mazda cars and trucks will be free of defects with normal use and prescribed maintenance for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever comes ... Read More

  • Re: Wow, I was more right than I thought I was (deja vu) [m6user]

    Written by: blueguydotcom on Aug 19, 2008 7:26:36 PM

    Depends on how you shop. If you're a segment-only, new only shopper, then no, the options outside of the Mazda6, Camry, Altima and Accord rarely come up. I tend to shop based on size, performance, usability and price. Segment is meaningless to me; as is new or used. For 20-30k I see a variety that many 6 buyers will never entertain. If one is willing to blow 28k on a Mazda6, ... Read More

Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: Got our auto MAZDA6 i Sports Sedan, Sport Value Edition [jfritsch]

    Written by: sethnaga on Aug 19, 2008 6:16:08 PM

    jfritsch I test drove a 2008 Mazda 6 Sport Value edition today and they quoted a price of 16500+TTL. That will be 17.5 OTD. The dealership also has 2007 Models still lying (Not sold since the past 2 years! Brand new). What is the best price for brand new 2007 model sport and brand new 2007 Value edition - 4 cylinder versions you think I should pay Also After test driving, ... Read More

2009 Mazda6

  • Mazda sales in Europe up

    Written by: m6user on Aug 18, 2008 4:56:16 PM

    LEVERKUSEN – August 18, 2008: So far this year, Mazda has seen booming sales as the popularity of its first and second-generation Zoom-Zoom vehicles continues to grow across Europe. Last month, Mazda sold 27,700 vehicles, which is up 28 percent compared to July 2007 and the best volume in 17 years. Maybe it's the Euro 09 Mazda6????

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Mazda6 revs [captain2]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Aug 14, 2008 10:02:52 AM

    The new Mazda6 is a "big boys" car. The vehicle itself is a more then capable alternative to the Altima / Accord / Camry. The build quality is simply fantastic, and choice materials are simply better then the Camry and Altima. The interior is far more user friendly then the Accord. The Mazda6 is also far more refined then the previous model. With more power and better FE, there is not ... Read More

Article Comments - 2009 Mazda 6 First Drive and Full Test

  • Re: 2009 Mazda 6 [leowin]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Aug 14, 2008 7:17:58 AM

    The earlier Mazda3's (04-06) had A/C issues. For 2007 that was fixed. I have a 2005 Mazda6, and the A/C is very very cold. I have also driven the 2009 a lot as well, and it's been quite hot out, and the A/C has worked just fine.

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Hyundai up Sonata rebate [moocow1]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Jul 2, 2008 8:21:50 AM

    Resale will not go up as long as they continue to sell new for thousands less then the top dogs. If you get a new Sonata for $16,000, and it suffers the industry average 20% deprecation in its first year, you are looking at a car worth $12,800 after year one, when it had a window sticker of around $20,000. Almost 50% value gone from MSRP. That's not too good. Mazda ... Read More

2009 Mazda6

  • Re: Pics of 6 I4 in CA parking [aviboy97]

    Written by: exit123 on Jun 20, 2008 2:05:03 PM

    There is your mistake. Dealers have not been able to order Mazda6 5-doors since January, which equates to dealer inventory in March. If you are seeing 30% 5-doors in inventory, that means those cars have been sitting for at least 90 days. Allocations in January were also very minimal, so, in reality, most of those cars were ordered in 2007. Average turn around for Mazda6's are 60 days. What does this ... Read More

  • Re: Pics of 6 I4 in CA parking [exit123]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Jun 19, 2008 8:20:47 PM

    My observation was that on any given Sunday afternoon when I checked my local dealer (I'm in the southwest), about 20-30% were 5-doors. There is your mistake. Dealers have not been able to order Mazda6 5-doors since January, which equates to dealer inventory in March. If you are seeing 30% 5-doors in inventory, that means those cars have been sitting for at least 90 days. Allocations in January were also very ... Read More

Article Comments - 2009 Mazda 6 First Drive and Full Test

  • Re: I will say this though [maxamillion1]

    Written by: aviboy97 on May 28, 2008 4:03:26 PM

    Yes, for 2008 both "i" and "s" models were only automatics for the GT trim. In 2007, that was not the case. I was told by Mazda that this was the case to supply more 5-speed manuals for the lower trims and the Mazda3's. I will agree with you about the FE on the I4/MTX since that is what interests me too. If I were in the market for a 2009 ... Read More

  • Re: I will say this though [jeffyscott]

    Written by: aviboy97 on May 28, 2008 3:52:53 PM

    My source is my ordering guide line given to my by Mazda North American Operations. They not only tell me what percentage I can order (stick/auto) but, also projected yearly sales percentages as well. Since MY08 allocations closed 2 months ago (I have not ordered any since Jan), I cannot bring up those figures. I did order my first batch of 2009 Mazda6's (15 total V6 and I4) and I ordered ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Malibu Vs Accord Vs Camry vs Sonata [captain2]

    Written by: mz6greyghost on May 1, 2008 7:21:23 AM

    It is not just me that has seemingly written the 'new' DT off, reference that Taurus test in the February CR I referenced. Of course, since CR (a magazine that tests toasters and fabric softeners) is such an "authority" on cars. Right... This thread was seemingly started by conversations about this 'great new Mazda' 3.7, which I regard as still a DT and still a Ford engine. I only wish that ... Read More

2009 Mazda6

  • Re: Global Design [mz6greyghost]

    Written by: moparbad on Apr 25, 2008 8:48:38 PM

    Mazda is NOT spending twice the $$$$ or resources on different cars with the same name, it's the same platform, modified for the specific market. It's similar to GM selling modified Opels in the US as Saturns. Mazda6 2009 is bigger on the outside than Atenza, it is bigger on the inside than Atenza. It requires different tooling than Atenza and greater engineering cost than if they were the same. THEY ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Malibu Vs Accord Vs Camry vs Sonata [jeffyscott]

    Written by: lilengineerboy on Apr 26, 2008 6:15:52 AM

    I like my Mazda6, but it is not really a "sports sedan" is it? (well, mine clearly is not...but even if it were a V6 manual, would it be?) I don't think there is anything particularly un-sporty about even the base Mazda6, and I think sportiness isn't always about power (the E36 3-series is considered sporty and power-wise it was about the same as my Contour). The problem with Mazda's 4 ... Read More

Mazda6 Lease Questions

  • Re: 2007 Mazda6 wagon [scottinky]

    Written by: Car_man on Mar 7, 2008 3:13:10 AM

    Hi scottinky. Mazda is not providing lease support on 2007 models any longer. I don't even through that you could lease an '07 model through its captive finance company if you wanted to. As a result, you would have to go through an independent bank to lease this car if you could even find one that is still leasing 2007 models. I suspect that you will be better off going with ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Test drove a Milan w/ V-6 and Sync [zzzoom6]

    Written by: urnews on Feb 10, 2008 12:14:52 PM

    Thanks for a very enjoyable review, Zzzoom6. ... I was impressed at how a few changes in the interior and suspension bits could transform a Mazda6 to meet the needs of a more mature and refined buyer. Maybe my age, 64 at the time (a more mature and refined buyer) had something to do with our decision to go with a 2007 Ford Fusion SEL AWD in December 2006. My wife ... Read More

2009 Mazda6

  • Re: I am excited about the 2009 Mazda6 [aviboy97]

    Written by: d_hyper on Feb 1, 2008 9:28:52 AM

    That's the only image I saw of 2010 Mazda3. Sorry for off-topic http://dikarockz.blogspot.com/2007/12/hot-news-2010-mazda-3.html

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: 2009 Fusion Engine [captain2]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Jan 22, 2008 11:48:02 AM

    Going by 2007's numbers, here are the EPA's estimates for the following for 4 bangers. Honda Accord : 24-34 Nissan Altima: 26-34 Toyota Camry: 24-33 Ford Fusion: 23-31 Mazda6 : 24-31 I believe that the oldest engine design in this segment is the Fords, because they are using Mazdas 2.3L design that debuted in 2002 for the 2003 Mazda6. All of the other 4 cyl's are newer, aside from Hondas 2.4. ... Read More

2009 Mazda6

  • 2009 6

    Written by: ppellico on Jan 1, 2008 7:44:45 PM

    Oh...and one more thing as long as we are discussing the new Mazda6. I wonder if anybody has heard that they might put the newest Ford Twin Force engines into any of the newest Mazdas??? These are supposed to be wonderful and really have high power AND MPG!!!! http://www.autosavant.net/2007/07/turbo-happy-ford.html

  • mazda6

    Written by: ppellico on Jan 1, 2008 7:39:51 PM

    Let's all hope we can soon see the US version of the 09 6. Has anybody heard if they will show in Detroit or Chicago at the shows> Also, I see that many have been discussing the 2010 3...here it is. Hope you like it as much as I... ppellico http://dikarockz.blogspot.com/2007/12/hot-news-2010-mazda-3.html

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Are we done yet? [mz6greyghost]

    Written by: lilengineerboy on Dec 25, 2007 10:32:24 PM

    Or it could be like how I bought my 6: Walked into a dealer with the EXACT car color/options/drivetrain that I wanted (Gray/moonroof, no leather/V6 with 5-speed manual). So you got a Base Mazda6 S with the moonroof option. This combination didn't even exist in 2007, so I guess you are lucky you got it when you did. Of course, if you use the same cost for the optional sunroof, going ... Read More

2009 Mazda6

  • 2009 Mazda 6 (euro) review

    Written by: d_hyper on Dec 17, 2007 9:57:23 AM

    There's a preview (a short driving test) in a respected russian magazine with gorgeous shots of the car. In a brief, the car is better than a previous version in every respect and looks stunning. Also, aerodynamically superior to the most cars on the road (Cx=0.27) http://www.autoreview.ru/archive/2007/20/mazda6_2gen/

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: 2007 Ford Mondeo [robertsmx]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Dec 7, 2007 11:46:38 AM

    Good point. Quick check of Mazda UK shows the Mazda6 priced about where the Mondeo is. OTOH, the exchage rate is also part of the reason companies like Ford are making money in Europe, while losing here. European manufacturers are also losing money in the US, due to the weak dollar... they can not just increase prices by 50% and expect to sell. OTOOH, it may be that bringing the Mondeo ... Read More

  • Re: Fleet sales [aviboy97]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Dec 5, 2007 2:11:14 PM

    Also, depending on what incentive $$ that dealer gets from Mazda, selling those Mazda6's at that price just might be profitable, or at least break even. Yes, I think that is the key. there are a couple dealers that will sometimes, toward the end of the month, have ads with great discounts. I've assumed that this is due to wanting to meet some sales goal for some sort of bonus from ... Read More

  • Re: Fleet sales [jeffyscott]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Dec 5, 2007 8:22:53 AM

    At that dealer one would have only needed to add a $99 document fee to that price and this would net a deal at $4500 below MSRP. That is a great deal. I am thinking that dealers need to get these vehicle off their lot to avoid paying $$ in floor plan. Also, depending on what incentive $$ that dealer gets from Mazda, selling those Mazda6's at that price just might ... Read More

  • Re: Fleet sales [aviboy97]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Dec 5, 2007 5:51:11 AM

    I am looking at my program sheets from the past 12 months. Mazda did not introduce a $2000 rebate until the July/August. For most of the year here it was $1000 and then an additional $1000 if you took MAC financing. That was the deal when I bought in Jan. Maybe there are regional differences in rebates, other incentive, and even in the discounts that are needed to sell? When my ... Read More

  • Re: Fleet sales [aviboy97]

    Written by: backy on Dec 4, 2007 2:40:21 PM

    My nearest Mazda dealer (Twin Cities area) has been running an ad for weeks with 2007 Mazda6es at $5100 off, including rebates. I know those prices are legit because they are a no-haggle dealership, so the price on the car is what you pay. Since that is with a no-haggle dealership, I expect it would be possible to get a little better deal at other area dealers with some hard negotiating. ... Read More

  • Re: Fleet sales [jeffyscott]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Dec 4, 2007 1:00:36 PM

    Not sure what you are looking at, but they had ~$2000 or higher rebates available since about Nov 2006. I am looking at my program sheets from the past 12 months. Mazda did not introduce a $2000 rebate until the July/August. Currently, there is now a $2,500 rebate on all 07's. There was a $1000 rebate for most of the year prior. I got about an additional $1500 below that in ... Read More

  • Re: More '09 Mazda6 interior pics [mz6greyghost]

    Written by: robertsmx on Nov 14, 2007 1:05:48 PM

    The Mazda 6/NAV bears some similarities to Camry’s dash. Both have thin horizontal buttons on both sides of the screen. The problem with those is not only they are small, they are also not as easy to figure out with a quick glance. OTOH, I have seen plenty of comments around how buttons in Accord have intimated folks. The fact is that they are logically grouped, are large and are much ... Read More

  • Re: Appliances [robertsmx]

    Written by: zzzoom6 on Oct 26, 2007 8:07:44 PM

    Again, those very same points were made ten years ago too. If you look closely, now and in the past (pick any period), Accord has never been at the top in anything except ownership cost, engine quality, ergonomics and may be dependability. Actually, the Accord had quite a bit of value compared to it's peers at one point. It really had a quality advantage that many other cars did not have ... Read More

  • Re: Most Wanted Re: the meaning of zoom-zoom [robertsmx]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Oct 24, 2007 12:31:48 PM

    I think people, from my interaction with them everyday at work, that many Honda/Toyota/Nissan/Mazda buyers look at CR for reliability and quality before they look at JD Powers. From talking to a lot of people in the auto industry, connected to many different mfgr's, JD Powers is not really regarded as a great source for anything. They are more like a Car and Driver or Motor Trend. What does "overall quality" ... Read More

  • Re: Most Wanted Re: the meaning of zoom-zoom [backy]

    Written by: robertsmx on Oct 21, 2007 9:01:38 PM

    Forget ME, if others cared, wouldn't a "most wanted" mainstream car actually sell better than Mazda6 does? Thru September 2006, Mazda had sold 52.5K units, and this year, the number is at 44K. What makes for a "most wanted" car? Is its "want" being limited by production? Or is it limited by demand? I would love for you to explain that, instead of trying to jump on my throat. Unless, most ... Read More

  • Most Wanted Re: the meaning of zoom-zoom [captain2]

    Written by: moparbad on Oct 21, 2007 4:15:48 PM

    Mazda6 2007 Edmunds Editors Most Wanted Sedan under $25000 quote- The 2007 Mazda 6 and Mazdaspeed 6 stand as symbols of what a midrange sedan should be, compromising nothing and surpassing expectations on almost every level. -end Hmmmm....

2009 Mazda6

  • Re: 2009 Mazda 6 [aviboy97]

    Written by: jaxs1 on Oct 20, 2007 8:29:36 PM

    It is not too expensive to have two platforms if they warm over the existing 2007 platform with new sheetmetal and interior. That is what has been done with the Ford Focus for the last several years and they are going to again stretch it a few more years with the restyled 2008 Focus. Ford is doing this to save money, and they never did that before either, so it is ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: the meaning of zoom-zoom [captain2]

    Written by: zzzoom6 on Oct 19, 2007 10:09:21 AM

    Simply tightening up a suspension, and making a car ride (and feel) like a go cart, does not change the laws of physics and the ultimate terminal understeer that all cars of this genre must suffer from. In summary, if Mazda really wanted to compete on these 25 mph curvies you reference they also need to get out of the FWD car business (as do many other mfgrs.). I would love ... Read More

Mazda6 Lease Questions

  • Re: October figures [Car_man]

    Written by: doug_t on Oct 18, 2007 7:24:42 PM

    Hi Car_Man. Are you sure about Mazda no longer having any lease deals on the 2007's? There still seems to be one posted on the Mazda site, good through 10/31. I assume that when I see something like this, they are still offering aggressive lease terms on the car, no? Thanks so much for all your time and effort here. - Doug ======================================================= 2007 MAZDA6 i Sports Sedan Sport Value Edition ... Read More

2009 Mazda6

  • Sales of the 09

    Written by: moparbad on Sep 12, 2007 9:40:59 AM

    All I can hope for is that Mazda will stop selling over 40% of Mazda6 into rental fleet sales. 43% of 2007 Mazda6 were selling into Fleet! The effect on residuals is horrible!

Mazda6 Lease Questions

  • Re: 2007 mazda6 [mickylyn]

    Written by: Car_man on Oct 16, 2007 3:29:30 AM

    Ahhhh, mickylyn, I see that you mentioned the missing information in your next post. OK, I have already provided you with the 36 month, 15k info. Mazda Credit's current 24 month, 15,000 mile per year buy rate lease money factor and residual value for the 2008 Mazda6s Sedan are .00102 and 59%. The numbers for a 48 month, 15k lease are .00195 and 43%. If you were to lease this car ... Read More

  • Re: 2007 mazda6 [mickylyn]

    Written by: Car_man on Oct 16, 2007 3:27:00 AM

    Hello mickylyn. This car's lease program varies by term and mileage allowance. You never mentioned what either off these variables are, so for now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month lease with 15,000 miles per year. Let me know if you want something different. Mazda Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2008 Mazda6s Sedan with ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: lilengineerboy [captain2]

    Written by: aviboy97 on Oct 10, 2007 2:44:03 PM

    how on earth could KBB or NADA (or anybody) anticipate that the market for 6s would get so bad that $6k discounts would have to be offered and those resale values would necessarily decrease by a similar amount? Other then that one Texas dealer you told me about, I have not seen $6K in discounts. I am a Mazda dealer, and I would be losing major money if I sold them ... Read More

Mazda6 Maintenance and Repair

  • Re: 2005 Mazda 6 Electrical Problem? [jbwilk]

    Written by: datdude on Oct 3, 2007 1:41:57 AM

    (Sorry for the long post below but I'm sure the info may be helpful to those of you having or will be having the battery failure/weird electrical problem that is starting to show up on Mazda6's). Last Saturday in the driveway, my '05 Mazda6 Sport w/V6, automatic and low mileage (13,500) had the same no-start, crazy dancing needles on the gauges with and without the key in the ignition, buzzing sound ... Read More

Mazda6 Lease Questions

  • Re: 2007 Mazda 6i Sport Value Edition [wagagog]

    Written by: Car_man on Mar 15, 2007 3:02:06 AM

    You're very welcome, wagagog. Generally speaking, the longer a lease is, the lower its monthly payment will be. Here is the information on this car's current program that you're interested in. Mazda Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 27 month lease of a 2007 Mada6 i Sport Value Edition with 10,500 miles per year are .00229 and 65%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical ... Read More

  • Re: 2007 Mazda6 SVE manual [rufus26pt2]

    Written by: moparbad on Sep 19, 2007 3:33:57 PM

    quote MazdaUSA- 2007 MAZDA6 i Sports Sedan Sport Value Edition AT $199/Month, 24-Month Lease, $2,199 due at Lease Signing after $1,500 MAC lease cash back. Includes 1st Month’s Payment. Excludes taxes, title and fees.-end Mazda has $199 a month promoted on their website for an automatic. For a manual trans. you should expect less than $199 and certainly no more than $199 a month.

  • 2007 Mazda6 SVE manual

    Written by: rufus26pt2 on Sep 19, 2007 2:20:34 PM

    So I had an offer of $259 a month for a 24 month lease $2000 down on a Mazda6 SVE Stick 12,000 miles. I haggled a bit more and the dealer said he would reduce the price by $600 but when he calculated the lease price, it was a few dollars higher per month and said his prior calculation was a mistake. I told him no thanks and left. I contacted ... Read More

Mazda6 Hatchback

  • Some more info on new Mazda6

    Written by: autohound1 on Sep 15, 2007 8:25:48 PM

    Found a some more info on the new Euro-spec Mazda6 that I thought might interest some. Nothing earth-shattering, but every bit counts! This is from Mazda's UK site: "An advanced six-speed manual transmission engages the new range of engines, which includes a class-leading 2.5-litre petrol engine (170 PS) and an updated diesel (140 PS). Steering and handling enhancements give a greater sense of smoothness, precision and confidence. Environmental and safety performance ... Read More

Mazda6 Sedan

  • Re: Well I test drove a 2007 Mazda 6 [carguy58]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Sep 14, 2007 2:45:41 PM

    I guess I expected more as I thought the Cobalt was supposed to be a big improvement over the Cavalier. Did not seem much better to me in terms of "drivability" or desirability. I understand the Cobalt is a cheap car (which should be the criteria for expectations, rather than compactness), Focus is cheap too but seems to be a much better car than the cobalt despite being an older design. ... Read More

Mazda6 Hatchback

  • Re: 2008 Mazda6 at deaRe: 2007 [moparbad]

    Written by: maltb on Sep 6, 2007 4:45:12 PM

    and I'll also reccomend that people check out Bemis Mazda in Sycamore, Il.

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Aura I4 [jd10013]

    Written by: backy on Sep 3, 2007 6:42:57 PM

    I'd say KBB is VERY optimistic. ;) Edmunds' TMV for a 2002 Civic EX 4-door (the most expensive Civic trim for 2002) with 115k miles in clean condition is only $7740. By that number, in about five years you've lost nearly 50% of the car's value compared to what you paid for it. Which is pretty good! In comparision, I had a similar experience with my '01 Elantra, which I sold ... Read More

Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: just bought mazda6 i4 VE auto [m6user]

    Written by: jfritsch on Aug 28, 2007 8:08:19 AM

    What was the sticker msrp on this vehicle? thanx --jjf Just bought new 2007 mazda6 i4 VE auto $16595 plus TTL. Dealer in Chicago area has advertised this price and I took the ad to a Mazda dealer near me and they matched it. Took maybe 5 minutes. They are detailing it now, will pick up later tonight. I have enjoyed the forums on the Mazda6 and plan to contribute.

  • just bought mazda6 i4 VE auto

    Written by: m6user on Aug 27, 2007 4:10:21 PM

    Just bought new 2007 mazda6 i4 VE auto $16595 plus TTL. Dealer in Chicago area has advertised this price and I took the ad to a Mazda dealer near me and they matched it. Took maybe 5 minutes. They are detailing it now, will pick up later tonight. I have enjoyed the forums on the Mazda6 and plan to contribute.

  • Re: Price for 2007 Mazda 6 5-door sport value edition? [ws46]

    Written by: jeffyscott on Aug 19, 2007 6:11:32 AM

    Mazda6 ads in my area: one dealer says $5750 off and another has an ad saying up to $4250 in rebates. It appears that these deals are for any Mazda6 they have in stock. Of course, those prices are without discount financing.

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: what a looker [jeffyscott]

    Written by: urnews on Aug 16, 2007 11:47:52 AM

    Glad I got my Mazda6 with chrome-free exterior (aside from the Mazda symbol) and woodless interior while that is still an option. The wife and I both dislike plood (plastic wood) and really like the piano black option in our 2007 AWD SEL Fusion. Real wood might be OK, but the plastic variety is just plain tacky.

Mazda6 Lease Questions

  • Re: Lease question [mchang]

    Written by: Car_man on Aug 1, 2007 3:27:23 AM

    Here you go, mchang. Mazda Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2007 Mazdaspeed 6 with 10,500 miles per year are .00106 and 60%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease are .00183 and 51%. This car's lease payment will depend upon what selling price you are able to negotiate on it. I would be happy to estimate ... Read More

  • Re: Lease question [mchang]

    Written by: Car_man on Aug 1, 2007 3:27:19 AM

    Here you go, mchang. Mazda Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2007 Mazdaspeed 6 with 10,500 miles per year are .00106 and 60%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease are .00183 and 51%. This car's lease payment will depend upon what selling price you are able to negotiate on it. I would be happy to estimate ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: 2008 Honda Accord [backy]

    Written by: andres3 on Jul 4, 2007 9:30:56 AM

    Great looking car, great driving car, brand new, full factory warranty, It should be noted that Mazda slashed their "full factory warranty" term by 25% in both mileage and years for 2007. So with cheaper prices comes "we don't stand behind our product anymore." The dealer's explanation at the Mazda in Southern California was not holding water for me, he said "If Honda and Toyota can do it, why can't Mazda?" ... Read More

Mazda6 Lease Questions

  • Re: Mazda6: Lease Questions [dotsync]

    Written by: Car_man on Jan 21, 2007 6:02:47 AM

    Hi Nick. Unfortunately, Mazda is not longer providing lease support on 2006 models. As a result, if you really want to lease one you would have to do so through an independent bank. You probably would be better off leasing a 2007 model at this point and paying cash for or financing a 2006 model. Mazda is providing a special $1,000 bonus on this car for consumers who finance one through ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: Mazda6 Rederings [baggs32]

    Written by: urnews on Jun 28, 2007 10:44:58 AM

    Mazda eliminated it in the SPEED6 using AWD ... We have a 2007 SEL AWD V6 Fusion and don't notice any torque steer. Is that because of the AWD feature?

Mazda6 Lease Questions

  • Re: Mazda 6 lease rates and rebates for December [daddypost]

    Written by: Car_man on Jan 21, 2007 5:52:13 AM

    Hi daddypost. Mazda is no longer providing lease support on the 2006 Mazda6. However it is currently providing $1,500 lease cash on the 2007 Mazda6 Sedan. If you were able to negotiate a selling price of $500 over invoice and then have this lease cash subtracted, your car's capitalized cost would be at around $1,000 under invoice. You definitely should stop by the following discussion to see how much other community ... Read More

  • Re: Mazda 6 lease rates and rebates for December [fedriver]

    Written by: Car_man on Dec 12, 2006 3:39:25 AM

    Hey FeDriver. Mazda's lease program for the Mazda6 varies by trim level. For now I will assume that you are interested in leasing a 2007 Mazda6 sedan. Mazda's buy rate lease money factor for a 36 month lease of any '07 Mazda6 Sedan is currently .00234. The '07 Mazda6 Sedan's residual values vary by trim level. To give you an idea of what they are currently like, Mazda Credit's current 36 ... Read More

  • Re: Mazda 6 Lease Rates - IVE and ITR [somd_driver]

    Written by: Car_man on Nov 15, 2006 4:41:04 AM

    Hi somd_driver. I wouldn't worry about the lease cash that is available on this car going away. While it is difficult to predict what automakers will do with their future incentives, they generally increase as the model year progresses. The lease cash that is currently available on the 2007 Mazda6 doesn't strike me as some sort of special promotion that will only be available for a limited period of time. Disclaimer: ... Read More

  • Re: Mazda 6i value Edition lease in NY [mbman]

    Written by: Car_man on Apr 18, 2007 4:06:03 AM

    Hey mbman. Mazda's April lease program for the Mazda6 is not much different than its March program was. The lease payment of the car that you are interested in will depend upon how low a selling price you are able to negotiate on it. Stop by the following discussion to see how much other community members have paid for the 2007 Mazda6 lately: "Mazda6: Prices Paid & Buying Experience". When negotiating ... Read More

  • Re: Sport6EV lots of questions [mom2two]

    Written by: Car_man on Nov 15, 2006 3:19:51 AM

    Hi mom2two. Given the fact that you are able to purchase, or in this case lease, this car through Mazda's S-Plan you should be getting a good deal on it, price-wise. Still, it would be a good idea to find out the exact selling price of the car that you want before finalizing your deal. As far as this car's lease program goes, Mazda Credit's current buy rate lease money factor ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

  • Re: 2008 Mazda6 [elroy5]

    Written by: zzzoom6 on Apr 16, 2007 8:35:16 PM

    Almost every other vehicle I've had has been able to get me to school or work or both and back, and been an entertaining autocross or HPDE companion. No midsize car is designed for that. Not even a 6. actually the 6 has done quite well in the World Challenge Touring Car Championship over the last few years. granted it's a souped up version with many aftermarket parts, but it does ... Read More

  • Re: 2008 Mazda6 [lilengineerboy]

    Written by: thegraduate on Apr 16, 2007 9:42:49 PM

    Honda lacks an in-house aftermarket performance supplier. While not being a full line, they do offer the "A-Spec" upgrades. Just thought I'd mention that. I think the current Accord is highly competitive although perhaps not class-leading. For the current Accord to be near the top of the pack five years after being introduced (and with all other cars except the Mazda 6 being redesigned since then) I'd say Honda has performed ... Read More

A4 replacement: Mazda6 or Mazda3 and which engine

  • Re: Audi A4 replacement: Mazda6 or Mazda3 and which engine? [rorr]

    Written by: stallionre on Apr 5, 2007 5:07:10 PM

    I just bought the new 2007 Mazda 3 S Grand Touring fully loaded and I love with 2.3 engine VS. the 2.0, there is much more power that I can feel in the 2.3, However the torque is what makes the difference. I also test drove the A4 and it feels like the Mazda 2.3 engine, strange. :D

Mazda6 Lease Questions

  • Re: 2007 Mazda 6i Sport Value Edition [rdawg]

    Written by: Car_man on Mar 15, 2007 3:07:53 AM

    Hi rdawg. Unfortunately, the customer cash incentives that you mentioned are not compatible with Mazda's special lease program for the Mazda6. Having said this, Mazda is currently providing a special $1,750 lease cash incentive on '07 Mazda6 Sedans. Negotiate as low a selling price as possible on the car that you want and then have the dealer that you are working with subtract this lease cash from that. If I was ... Read More

  • Re: 2007 Mazda Speed6 Grand touring [dudette3]

    Written by: Car_man on Mar 15, 2007 3:04:09 AM

    Hi dudette3. I'm not sure why the lease cash that is currently available on the 2007 Mazda6 is not listed in the incentives section of Edmunds.com. I believe that in March, Mazda is providing a total of $1,750 lease cash on all 2007 Mazda6 Sedans. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: 2007 Mazda6 S Value Edition [jeffyscott]

    Written by: keyur1 on Mar 6, 2007 12:14:51 PM

    Hi Jeffy, There is no auto show in Phoenix for the next couple of months Also, I am financing through Capital One so the $1000 MAC finance bonus doesn't apply...Here is the breakdown of the price: 2007 Mazda 6s Value Edition $ 21,800 Price - 1,000 Customer Cash $ 20,800 Price with Rebate + 440.60 Plates 369.00 Doc Fee 5.00 Tire Fee 1,684.80 Tax $23,299.40 OTD Thanks!

  • 2007 Mazda6 S Value Edition

    Written by: keyur1 on Mar 5, 2007 2:32:28 PM

    Hi, I'm getting the 2007 Mazda 6 S VE out the door in Phoenix AZ for $23300. Is this a reasonable price? The reason I ask is I didn't have to negotiate very hard for this price...the starting price of the car was the invoice price itself. All comments appreciated :)

Mazda6 Wagon

  • Re: 2006 vs 2007 [ccwinslow]

    Written by: mz6greyghost on Feb 13, 2007 1:13:06 PM

    Unless Mazda has changed them dramatically since 2004, I've heard terrible stories about them pilling before their time. This is true, the '03-'05 cloth isn't very good, at least based on other owners accounts (my cloth seats in my '04 are still in good shape, with no pilling or fading, and this is with 45K miles on them). For '06, the Mazda6 was freshened both inside and out, the seats were ... Read More

Mazda6 Lease Questions

  • Re: Thinking about leasing a M6 Sport Value Edition [teach42]

    Written by: Car_man on Feb 12, 2007 2:30:04 AM

    Hi teach42. Mazda's current lease program for the Mazda6 isn't bad. Like most manufacturers' advertised lease payments, I suspect that it leaves a little meat on the bone so to speak. The selling prices of leased vehicles are negotiable and chances are that Mazda is not advertising a rock bottom price on this car. If it did, its dealers would be pretty annoyed. Shop around and negotiate as low a selling ... Read More

Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: 2006 Mazda 6 S for $17,500 [saabski]

    Written by: lobe on Jan 26, 2007 11:41:25 PM

    In September I bought a 2006 6S version with the manual transmission, cloth interior, and no options. I paid 17,800 with destination and fees, and not tax. That was 3,500 in incentives at the time, plus was $500 below invoice. I am guesstimating that the automatic would add about $800 to $900 to the invoice. So that would have been $18,600. Say that included about $200 for fees. So $18,400. And ... Read More

Mazda6 Maintenance and Repair

  • 2007 Mazda6 S GT Steering Pull

    Written by: blackmazda on Dec 30, 2006 7:50:36 PM

    I just purchased a 2007 Mazda 6 S Grand Touring with 18 inch wheels. While I was driving it home from the dealer I could feel the car pulling to the right and to the left at times. Also, twice while I was rolling to a stop on a side road the wheel jerked to the right as the car stopped. I went back and asked the dealership about this and ... Read More

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