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sydtron, 01/21/2014
2005 Mazda 6 s Grand Touring 4dr Sports Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
Going into my fifth year (at 92000 miles) with my 2005 Mazda6S GT, I'm still enjoying the driver oriented experience baked into this car from day one. Only reliability issues I've encountered are the headlights burning out and a strut bearing causing noise. Otherwise, taking good care to replace general maintenance items has kept the car in good working condition, and I don't baby the car. The relationship between driver and car, in regards to seating position, steering, throttle, and general feel is fantastic. Refinement could be better (2006+ models are noticeably more refined), but I enjoy this car every time I drive it. New sport shocks, springs, and larger rear sway added.
Ready to run away
youngbo718, 10/21/2010
2005 Mazda 6 s Sport 4dr Sports Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this Mazda 6 by mistake, I actually looking for Mazda 3. But when I finally came to see the mistake I have made, see that I was completely wrong. This vehicle is absolutely fun drive and fast. Its only waiting to press the gas and run away.
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Still going strong at 95,000 mi.
Richard D , 11/14/2010
2005 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Sports Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in Dec.'06 with 21,000 miles on it. After a few minor issues due to the previous owner's neglect, it has provided me with years of trouble free, reliable transportation.I still love to drive the car even after all this time. I keep up with routine maintenance,(oil and filter change, tire rotation , etc. ).When the time comes to retire this one, I'll probably look to a newer model 6 , consider me a repeat buyer.
The Pros and Cons of a Mazda6
jcurve, 01/25/2014
2005 Mazda 6 i 4dr Sports Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 15 people found this review helpful
The 2.3L 4-cylinder engine found in the Mazda6 is completely adequate for most people, but when combined with the body of the Mazda6, causes some noticeable deficiencies. 1) The body weighs too much overall. This leads to mediocre acceleration. I will say, however, the speed and power available on long uphill grades is above average. 2) The body is low-profile. This means you can't put standard chains on the front tires. Only cables or low-profile chains (which are extremely expensive). 3) If you drive much past 90 mph, the downforce winds and centrifugal force on the tires cause the tires to rub against the wheel wells. The engine is capable of more than the body can take
Good but not Great...
generalpipe, 05/11/2005
2005 Mazda 6 i Grand Touring 4dr Sports Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
When I bought this Mazda6 last November I did not intend to buy a Mazda. After driving it I liked it, but still reluctant. I read the reviews in the New York Times and went back to Carmax for another test drive...and brought it home. Fit and finish are above average; not too big and not too small, just right for me, 5'- 10" at 160lbs. Lots of get-up and go from a powerful 4 banger, 160 horses in the higher revs. It will get you on the freeway and back off. In the stop and go traffic of Houston heat I worry about overheating, but have put Mobil 1 oil to help with heat dissipation. We have had 90 degree days and no problem yet - wait till August.