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Not too shabby
medman13, 12/15/2011
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car now for about 1 yr. I bought this when i decided to go back to school. It has an overall great design to it and gives a professional look when needed as well as a sporty look when needed. It is reasonable on gas however lacks desired power. The stick is fun to drive and shifts quite well, however an automatic would have been a better choice as an everyday driver in town. The car is said to be the poor mans BMW and holds true to that in many facets.
Bad Transmission
saltguy, 11/12/2010
2006 Mazda 6 s Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My wife bought this car almost four years and 54,000 miles ago. Just went out of warranty (50,000) and needs a new transmission. We took the car in a year ago, under warranty, and the mechanics couldn't find the problem we were having with the car slipping out of gear while accelerating. It started to get worse right after we went over 50,000 miles, so we took it back in. They isolated the issue, but said it wasn't covered by warranty anymore. No way a car with 54,000 highway miles should need a new transmission. And the fact that Mazda wouldn't stand behind the car tells me a lot about their confidence in their product. This was our first and last Mazda. Done!
Best car i ve ever have
Milad shakir, 10/28/2018
updated 11/07/2024
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Very nice car and looking and has a lot of features very safe and reliable not making noise on the freeway and if you want to get reliable car then you have to take Mazda6 2006 the mpg is good for such a kind of car doesn't cost anything to repair just a regular oil change and brakes when it's due very reliable in the winter when it's raining no bad experience or hard time with this car The Best of the Best
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Waste of money
Chuck, 01/16/2010
2006 Mazda 6 s Grand Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought a mazda 6 GT fully loaded in April 2006, and I had some small problems (rear defroster stopped working, lights went out) but nothing big until a year later the engine started making noise, so I brought it in and the service manager says it will cost $15,000 to fix(with a straight face) apparently it is not covered under warranty, Same thing happened to my cousin but she had a Mazda 3.
Love the style but maintenance is the killer
JSPEED6, 12/12/2008
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought mine back in May 06. I loved the styling and functionality of the hatchback without looking like one. My only complaint from the start was the lack of engine pickup. It's nice to have a smooth riding car but it has no oomf. I'm only at 25k miles and brought it in for inspection to find that I needed new rear brakes and rotors...already? The new rotors rust up often like the old ones so I don't anticipate any longer wear. Also my check engine light was on due to a faulty O2 sensor that they were going to replace but got a new "procedure" to reset and see if it happens again....it did and I had to drop off for a couple days all over again. Be prepared to spend the maintenance dollars.
5 on the Floor
MarkP, 05/23/2006
2006 Mazda 6 s Grand Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Significant upgrades from last year make this car at this trim level a real sleeper in the midsize class. High revving V-6 with 5 speed MTX makes the car come alive. The 18" Pirellis combined w/ Mazda's sophisticated suspension result in a very tight handling package that gives surprising comfort, even on PA's third world roads. Tough choice between this car & Acura's TSX, but it costs $$$$ less, feels faster & runs on regular gas.
Mazda6 5 doors beats Accord and Camry
martin, 01/15/2006
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The new 2006 Mazda 6 is lot better than 2005; the seats are better, lateral support is superior, interior is quieter, suspension has been tuned and bushings have been replaced, the front disk are bigger, less fade, electronic height adjustable xenon light is a plus, the front nose, the skirt and the rear lights look more serious. Sure it would use 30hp more, but 0-60 in 8.2 seconds is quite good for a car that does 40mpg. The subwoofer from the Bose system could be better. Overall, for $30g, what car offers you volume, super big trunk with the biggest opening and an interior comparable to BMW, Lexus. I had 18 cars in my life, for the money, this is the best. The road handling is marvelous.
Biggest Bang for the Buck!
Scott, 06/09/2006
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Shopped everything in the midsize range and nothing compared. My wife drives a 2002 which is a great car (paint dings way too easy) but the Mazda6 gives us the sports car we were looking for. We tried the MazdaSpeed6 and loved the turbo and the all wheel drive but could not justify the price jump. We went for the 4 cylinder over the 6 for mpg and the balance on the 4 cylinder seemed better. The automatic was nice but the 5 speed added more get up and go. I chose the moonroof package to gain the Bose sound system which is awesome! I drove a Grand Am and the Mazda 6 is so much quieter and more comfortable that Pontiac should be ashamed. The comfort and inside/outside style screams value.
Great Car / Great Value
nycmoose, 11/10/2006
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Handles like a sports car, especially on twisty country roads, FUN to drive and as comfortable as a big highway cruiser on long trips. My opinion: you don't need the V6; the 4 is sufficient and when you need to punch it it really takes off. Mileage from 23 to 29 mixed highway/city and with and without a/c. 4,700 miles and so far not a squeak, rattle or problem. Perfect size vehicle, plenty of room yet agile; can't beat the versatility of the hatch. Excellent driving position; very comfortable seats. Very quiet. Transmission nice and smooth. On the downside: bad rear over the shoulder blind spot; side mirrors don't retract (very bad for living in NYC); turning radius is annoying but not horrible.
sweet car
Bill, 01/01/2007
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I searched for the right car and was looking at the 6 and a Civic, my sister has a Civic, and my Mazda6 beats the Civic hands down in style, look and interior, as well as the drive. The color, bright island blue, is an eye catcher and all the features are more than enough.
Worst Car I Have Ever Owned
xlr824, 09/14/2007
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Let's start with the good parts. The car handles great and looks great. It is very comfortable. Now the bad. The car has been in the shop 12 times in 14 months. Everything from lumbar supports breaking (twice) to a fuel pump failure and several things in between. This is the 4th new Mazda I have owned in the past 6 years. I have been waiting a month for Mazda to make any decision on what they are going to do to satisfy their "good" customer on a car that has been a true "piece". The true quality of a company is shown not when everything is well but how they handle it when it is not well.
A Great Sedan That You Should Consider
DVX135, 12/07/2007
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If you want a car that is fun to drive, comfortable, sporty and utilitarian all in one, get a Mazda 6 5-door. The back seat folds completely flat, so I can haul bikes, guitar/amp, home improvement supplies, and 5 4-5 people comfortably. I have the 2.3l 4cyl engine with the 5 speed manual trans, and I don't know why anyone would want/need the V6. This car can move and has been a pleasure to own. The bottom line is that I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. Do yourself a favor, and at least test drive one.
Worst Car I Have Ever Owned
skull_crossbones, 09/28/2007
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
12 visits to the shop in 16 months. What more can I say. Basically it has been in for warranty work about every 5 weeks. I contacted Mazda's customer service and 5 weeks later I get a call telling me that they are sorry about all the problems with the car. So, now I am stuck with a totally unreliable car that is horribly upside down because the resale on the cars is awful. Now this is all to a customer who has purchased 4 new Mazdas in the past 6 years. I just wonder how they treat someone that wasn't that good of a customer. My message to MAZDA, "I am done with you and will never grace your doors again". Thank you for showing me such loyalty. Mine was proven but now gone!
High Miles
trepz, 07/27/2010
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 9 people found this review helpful
My 2006 Mazda now has over 140,000 miles and running strong. Nothing but routine maintenance. Slight trans slip in 4th gear if driven hard. Still handles beautifully.
Sporty,comfort,convience
aussie chicago, 09/02/2008
2006 Mazda 6 s Grand Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I recently traded a 97 outback, began looking for something sportier, more comfortable, with convenience of space, initially was looking at a newer outback, decided on the 6 hatch. Just had to be patient to find the right one, which took about 4 months. I didn't really need the fully optioned g/s, but I did want the Bose and sunroof, glad I did, feels very comfortable on long drives, power of the v6 is acceptable, handles very well, steering is perfect, love the space of the hatch with seats down, HIDs are nice, economy is not great but not horrible 19 cty, 27 hwy, just love the sporty style. Haven't had any problems at all.
Very small, fun, hard to customize radio
Clinton70, 11/03/2008
2006 Mazda 6 s Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had this car briefly. It's fun to drive and didn't have problems in the 5 months I had it. It was small though. The radio stunk as it didn't play mp3 discs and didn't have an aux input. It would've been almost $500 to upgrade to aftermarket because of a trim panel connected to the climate is $200. The ride was nice, the steering sporty, and gas mileage is good for the highway and mediocre for city. Good power.
Good looking car but bad quality
bad qulity, 11/27/2008
2006 Mazda 6 s Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's a great looking car, but a lot of repairs. For the last 2 years I've been around 30 times to dealerships, I changed the transmission twice, trunk shocks 4 times, battery, changed tires twice and so on. Now have problem with the engine and my warranty just expired. I am not recommending to buy this car - a lot of trouble. I am so tired to go every time to the dealership and wait for my car to be fixed, sometimes it's more then a week I have to wait, it's time consuming and a big headache. The car is shaking when you start this car. Slow switching from gears. Does not accelerate fast enough.
5 years in and very happy
faztang1, 01/14/2011
2006 Mazda 6 s Grand Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I'm winding down my life with my Mazda6 and must say overall it was a good 5 years. The car is 10 times better looking than a vanilla Camry or Accord. The subtle hatchback look is very sporty and the trunk is huge! Great looking car. Performance wise, the 215hp V-6 is not the strongest in class, but gets the job done. However I was not impressed with the fuel economy. Most small to mid sized current cross overs get better mileage. Handling is good but the 18 inch tires really bang around on bumpy rounds. I bent all 4 rims and went down to 17's. Reliability has been great, only some small plastic pieces are starting to get loose. Interior is decent, but rear seats are a little tight.
Praise for a very good car
Tom, 05/22/2006
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 2.3L 4 cylinder cars handle slightly better due to the reduced weight. The ergonomics of the hatch are unmatched in the sporty sedan market (even Saab dropped theirs). In addition to these features which put the Mazda 6 at the top of our list the car is a PZEV - partial ZERO emissions vehicle, meaning it pumps our 1/5th the pollution of similar cars. Also this car has a lot of Ford based domestic parts, including the new, larger, brakes from the heavier Fusion. Feel good about your ZOOM, ZOOM. It is not marketed as a car for flag waving greenies, but it is a car that feels good in more ways that just behind the wheel.
Lovin my onyx beauty
Tina, 06/20/2006
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just purchased my onyx black Mazda 6 hatchback just about a month ago. This is the first car I have ever purchased and I am loving it! I use my car for work so it is essential that it is very dependable.
zoom zoom Mazda 6 zoom
zum zum zum, 07/04/2006
2006 Mazda 6 s Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
One of the best cars I've ever owned so far, think I might buy a second one so we can have twins in the driveway.
Unbelievable Value
Law128, 08/22/2006
2006 Mazda 6 s Grand Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I got a grand touring hatchback with the 6 speed auto and this car is simply amazing for the price; there is no other car in its class that can touch its options for this little money. Tons of storage space, AC outlets everywhere, comfortable heated seats, 6 cylinder can really go, auto climate control, high intensity discharge headlamps, awesome gauges. plus the 18 inch wheels look killer! And the hatch can swallow anything you throw into it. Amazing car for the price.
Copper Blazed Fun
Matt, 06/09/2006
2006 Mazda 6 s Grand Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I own a Copper Blaze Metallic hatchback with the 6 cylinder and the 6 speed auto. Great car that is plenty fast and looks great. A very visible car that hauls mulch, bicycles, or my wife and I to a fancy dinner. This car does it all. City mileage is a little disappointing (22-23mpg), but highway mileage is pretty good (28-30). With a decent size gas tank, 450 miles between fill-ups is easy. The manumatic is useless as in all cars but the 6 speed auto shifts nicely. Having to take the car in for an oil change is a bummer and Mazda will not sell the needed oil filter wrench through a dealer. Overall, a great value and a lot of fun.
Mazda 6 is a fun and good looking ride!
Michael, 06/25/2006
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My Mazda 6 has a hatchback but looks like a sports sedan and has a spoiler, moon roof and many other great features. I love the way it looks and how much fun it is to drive. I love the red interior lighting on the dash. Besides looking good it is much easier on the eyes on road trips.
Best Car I Have Ever Owned!
Christy T., 12/30/2006
2006 Mazda 6 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have just bought this car a few days ago but I have already figured out that I made a good choice. I was looking for a car to keep and not keep trading every few years. I think I have found it in the Mazda6. I like the handling, equipment, styling, roominess. I have the 2.3l 5speed.
Easy Decision
Lammy, 02/20/2007
2006 Mazda 6 s Grand Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was planning to purchase a Subaru Legacy and just wanted a car to compare with. 10 minutes in the Mazda and the Subaru was history. Looks and drives great with the added versatility of a hatchback.
Very nice car with minor flaws.
Daniel K. P., 03/18/2007
2006 Mazda 6 s Grand Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've only had the car for 6 weeks. So far I consider it a good buy. I will mention the flaws, and anything else I'm happy with. The car doesn't have enough insulation to keep out surrounding noise. The turning radius in the car is too wide, which is odd. I mean, why? The lumbar support on the driver's seat has already broken. When stepping hard on the gas to pass on the highway the engine drops down to 2nd gear and the tachometer comes very close to the red line. The gas mileage is not as advertised, although I've been told by a knowledgeable friend that it will probably increase in time with engine break-in. The seats are somewhat uncomfortable after sitting in them a while.
Amazing Purchase
mazdanola, 04/22/2007
2006 Mazda 6 s Grand Sport 4dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We recently bought a 2006 Mazda6 5-door after it came off a 12 month lease. The first year of depreciation on these is pretty steep and would recommend buying one a year old if you can, we got a $27,000 car for $21,000 by doing this, and it's flawless condition with only 25,000 miles. We park on the street and love it because it has the versatility of an SUV but the packaging of a car. It's sporty, fun to drive and exceedingly comfortable, so far we love it!