Driving Impressions
The Mazda6 is pleasant to drive and sportier than some of its rivals. This sedan takes curves confidently with modest body lean and satisfying grip. Moderate steering effort is accompanied by good feel and feedback.
Though it's no powerhouse, a V-6 sedan with the manual transmission exhibits spirited performance. The clutch is a bit touchy and the gearbox a tad notchy, but it's easy to manipulate.
Overall, the well-built Mazda6 is quite refined and exhibits excellent panel fit. Front and rear headroom is adequate, but space is just passable in the center rear position. Legroom is very good all around.
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Hazardous Driving
Driving on Slippery Surface
WARNING:
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to
downshift on slippery surfaces:
Downshifting into lower gear while
driving on slippery surfaces is
dangerous. The ...
Exterior & Styling
The sliding doors say "minivan," but many see the Mazda5 as a wagon. Minivans
tend not to set hearts aflutter, but there's one thing I appreciate about the
2010 Mazda5, and that's its st ...
Overloading
WARNING:
Be careful not to overload your vehicle:
The gross axle weight rating (GAWR).
and the gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) of your vehicle are on the
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label
o ...