Summary
vs. The Competition
The 2017 Mazda6 is currently rated #3 out of 10 overall in its category, beaten by the 2017 Kia Optima for Midsize Cars.
It's a good car overall compared to others in the same category and beats more than half of its competition along the way.
Its Driver/Passenger Interior and Car and Driver Overall Rating win versus competitors, but its Fuel Tank Capacity loses against the competition.
Competitors
Which is better: Mazda6 or Honda Accord?
The Mazda6 costs $510.00 less than the Accord. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mazda6 or Toyota Camry?
The Mazda6 costs $1,125.00 less than the Camry. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mazda6 or Chevrolet Malibu?
The Mazda6 costs $265.00 more than the Malibu. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mazda6 or Hyundai Sonata?
The Mazda6 costs $345.00 more than the Sonata. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mazda6 or Kia Optima?
The Mazda6 costs $255.00 less than the Optima. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mazda6 or Ford Fusion?
The Mazda6 costs $665.00 less than the Fusion. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mazda6 or Nissan Altima?
The Mazda6 costs $555.00 less than the Altima. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mazda6 or Subaru Legacy?
The Mazda6 costs $50.00 less than the Legacy. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mazda6 or Volkswagen Passat?
The Mazda6 costs $495.00 less than the Passat. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
2017 Mazda6 Specs & Details
Is This Car Good?
Overall Rating
Best Attribute
Driver/Passenger Interior
Worst Attribute
Fuel Tank Capacity
| Rating | Feature | Value | Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $21,945.00 | Good with 3.5 stars based on ratings | |
| MPG | 26 city / 35 highway city / highway | Good with 3 stars based on ratings | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Average with 2.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Horsepower | 184hp | Average with 2.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16.4 galgal | Bad with 1.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Seating Capacity | 5. Front seats spacious, rear seats not as roomy. | Bad with 2 stars based on ratings | |
| Car and Driver Overall Rating | 4.5/5 | Good with 5 stars based on ratings | |
| Motor Trend Overall Rating | 4/5 | Good with 3.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Driver/Passenger Interior |  | Good with 5 stars based on ratings |