Mazda 6 2002–2008 car dimensions: 4680 mm long, 1780 mm wide and 1435 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,370 kg. Braked towing is 1,500 kg.
Air conditioning is standard across the range. Automatic climate control is fitted on higher grades. Cruise control with steering-wheel controls is standard. A centre display shows audio, climate and outside temperature info. Optional navigation with a retractable screen is available on top trims. Rear parking sensors are offered as a genuine accessory. No factory reversing camera, automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning or lane keep systems are listed.
The liftback offers 492 litres with seats up. Folding the 60/40 split rear seats via the Karakuri system creates a flat floor and expands space to 1662 litres.
Braked towing capacity is typically 1500 kg, rising to 1600-1800 kg on some engines depending on gradient. Unbraked towing is 550 kg. Payload is around 470 kg.
No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages are noted in the specifications for work use.
Firm front seats offer solid support for longer drives, with 8-way power adjustment and lumbar on higher grades plus heated fronts available. Tilt and telescopic steering helps set a good driving position. The 60/40 split rear seat folds flat for cargo space in the liftback. Upper cabin surfaces feel padded while lower ones are harder plastic. Overall noise is moderate with a controlled ride.
Unleaded regular gasoline recommended for all engines.
Engine oil and filter replace every 7,500 miles or 12,000 km under normal conditions.
Euro NCAP 4-star adult occupant rating for 2003 and 2005 models.
NHTSA 5-star frontal crash rating for driver and passenger.
Standard dual front airbags, ABS with EBD. side airbags and curtains standard on most grades by mid-cycle.
Triple-H body structure with front and rear crumple zones and side-impact door beams.
The car runs on unleaded regular gasoline across four-cylinder and V6 engines. Fuel use stays reasonable for mixed driving with either powertrain.
Oil and filter changes come every 7,500 miles or 12 months in normal service, with more frequent intervals under severe conditions like dusty roads or short trips. Timing chains mean no belt replacement schedule. Coolant lasts longer with FL22 type fluid.
Safety scores include a 4-star Euro NCAP result and 5-star NHTSA frontal marks. Dual front airbags are standard from the start, with side and curtain airbags becoming standard on most models later. ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution is standard by 2005, along with traction control on many grades. Whiplash-reducing headrests and pretensioners add protection.
The liftback body keeps cargo practical with underfloor storage and easy fold-flat seats. Regular checks on brakes, suspension, and fluids help the car stay reliable over high miles.
Length 4680 mm, Width 1780 mm, Height 1435 mm, Wheelbase 2675 mm (6 2002–2008)
Sources: manufacturer data, parkers.co.uk, autoevolution.com, anusedcar.com, strefatestow.pl, autocentrum.pl, linkmotors.it.