Mazda 6 2012–2018 car dimensions: 4865 mm long, 1840 mm wide and 1450 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,375 kg. Braked towing is 1,600 kg.
The cabin seats five with dual-zone climate control on mid and higher grades plus standard cruise control. A touchscreen sits in the centre stack for audio and phone links. Reversing camera, parking sensors, blind-spot warning, lane keep and automatic emergency braking appear on higher trims or as packs. Later cars add Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on equipped grades. Daily driving feels straightforward with clear controls and decent space.
The sedan boot holds 480 litres with seats up. Fold the 60/40 rear seatbacks for a flat floor and 1632 litres total. Remote levers in the boot make folding easy for longer loads.
Braked towing reaches up to 1600 kg on diesel and stronger petrol versions, with unbraked limits around 550-750 kg depending on engine. Payload sits near 550 kg. The car suits light trailer or holiday use but lacks heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension for constant hard work.
Higher grades offer leather or leatherette sport seats with multi-way power adjustment and lumbar support for the driver, plus heated fronts. Ventilated fronts and heated rears arrive on top trims from mid-cycle. Dual-zone climate control is common on upper models with rear vents. A power moonroof is available. The cabin uses quality materials and supportive seating that feels refined for daily driving.
SKYACTIV engines deliver efficient fuel use across petrol and diesel options.
Service intervals typically every 12 months or 12,500 miles.
Euro NCAP 5-star rating from 2013 tests.
Standard safety includes advanced front airbags, side airbags, curtain airbags, ABS with EBD, DSC and TCS.
Later models add i-Activsense features like Smart City Brake Support as standard or available.
Fuel economy benefits from SKYACTIV technology with petrol and diesel engines that return competitive figures for the class depending on the variant and transmission. Regular unleaded or diesel as specified keeps running costs in check.
Servicing follows fixed or flexible schedules based on conditions, with oil and filter changes at regular intervals along with inspections of brakes, belts and filters. Owner manuals outline the exact timing to maintain warranty and reliability.
Safety starts with a strong body structure using high-tensile steel plus six airbags, stability control and tyre pressure monitoring as standard. Crash tests confirm high protection levels. Available or later-standard aids like blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and autonomous braking improve everyday protection.
Keeping the car involves sticking to the service schedule, using recommended fluids and addressing any TSBs for items like glass seals. Regular tyre rotations and brake checks help it stay dependable over high miles.
Length 4865 mm, Width 1840 mm, Height 1450 mm, Wheelbase 2830 mm (6 2012–2018)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mazda official press kit/newsroom, cataloge.eu/encycarpedia/auto-data/owner specs.