Came across these tests on the new Mazda6, sounds promising... Interesting to note that a number of Japanese marques have chosen to launch new models in Europe ahead of their home markets. Also interesting is the fact that a number of Japanese cars actually feel more 'European' than their Euro counterparts.
http://www.channel4.com/4car/rt/mazda/mazda6/2822/2
http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/road_tests/index.htm?id=300
http://www.whatcar.com/car-review-full.aspx?RT=2810