Prev geneneration Mazda 6

[Riverfish]

Hi,

 

Recently suffering from the backside itch syndrome. Eyeing those 2-3 year second hand Mazda 6 (previous generation). There seem to be quite a few variations of this car, and I couldn't find the diff after searching up and down. Hence hoping experts here can shed some lights:

 

1) the hatchback model looks exactly like the sedan? Confused.

 

2) what's the diff between normal and sports version

 

3) what is this MPS version?

 

Thanks in advance.

[Sturtles]

1) hatch has rear wiper, and a gentler rear windscreen slope. Opens like a hatch. I think its called 5-door notchback

 

2) is there a sports version? only 2.0 and 2.3L versions, with the latter equipped with bodykit and twin exhaust. The 2.3L hatch is the sportiest looking.

 

3) MPS uses a 2.3L turbo block, with primitive all wheel drive.

[Riverfish]

urh... saw those Mazda 6 SP 2.0, i thought SP means sports.

[Bulls_is_back]

I think the SP is the last face lift with some updates to the the 2L engine plus a 5sp auto instead of the old 4spd one on the nonSP 2L.

[Srt911]

Yup. Mazda 6 SP is the facelift version of the old model. Its 2L churns out approx 149bhp and 5 speed auto with twin exhausts. It comes with onboard computer and cruise control which are not found in the new Mz6 2L.

 

I find it a very good car, decent space, sporty looks and quite fuel efficient. (approx 12km/L). Servicing is not expensive if when I did it with AD MM.

[Davidcks]

Hee, SP means Service Pack lah!!

 

I have the SP wording removed on my Mz6.

 

Those in IT will understand.

[Davidcks]

Just to add that I know of some Mz6 SP without MP3 capability on the stock headunit. And servicing can be done at MM authorised workshops like City Auto.

[Riverfish]

I see. 12km/L is indeed decent fc for a 2.0L car.

 

Yeah, i'm also quite surprised that the new 6 doesn't come with cruise control and trip computer except for the top-of-the-line version.

[Maroon5]

how is the power of the car bro?

sorry noob question....hv a few frens drive mz3 (but not the mz6) whom feedback heavy body....

[Maroon5]

bro hv u gone to see the new 6? do u know how much is it selling now???

[Riverfish]

What about the non-SP 2.3L version? Do you happen to know if it comes with 4sp or 5sp gear box?

[Riverfish]

Starts from $84k for the 2.0V version. But it doesn't come with cruise control or trip computer. To get those things you have to fork out $96k for the 2.5 version.

[Maroon5]

price is quite reasonable....dunno why i stil dun see much on the roads despite being launched for almost coming a yr....

 

so bro which u going for? the new or 2nd hand?

[Riverfish]

2nd hand coz I would like the cruise control and trip computer. It's quite a nice car, don't understand why it's not popular among Singaporeans. A friend of mine has 2 mazda6, one for himself and one for his wife.

 

btw, are Mazda cars sold here made in Japan?

[Maroon5]

ya made in japan.

any feedback abt the car from your 2 car owner fren?

 

this car was in my shortlist before. anyw me looking to change in the next few months.

need an auto..

[Riverfish]

haven't asked him yet. May one day request to test drive his.

[Admiralty]

unless frenqently up NSHW, otherwise, cruise control is unless. nice to know you have it only. i would say it a very nice ride physically compared to some same class famous brand. i had 5 good years with the 1st generation.

 

mazda is less popular as its a much smaller company and most of the time ppl didn't like the fc. but, the built quality is very co's its coming from the land of the rising sun.

[Maroon5]

ok sure...share share info if u dun mind bro...can always PM me...