2018/2019 Mazda6 Turbo | Can It Compete?

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

One of the most beautiful cars on sale today.

[@BryanChance]

Lexus/Toyota need to hire the guy who designed the Mazda grill. LOL

[@Natethegreat200c]

@Zaiden Nickolas you hacking your GF is something we REALLY don’t give a damn about. Your a child and need help

[@ocramidajzj]

Yeah, after 3 months of research and test driving against all the competitors and higher-priced options like the Stinger and AuDi A4/A6 I purchased the 6 sig. While Camry and Accord have aspects that maybe "better" than Mazda. The sum of the Mazda's parts and design make it a better car. Also a lot to be said for Mazda's design/engineering capability when an almost 6 year old design can stay competitive with BRAND NEW designs from appliance manufacturers. Also cannot agree with your opinion on tranny. I found the Accord and Camry tranny hunted alot, while Mazda did not. And exactly what interior parts felt of better quality in the Camry? I found the Camry plastics and large front doors to feel lightweight and cheap. Mazda felt more solid. And I cannot get by the Accord's beak. Personally, you don't buy the Mazda for numbers, you buy it for how it feels to drive. Number lie when compared to real-world experience. Anyway, to each there own.

[@kolyan1980]

ocramidajzj stop listen this " proffies" test drive it urself , make ur opinion

[@future62]

Sounds like someone needs reassurance in their purchase lol.

[@bill7481]

I have sat in the Mazda 6 and its competitors, but I have not driven them. Based on initial impressions, I have to agree with you. The Mazda 6 definitely feels more premium than everything else in this class. The Accord is close but not quite there. Additionally, other reviews that I have read or watched do suggest that you are absolutely right on all the points that you make. If my money were on the line, my choice would be the Mazda 6.

[@swanblake]

ocramidajzj I feel sorry for you. Clearly need justification for buying a FWD Mazda that doesn't even have Android Auto.

[@ocramidajzj]

future62 nope, not at all. My research and driving each car gives me all the reassurance I need. Have a nice day.

[@MICHAELZHANGCA]

I just test drove the new Signature Mazda 6 today. It was such a fantastic car to drive. Very fun. Good power and good delivery of power. Suspension could be suppler. Interior look is top notch. Interior storage is questionable. But very fun to drive with a big trunk. No incentive for cash purchase now. So we didn't buy it. My wife and I both love it so much. Great car!

[@lok-manchiu7227]

The Mazda's styling surpasses that of Toyota and Honda by a long shot. It's simple yet elegant while I think Toyota's almost going to the extreme to make their cars look futuristic. I think you described it best by calling the Camry's styling "polarizing"

[@stephenhendricks103]

Styling of the Camry XSE reminded me of a Flash Gordon spaceship circa 1938.

[@draganradosevic1996]

Both Accord and Camry are very ugly from exterior and cannot be compared with Mazda 6, which is very good looking: Simple an elegant!

[@jasonlandlock8043]

@@draganradosevic1996 Lucky for the Camry and Accord... Hyundai just dropped the new Sonatta nad Elentra, so the Camry and Accord are no longer the ugliest new car in the mall parking lot!!!!

[@watershed44]

The biggest issue with Mazda (in the USA) isn't the products, they are generally excellent, but the poor dealer network. If I could suggest one of the most critical things they could improve on would be the dealer experience, mechanical shop service competence and professionalism. Mazda if you fix this, you'll quickly gain a lot of new customers!

[@rezzzasmr]

kazi ibrahim

[@tommylove9270]

Well said they seem to like, something there .

[@mikekong8224]

watershed44 Yup service at Mazda is so bad . I never own Mazda before but my wife like the new 2017 cx5 . So we got one the car is good but the service is so bad .i have an Infiniti service is much better .

[@abelkan5569]

Absolutely agree. The last Mazda service adviser practically called me a liar when I tried to describe the issue I had with the Mazda 6's transmission at less than 20,000 miles. Although Mazda has great cars I'd love to consider, the poor dealer service experience even make my wife not want to consider Mazda's products.

[@Oversight85]

Not gonna lie, Alex sounds like the Mazda reps kicked his dog.

[@shopwithaaron]

Thanks Alex!! I appreciate all the effort Mazda went to upgrade the interior furnishings....but so many opportunities still present themselves! I have a client that gave me a ride in his 2017 top trim 6 and I found the front seat so short in cushion length! Hopefully that was fixed for this year. We have 2 Optimas and the 2012 and 2017 SXL seem so much more comfortable. No real wood in ours but I'll take the feisty 2.0 turbo and 36 MPG (hwy) all day long!

[@deeclay1735]

It’s not always about which is faster. Honda and Toyota are plain in and out in my opinion. Mazda gives you more for the money always have and always will.

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

Then why don’t they sell moron?

[@jamesm8202]

Just helped a friend buy a new Mazda6 with the manual transmission. Love the styling and very impressed with the interior. Ride and handling reminded me of the old E36 and E46 3 series BMW's.

[@Unchainedmaple888]

James M It's so impressive how much of the interior flare they still keep with the sport model. You really aren't losing much. I just wish I could get a sport model with the 2.5T since I find the extra features of the higher trims extraneous.

[@LifeISMagix]

That’s dope

[@jbm0866]

Mazda simply allowed some room to improve performance on future models, same way Apple holds back a few features with each new iPhone release. That big 2.5t engine could wipe out Honda's 1.5t in acceleration if they wanted to go that route, they just chose the "around town" tune where diesels usually shine, as in shooting that gap in traffic going 40-60mph. If i were buying a midsized sedan today it would be the 6, not just because i like the way it looks versus the competition, but also to support Mazda..the little car company that may just extend the shelf life of internal combustion engines with their SkyactivX.

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

The lil company with no dealer network and shit value

[@hunzacc]

I drive the 2.5L (not turbo) version as a daily commuter, my fuel economy is 30.95 MPG (20% city, 80% highway@70-75 mph).

[@tanyawade6149]

I always find it amusing when he puts himself in the trunk. Like he's gearing up to carry a body in one.

[@pilotnishantdesai9312]

Thanks for the review Alex !! As a Mazda fan and owner of a 3 sport myself I personally feel that one thing Mazda can offer is adaptive suspension! With the driving dynamics similar to a luxury sport car brands, good looks and adaptive suspension for comfort it will be one of the best. Thanks people:) I will be buying a 2020 6 signature soon:)

[@pleco101]

Adaptive suspension jacks the price up of all cars. They are notoriously very expensive to replace, if something goes wrong. And it will - case in point - my friends Lexus LS460 adaptive suspension had to be replaced and it was in the thousand's per side. You can replace with regular shocks, if you can find a mechanic willing to do that - but in that case you'd want to do all sides at once. I just think everyone should be aware of this potential cost.

[@bigcjm]

Alex. Like your channel but you are wrong about taking tire width over tire compound. If you put better gripping tires on a car it does was more for handling than width. Motor trend did a video on this years ago. Better tire compound beats a slightly wider mediocre tire everyday.

[@mitshumarner5870]

Thank you Alex for this good review. A comment please, if you could return to the front seat analysis with a full image of you filmed from the driver's side instead of what you do from the passenger side. The previous manner showed not only you describing the seat, but it shows the seat height to the door sill and leg well space. That cannot be seen clearly with a center console in the way. Thanks!

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

Funny how everyone loves these things, but NO ONE buys them

[@betterbudgetbikes8592]

Hmmm… Well, I bought one! I can’t say enough good things about mine. Mainly: sexy, comfortable, AND ultra-reliable, so far.

[@hertzair1186]

If I was in the market for a small sedan, I would buy this over a Toyota or Honda…I think the herd is brain-washed that only Honda and Toyota are the only reliable Japanese car brand, plus Mazda doesn’t advertise in the USA…Mazda is the reliable Japanese BMW, in terms of driving dynamics…

[@Dano-MX5]

I am pretty sure they sold all they made….I leased a new ‘18 Signature, loved it. Then leased a CX-9. When that lease was up I wanted to do a sedan purchase, eschewing the SUV craze. I just found a pristine ‘20 Mazda6 GT because the ‘23 Camry, Accord and Sonata lacked the quality and “soul” of the now defunct Mazda6. Our Snowflake Pearl GT looks awesome sitting in the garage next to our ‘21 Polymetal Grey MX-5 RF Club BBR. Mazda Is Always The Answer!!!

[@Mortgage.Expert]

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[@reedzhao3444]

The camry center console is too wide and hard plastic. Very uncomfortable for tall people. I like how the mazda 6 got padded material and narrower center console.

[@scaryapothecary]

Dang, Alex typically loves Mazdas but he was pretty critical of this new turbo 6. A lot of us are expecting the new turbo 6 to be a great driving car in the mainstream family sedan segment since previous iterations of the 6 were largely seen as the beat handling and one of the most fun to drive. I guess I’ll just have to test drive it vs the accord and see for myself.

[@boyoungjin3050]

Just bought it for a couple reasons. First, this is the car when you want something rare to find on the road. I guess there will be lots of people will argue to this but let just say there are some people enjoy the uniqueness. For the second, this car looks beautiful inside and out. I did cross-shopped with the new Accord touring and the 6 sig. and it's safe to say that both are great cars. but I care more about the interior because you never drive a car looking outside of the car. It's just one or two class above in the 6's cabin.

[@nickstark8640]

255/35r20 tires on 20 x 8.5 rims will fit and absolutely transform both handling and looks. Mazda fan here!

[@troytruong8246]

20” on a sedan? Tire is too thin and it will ride like shit. 18-19” is ideal for a daily sedan.

[@thevoxdeus]

Been waiting for this video for a while. No one I trust more than Alex to give me a legitimate review with cross segment comparisons.

[@mbenton6]

thevoxdeus this review was a piece of shit

[@KirkKreifels]

Mazda finally perfected this generation of 6. Looks, power, and a pretty decent interior!

[@normt5463]

LEXUriouS Kirk the 6 might be battling the bottom in under powered turbo-4's with Lexus IS200t.

[@KirkKreifels]

Norm T lol, we only sell IS in v6 where I work. A 260hp v6 and 311hp v6

[@pjay1281]

The Kia Optima is so underrated that's really sad. One thing I love the most about the Kia Optima is the fact that is really unique, and stylish with America's greatest warranty. My next car gonna be a Stinger or an Optima.

[@ALEX-sh3tx]

CAM AUTO if you read into the warranty Hyundai and Mitsubishi have slightly better warranties

[@st.thomas5802]

Nothing unique about the Optima or Sonata or any Korean car-they are the King and queens of knock off and copying other brands. Mazda 6 is better looking in every way and drives better also. Optimas are a good value and more features for the same money but also don't feel as good quality as Mazda or nicer German cars. Mazda is the best in class though the Accord and Camry are slightly quicker 0-60 but not in everyday driveability. The Stinger and Genesis however are better cars in most ways but also quite a bit pricier. Mazda offers a better sweet spot of quality, value, power, comfort, luxury and refinement than any other brand right now. Not the best in everything category but the sum of it's parts are greater as a whole. And while not in the same class, what the Stinger/Genesis do offer is a better value relative to the German cars with a better warranty and possibly reliability. But not sure I'd take either over the outstanding current generation of Audi A3/4/6 or BMW 2/3/4/5 as both brands produce outstanding vehicles, albeit at a higher price.

[@gio957]

The interior of the mazda6 is far more attractive than the accord and camry and everything else in the same class. The only thing it lacks is a modern infotainment system.

[@morenitanegrita8793]

I was THIS CLOSE to getting this car but got a Tesla Model 3 instead. These Mazdas are so nice! I freaking love my Tesla but I will admit that the Mazda interior feels a lot more luxurious with not as much plastic. But I’m a happy camper... 😁

[@TheSpectre2300]

YAY THE TRUNK COMFORT INDEX IS BACK!!!

[@darkroastlefty2803]

lol dead bodies in bodybags approve this!!! ;)

[@arman8097]

Dark Roast Lefty 😂🤣😂

[@Highflyer25800]

I love how while I am stuffed in the trunk; I can admire the hinge-work and flowy design of the trim.

[@bill7481]

The discrepancy in interior quietness many, including myself, are referring to may be due to the type of road the car is tested on. Coming from a 2016 Outback 3.6R Limited to a 2017 CX5 GT, I have noticed that the Mazda is much quieter on smoother roads; however, it is louder than the Outback on coarser pavement. So it is conceivable that Car & Driver found the Mazda 6 quieter than the competition because the cars were tested on smooth roads, while Alex found it (the Mazda 6) louder because he tested them on coarser pavement. As for the C+ score, I woudn't pay much attention to that. According to Alex on Autos, the 2017 CRV and the 2017 CX5 measured the same decibel reading - 70 decibels at 50 MPH. Yet, the CRV scored an "A" for "cabin noise", while the CX5 scored an "A-".

[@mbenton6]

Bill don't believe it... this guy is a Toyota fan thru and thru

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

I'm pretty sure if you review all of our videos you won't find that the case. I dislike the Camry's looks and I also give it just as much of a ding for lacking AA and CarPlay. The Mazda6 is attractive and a fine alternative, but is it the "best"? No, I cant' say that at this moment. However, if you review other Mazda vs Toyota videos we've done you'll see that we rank the CX-9 above the Highlander, the CX-5 above the RAV4 and the Mazda3 above the Corolla.

[@mbenton6]

Bill that's subjective... we're you in the car with him when he test drove.... stop it

[@bill7481]

There is nothing subjective about my previous comment, as it is not based on my opinion or feelings. My comment is based on my experience with 2 cars that I have owned. By the way, I am not saying what happened, but I am saying what could have happened, based on my experience. I am as baffled by Alex's findings as many of the subscribers here.

[@LifeISMagix]

Tires play an immense role in this.

[@axonmodding]

Great looking car, Mazda has the style game down!

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

And thats it

[@dcfla755]

6's handling and interior upgrades, Camry's v6, Accord's interior layout and Optima's exterior design; now that's a midsize to drool over 🤤

[@aSASa45454]

optima isnt good looking IMO. Mazda looks nice and simple, toyota rear end is nice. Accord is ugly

[@chicobeansauce]

Finally, the thumb nail matches the car being reviewed.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Don't they always?

[@chicobeansauce]

Alex on Autos Sorry for the late reply, I was focused more on the color of the vehicle in the thumbnail to the color of the vehicle being reviewed. I know it’s minor but it irks me every time.

[@NBAThrowback00]

Still the best car reviewer on KZbin!

[@alainpaquin627]

I drive a 2018 Mazda 6 GS-L 2.5 Turbo and I love it. The design & finish on this car is amazing. I drove the 2019 Camry XSE V6 and the 2019 Accord Sport 2.0 Turbo and both cars outperform the Mazda 6 in terms of real power. I would add that I preferred the V6 of the 2019 Camry XSE but at the end, I choose the 2018 Mazda 6 GS-L 2.5 Turbo for its look, its finish. its handlind, its quietness and especially for the price (excellent rebate for a year old new car). To conclude, if the 3 vehicles (Camry XSE V6/Accord Sport 2l Turbo/Mazda 6 GS-L 2.5l Turbo) were at the same price when I was ready to buy, I would have bought the Camry XSE V6. If I need more performance, I ride my motorcycles.

[@michaelgrant5258]

Quietness? The Mazda 6 is noisier than its competition. For the money Mazda is asking you could pick up a Toyota Avalon that beats it in every way.

[@alainpaquin627]

@@michaelgrant5258 I don't know where you live but I can assure you that a Toyota Avalon is much more expensive to buy than a Mazda 6 GS-L Turbo here in Canada. A used 2018 Toyota Avalon with 25,000 km is around 33,000$ + taxes and I paid 26,500$ + taxes for my brand new 2018 Mazda 6 GS-L Turbo + taxes. As far as quietness goes for the 2018 Mazda 6 and up, it's really quiet compare to the prevous years. Have you tried the Mazda 6 2018 and up? All reviews for the 2018 Mazda 6 and up say it's really quiet. Ps. you have the right to express your opinion. My opinion is based on my driving experience when I tried the Accord Sport 2019, the Camry XSE V6 2019 and the Mazda 6 GS-L turbo 2018 which I bought.

[@efavuzza73]

Mazda has been making great cars. However there isn’t many dealers and that why I haven’t gotten one. The make the most beautiful Audiish interior.

[@gregwalker4236]

as a used car buyer (can't justify the expense of a new one) when i was looking for something a couple of years ago, i went with a high mileage accord exl pretty well loaded (and still with 5 sp auto). just didn't see anywhere near # of mazda 6's to choose from. the accord has proved to be a keeper , maybe all parts subject to failure had already been addressed because of its high mileage.

[@efavuzza73]

I only lease cars because tax reason. Also I had bad experience in HS with a used Honda Accord. It was flood and used car dealer never said anything. So I only get new card

[@efavuzza73]

I went to a Mazda dealer and they changed the tires to summer tires continental contact with the next wider size tires. Day and night at least 1 second faster ez

[@efavuzza73]

The best version to get is Grand Touring model same engine without a few options

[@tarasyk2003]

Alex. I love your reviews but you keep stressing same old about tire width. I drive 2017 Honda Accord Sport and have 235 width tires on it but in winter i put 215 winter tires and to be honest with you I truly feel no difference in handling or comfort or braking performance. So I think for most ppl difference between 235 and 225 isnt worth stressing

[@djarumastrofoo]

The Accord was significantly louder than the Mazda 6 I drove on the same roads. Something seems odd with the noise measurements. I really wanted to love the Accord but my knee jammed into the dash was a non-starter.

[@TungNguyen-ku4gu]

Engine noise or road noise? If it was road noise, it could be the tires

[@garrettkraushaar5068]

I did not drive a Camry or Accord but every other review agrees with you and states the Mazda 6 is the quietest of the three.

[@knightmarel]

I drove the GT/GT reserve model and it felt very refined. The power felt adequate for a car like this. Didn't get to take it too far so I couldn't tell if it was quieter than before on rougher roads. I'd drive the Accord and see how it compares but the Mazda is the best looking for sure.

[@valdaburke2930]

Michael Zhu mm

[@EdgarRenje]

Mazda and Ford are my current favorit brands. 11:00 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now available for all Mazda in Europe with the MZD Connect System since 2013 (can be retrofitted for 300 €, newly configured 220 €).

[@ryanlittleton5615]

Easily the best looking in the class with nicest interior in the class as well IMO. And now finally has some ACTUAL BALLS.

[@serbzero]

Solid review.Very surgical as usual, which is why I watch Alex's videos. Points taken for a notion that Accord's interior is better (when literally every journalist ever proclaimed it almost on part with entry level BMW and Audi, and Accord's interior looks like a knockoff of 2017 Mazda 6). Second, sound measures have to be wrong, seeing how all other reviews put it uniformly on par, or quieter than Camry and Accord. I agree with all the other points though. This was a bit of a stop gap for Mazda until the new generation comes out, but overall not bad for a 6 year old platform. They could have saved the day with AWD and slightly different engine tuning (instead of tuning it exactly like CX9 and giving it all that torque). 270 hp and 280 torque would be easily achievable on that 2.5T on premium.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

The meters don't lie (that I know of) and others I know have mentioned the cabin noise. Remember that road surface plays into this a great deal so if youre on a smooth road maybe the Accord is louder, but on the road we test cars on, the Mazda is louder.

[@BanBiofuels]

I finally saw a new one in silver and it looked beautiful. In that color it is equal to the Sonata, in my opinion.

[@ironcity8693]

So a family car that achieves 6.4 seconds from 0-60 is not fast enough for real world driving? I would buy a car with a standard transmission over a CVT any day.

[@westlipha]

I agree. It’s the best looking sedan in today’s market.

[@37Zbig]

Damn it, this car looks awesome

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

I'm planning to buy it used someday dude.

[@karlp8484]

I totally agree the Mazda 6 is easily the best-looking car in its segment and the segment above too. The Skyactive technology means higher compression petrols and lower compression diesels than normal. Aiming at a compression ignition petrol, which might be a holy grail for efficiency? Dunno. It'd run pretty hot though.

[@st.thomas5802]

Legacys are decent cars and AWD a nice feature but the Mazda destroys it in fuel economy and snow tires would be better than AWD in the winter if you could choose just one.

[@jimmaccari1489]

Most Mercedes don't have real wood only wind and road noise. This car is a deal. Why nitpick HP? That is only a criteria 14 year old's care about. Great review.

[@miamiSincar]

best car ever and the best thing no cvt transmission

[@Ninerforlife1979]

Thanks for the review! Just got my 6 and apparently I need to get new tires ;-). It really is a wonderful and FUN car!!!

[@Onibaka]

does the Bose speaker on the front doors work ? they don't work for me, only the dash (near the windshield) are working. When i asked my car dealer they said it's working as intended.

[@troytruong8246]

Same. My lexus rc350 door speaker sounds like shit if u put your ear next to it. But the overall quality is the best. Weird.

[@justinfontaine5539]

Mazda ended up beating Toyota to Car Play..

[@TheAccordingtoyou]

The 0-60 time Alex got in the Optima is still suspect 🧐🧐🧐, so it's actually one of the slowest in the class. However, I average 27 -28 mpg so the fuel efficiency is actually quite good and premium gas is not even recommended. The interior materials aren't as nice as the Mazda, but it has additional premium features, and I have heard the Harmon Kardon System is better. Furthermore, the infotainment and 360 camera are better in the Optima, plus you get a longer warranty. In conclusion, I recommend the Mazda 6 or the Kia Optima, if you aren't looking for the fastest in the class.

[@derrickjscottds]

In my opinion, Toyota, Honda, and Mazda hands down currently have the midsize car segment increasingly taking things up a notch in the game. It's good to see the competition in making cars that are really appealing. I also believe that Kia is quietly becoming a true contender to these three in the market..Great Review as ALWAYS!

[@vlads2874]

I agree. This, IMO, is the most attractive sedan as far as the outside design goes. Rear ends could use a slight redesign though.

[@truckercowboyed2638]

Great at always Alex. After my current car loan is paid I will seriously have to look at one of these. . Maybe on the used market could get one for under 20k.

[@canth8u]

I died when the trunk score came on lol

[@michaelgrant5258]

I am holding out for the turbo diesel version in 2020 hopefully.

[@kmier2000]

the chase for fuel economy numbers made cars significantly more sluggish. To be able to have any sort of pick up you have to have them in sport all the time. Difference is staggering between two mazdas I own. One from 10 years ago, one brand new. The old one just goes. The new one you have to put in sport and floor it.

[@normt5463]

Kris Mier the small tires didn't help fuel economy when Malibu 2.0T can see almost 40 mpg highway.

[@st.thomas5802]

What years and engines/powertrain are you comparing? Id agree turbo lag is kind of to very annoying but the torque at low rpm is equally satisfying. I'm going naturally aspirated Mazda 6 next time even though the Mazda 6 turbo is one of the better turbo engines for minimal lag and maximum torque.

[@bassandtrebleclef]

Sedans are a tough space, and not just because people are shifting to Suvs. The Stinger, Regal Sportback, even a 2yr old Lexus GS are in the same price range, so buyers have a lot of good choices. Since the price floor is so high for upper end trims of the CamCord and Mazda, now more than ever it makes sense to look at all the choices, even those outside of the car class you think you're in.

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

In other comparisons vs Camry and Accord it was said that the Mazda was more quiet, here it is the opposite, confusing.

[@meugzy]

Mgoblagulkablong Alex is wrong .

[@normt5463]

industry. Has smallest tires with the worse lateral grip.

[@ThatWasherNerd]

Literally you find every new Mazda the most attractive in its segment...

[@silentrefusal9911]

LGwasherFan very rightfully so.

[@normt5463]

In the end a pretty golf cart is just underpowered, pretty golf cart.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

I can't help it, they have some skilled designers.

[@ThatWasherNerd]

Lol I'm not judging, they are attractive vehicles.

[@ALEX-sh3tx]

LGwasherFan Ford is better where it matters most that's why it's the best selling brand in America

[@medellon]

Seems like this design has been around for a while now, any idea when a complete redesign will come?

[@Muggs666]

Most likely end of 2019 or beginning of 2020. They will show the all new Mazda 3 at LA Auto show this fall and the all new 6 will come after that.

[@ugeneroca]

Awesome vid Alex, if I may, I would also recommend to buyers the Kia Stinger EX. With it’s 2.0L turbo, rwd, optional awd and very veeery well equipped for the ex model, long power train warranty, should make for an interesting choice.

[@ForgottenSVT]

My wife and i spent weeks comparing the Camry, Accord, and Mazda, drove a few of each, and in the end, just couldnt beat the feel, drive, looks, and options in the Mazda 6. We came home with one tonight and regret nothing. Honda felt cheap, and brakes felt horrible. Toyota was nice, but not exceptional.

[@mazariqbal9514]

Which country make Mazda 2-2 TS2 diesel engine?...

[@sacuW9ep]

Sadly you can't get this car without a moonroof in the higher trim packages so my 6'5" body doesn't fit without bumping my head. If they had a "moonroof delete" option I would buy it in a heartbeat to replace my old Mazdaspeed 6.

[@MrMazda-ih8cw]

Great video. Packed with a ton of technical data. Thanks for sharing!

[@deu8894]

the 6 has the looks but not the Oomph, I suspect those will be sorted out in a next generation 6. Grand Dad's Camry finally out-handles the 6 while being faster at the same time.

[@deu8894]

Sinister Veridicus what doesn't it do. The out-handling or acceleration

[@0legacyking0]

What happens if you have half a tank with unleaded and half with premium unleaded gas? What would happen to the performance?

[@kmier2000]

nothing on HUD?

[@Brandonjamlarue]

Kris Mier right?

[@ast5515]

Just watched another video of the Mazda 6 facelift and it turns out Carplay and Android Auto are finally available in Europe. But we don't get the turbo engine.

[@garrickkidd4508]

Is it only the Turbo version that comes with the Diamond Gril?

[@exothermal.sprocket]

"Torque is nothing without horsepower behind it." Actually, torque is quite literally a rotational force. That rotational force doesn't necessarily result in any motion whatsoever. If things start to rotate, then you factor in two more things: distance and time. Horsepower is force, distance, and time........ in other words, the result of a formula of individual factors.

[@marktodd4479]

for real....torque trumps hp all day long. torque gives all the fun

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@marktodd4479 If you're talking about something that moves (the car) as the result of a force (torque), you cannot escape a horsepower formula. What you mean to say is, having great torque a low engine speeds. And I agree, having solid torque at low engine speeds is far more satisfying.

[@audaciousifti]

My personal preference is the Toyota Camry XSE w/ V6 engine. The interior is nice and so is the exterior, especially in black top and white body color profile. It is actually sort of luxurious (especially with the red seats imo) and cheap to maintain. The XSE version is particular is fun to drive as well. Don't forget how reliable Toyotas are either.

[@ALEX-sh3tx]

Ifti Plays I'd take a look at the Ford Fusion it's better where it matters most that's how you become America's best selling brand

[@omgitsme435]

Too bad XSE with V6 is nearly a 40k car..

[@singular9]

W-_-T Toyota offers up to 5k off easy...haggle a bit and you can get more

[@chuckd7423]

Nice looking car, except for that Darth Vader grill. Don't know why Toyota and Lexus went that route, but they are hideous. Can't say that the unibrow grill on the new Accord is much better. Mazda6 is still the most attractive of these 3, by a long shot.

[@st.thomas5802]

@@chuckd7423 Agreed-id consider if it wasn't for the hideous grill bc it looks good otherwise and I'm a sucker for V6s. The Accord is even uglier despite being a nice car, though saddled with a a CVT in all but the highest spec. When my current lease is up it's either a 17 Mazda 6 GT or new 18 6 Sport/Touring. I really would love the turbo but the base engine is quick enough and Im really impressed by all the new refinements and interior-especially the new seats!

[@kalel0192]

How is the turbo only in the automatic yet there's a manul for the NA?

[@vitp2579]

Great review, as always

[@kevinstarski1598]

Whatever happened to all those NVH improvements? Ride - B, Noise - C+...Sound like previous generation Mazda...

[@DerekJamesMandy]

You skipped over the USB ports in the rear armrest.

[@dcuccia]

At the pricing, it deserves a comparison to the Stinger IMO. Yes, "apples to oranges" but it doesn't mean I won't be cross-shopping...

[@chuckd7423]

Yes, to the 4 cyl turbo Stinger. The Stinger GT is in another class, and a considerably more expensive one.

[@dcuccia]

@@chuckd7423 agree completely

[@trumemphisnet]

Purchased in May. 3.5k miles/5.6k km and the hood is all chipped up. Never in 3 years of ownership of my Jeep Wrangler or Mazda Miata did I ever see paint so easy to damage - and thats with hundreds of thousands of km in that time frame. The paint IS incredible to look at, but not if it means this kind of wear and tear. Having the hood refinished and protected. Love the car otherwise.

[@trueashdown]

18:40 First gen Insight?

[@JV801097253]

Sounds like he works for Honda and Toyota haha

[@takuan650]

Most flawed review I have watched so far. I checked the Honda but drive the Mazda.

[@DobermanMom70]

I know I love my “Ruby”...’18 soul red GT turbo! I’m trading her in for the soul red ‘19 MX-5 manual soft top though....gonna miss that turbo and torque, but I’m city driving now and that turbo gets HORRIBLE gas mileage in town!!!!

[@nozz9734]

Sound is better as befor

[@Kingthin]

Mazda’s rocks!!

[@KEKarthik]

Hey Alex... Could you please, please, please do a full review of 2018 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Limited! Thank you!

[@tlg-]

my Mazda6 signature has a heads up display and I LOVE IT.. did your tester not have it, Alex?

[@tlg-]

Its a full color system too, really nice. It gives you lots of different information as well. I don't believe many other vehicles in this segment have that option.

[@kevinmsft]

Mazda needs a ZF gearbox and a lot of investment in the in-car technology wrt GPS screen and phone integration... the rest (look, quality, drive, engine) is already awesome.

[@JackThompson-if1xx]

HELL NOOOOO the Mazda easy won !!!! the Honda grill is awful and the Camry is just gross. kia and passat are better then camry and accord

[@emirsaracevic]

VW is pure junk...KIA different story

[@aSASa45454]

The toyota looks nice IMO. Accord is definitely ugly

[@Majibu101]

Jack Thompson yeah but the Mazda is gonna straight up break down on like 30k+ miles and oh shit what would happen to complete the story by a Mazda

[@bvedant]

Bitconnnect 1billion dollas not sure if troll or actually thinks that...

[@silentrefusal9911]

A really really good car this Mazda 6 is. But it gets really worrisome once you start looking at the competition. Especially that Camry V6 and the top trim Accord. Heck even that Legacy 3.6 somehow looks a better option to me than Mazda 6 for the more comfortable seats, Android Auto/CarPlay and AWD standard. Eyesight and the list goes on

[@st.thomas5802]

If you don't mind an ugly grille sure-pretty good cars but definitely not better than a 6. Though I admit to liking a good V6 like offered in the Camry, the Mazda is built from better quality materials, has better steering, a nicer interior and is a great value in any trim. And snow tires are better than AWD in the snow and between the 3.6 and AWD the Mazda will destroy it in fuel economy. And unless you get the top spec Accord you get a piece of turd CVT and if you get the Camry V6 you're paying close to $40k making the Mazda 6 GT a much better value than any of the 3.

[@nevermore311]

This brings up a very natural question: will we see these new higher trims and engine show up in the 2019 Mazda3? Or at least something similar maybe? That car should totally be bumped up over 200hp. And actually, I think the CX-3 needs a big workover as well. I don’t even think they offer the 184hp engine for that model, which is just stupid.

[@Whoracle8531]

Apple Carplay and Android Auto is available for Mazdas..

[@peter5807]

8:35 nice to know it can easily hold bodies.

[@arman8097]

Sick car. ❤️❤️❤️

[@HelpdeskHonky]

I wonder if wider gripping tires will make a difference?

[@bw6415]

I enjoy your reviews most of the time, but this time I have to disagree with you on several fronts. When it comes to style, the Mazda is hands down the best looking, in and out. It’s cohesive and sultry. The Camry is nice looking from the back and side if you get the sport versions, but the front end is HORRIBLE! The front looks pieced together on the Sport models and the base front looks like the Avalon. The interior is overstyled just like most Toyota’s. Nothing cohesive at all. The Accord is not bad overall but it looks like Honda went with the fastback style and it looks a bit frumpy. The interior of the Accord is a nice place, definitely better than the Camry, but doesn’t feel premium to me (I have sat in a few touring and sport models). The Mazda looks and feels expensive compared to the others. I don’t know what materials you think are better in the others because I haven’t seen them or felt them. The only thing that I believe would make the 6 better would be the replacement of Mazda Connect. It’s not perfect, for sure, but neither is the system in the recent Honda’s. Honda makes you go through too many steps to do basic things. You mention the Apple CarPlay/Android Auto missing from the Mazda and Toyota. I saw a review recently where Mazda has made CarPlay and Auto available as a download through the service department. The vehicle just has to have Mazda Connect with Navigation. I stopped by the dealership to see the new 6 GT Signature and I asked the dealership if this was true and I was told, yes! The new models arriving this fall will have it in them from the factory. I’m sure the Camry will get it soon enough.

[@dannydeleney2810]

TL;DR: you like Mazda based on subjective factors

[@bill7481]

On point.

[@omgitsme435]

Honda has never had premium interiors. Functional sure, but they always have dull and uninspired cabins filled with cheap plastics.

[@FG-fk6jb]

The very notions of 'like'/'dislike' are subjective in general, and especially so when you compare same or similar products (top trims of midsize sedans in this case). These 'feelings' are results of combinations of many things, both measurable, therefore objective (0 - 60 time, sheer horse power, LED headlights, sunroof etc) and subjective ones ('more attractive', 'better road 'feel', 'fun to drive' etc). Those combinations will affect different people differently, some will 'like' them more than others and vice versa. There is no need to argue about that. It's like saying that blue color is better than red, but worse than green. You just 'feel' that way, while another person 'feels' differently.

[@guantai69]

The manual is gone here in Canada for 2018.

[@JP4drumsFarrell]

The Camry and Accord are fun??!! Yea, if I am 80 years old and living in Florida! This will be the last review that I will ever watch from Alex on something.

[@drewcroft]

72 decibels? Wow. Kinda surprised they wouldn't make it quieter than that.

[@meugzy]

Drew Croft It is quieter alex is wrong.

[@김동준-t9p]

Drew Croft zoom zoom zoom b1tch

[@김동준-t9p]

Babs Alex choi is right

[@dannydeleney2810]

Nothing shouts drivability like inferior grip, acceleration, and braking!

[@mbenton6]

Drew Croft Alex is a fuckin liar www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2018-mazda-6-in-depth-review-interior-and-passenger-space