2021 Mazda 6 Carbon Edition Review...The Best, But People Buy SUVs Instead

[@MeynMotorGroup]

See my 2021 Mazda 3 Turbo Review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5rLk5iiqp6hia8 please be sure to give these reviews a like 👍 thanks!

[@WarHammer1911A1]

I'm a german car snob, I think this is the best looking sedan on the market.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Ahaha yea this one does look clean

[@sergiopereira9546]

This is the type of car i love , understated ,discrete but when passengers get inside they get blown away of how nice the car is . I love mazda from the rotaries to the miata to what they doing now with theyre powertrains . Really glad they selling theyre cars specially SUV's like hot cakes ,really cool to see a brand acutally trying to improve the quality of their vehicles instead of spamming the market with fake ass copy paste cars , really going against the trends . BTW the station wagon looks better :D

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea Mazda is literally one of the few car companies that cares about us love Mazda

[@golfbuddy1969]

I just purchased this exact car 2 weeks ago. We also have Camry and Accords in my family too. But there is absolutely no comparison when it comes to quality interior appointments, super quiet interior, and almost no wind and road noise. Unbelievable for the money I paid. Apple CarPlay really nullifies any issues with the infotainment.

[@trancross7040]

Great review bro! The Mazda 6 & Camry are my favorite midsized mainstream sedans. I love all the premium touches & features offered in them both. But the 6 just takes it to another level. Anyway man you're doing a fantastic job with these reviews & I hope you have much continued success going forward.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I agree my friend and thanks so much!

[@megatronusorionpax4900]

I wish other companies were like Mazda. Something I keep seeing from your reviews on their cars is how honest they are, like they're not scamming people with making cars with nice materials but with bad quality. They exterior always looks extremely handsome and the interior is genuinely amazing with good reliability AND it's affordable. You really do get it all with this car and orher Mazdas except for the brand name which is annoying that people care so much for the brand name that they disregard anything that isn't an automatic status symbol even if it's a better product. The snobbery of it all 😆, but I love this review I wish more ppl give Mazda credit like you do

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I def agree my friend Mazda is def trying their hardest to provide max quality at this normal car prices I def respect that!

[@danniamendoza9260]

I want this car Goal this year

[@BeesonsCars]

The Mazda6 is like my first choice for a “normal” sedan now that they offer the 2.5T. One of these with some nice grippy tires and coilovers would be amazing.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea some better tires would make this feel great

[@chrissimmons9969]

Very nice review. I bought a 2020 Accord 2.0, but this Mazda 6 was definitely on my short list. I have no regrets, but I really do like these 6,s.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea Honda Accord is def a very solid choice by far the best handling hands down and very spacious its a pragmatic choice, Mazda 6 is a unique offering for sure I go back and forth all the time. Congrats my friend!

[@redrock861]

This is much nicer looking than the accord tho.

[@chrissimmons9969]

@@redrock861 design & style are subjective things. Don’t get me wrong I really like the Mazda 6. I scored my 2020 EXL 2.0 for under 30k before taxes so I pulled the trigger.

[@chrissimmons9969]

@@mbenton6 I bought the 2.0 with a proper automatic 10 speed...

[@brynnleahnayvieghlaykynnn6175]

@@Mrtellitlikeitis I’ve driven both Mazda handles better The Mazda loves when you floor it in a turn

[@bryanweston7737]

I've owned a 2021 Mazda 6 Carbon Edition since new - I now have 19,000 miles on it - great driver's car - plenty of power, and the handling is solid - especially when you flick the "sport" switch on, which gives you more aggressive automatic shift points, and stiffens-up the suspension - I use this on curvy two lane roads, or traffic circles. It also rides well, and is quite quiet - very stable at expressway speeds - I've had it up over 100 mph several times - very located and solid on the road. The interior is really nice, and the seats are comfortable, even on a long drive. It also has a generous trunk. Even though it's now the end of 2024 - the styling of this car is still awesome - it's the kind of car you look back at when you park it, just to admire its lines.

[@swright5690]

Solid review! You are a great and natural speaker.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thank you my friend!

[@ngartola]

Definitely agree. Previously had a 2016 Mazda 6 but had to upgrade to the 2021 CX5 because I needed the turbo and AWD for the Canadian winter ❄️. Never had to do any other maintenance than oil changes in 5 years. The quality you get for the price is just unmatched. They just need to improve their tech and info system

[@valsimotdesign]

Have Mazda 6 2021,....6 th in a row since 2004,...and I can¨t get enough of Mazdas..:)

[@jeffmorse645]

Three left in the Bay Area. Going to check one at this week. Looks like its my last chance to own a new 6 since its been discontinued.

[@spxvfx]

Great review once again ur reminding me of Doug 😂. Wish this car looked sportier tho then again u could slap on a body kit

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha thank you my friend this car would look amazing with a body kit on it

[@radoslavshtarkov9794]

Hi mate, thank you for the review. Do you think the 2021 model is comfier than the 2020 one? I test drove 2019 a few times and the 2021 and you are definitely right that 2021 feels comfier and quieter.

[@Offensively-normal]

First things first. Merry Christmas 2022. I decided to retro watch some M6 vids in anticipation of the possibility of a new 6 hitting our shores soon. I am super excited for a straight 6 as we used to call this type of engine. I wonder how my 64 mercy comet with the 3 on the tree (in line 6) would have felt with a turbo. My point is they were super strong motors that just ran and ran. Not particularly fast but you you could not break it. I just may be in the market for a new Mazda. Depends on $ing. Thanks for a great year!!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey my friend thanks so much for your wishes, I hope you and your family have a blessed holidays + New Years as well. Straight 6 Mazdas should be pretty sweet I’m looking forward to what new things Mazda will bring

[@Blackpilld]

Amazing review. Invest in good camera views and you are on your way up!!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Humbled by that my friend thank you!

[@vincentv1790]

Love this colour combo and the 2.5T added to it no turbo lag... such a refinement... much prefer this than competitors... only I find Mazda 3 hatch pp more appealing to my liking... nonetheless great craftmanship!!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea It's tough for me between this and the Mazda 3 Turbo Hatch I may lean towards the 3 because of the AWD

[@alengreen589]

looks good, drives good, built quality good, light premium feeling Inside but sales numbers are worst, thanks for the Review Kevin.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Solid summary

[@alengreen589]

@@MeynMotorGroup thank you Kevin, the car has a few problems i think and here in Europe the sales numbers are very worst.

[@timw2083]

I was going to like the video til you dumped on the Ceramic Silver Stingers LMAO..... the Mazda6 is one of the most underrated cars in the class. I can't wait to see the RWD version. These look best in red but I can't buy that color

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha I like the color looks good on just about any car and yea that's true Mazdas do look amazing in Red for sure tough choices

[@grandpa203]

bought a 2018 GT and I love it....was the year they did the refresh and it makes the car feel like night and day compared to older models. Thing rides like a beauty and definitely has that executive feel but with out the executive price tag!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Nice! 2018 was a great year they made many refinement changes, congrats on that beautiful ride!

[@ingenunis5003]

As always Kevin~ Nice Review

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks!

[@danniamendoza9260]

In love with this car

[@enrikefranco8725]

I have a 2018 Mazda 6 Grand touring. Love it.

[@FreshTillDeath56]

Thanks for the review. For relatively the same price as the 3 Turbo, I think the 6 Carbon is the far better value. But then again, the 3 has the AWD and would handle better and safer in rain and snow. What do you think about the comparison? I'm so torn. In terms of looks, I think the 6 Carbon wins too.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I think I would go for a Turbo 3 Hatch I know its small but the AWD makes a big difference in driving although I personally prefer large sedans

[@TonyOhio]

Very nice video Couls you please share feeling of handling, accelarating etc between Mazda 6 and Lexus Es350 and Es 250? Thanks

[@arman8097]

I have dark blue Signature with white interior. That thing flies. Zoom in and out fast.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Gorgeous

[@arman8097]

@Patrick Bateman this my third white interior. Never gave me a problem and doesn't heat up like the black ones I had.

[@brynnleahnayvieghlaykynnn6175]

@@arman8097 does it get dirty easily how long have u had it? I have the signature also but went with the brown interior because I was weary on how the white would look over time I think white looks better tho

[@arman8097]

@@brynnleahnayvieghlaykynnn6175 I have it since August. Only my seat looks very little dark coz of my jeans. The rest of the areas like bottom part of the dashboard and the doors and others seats look crystal clear. My seat clears easily* btw

[@brynnleahnayvieghlaykynnn6175]

@@arman8097 that’s what I read a lot of people said that that’s the main reason I chose brown

[@FloridaRaider]

Nice review

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thank you my friend!

[@JR-jz7mt]

But hows the reliability for the car if you were to decide to keep it 10+ years? The turbo vs non turbo version

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Nobody knows hasn't even been out for 10 years

[@vincentv1790]

Its been 4 years since the first introduction with 2016 cx9... spark plugs need to be changed earlier than the non turbo engine...

[@mikep2207]

Awesome review!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks!

[@lordhave4420]

I used to work for Mazda like 3 years ago. They are actually really good cars. How come people don't buy them?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Advertising they do is really trash doesn't explain to the common person what makes their product so amazing

[@Gnosis33]

Would pick Mazda over Toyota or Hond any day.

[@club1fan552]

Whaaaaat?! Did you say Mazda are bringing out a REAR wheel drive 6? Haven't seen one in this line up since the 626 of 40 YEARS AGO! Talk about retro! With hardly any rear wheel drives around now, can't wait for that...and a manual (hopefully)!

[@ResplendentRaider]

Really wanting an ES but i think i may have found my backup choice.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

This would be solid back up for sure

[@ResplendentRaider]

@@mbenton6 thats clearly subjective but ok.

[@Huskasin]

I've heard the polymetal grey + red combo described as a giant blueberry. I think the reason so many manufacturers are doing an industrial grey+red interior combo it seems to be a kind of pre-cyberpunk design movement we're seeing immerge.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I think you're right about that

[@cloudies3671]

I’m buying this car soon

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I dont think you will be disappointed

[@cloudies3671]

@@MeynMotorGroup nope. I’ve been looking at this vehicle for awhile now. It’s really nice for the price. The amount of features you get for the money is unreal. It’s also been out for awhile so most of the issues should have been sort it out by this point. It’s also “made in Japan.”

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea this might be the best "value" in Mazda lineup especially the GT trim for 30k that would be the least expensive way of getting the Turbo motor. Did you ever look into the Mazda 3 Turbo?

[@cloudies3671]

@@MeynMotorGroup yeah I liked it but the vehicle just came out and also I don’t like some of the features on it. No touchscreen, space is kinda small, no rear ac vents.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I don't like how small it is

[@xMuRDoCx]

Do you get "skunk eye" when driving your LC?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yep

[@MApong411]

I’m between this and the 3 hatchback ugh I wish the 3 had more technology as far as the back goes then it would be a no brainer.

[@damonsta80]

Kevin do you think with Toyota and Mazda working together now do you think this will help their sales a bit more and did you notice any technology or built difference with this model in comparison to the previous that maybe showing both companies are sharing things ?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

So build quality has been the same since Mazda left Ford, its a full Japanese company now and the vehicles are solid. I'm not sure if working with Toyota will help Mazda sales since the average non car person wouldn't even know. I think Mazda needs to really improve their marketing game because their commercials right now are trash. But they're doing all the right things with their products

[@damonsta80]

@@MeynMotorGroup hmmm ..Let’s hope the get better on the marketing.

[@Excalabur50]

I miss my 929 still.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

929 is a legend

[@NCrdwlf]

I still have mine, 230k and still rolling. It’s been an amazing car. Still quiet, smooth and very reliable . I will keep it and purchase the Mazda 6 signature in the next few months . I still have my 93 B2200 and it has 120k on it .

[@RomanM803]

I still think it’s the best looking car in its class next to the k5.

[@moeanthony9308]

Well done Kevin. Question. This or Mazda 3 turbo?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I think I may go 3 hatchback but I do like the size and price of the 6

[@amj-ti7jt]

I like the review and this car is insane

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thank you so much and I def agree it's a great ride

[@mkkoper]

Regarding SUVs..... I currently own GS IV gen, CRV IIIgen, MX-5 ND2 and Volvo S60R manual. The only reason I want to get rid of my GS is that I don’t drive it anymore (due to Covid I do home office) even though It’s a great car. Simply, my wife does not want to drive something bigger that the CRV in European smaller roads. And I understand her. So for me. Having MX-5 as daily and fun car plus S60R which keeps its value and serves as a great highway and snowy purpose (due to AWD) car, I am more likely to look to get rid of GS and CRV and exchange for the NX or CX-5...because such cars are much smaller as GS or Mazda 6 for city drive yet as big inside to serve family purposes... And this is why people choose SUVs instead of sedans.... and yes NX in comparison to GS feels very cheap... but... NX/ CX-5 is far more versatile.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I know SUVs can haul a lot of stuff I admit

[@pauldwyer6118]

Hello Kevin. I need to vent. I watched a lot of car videos for ten years, while I had my prizm LSI. When that broke, I had four days to make a purchase in 2016. i wanted the best midsize sedan, particularly for reliability and handling. I got the 2017 accord touring black on black with the V6. I couldn't afford the car and for four and a half years, I made payments. I paid it off last week and it has 26k miles. But then I saw this video yesterday and watched it several times. My brain wants me to go buy one right now and I'm feeling obsessive. I noticed in many of these comments, there's interest in the 9th generation accord V6. Can you be a friend and talk me out of trading in my accord for this carbon edition? Or would you make the trade and have car payments again? What I like the most about this car is the steering wheel. I hope this comment sparks some interest.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Never my friend you have yourself a V6 gem of a motor in arguably the best looking Accord bodystyle. Most importantly IT'S PAID OFF so no more payments for you! You're finally done with car debt and your car is reliable with hardly any miles. The Mazda 6 is not worth it in your position and the Mazda isn't perfect as I mentioned there is torque steer and won't sound as good as that V6 Accord. Only main advantage you will gain is refinement and interior which in your position is not worth another car payment. Keep your car as your car is a keeper, save up your cash maybe try and retire early. Best of luck sir

[@matthewoesch2364]

With that red interior they should have done a black headliner

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Or a Red headliner 😜

[@matthewoesch2364]

@@MeynMotorGroup 😂🤣😂

[@matthewoesch2364]

PS I drive a 2018 Mazda 6 grand touring reserve with the Turbo. Mine is black with parchment interior. Sometimes I forget how fast it is, but when you floor it you really feel it!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Gorgeous very nice spec yea seriously these things pull very well all the way to triple digit speeds no problem at all great daily

[@jonathanb3255]

Can u get ur hands on a sonata n line to compare??? I feel that they're fairly similar on paper

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I may get some new Hyundais this year to review

[@JS-bp3up]

This color and that wolf's grey on the K5. Nice. Maybe black out the chrome on this?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I would black out the chrome since this car comes with black wheels and spoiler!

[@tom-bw6cw]

Nice review, interesting to hear you rate the auto box. Here in England all reviews slate the auto box and say to avoid it like the plague. I’m disappointed Mazda didn’t upgrade the infotainment on this but did in the new cx5 update. But the bigger disappointment is I very much doubt England will get the next 6.

[@thedude2897]

I'm waiting for the new Mazda6 in 2 years. I like the current one, but it's from 2014.

[@taricelgoods1053]

Does it come in black?

[@ozamatazbuckshank.]

The carbon edition only comes in polymetal grey because it's special edition. But all the other regular trims are available in jet black mica.

[@taricelgoods1053]

Thank for replying and I think that it would look great murdered out all black. Maybe because I’m jealous of my wife’s Grand Cherokee Altitude! Black through & through! Thnx again and great review.

[@ozamatazbuckshank.]

@@taricelgoods1053 A blacked out Mazda6 would be dope. I got a 2021, but it's in the dark blue. Black was second on my list, though. It's so sleek.

[@Argedis]

The Mazda 6 Grand Touring is actually the cheapest way to get their 2.5T engine new. I've seen em on Autotrader as low as $26k whereas the cheapest I've seen the Mazda 3 Turbo is $29k. I've also seen the Mazda 6 Grand Touring Reserve (which has ventilated seats) for $28k. Not everyone needs AWD or wants every single option, they messed up by not making a "bargain" Mazda 3 Turbo. The Mazda 6 is a way better bargain for the money.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yes I did notice the Mazda6 is one of the cheapest ways of getting the Turbo motor just wish they gave it AWD from the 3 because I hate the way the wheels peel out when you floor it in the 6...too much power for the front wheels only

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@Mrtellitlikeitis well it wouldn't be a thorough test if I didn't floor it and unveil the flaws

[@CarswithNash]

Nice, I like me a big sedan!👌 (The grill kinda looks like a Mercedes knock off...😉🤷‍♂️)

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I love sedans as well!

[@WaheedKhan-mm3pw]

They should have made it awd and not fwd.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yes then I would be all over the Mazda 6

[@WaheedKhan-mm3pw]

@@MeynMotorGroup I am sure they definitely would have if they could. Probably the platform could not accommodate awd.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I hope they roll out with that RWD platform asap

[@WaheedKhan-mm3pw]

@@MeynMotorGroup I couldn't agree more.

[@deet4895]

The Mazda 6 can be had with AWD, just not in North America.

[@mgp9733]

Severely puzzled as to why you called the Accord a "Tin Can", unless you were taking about a much older generation. The Accord is as roomy, refined and well balanced as any car in the class and has been since the introduction of the 9th gen. This Mazda has been obsolete for some time and essentially is just a layer cake refresh.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Tin can refers to the plastic unrefined interior

[@FePyroMaiden]

I personally would prefer the GT Reserve

[@MeynMotorGroup]

So this actually is just a GT Reserve but they just call it a different trim because of the color scheme I guess

[@alpappalardi7044]

Here is a fact about Mazda’s in NY. Allstate insurance company will only insure Mazda vehicles in accidents with after market parts. If they can’t get the Chinese’s part . They are totaling out cars, I spend my early retirement days hanging in my friends body shop Weird stuff today

[@MeynMotorGroup]

That is very interesting

[@henryrestrepo8214]

Love Mazda products...

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

The rear reminds me of a Nissan Maxima

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Kinda does!

[@WilmanReyes]

Don't like the color/wheels combo it looks dirty all the time

[@theodoreyoung8777]

👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey thanks bro

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup No problem 👍🏾👍🏾

[@Gonzo_Bubb]

#sedanman

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Good man

[@prestigeproperty6097]

finally a brown guy on youtube doing car vids

[@AntLive29]

rides too high. that color and wheel combo is horrible. it will always look dirty

[@DblA90]

I thought the same, ride height seems a bit high.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Well you know a mid size sedan should probably be built to cover driveways..speed bumps..you know everyday stuff

[@ken-xm8gh]

How is this high ? It's a passenger car, not a lowrider.

[@DblA90]

Simmer down children, it's just an opinion. My dad has a 2014 6 and it's ride height appears lower.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Idk dude people very unrealistic expectations of normal cars. People dont make enough for a 6 figure supercar but they want speed, 50 mpg, a low rider, and a jet with Italian leather interior for $25k

[@devongee1776]

More like polymetal GAY.... I'll see myself out.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lol why

[@devongee1776]

@@MeynMotorGroup idk lol I'm just a hater. I don't understand the fad with the Ceramic Silver/Wolf Gray/Nardo Gray. I think the color is shite. Audi's is the least shite though. I'll give them that.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea it became a huge fad I like it but everyone's wrapping their car in that color

[@CarswithNash]

@@MeynMotorGroup When it comes to the crunch I almost always will go for a black car, but this colour combo does work that’s for sure.