Model Tested: 2018 Mazda6 Signature
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Engine:2.5-liter I-4 gas, 227-horsepower, 310 lb-ft torque
Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission, front-wheel-drive
EPA Rating: 23 mpg city, 31-mpg highway, 26 mpg combined
Base Price: $34,750
As Tested: $36,435
Performance:
Strong performance from a 2.5-liter inline four-cylinder engine
Excellent 6-speed automatic
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transmission
Paddle shifters
Also available with a 6-speed manual transmission (with base engine)
Semi-sporty handling for a family sedan
Overall very pleasant driving experience
Smooth highway ride
Good size for city driving/commuting
19-inch alloy wheels
Smart Brake Support
Blind Spot Monitoring
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Lane departure warning
Lane Keeper Assist
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Comfort:
Ample front row legroom
Good rear seat legroom
Rear shoe room a little snug
Nappa leather trimmed sport seats are very comfortable
Heated and ventilated front seats
Driver’s power lumbar support
Center console is padded for driver’s right knee
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Real wood interior trim
Utility:
Average size trunk (14.8-cubic feet) with wide opening
Split folding rear seats
Remote seatback releases
Medium size interior small items storage bins
Rain sensing windshield wipers
LED headlights
Adaptive Lighting System
8-inch infotainment touch screen
Head Up Display
Impressive surround view camera
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WOW Factors:
Very handsome styling
Excellent safety features
Plush, comfortable interior
Head Up Display with traffic sign recognition
Strong performance; good handling
Whines:
Gorgeous Soul Red Crystal paint is $595 extra
Stylish rear roofline means ducking into rear seat
Bottom Line:
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The 2018 Mazda6 is the top-of-the-line fully loaded model, so it adds extra comfort and luxury to an already great sedan. The Mazda6 is among a small number of midsize family sedans that can still be equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission. The Mazda6 is a very well rounded midsize sedan with very few compromises.
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