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So far I’m really liking this new Mazda6, the interior goes with the exterior really well – very grown up and fresh. Gone are the red gauges and in are white gauges that are clean, crisp and easy to read.
The HVAC controls and display are clean and easy to read as well, although a little low and out of the way; I do find I have to hunt for the clock as it is very far down on the centre stack. The upper portion of the dash houses the radio and navigation, a TomTom-powered unit that looks like an aftermarket unit stuffed into a hole – I prefer the previous integrated look, although some prefer this double-din solution, which allows one to upgrade the stereo easily enough.
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The dash itself is very soft rubber with a nice texture that is appealing and non-reflective. The accent trim pieces are a little odd though as some are aluminum while the front piece is wood – sticking to one aluminum theme would be my preference – it’s like they couldn’t decide which way to go, classic or modern.
As far as comfort and visibility goes, the 2014 Mazda6 is excellent. The rear seats offer plenty of legroom and headroom and ease of ingress and egress. The front seats are comfortable and the eight-way power adjustments on my tester make for quick work when hunting for that perfect driving position.
My only big gripe is I can’t rest my left arm on the armrest and hold the steering wheel at the same time, which I do a lot on the highway. It seems the door panel is just too far away for my short arms; the centre console armrest does extend forward over the cupholders, which I do appreciate.
