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2014 Mazda6
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Y’know, with “SkyActiv” this and “SkyActiv” that, I was really hoping for some incredible numbers when it came to my fuel economy for the week. It is not like the Mazda6 did horribly, and it is a mid-sized sedan shod with winter tires. What did I average? Well I eked out 7.7 L/100 km over the course of the week, which by itself is excellent.

So why am I not super excited? Because I test drove the Nissan Altima 2.5 SV in January, when it was colder, and the Altima was also fitted with winter tires, and I managed 7.5 L/100 km. I expected the Mazda to best that or at least match it – it was close, though.

What did impress me about the Mazda6 was its fun-to-drive attitude and grown up looks and feel. This new generation Mazda6 certainly turns heads and it delivers in all respects as well.

2013 Mazda6 GT
Acceleration 3half
Handling 4half
Comfort 4
Interior 4
Audio System 4
Gas Mileage 4
Overall 4

*Rating based on vehicle’s classification
MSRP as tested (including destination): $35,890

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