Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Mazda Mazda6

NEW FOR 2011:

– All models add improved fuel economy
– GS-I4 adds standard electronic stability control, Bluetooth with Audio profile, illuminated steering wheel-mounted switches, automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, speed-sensing door locks, and new wheel and steering wheel designs
– GT-I4 adds standard xenon headlamps with manual levelling, new steering wheel and fog light design, and speed-sensing door locks; remote keyless open feature for sunroof and windows, and passenger one-touch up/down window feature are deleted
– GS-V6 adds standard illuminated steering wheel switches, speed-sensing door locks, six-CD/MP3 stereo, dual-zone automatic climate controls, sequential welcoming illumination, Bluetooth with Audio profile, and new designs on the wheels, steering wheel and fog lights; remote keyless open feature for sunroof and windows, and passenger one-touch up/down window feature are deleted
– GT-V6 adds standard manual foldable mirrors with integrated turn signals, driver’s auto-dimming exterior mirror, speed-sensing door locks, rear-view camera, and new steering wheel and fog light designs; remote keyless open feature for sunroof and windows, passenger one-touch up/down window feature, and passenger auto-dimming mirror are deleted
– Revised GS-I4 Comfort Package and GT-I4 Luxury Package
– Exterior colours: Ingot Silver and Techno White Pearl added; Brilliant Silver Metallic and Glacier White discontinued

For 2011, the Mazda6 undergoes trim changes, with all models receiving improved fuel economy, and various new standard features. Electronic stability control, previously optional on the base GS-I4, is now included on all models.

A revised GS-I4 Comfort Package adds six-CD/MP3 stereo, dual-zone automatic climate controls and sequential welcoming illumination, and deletes the passenger one-touch up/down window feature. The GT-I4 Luxury Package now adds manual foldable mirrors with integrated turn signals, driver’s auto-dimming mirror, driver’s memory seat and rear-view camera, and deletes the passenger auto-dimming mirror.

The Mazda6 is available with a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine with six-speed manual or optional five-speed automatic transmission, or with a 3.7-litre V6 with six-speed automatic transmission. Both engines are available in GS or GT trim.

Features on the GS-I4 include 17-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, heated mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, tire pressure monitoring system, automatic headlamps, CD/MP3 stereo, Bluetooth with Audio Profile, auxiliary audio input, tilt and telescopic steering wheel with audio controls, driver’s one-touch up/down window, speed-sensing door locks, keyless entry, cruise control, illuminated vanity mirrors, 60/40 split-folding rear seat, floor mats, active front head restraints, anti-theft alarm, and locking illuminated glove compartment.

The GT-I4 adds 18-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, bright bumper moulding, xenon headlamps with manual levelling, fog lamps, LED taillights, six-CD/MP3 stereo, sequential welcoming illumination, power sunroof, auto-dimming mirror, garage door opener, eight-way power driver’s seat, heated leather seats, leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel, and electroluminescent gauges.

The GS-V6 is equipped similarly to the GS-I4, but adds dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lights, LED taillights, chrome dual exhaust, six-CD/MP3 stereo, sequential welcoming illumination, power sunroof, power driver’s seat, and leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel.

The GT-V6 adds 18-inch alloy wheels, bright bumper moulding, auto-dimming driver’s side mirror, foldable mirrors with integrated turn signals, xenon headlamps with manual levelling, puddle lamps, Bose premium audio system, Sirius satellite radio, rear-view camera, Intelligent Key with pushbutton start, auto-dimming mirror, garage door opener, blind spot monitoring system, audio display screen, four-way power passenger seat, driver’s side memory, leather upholstery, and electroluminescent gauges.