mazda 6 drivers?

Ardennes1944

right, well after deliberating for quite a long time on which car to get i have almost fully decided on a mazda 6. was gonna go down the route of a 1.6 civic or the likes but have since decided to go the sophisticated route.
i havent heard any horror stories and the only real thing that seems to annoy people is the poorish fuel consumption.
any owners reviews here?

-Corkie-

Dont get the diesel whatever you do.

Kev_ps3

I got one on Sunday. Great looking car, easy to drive and comfortable. I haven't noticed poor fuel consumption but im not doing a huge amount of driving anyway. Id recommend one.

murphyebass

I had one. 2ltr petrol version which was a nice car I have to say. Only reason I got rid was I had gotten bored of family saloons and bought an Alfa GT instead.

I'd have no problem buyin another one though.

Fuel consumption wise I was getting 280/300 miles to a full tank. Dont know what that is in mpg but I wouldnt say its great.

They are very solid cars though. I had no problems with the one I owned.

Do not buy the diesel version!!!!!!!!

Has to be petrol.

Good luck with the purchase OP

sh1tstirrer

I am on my second mazda6 it is a 1.8 touring. I am getting 38-40mpg on average driving. The tax is a killer at €551/year. The diesels are a disaster, they were supposed to have been rectified from 06 on but I still have heard a few horror stories about 06-07 diesels.

Absurdum

My wife has a 08 1.8 Sport, it's lovely to drive, handling is spot on but the ride's a little harsh on 18" wheels + low profile tyres.

pburns

You don't mention year/price? I had a 04 Sports spec one. 1.8 engine is bulllit-proof but maybe not the most advanced or refined around. Really liked everything else about the car - handling, looks etc. It was also the least troublesome car I've ever owned.
Current model is much in the same vein as the older car. Great looks, handling with similar engine range (apart from the recent 2.2 diesel addition).

Ardennes1944

sorry guys, i would be getting around a 05 but i know about the diesels being crap! i saw a 06 on donedeal advertised for 5700 so might have a look at that. im only 19 so i wont be doing a whole pile of driving until the summer really. the way i see it tax wise, its 200 more than my astra but i wouldnt go clubbing half as much as most others so thats my saving on tax:D
i mean...this is alot of car for little money i think http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/1875282

Ardennes1944

another question actually lads, isnt there rumours that the tax system will be amended so that all cars will be taxed on co2 emissions after 2012 or something? i have read the mazda 6 produces a alot more emissions than other cars its size. something like 184g. could this make it catastrophic to tax then?

Green Hornet

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

another question actually lads, isnt there rumours that the tax system will be amended so that all cars will be taxed on co2 emissions after 2012 or something? i have read the mazda 6 produces a alot more emissions than other cars its size. something like 184g. could this make it catastrophic to tax then?

That would be great! I've an 06 2.2 diesel and it's a killer on tax!

Ardennes1944

xtrail?

taintabird

-Corkie- wrote: »

Dont get the diesel whatever you do.

+1 crankshaft problems

PaulKK

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

xtrail?

I would guess accord.

Mr. Presentable

My sis says it's even more boring than the Megane it replaced - take from that what you will.

Ardennes1944

most reviews i read say its not boring at all?

Green Hornet

PaulKK wrote: »

I would guess accord.

Yep. Accord. Almost 900 Euro per year to tax. Drives me mad when the same car but 08 registered pays 500 Euro less using the same engine.

Ardennes1944

Green Hornet wrote: »

Yep. Accord. Almost 900 Euro per year to tax. Drives me mad when the same car but 08 registered pays 500 Euro less using the same engine.

:rolleyes: for the gov.

Victor Meldrew

Mr. Presentable wrote: »

My sis says it's even more boring than the Megane it replaced - take from that what you will.

I also replaced a megane with a 6.

Neither is boring. you want boring to drive, get a VW.

Fuel cons is in the mid 30's with just urban driving, so that's fine in my book (seriously folks, whaddya expect when you buy a 1.8 petrol)

Ardennes1944

Victor Meldrew wrote: »

I also replaced a megane with a 6.

Neither is boring. you want boring to drive, get a VW.

Fuel cons is in the mid 30's with just urban driving, so that's fine in my book (seriously folks, whaddya expect when you buy a 1.8 petrol)

my astra is only doing about 39 anyway. feckin thing

bazz26

I'd go for the facelifted model like below, it had some improvements including better interior and spec:

http://www.driving.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=201043200035169

lomb

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

another question actually lads, isnt there rumours that the tax system will be amended so that all cars will be taxed on co2 emissions after 2012 or something? i

is this true?

Rodin

Mazda 6 Sport
2.2 diesel
185ps

Boring? my arse

TestTransmission

lomb wrote: »

is this true?

No

Rodin

Thats unlucky. Taxed by emissions in the UK

mikeystipey

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

most reviews i read say its not boring at all?

bazz26 wrote: »

I'd go for the facelifted model like below, it had some improvements including better interior and spec:

http://www.driving.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=201043200035169

If you're buying a Mazda 6 would be shame not to go for the even more facelifted 2008 onward version, bought a 1.8L petrol 6 months and love it. Much admired by friends.

Not the cheapest to run but not bad either. As mentioned above though, the ride can be a little harsh at times, tends to vibrate a bit at motorway speeds. But overall a great car

Ardennes1944

mikeystipey wrote: »

If you're buying a Mazda 6 would be shame not to go for the even more facelifted 2008 onward version, bought a 1.8L petrol 6 months and love it. Much admired by friends.

Not the cheapest to run but not bad either. As mentioned above though, the ride can be a little harsh at times, tends to vibrate a bit at motorway speeds. But overall a great car

i really only want to spend 5500 maximum really. i could get a facelift but i just dont think the jump in price is worth it. ive seen a few 06's for 5800 so might have a look. all depends on what i get for my 04 astra

bazz26

mikeystipey wrote: »

If you're buying a Mazda 6 would be shame not to go for the even more facelifted 2008 onward version, bought a 1.8L petrol 6 months and love it. Much admired by friends.

Not the cheapest to run but not bad either. As mentioned above though, the ride can be a little harsh at times, tends to vibrate a bit at motorway speeds. But overall a great car

The late 07 onwards model is a new model from the ground up with just some engines carried over and well outside the OP's price range anyways.

Ardennes1944

right well i think this thread is done anyway. no real problems seems to have emerged so thank you

sh1tstirrer

I just saw my previous mazda6 for sale on carzone.
http://www.carzone.ie/search/Mazda/Mazda6/201042199975703/advert?channel=CARS

challengemaster

Just to say, the 2011 mazda 6 is very, very impressive. Excellent all rounder of a car, hard to see why anyone would buy anything else as a family car.

Cormic

Do the diesel problem with the 6 apply to the newer 2008 model as well? I have put a deposit down on a 2008 2.0 TDI. Having second thoughts now!

Ardennes1944

Cormic wrote: »

Do the diesel problem with the 6 apply to the newer 2008 model as well? I have put a deposit down on a 2008 2.0 TDI. Having second thoughts now!

you were up early!
i think they were sorted more or less after 06 and i would say the new model diesels are fine.

Cormic

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

you were up early!
i think they were sorted more or less after 06 and i would say the new model diesels are fine.

I was up at 5am with work

Thanks for the feedback - It puts my mind at rest

sh1tstirrer

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

you were up early!
i think they were sorted more or less after 06 and i would say the new model diesels are fine.

So does this mean that the old shape 07 diesel model should be trouble free?

Ardennes1944

it wouldnt be as strong as other diesels but it should be ok really

Ardennes1944

ok im going up to dublin this weekend for a concert but am thinking of looking at this mazda 6 also. http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/1875282 opinions?

Dools2007

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

ok im going up to dublin this weekend for a concert but am thinking of looking at this mazda 6 also. http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/1875282 opinions?

Just be aware that there was some minor improvements done on the Mazda 6 in 2005. I think the model you are looking at is the pre-facelift model.

There wasn't much change done to the outside of the car but the interior is nicer in the facelift models imo with darker plastics giving it a better look.

Also, there was some extra insulation added to the facelift models so there is a little less road / engine noise in the cabin in these models.

Other than that and some minor changes to the grill / lights, the car is pretty much the same. That model you are looking at also looks to be the Comfort model which means it doesn't have the following:
- Climate Control
- Steering Wheel Controls for stereo
- Cruise Control

However, if these are not important to you and the mileage / history checks out, it looks to be a nice car and they are a nice car to drive.

(I am picking up a 2006 model this weekend so have test drove a few)

Good luck with your car hunt.......

Actually, just took another look at the ad and it says that it is the Touring model although I have seen some of the Mazdas advertised incorrectly. Check whether it has steering controls or not to see if it is the touring model. Unusual to see one though without alloy wheels, may be no harm though on our roads...

Ardennes1944

Dools2007 wrote: »

Just be aware that there was some minor improvements done on the Mazda 6 in 2005. I think the model you are looking at is the pre-facelift model.

There wasn't much change done to the outside of the car but the interior is nicer in the facelift models imo with darker plastics giving it a better look.

Also, there was some extra insulation added to the facelift models so there is a little less road / engine noise in the cabin in these models.

Other than that and some minor changes to the grill / lights, the car is pretty much the same. That model you are looking at also looks to be the Comfort model which means it doesn't have the following:
- Climate Control
- Steering Wheel Controls for stereo
- Cruise Control

However, if these are not important to you and the mileage / history checks out, it looks to be a nice car and they are a nice car to drive.

(I am picking up a 2006 model this weekend so have test drove a few)

Good luck with your car hunt.......

Actually, just took another look at the ad and it says that it is the Touring model although I have seen some of the Mazdas advertised incorrectly. Check whether it has steering controls or not to see if it is the touring model. Unusual to see one though without alloy wheels, may be no harm though on our roads...

yeah thanks man i know all about the facelift but the price increase is pretty big from 05 to 06. also, i know its rare to see a touring without alloys but i looked up on the specs and its actually only the sport that has alloys as standard. i rang him last night anyway and he said it has cruise control:cool:

YipYipU

I bought a 2004 Mazda 6 Ts 2.0 Touring yesterday.

Full NCT

Full Service

€2300

Couldn't be happier

Ardennes1944

YipYipU wrote: »

I bought a 2004 Mazda 6 Ts 2.0 Touring yesterday.

Full NCT

Full Service

€2300

Couldn't be happier

how dya manage that:D pics?

Padraig Mor

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

yeah thanks man i know all about the facelift but the price increase is pretty big from 05 to 06. also, i know its rare to see a touring without alloys but i looked up on the specs and its actually only the sport that has alloys as standard. i rang him last night anyway and he said it has cruise control:cool:

Touring definitely had 15" alloys as standard (I had one). Sport Touring had better alloys (and sunroof?).

Ardennes1944

motorcheck and insurance co says its a touring sedan anyway

Testament1

I was driving the fathers 07 Mazda 6 diesel for the past few days while waitin on a few bits for my own car. Nice comfortable car on the road, bit of poke in it too for overtaking, just a nice cruiser. Seats could do with a bit more back support IMO, long journeys can take a bit of a toll. I drove it from Limerick to Waterford and back yesterday to collect a part and I had a bit of twinge in my lower back after.

Ardennes1944

Testament1 wrote: »

I was driving the fathers 07 Mazda 6 diesel for the past few days while waitin on a few bits for my own car. Nice comfortable car on the road, bit of poke in it too for overtaking, just a nice cruiser. Seats could do with a bit more back support IMO, long journeys can take a bit of a toll. I drove it from Limerick to Waterford and back yesterday to collect a part and I had a bit of twinge in my lower back after.

i only be 19 so hopefully ill be ok

Absurdum

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

ok im going up to dublin this weekend for a concert but am thinking of looking at this mazda 6 also. http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/1875282 opinions?

hmm

http://www.mchughcarsales.ie/viewanad.php?ad_id=629502

Ardennes1944

Absurdum wrote: »

hmm

http://www.mchughcarsales.ie/viewanad.php?ad_id=629502

hmmm indeed? what could this mean? i asked him was he a dealer and he says its a private sale?

Absurdum

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

hmmm indeed? what could this mean? i asked him was he a dealer and he says its a private sale?

I googled the phone number and that's what comes up, he appears to be a dealer alright, wonder what he's hiding?

Ardennes1944

maybe he's been trying to sell it by his garage for a while but couldnt, so put it as a private sale on donedeal so he wouldnt have to offer a warranty but sell it cheaper?

Testament1

Deutschlandfürimmer7 wrote: »

i only be 19 so hopefully ill be ok

I'm only 23! Ah I guess that some discomfort can be expected when driving for about 5 hours!

coolbeans

A great car the 6. One of the most underrated motors of the previous decade in my opinion. In petrol form it's got great looks, superb Corolla like reliability, balanced and controlled handling, space for a family, a decent image and low overall running costs. Stick a decent set of wheels on one and you've got a very pretty, beautifully proportioned saloon, hatch or estate that'll still look the business in years to come. A proper old school Jap car.
I'd donate a bollock for an MPS. :P

Ardennes1944

thanks guys but id still rather hear some opinions on the possible problem above?