Mazda 6

Mad_maxx

what is the story with these right now ,looking at a 2018 2.2 diesel auto ,think they look better than the skoda superb , are the engine issues sorted ?

grogi

Mad_maxx wrote: »

what is the story with these right now ,looking at a 2018 2.2 diesel auto ,think they look better than the skoda superb , are the engine issues sorted ?

Nope. Nor the rust issues - it's hard to believe, but Mazda still don't use zinc galvanized steel.

recyclebin

Really? Was thinking about looking at one next year. Are they that bad or is it just hearsay?

corks finest

Mad_maxx wrote: »

what is the story with these right now ,looking at a 2018 2.2 diesel auto ,think they look better than the skoda superb , are the engine issues sorted ?

Ref juice supposed to be a guzzler,,at least the petrol variant

CJhaughey

The issue with diesel in the oil is so bad there is actually a sticker under the bonnet that says if the oil level rises to bring the car for a service.
That tells me its not resolved.

Mad_maxx

Very cheap compared to the superb for any sort of secondhand, I think they look great

CJhaughey

Lovely looking cars no question.

grogi

CJhaughey wrote: »

Lovely looking cars no question.

And lovely handling. The driving dynamics of virtually any Mazda since Mazda6 was introduced in the early 2000s is excellent.

Audioslaven

Is the issue there with the 1.5 Diesel and I see they are have the 1.8 Diesel version as well?

grogi

Audioslaven wrote: »

Is the issue there with the 1.5 Diesel and I see they are have the 1.8 Diesel version as well?

Mazda did not manage to build a decent diesel in decades. I would still avoid those new engines and only get one once the particular unit proves to be reasonably reliable. And when that happens you'd be insane to get a brand new diesel at all...

Tabnabs

The petrol versions on the other hand are excellent and highly recommended. I had six years of trouble free motoring with one. Swapped it out for a superb and looks are the only thing the Mazda wins on. Would never entertain getting another one now.

Audioslaven

grogi wrote: »

Mazda did not manage to build a decent diesel in decades. I would still avoid those new engines and only get one once the particular unit proves to be reasonably reliable. And when that happens you'd be insane to get a brand new diesel at all...

Ya true, Mazda are promoting their new petrol engine in the new Mazda 3 thats coming with similar economy as diesel

bazz26

They are a nice car, very good to drive but there are questions marks over the long term reliability of the diesel engine. Lots of owners complain of very noticeable road noise too due to poor cabin insulation. Spare parts are pricey too.

Stallingrad

Skoda Superb wins hands down, especially in 1.4 ACT Tsi form.

morritty

Tabnabs wrote: »

The petrol versions on the other hand are excellent and highly recommended. I had six years of trouble free motoring with one. Swapped it out for a superb and looks are the only thing the Mazda wins on. Would never entertain getting another one now.

I did the exact same, Mk2 6 for a Mk2 Superb. Mazda wins on handling for me, that's all though

MarkN

Drove a facelifted 2.0 petrol recently for a week and found it very decent on juice. 165bhp so not the fastest car on the road but a very nice place to be. The 2.2 diesel with the auto box is well able to shift.

laurpat

I'm on my second 2.2 Skyactive Diesel Mazda now after covering over 200K Km.

First was a Mazda 6 which I put up over 150K Km in 2.5 years. There wasn't as much as one issue with the car. Was planted to the road. Great drivers car... This was my first mazda where I migrated from a Skoda.

I'm now in a CX-5 and have put about 50K km on it in the last 10 Months... Again not one problem. Once property maintained there is no issue. I would always service a tad on the early side with all my cars.

My previous two cars were a 1.6 and a 2.0 Diesel Skoda Octavia's. The 2.0 was fine but the 1.6 was simply horrible to drive. I couldn't live with that 5 speed gearbox on the 1.6.

It really does depend on what you are looking for...

The Skoda will hold value better and is a very popular within the second hand market but personally, I think they are a so very dull.

If you are looking for a drivers car that's outside of the norm, go with the Mazda - It's just a lovely place to be and the torque on the 2.2 Skyactive engine is endless.

Head - Skoda
Heart - Mazda

I let my heart rule ever time!

Wildly Boaring

Fair enough but are these new cars?

Cus one would not expect any bother with any car at those mileages.

Whilst they are above average annual amounts the overall is still low by time you are letting off.

150km is less than 100k miles.

Wanna be trouble free at twice that too

laurpat

Wildly Boaring wrote: »

Fair enough but are these new cars?

Cus one would not expect any bother with any car at those mileages.

Whilst they are above average annual amounts the overall is still low by time you are letting off.

150km is less than 100k miles.

Wanna be trouble free at twice that too

That's a valid point. Both new of the forecourt. (Mazda and Skoda)...

MarkN

So if we’re not talking new... are there many cars that age that don’t need servicing and the odd parts replaced? It’s fair to say that nearly any older car can cause an owner trouble, some more regularly than others granted.

Drove a 2007 1.8 petrol for a year. Bought with a fresh NCT for €800 cash in 2015 but knowing the engine was consuming as much oil as petrol. It was a really lovely car to drive. Also got a 4k scrappage value for it when I bought new in 2016. Best bargain ever
I still look lustfully at the current model. Would have it over a Skoda any day.

D'Agger

Looking to test drive a 2017 automatic today, it's a beautiful looking car and has all the bells and whistles I'm looking for in the interior but nervous now about oil consumption and potential engine trouble from reading this.

What kind of engine trouble are we looking at or is it simply a case that you'll have engine trouble if you're not maintaining the oil levels etc?

Tompkins123

Please refraining from posting the same thing in multiple threads