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NRMA Drivers Seat - 2011 Mazda 6

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Now into its third generation the Mazda6 was the model that bought Mazda back from the doldrums in 2002 and put the Zoom-Zoom back into the brand.

Refreshed in 2010 the Mazda6 copped additional kit and a $600 price reduction for the Classic hatch and sedan. The model line-up is comprehensive, with the entry-level Limited kicking off at $27,310 [sedan only], then the Classic $31,750 (sedan), $32,750 (for the hatch), and $35,050 (for the wagon). The range-topping Mazda6 in sedan form is the Luxury at $40,905, and in hatch it's the Luxury Sports at $41,415. There's a diesel in the line-up, currently only available with a manual transmission and it's the most expensive model priced at $42,815 for the Sports Luxury hatch.

The 2.5-litre in-line four-cylinder develops 125kW, and is matched to either a six-speed manual transmission or five-speed automatic. It's not the most powerful engine in the class and it lacks an extra gear in the auto compared to the newer opposition, but it's an effective package and its flexibility from low rpm and strength through the mid-range makes it a standout.

On-road is where the Mazda6 shines and the recent upgrade gave engineers the opportunity to tweak the chassis and the subsequent improvements in steering, handling and ride, make the Mazda6 the standout in the class.

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