2010 Mazda 6 Feature And Invoice Overview | Grand Touring Plus Sport SV s i Models

With the redesign of last year's model, the 2010 Mazda 6 is now clearly one of the best family sedans on the market. With its roomy interior, large trunk, smooth transmissions, agile handling and excellent crash test ratings, the new Mazda 6 has an awful lot going for it. What's more, it now offers the most powerful V6 engine in its price range.

Now roomier in nearly every measurement than its earlier generation, Mazda 6 occupants will enjoy one of the largest cabins available in a midsize sedan. And this increase in size was not at the expense of its previous athleticism. The Mazda 6 still sports its above average handling prowess, robust acceleration and strong overall driving performance. It is most definitely a "fun-to-drive" sedan, perhaps second only to the much lighter Nissan Altima among its midsize competitors.

Trims, Standard Features And Options:

The 2010 Mazda 6 is offered in seven trims: i SV, i Sport, i Touring, i Touring Plus, i Grand Touring, s Touring Plus and s Grand Touring. Four-cylinder engine models are designated with the "i" prefix, while the V6 models have the "s" prefix.

Even the base i SV model comes fairly well-equipped with standard features including full power accessories, air conditioning, 16 inch steel wheels, a manually height-adjustable driver seat, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel and a 6-speaker CD/MP3 audio system with an auxiliary audio jack.

Moving up to the i Sport model adds keyless entry, cruise control and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls.

The i Touring model then adds 17 inch alloy wheels, a power driver seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, foglights, a trip computer and a 6-disc CD changer.

And new for this year, the i Touring Plus adds electroluminescent gauges, a sunroof, a blind-spot monitoring system and Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity.

The i Grand Touring model then adds heated front seats, leather upholstery, a 10-speaker Bose audio system and dual-zone automatic climate control.

The s Touring Plus model is equipped just like the i Touring Plus, but comes with a different engine, transmission and exterior trim accents.

Lastly, the top-of-the-line s Grand Touring model adds 18 inch alloy wheels.

There's an optional Technology package for Grand Touring models that includes driver memory settings, a power passenger seat, keyless ignition/entry, satellite radio, an additional Bluetooth and audio display, automatic xenon headlights and auto-dimming mirrors. There's also a voice-activated navigation system that is available for Grand Touring models only.

Stand-alone optional features depend on the trim level and include most of the features above, plus remote ignition, a rear spoiler and a chrome fuel filler door.

Engines, Powertrain And Gas Mileage:

Powering the 2010 Mazda 6 i models is a 2.5 liter four-cylinder engine that outputs 170 horsepower and 167 pound-feet of torque. The standard transmission is a six-speed manual on the i SV, i Sport and i Touring models. The i Touring Plus and i Grand Touring models come with a five-speed automatic with manual shift control. The automatic is also an optional feature for i Sport and i Touring models.

Mazda 6 s models are outfitted with a strong 3.7 liter V6 engine that delivers 272 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. These models are available with a six-speed automatic transmission only. In performance testing, a V6 Mazda 6 was timed from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.5 seconds, very fast for a family sedan. The four-cylinder automatic Mazda 6 covers the same ground in 9.1 seconds.

The EPA estimated gas mileage for the four-cylinder automatic is 21 mpg city and 30 mpg on the highway. Manual transmission models come in at 1 mpg less overall. Gas mileage estimates for the V6 Mazda 6 models are 17 mpg city and 25 highway.

Safety:

Standard safety features on all 2010 Mazda 6 models include antilock disc brakes (ABS), traction control, stability control, front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags.

In government crash testing, the Mazda 6 earned perfect five-star ratings for frontal and side impact protection for both the driver and passengers.

Interior:

The cabin of the 2010 Mazda 6 is modern, attractive and user-friendly, while consisting of higher quality materials than many class competitors. A well-designed arching center stack, red backlit gauges and a very roomy backseat are other significant strong points. Overall, there is ample head and legroom in all seats.

Another plus is the Mazda 6's big trunk which is one of the largest in its class, coming in at 16.6-cubic-feet of cargo space. This space can also be enlarged and made more versatile with the trunk's hinge mechanisms and the 60/40-split-folding rear seats.

Drive:

While not engineered as a performance vehicle, the 2010 Mazda 6 has quite a bit of power and agility for a family sedan. In addition to the impressive power offered in V6 versions, the Mazda 6 possesses responsive steering and grips well when cornering. The driving experience also remains smooth and quiet.

The 2.5 liter four-cylinder engine will likely satisfy most drivers, but it really doesn't stand out from other four-cylinder rivals.

Update: Weak Economy Leads To Lower Mazda 6 Prices:

Vehicle sales for Mazda have been weak for over a year now due to the poor economy. And the current combination of fierce competition and a soft market has created an ideal opportunity for nailing down great deals.

How To Buy A New Mazda 6 At The Best Price: Before listing MSRP and invoice prices for the 2010 Mazda 6, here's the best way to get the lowest price, especially given the current slow car market.

Prices:

2010 Mazda 6:

i SV, manual: dealer price: $18,450, invoice price: $17,507

i Sport, manual: dealer price: $19,320, invoice price: $18,872
i Sport, automatic: dealer price: $20,320, invoice price: $18,792

i Touring, manual: dealer price: $20,900, invoice price: $19,326
i Touring, automatic: dealer price: $21,800, invoice price: $20,154
i Touring Plus, automatic: dealer price: $23,750, invoice price: $21,949
s Touring Plus, automatic: dealer price: $26,450, invoice price: $24,434

i Grand Touring, automatic: dealer price: $25,935, invoice price: $23,960
s Grand Touring, automatic: dealer price: $28,390, invoice price: $26,219

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