2009 Mazda6 Spied (update pg. 2)
04-20-07, 09:43 PM
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2009 Mazda6 Spied (update pg. 2)
The cleanest shots yet of Mazda's next mid-sizer.
by KGP Photography (2007-04-19)
TheCarConnection.com's spies caught the redesigned Mazda6 running on a secluded side street, within spitting distance of Ford's Detroit engineering operations.
This is the most complete, most revealing Mazda6 prototype spotted to date. This new 6 appears larger than the current model, confirming earlier sightings of cobbled-up test mules which hinted at added length and width for the second-generation model.
The styling of the new 6 is fuller, and more voluptuous than today's model, with a rounded greenhouse flowing into a sloping backlight and a rather short rear deck. The hood sweeps up from a still recognizable Mazda grille, and is flanked by prominent front fenders that mimic everything from Mazda's RX-8, to the MX-5, up to the CX-9. When the camouflage comes off, the new 6 should look right at home in the Mazda family.
The headlights and taillights are quite visible on this prototype, and look very promising, indeed. The current Mazda6 was a successful model on many levels, and may have saved both Mazda and its parent Ford, which uses its platform extensively in its revamped lineup.
by KGP Photography (2007-04-19)
TheCarConnection.com's spies caught the redesigned Mazda6 running on a secluded side street, within spitting distance of Ford's Detroit engineering operations.
This is the most complete, most revealing Mazda6 prototype spotted to date. This new 6 appears larger than the current model, confirming earlier sightings of cobbled-up test mules which hinted at added length and width for the second-generation model.
The styling of the new 6 is fuller, and more voluptuous than today's model, with a rounded greenhouse flowing into a sloping backlight and a rather short rear deck. The hood sweeps up from a still recognizable Mazda grille, and is flanked by prominent front fenders that mimic everything from Mazda's RX-8, to the MX-5, up to the CX-9. When the camouflage comes off, the new 6 should look right at home in the Mazda family.
The headlights and taillights are quite visible on this prototype, and look very promising, indeed. The current Mazda6 was a successful model on many levels, and may have saved both Mazda and its parent Ford, which uses its platform extensively in its revamped lineup.
04-20-07, 09:50 PM
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Mazda has quickly become one of my favorite mainstream brands. Their driving driving dynamics, overall quality, design, and interiors have come soooo far. When I went to the autoshow, I was EXTREMELY pleased and surprised with the new CX-9. They did a fantastic job with it.
This new 6 should be great
This new 6 should be great
04-21-07, 12:03 AM
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OK, now I know the current 6 share a very similar drivetrain to my Fusion, but I tell you what, when my Fusion was in the shop( of course) and I had a 6 as my beater rental-I really did like that car. It scooted, it handled very well, nice interior, just overall a fun ride.
I have had 4 Mazdas, B2200 (good and damn reliable), 626 Turbo, RX-7, and RX-7 II turbo-all three were fun but horrid in reliability.
I hope they do something about those bag pipes coming out of the rear bumper.
I have had 4 Mazdas, B2200 (good and damn reliable), 626 Turbo, RX-7, and RX-7 II turbo-all three were fun but horrid in reliability.
I hope they do something about those bag pipes coming out of the rear bumper.
04-21-07, 12:15 AM
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Lookin a little bloated.
LOL at whoever said Mazda-y. Cause thats the way I felt to. Theres an underlying quirkiness about certain Mazdas that I really dont like. Hard to explain. Like the RX-8, or the Mazda 3 hatchback, or the minivans. They are just...wierd.
LOL at whoever said Mazda-y. Cause thats the way I felt to. Theres an underlying quirkiness about certain Mazdas that I really dont like. Hard to explain. Like the RX-8, or the Mazda 3 hatchback, or the minivans. They are just...wierd.
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04-21-07, 07:45 AM
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04-21-07, 07:53 AM
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Funny you would say that, when the 2IS & the Lexus LF-S concept came out, I heard many in car forums said they remind them of the Mazda6, & the Infiniti FX headlights look similar to the Mazda6 too, & the current Mazda6 came out before all the above.
04-21-07, 11:23 AM
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