2012 Mazda Mazda6 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
18 -22 City / 27 -31 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
170 -272
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Paco L
Mazda 6 one sweet ride a must buy for cruising.
Really like how it handles driving. Really smooth on the streets and takes corners like a champ. Gas mileage is a little low compared other cars in its class and size. Another thing is I don't like the electric seat adjustment I prefer a manually adjusting one. Replacing electronic seating is a pain when it happens and it's also slow to adjust.
accountCircle Jena P
That it has never lead us astray. We have never had any major issues with it and it hasn't cost us an arm and a leg on repairs
I love my mazda. The only downfall I have now is that it just doesn't hold my family. I don't have anything bad to say about it.
accountCircle Alyssa T
The car that I drive has good gas mileage and is very comfortable to drive in.
My car runs really well on the road. It is easy to fix. The interior is comfortable and well polished. I have had no problems with the car I have had it for many years now. It is low to the ground and that causes difficulty in winter months. The gas mileage is good.
accountCircle Hilary K
Hands free calling built in.
I love my car. I gets decent gas mileage.. Runs smooth. Beautiful. I would totally recommend this car to anyone. It's reliable I've never had any problems with it. I would absolutely buy a Mazda 6 again. It's got Bluetooth built in which is convenient for listening to music or hands free calls which I received through the radio.
accountCircle Gene M
It's reliable and affordable. This is my second Mazda and I will happily buy another.
I love how my Mazda looks. It's distinctive and classy. It's reliable and doesn't cost much in upkeep. Mine has 90000 miles and still drives like new.
accountCircle Linda S
Very dependable vehicle, car doesn't wear down over time really, besides the norm.
My Mazda 6 is the most dependable car, it has 156, 000 miles on it and still runs like a dream, extremely comfortable to ride in and drive. Pretty good gas mileage as well.
accountCircle Sarah C
Overall, a safe, reliable, and comfortable vehicle.
I love this vehicle, it is much roomier than the size belies. It has been extremely reliable. I love the gas mileage. Also I have has no trouble as long as I do my oil and fluid changes, tire rotations and balances. On the negative side, I do not like how large the area at the base of the windshield is because it collects the snow and it's very hard to clear out.
accountCircle Jess N
A 2012 grey Mazda. Great on gas .
The only problem I have with my vehicle is the belt keep making noise because it new other than that I love it. The vehicle is fast and when I step on the breaks it ease the car to the stop instead of a jerk. Also another thing I dislike about it I bought it used and my button on my window are messed up I have to position it a certain way to let down my window. Thank god it is not a stick shift because the gears I sometime get confused on what to put it on ( only in the dark) the letter does not light up for me to see them.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Charles W
Fast car with good handling.
Problems with the headlights keep blowing, they need to be replaced like every other month; rear suspension seems to be problematic only problems I have had. I have had the vehicle for a year and I have had to change brakes, pads and rotors, seems like this was the first time in the life of the car.
accountCircle Laura N
The car appears to be made of cheap parts, and the company does not seem honest.
The car has had recalled parts that could have resulted in a fatality, and Mazda took forever to get it fixed. Also, the stitching on the front passenger seat has come undone in an area. The glasses compartment in the roof fell off. Overall, it is poorly made, and Mazda has shown a complete lack of interest in making things right.
accountCircle Lenier G
Blazing with power with only a 4-cylinder under the hood.
Sporty, comfortable for long driving, big enough to seat 5 6 disc changer FM/am radio 2.5 four cylinder. Big trunk space. Auxiliary input, Bluetooth features Bose audio system nice bass boost has a sunroof with two different opening switches, headlight adjusting for late night driving.
accountCircle Dahmon T
2012 Mazda 6 quick summary.
Performance is good as well as longevity, it is a very comfortable car and can hold a family of 5, no major issues with the vehicle as long as you keep up with maintenance, parts are cheap and are always being made for type of vehicle, if you have any type of mechanical aptitude you can always work on the vehicle yourself not a lot of computers to deal with.
accountCircle Marco V
Affordable and great on gas mileage.
It gets me from a to z. Reliable, great on gas mileage. Spacious and roomy, great family car. Bought this car certified used and it is been one of the best cars I have owned. If taken care of, car will last you for many years. Great first car for young adults.
accountCircle Jamie K
It seems like a good car. I have not had any major problems.
It gets me from point A to point B but it's not luxury.it has great pick up speed. It has been reliable.
accountCircle Lisa R
2012 Mazda 6i silver 4 door sedan good gas mileage.
Some body damage 125 thousand miles, very reliable, tinted windows, silver, 4 door automatic transmission, cold air, good heat, new tires, no check engine light on, good gas mileage, 4 door seating for five people, cloth seats cruise control disk CD changer.
accountCircle Will S
It is white. I like how it looks when it's clean.
Sometimes the breaks slips up. It also does not have very good pickup. It is comfortable and gets good mileage. I like that it's smaller and easier to park than other cars. It has a nice look to it and is easy to wash. Like all cars, there's good and bad points.

Mazda Mazda6 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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i Sport
170 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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i Touring
170 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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i Touring Plus
170 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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i Grand Touring
170 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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s Touring Plus
272 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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s Grand Touring
272 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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2012 Mazda Mazda6 Owner Reviews

4.30
156 Reviews
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5 stars 46%
4 stars 40%
3 stars 13%
2 stars 1%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Stephen H on June 25, 2021
Great and reliable car for the price.
The only problem I had was exhaust but that was because of the salt used during the winter. The car gets good gas mileage and has a smooth ride. There is Bluetooth for the phone and has cruise control. I have tried to stay ahead of the maintenance bills which has helped with costs.
accountCircle Atziry M on May 29, 2021
My car is light blue I have a fender on it is pretty quite.
Everything works good I love Mazda it is room and fast when you need it. I have only had one problem with it my ac doesn't work and it is terrible performance wise it is great runs like a beast it is a very reliable car I do recommend it. Try and see for yourself join the Mazda team.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Tracy G.

The car is gas efficient and spacious. I do not spend too much money to fill up my tank. It is spacious enough to fit my entire family but also not too big. The trunk is also very spacious and I can fit many things inside the trunk. The seats and the dashboard are also very easy to clean.

likeFilled Megan A.

It is an easy and smooth drive. The seats are comfortable and I feel there'S a lot of room in the car. It looks sleek too. Gas mileage seems pretty typical too. I haven't had any major issues in the 7 years I have had it.

likeFilled Rani A.

This car has Great gas mileage, drives very smooth, looks great coming and going, sleek looking, very durable, not much sound while driving on freeway. Nice interior. Mazda is great to work with if any issues.

likeFilled G.j. M.

It is handsome and reliable. Knock wood but I have had very few major issues with the car, which I have had since 2014. This is my second Mazda and they've both been about the best cars I have ever had. I highly recommend Mazda as a brand.

likeFilled Lisa B.

This car gets good gas mileage even with a lot of engine power. It is a comfortable smooth ride with a spacious interior and large cargo area. Overall it is a good all around vehicle with feel of a sports car and the room of a sedan.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Tracy G.

The headlights are faulty. Even if the headlight is not burned out, sometimes the headlights will not turn on. I have taken it to the dealership and mechanic to get it fixed but have not had any solution.

dislikeFilled Megan A.

The headlights often go out and I am changing them four times a year. It is difficult to change them as you have to go up through the wheel well. The headlights are the biggest issue and it is difficult to see at night.

dislikeFilled Rani A.

Had a few recalls... The driver side side airbag, it was stated that if it went off it could harm the passenger, the drivers side door needed the screws replaced due to doors falling off and something within the engine.

dislikeFilled G.j. M.

The only thing I can think of is that I have to get the front end realigned pretty regularly. It seems like every time I hit a decent pothole it throws the alignment out of whack. Not a big issue, though.

dislikeFilled Lisa B.

Because it is classified as a sportier vehicle the only con to this vehicle that I can find is the insurance premium. Other than that it is a great vehicle and there is no downside to owning this vehicle.

Ranks #7 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2012 Mazda Mazda6 has an average owner rating of 4.30 out of 5 which ranks it #7 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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2012 Honda Crosstour
4.59
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2012 Subaru Legacy
4.54
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2012 Mazda Mazda6
4.3

Ranks #8 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Mazda Mazda6 has a combined MPG of 32 which ranks it #8 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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2012 Volkswagen Passat
43 MPG
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2012 Ford Fusion
41 MPG
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2012 Mazda Mazda6
31 MPG

Is The 2012 Mazda Mazda6 A Good Car?

Yes it's a great first vehicle to own as it is pretty low maintenance and I have not encountered many problems with it. The vehicle runs smoothly in different weather conditions and is reliable all... Read More
Dillon G.
Yes I've had it for 5 years and there hasn't been any major issues. It runs great, is comfortable and looks sleek
Grace C.
It's smooth running. It gets good gas mileage it's cute and doesn't feel bulky when driving it's just a really good car
Mary B.
Yes, fuel efficiency is awesome, also comfortably seats 6 adults and has great steering, best view as out of call cars I've driven
Angela F.
Yes. It's runs good. Looks sharp is extremely safe. Never had any issues with it and it's plenty big enough for my family
Emily S.

How Reliable Is The 2012 Mazda Mazda6?

Yes this vehicle is reliable. I purchased my car used from another person about 6 months ago and have not encountered any serious problems with it. I highly recommend this car.
Mariah M.
Yes it is reliable. I have had no major problems. I've replaced the brakes and headlights but that is it. The headlights do not seem to be very bright.
Morgan H.
I haven't had any problems with my car. It's smooth running nothing that I've noticed. Some opinions I've heard from family is that it's to small .
Lauren B.
It is a very basic model, not too happy about it looking more like a minivan then the sport version it's supposed to be, doesn't have a whole lot of extras, very basic
Sarah C.
It's very reliable. No engine issues. No breaking issues it has no problems other than dull headlights
Jane S.

Is The 2012 Mazda Mazda6 A Good Value?

I purchased the used car for $5,000 and it was in great condition. Mazda 6's are known to be pricier sporty sedans and I believe it is certainly worth the price.
Abby E.
I paid around 18000 for a 2012 Model. I was very happy with my purchase and feel it was a reasonable price
Jacky C.
I paid $8,000 for mine I think it's a good cost I really enjoy my Mazda. I didn't really compare pricing I just really liked the car and purchased it.
Bob C.
I got it for 9,000 dollars and it is a good value for what I want in a car I saw it liked it and wanted it right off the bat
Hal D.

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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Moderate Overlap Front

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Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety