Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
25 -28 City / 37 -40 HWY
Horsepower
184
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kate P
Safe car and save gas and comfortable to drive.
Mazda6 is the safe car and drive easy feel comfortable. When we have long trip we take this car it is gas saving. We drove to Las Vegas from LA we only fill one tank that is awesome. And my kid like to be in the car never complain. My husband say we may get new Mazda family car soon.
accountCircle Tim W
Tight steering is fun, it is a drivers car that is low to the ground
I like the way it drives and looks. It is low slung and has tight steering so it feels like a drivers car. It needs more room in the back seat and maybe tradeoff from the trunk. Also it needs a bit more sound dampening
accountCircle MIKE B
Good, reliable, stylish work car.
Car has good handling. Could use more horsepower, but it is good for what it is used for. Great gas mileage.
accountCircle Elena A
It gets amazing gas mileage!
It's stylish and fun to drive. I love the heated seats in the winter and the sun/moonroof in the summer. Most of all I love that my seat can raise up, not just forward and back, because I'm short.
accountCircle Bradley W
Mazda 6 sport the luxury affordable car.
I really love my Mazda 6 sport. It is a very comfortable car and very easy to use. The miles per gallon is very good. The car is a very smooth drive and every time I get in my car I look forward to driving it. Putting the car into sport mode is a great feature that adds to just another part of this amazing car, the speakers are phenomenal and make the car shake when played at a high volume.
accountCircle Jennifer M
Mazda: fun to drive for the win.
I love my Mazda - it is my third. They're really fun to drive, handle beautifully, a smooth ride. The “sport mode” is great on long straight aways. My only real complaint is that it seems to take more time than other vehicles to warm up / defrost in the winter.
accountCircle Ajay S
It is for people who want to enjoy driving a stiff suspension car and it is not a smooth ride car.
Car has the best handling of any mid size sedan i have driven. But if you drive in country roads or states with bad roads you will have a poor ride quality. It is the best looking car in the market bar the Tesla. Maybe because both had the same chief designer. Very reliable so far with few maintenance issues other than regular maintenance.
accountCircle JMike S
A very reliable practical car.
My car is very reliable and have great gas mileage. The only issue that I have is with the dash interactive screen. I wish that it was more modern and able to update the software. I wish it could work with my android device. I have yet to have any major work done on the car, outside of the typical oil change.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Preston R
Good at first but Doesn't last long.
Vehicle was great at first. Over time many small things have gone wrong. The coating on the rims has peeled a lot, the insulation under the windshield is peeling up, the radio touch screen constantly reboots itself and the transmission is going out for a 3rd time.
accountCircle Mick J
He has lost control over them If I could not jump I could not survive
It's a great car for low-income people But you will need to change the brakes from time to time There is no alert about speed
accountCircle Eric M
The screen in the front of the car it makes it easy to listen to music and call.
To be honest everything is good I have not received any big problems and I hope I never will obviously, the rear parking is very nice as well as the screen in the front of the car makes it very easy to listen to music and to make calls and other tasks at any time. The car currently runs and drives very smooth and is fun to drive I am my opinion.
accountCircle Stacey G
Have to go to the dealership for updates and there's a blindspot.
The biggest complaint is that there is a really large blind spot. Also, when the sun hits the console just right, the glare is blinding. It would also be nice to be able to do the updates without having to spend an arm and a leg at the dealership. Otherwise, it's an ok car.
accountCircle rachel B
My car is reliable and I trust it I have never had any problems.
It is shaky when driving more than 60 miles per hour. Also it does not have the best pick up. I usually take a long 12 hour drive 5 times a year and it is not the best to drive. However, when driving around town not going to fast it is nice to drive in. It is not a luxurious car but it is nicer than some which I really like.
accountCircle Marshae L
2016 Mazda 6 is the car for me.
The car is comfortable for myself and my family of 4. So far it has been reliable and I have not had any major issues. My favorite feature is the backup camera. The maintenance is affordable and I think it is overall and great vehicle. I would like a new car but other than that, I would keep it.
accountCircle Deana M
This is my second Mazda, and I enjoy them. They drive nicely, and get good gas mileage.
My car gets great gas mileage, has adequate technology, and gets me from point A to point B. It has a daily decent sized back seat and front seat, as my significant other is tall and we have a large car seat this is important. However, I've had difficulty with the brakes getting warped on two occasions and this poses a safety concern.
accountCircle Samantha H
I love my car and how it is and how it looks.
I love my vehicle's performance, reliability and comfort. I love its features. It does not have any problems. My vehicle drives smoothly and has a lot of mileage. I wouldn't buying another one but in a different color. I would highly recommend. I love my car.

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
184 HP 31 MPG 5 Seats
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i Touring
184 HP 29 MPG 5 Seats
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i Grand Touring
184 HP 31-32 MPG 5 Seats
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2016 Mazda Mazda6 Owner Reviews

4.57
286 Reviews
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5 stars 63%
4 stars 32%
3 stars 5%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Ray R on June 23, 2021
Fun, quick, affordable and stylishly.
Nice mid size and affordable and so much fun to drive. They have really made driving again and the manual transmission is such a plus. I highly recommend you take it on a road trip just so you can be one with the car and enjoy the comfort of owning a Mazda 6.
accountCircle Yvana R on June 23, 2021
Best car for anyone at any life stage!
My mazda6 is very reliable and only requires routine maintenance. It is a very affordable car that has a luxury feel and dependable frame and structure. I love my Mazda it makes a great car for anyone's stage in life. It is a very comfortable car but I am pretty short. I cannot wait to get a new Mazda once I can trade this in!

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Michele R.

The Size of the car in good at midsize. Huge truck. The exterior design is very nice and sporty for a midsize. Big tire size. Has backup camera. Dual temperature controls or manual. It is comfortable to ride in front or back seat. Has good gas mileage for class of car.

likeFilled Dave S.

Easy smooth ride, limited maintenance, good features. It is the right size for me, full size but not too large. Cruise control is easy, Bluetooth is great and I like the backup camera. It is also a nice looking vehicle.

likeFilled Dani R.

Very Spacious for being a smaller Susan. Has Great steering and acceleration. Bought used several years ago but have never had any issues with it. Really good value for the price. Lots of safety features. Easy to drive.

likeFilled Erica M.

Good: has good Gas mileage, Sporty looking, Nice acceleration, Trunk space. Cons: little electrical issues, front door locks no longer work, paint is fading for a car that is barely 4 years old, had to replace a belt adjuster at barely 50k miles and the computer system is not user friendly.

likeFilled Anne D.

The speed is great, it goes by very fast you will get to your destination as a fast as possible. The appearance of the car is also very clean and the space of the car is big enough to fit 5 people. It is also has technology advancements with a touch screen controller.

likeFilled Michele R.

Good looking exterior style, I like my paint color. Descent gas mileage, does better on highway. Has good power for passing and taking off. Dependable I have had no breakdowns or major problems. Back seat are is nice and roomy.

likeFilled Jan S.

Leather seats and more car gadgets. I have all of the technological needs that current automobiles have in their car. My car got collision, stay in the lane, camera, etc that have all of the new safety features.

likeFilled Shauney B.

Gas saver, maintenance cost is affordable, spacious sedan, sports mode button activation, good for daily driver. You can go longer without getting oil changes. Affordable vehicle that is good for high school student or even college graduate.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Michele R.

There is a lot of road noise so there is not a lot of insulation in the car. My model did not came with XM capability. Large tires are expensive to replace. There are No Air conditioners or heaters in the seats.

dislikeFilled Dave S.

I run into issues with Bluetooth where it just will not recognize my iPhone and even if I pair it again it does not connect. Pandora can be weird showing the wrong song or none at all. I did have an issue when I first bought the car with the inside molding on the door coming off 2 times making it sharp and dangerous. Had to replace the transmission in a very short time.

dislikeFilled Dani R.

Not many. Sometimes feels small when I have a lot of stuff to bring places. It is a 2016 so there are not as many luxury features as newer cars. It might be difficult to get used to having some of the buttons in the center console.

dislikeFilled Erica M.

The computer system is anything but user friendly. Hard to navigate and how it saves radio stations is idiotic. Paint is lackluster and fading, little electrical issues, transmission can sometimes be touchy on acceleration.

dislikeFilled Anne D.

When I first got the car it had some problems where it would shut off in its own for no reason. I was driving and when I turned it off it wouldn't turn back on, and it took a few minutes to turn back on, the gadgets were also moving on its own when I was touching it.

dislikeFilled Michele R.

Some parts are not made in the us. In town gas mileage is just ok but that is because there is good take off power available. If it needs repair harder to find a Mazda dealer nearby. A lot of road noise. Seat could be more comfortable, long trips are hard on your bum and back.

dislikeFilled Jan S.

There are not cons. The only thing is that the car gets outdated each year compared to the newer cars. I do not like my info center specifically that I cannot update to the newest interface that Mazda provides to its newer cars.

dislikeFilled Shauney B.

My car does not have a sunroof. I think this feature would be the icing on the cake for a car that is a sports car. When you drop things in between the seats, they are about as good as gone. It's so hard to retrieve anything once it gets caught in between the stops. I've had to stop my car to go in like a surgeon to retrieve things from underneath my seats.

Ranks #3 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2016 Mazda Mazda6 has an average owner rating of 4.57 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 12 other Midsize Cars.

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4.6
2
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4.58
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4.57

Ranks #5 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2016 Mazda Mazda6 has a combined MPG of 39 which ranks it #5 of 12 other Midsize Cars.

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47 MPG
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44 MPG
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38 MPG

Is The 2016 Mazda Mazda6 A Good Car?

Yes, it is a great vehicle..I would recommend to anybody. It is awesome on gas and haven't gave me any problems since I have had it.
Jowena H.
Very good quality vehicle, gas efficient with lots of safety options such as review camera and side sensors.
Brittany J.
Yes. The only problem we have had it the hinge on the door broke and the door would not stay open. My husband fixed it and all is good. No other problems
Manuel C.
It's a very good vehicle. It is the second one we've owned. It is quick, stylish, and good on gasoline. I would recommend the 6 for anyone.
Rebecca J.

How Reliable Is The 2016 Mazda Mazda6?

Yes! Very reliable I drive it from state to state, never gave me any problems. World recommend to anyone.
Jowena H.
For the most part is reliable; the only issue so far is their all-season tires are not that good during winter time compared to past Mazda's I have driven.
Brittany J.
Yes. The Mazda 6 is very reliable. We had to put 2 new tires on but only because something punctured them. No mechanical issues.
Nina M.
It is extremely reliable. My only discontent comes from the price of the touring tires if you damage one (which I have).
Erin P.

Is The 2016 Mazda Mazda6 A Good Value?

I got mine used at about 14998, and I would make the decision to buy the same exact one again if I had to. I believe it is a awesome value.
Jowena H.
Purchased in august 2019, was listed for about $19k with 11k-miles which was, felt with low miles and all the bells and whistles included was worth the value at the time.
Brittany J.
I bought it used. It was roughly $18,000. I think the value is decent. I put lots of miles on this car.
Cindy Y.

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Safety & Reliability

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety