Cars Mazda. Mazda 6 (GH): specifications, description, reviews

If you start asking people about popular Japanese cars, you can be sure that many of them, without hesitation, will say that this is Mazda. Mazda 6 GH is, in its turn, one of the most purchased models. What can she surprise and please? Here about it it is necessary to tell in more detail.

Briefly about the model

The first thing I would like to tell you directly about the Mazda range. Mazda 6 GH is the second generation. It appeared in 2007, and the first came out in 2002. The predecessor of the car "Mazda 6" is a model known as 626 (or simply Capella). The first generation of "sixes" became very popular. Have constructed this car on the same platform, as "Ford Mondeo". The exterior of the car was extremely attractive and exquisite. The body is expressive, replete with flexible expressive lines, engineers have been working on them for a very long time. He was made super-strong, but easy, taking into account all the technological aspects, thanks to them managed to achieve both a functional and visual effect. It's not for nothing that the aerodynamic characteristics, characterized by the updated Mazda 6, are considered one of the best in its class. The efforts of the developers did not go unnoticed - the image of the car looks like a magnet.

About the second generation

Now it is worthwhile to tell us directly how this Mazda car differs from its predecessor. The Mazda 6 GH is built on its own platform (unlike the first generation based on the Ford base). The car quickly became popular and it began to ship to the American market. True, the North American version was different in size and looked a bit different. In addition, there were not delivered versions of the station wagon.

What can this Mazda please? Mazda 6 GH has become more spectacular and dynamic. Attracts attention to a clear lateral line, it comes from the rear lights of the short stern to the front bulk arches, which only strengthens the athletic build of the body. The expressive front part of the body can not but rejoice. The bumper of the Mazda 6 GH really looks very good in combination with narrow headlights and an original pentagonal radiator grille. The rear and front glass became more streamlined. Interestingly, the updated Mazda 6 is the owner of the lowest coefficient of aerodynamic drag. At high speeds, the car behaves very stably. And to achieve this was achieved through an innovative deflector and the most elaborate and thoughtful protection of the bottom.

Basic modification

Mazda 6 II GH is offered to potential Russian buyers with three different engines. Their palette is the following: 1.8, 2.0 and 2.5 liters. For all engines, both mechanics and automatic are available. There are four complete sets: Base, Touring, Sport and, of course, Luxury.

In the basic version, the car has light alloy wheels, a steering column, which can be adjusted according to the angle of inclination, and also on the fly. Still there is an electric drive of lateral mirrors and glasses. Also in the basic configuration there is air conditioning, central locking (remote control), immobilizer, MP3 / CD and 4 speakers with audio system.

Versions are more expensive

More expensive modifications have a system CF-Net, through which you can control climate control, travel computer and audio system using the keys on the steering wheel. Still there are sensors of illumination and rain, the electric drive of addition of mirrors.

And, finally, the top version. It has parktronic, burglar alarm, a powerful Bose sound system, 8 excellent speakers, an AFS system that controls bi-xenon headlights.

In 2010 there were more modifications, as the generation passed restyling.

About characteristics

Under the body of the "six" of the second generation lies the chassis of its predecessor, which has already been checked by time. It is well-known for its sporting character. The engines have already been mentioned above, but it is worth noting that in Europe versions with a 140-strong turbodiesel, the volume of which is two liters, are still sold. In Russia there are no such versions.

By the way, the flagship 2.3-liter unit was replaced by the 170-strong "four", volume of 2.5 liters. And this engine works exclusively under the control of mechanics. But in the database there is a 120-hp 1.8-liter engine. Many buyers are satisfied and this Mazda 6 GH. The engine is not bad, and most importantly - time-tested.

The chassis, by the way, experts decided to rework and correct all the mistakes that were made in the process of creating the first generation. Technical tuning Mazda 6 GH was successful: there was an independent suspension on parallel double levers and an original electric power steering. It is interesting, that here the electric motor influences not on a steering shaft, and on рейку. This circuit perfectly showed itself in the RX-8 coupe, so it was decided to use it here.

Interior

Salon to call innovative or revolutionary difficult, it is focused on the driver, which can not but rejoice. So the place of the motorist is decorated very beautifully and, importantly, ergonomically. All the basic information that the driver needs to know is displayed on the multifunction display located on the center console. Everything is done strictly, without any excesses and delights. It is interesting to look at the smooth inserts of the gearshift lever from the tree and the wells of the appliances. It was decided to replace the dull-gray plastic with inserts of platinum shade. But the buttons on the central console specialists placed more conveniently and logically. Under the right hand is now a button "Start / Stop". By the way, still changed the structure of the front seats. The rear row is equipped with a system that can push the seats forward if you press a specially designed button. So much easier to load bags or other things into the luggage compartment.

Comfort and safety

In this regard, the "six" of the second generation, everything is fine. Security experts have maximized. Now the basic equipment is ABS, six-piece airbags, a brake assistant, a traction control system, as well as a parking assistant and a DSC (Dynamic Stability Control).

And most importantly, the second-generation models got rid of the main drawback that their predecessor was famous for. And this is poor noise insulation. Now the cabin is perfectly quiet even at high speeds. And all thanks to high-quality sound-proof materials and excellent aerodynamics.

Restyling in 2010

Soon the car again underwent some changes. Exterior "Mazda" remained virtually unchanged. But the motors, transmission and chassis have been transformed. And the lighting units changed a little, improved. Began after 2010 to put bi-xenon and halogen headlights.

The bumper with a radiator grating has changed a bit and a new form of niches for fog lamps has appeared. All this gave the model more dynamism and sportiness. What about the interior? He began to decorate, combining the skin and tissue, chrome appeared on the controls.

2.5-liter 170-strong after restyling became available with both a 5-speed and a manual gearbox. The motor was modernized: the level of harmful emissions was reduced. The European 147-horsepower 2 liter engine disappeared, another appeared - equipped with direct fuel injection DISI. And its power was increased by 6 horsepower.

The owners of the car say that improved handling. The car began to feel more confident on the highway and in the passage of turns. And the smoothness of the move has grown. All the potholes, pits, potholes and lying policemen model pass easily and very gently.