Vehicle Overview
The Mazda6 is available in sedan and hatchback body styles for 2008, but the wagon has been discontinued. Buyers get a choice of two engines: a 2.3-liter four-cylinder or a 3.0-liter V-6. One of two automatics or a manual transmission can be installed. Competitors include the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.
Other changes for 2008 include a newly standard tire pressure monitoring system, a Bose stereo for Touring trim levels, and 17-inch alloy wheels on the i Sport edition. The high-performance Mazdaspeed6 is no longer offered.
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Under the Hood
The 2.0-liter four-cylinder in the Mazda3 i has variable valve timing and
develops 148 horsepower (144 hp in PZEV form). The Mazda3 s uses a 2.3-liter
four-cylinder that pumps out 156 hp. A five-s ...
Monitoring and Maintenance
Constant Monitoring
The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic
system:
- SAS unit.
- Front air bag sensor.
- Air bag modules.
- Side crash sensors.
- Air bag ...
Interior
The second row's backrest can recline or fold flat, and the seat can slide
fore and aft to optimize legroom and cargo space. There's room for two in the
50/50-split third-row seat, which also can ...