2016 Mazda 6 2.5L Manual - Car and Driver (blog)
The 6’s sinuous styling, confidence-inspiring handling, and rich interior make it one of the best-looking and most enjoyable family sedans around—that’s why it once again finds itself on our 10Best list. Powered by a 184-hp 2. 5-liter four-cylinder and driving the front wheels through either a crisp six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic, the 6 is efficient, but acceleration is relaxed compared to some of its rivals—but we love its finesse so... First Drive Review – 2016 Mazda 6 2. 5L Manual The overall aesthetic is more contemporary and easier on the eyes than before, and it comes with the added benefit of improved usability. Even in the mid-grade Touring model—the toniest version offered with the stick shift—the 6 feels a cut above its competitors in terms of interior haptics and fit and finish. Although the GT exceeds 30 grand, the manual Sport version starts at $22,315 and the manual Touring at $24,765. (Mazda’s six-speed automatic costs an additional $1050 or $1500, depending on trim level. ) The manual Touring version we drove for this review stickered at $25,265 with a few minor extras. Source: www.caranddriver.com
