Mazda MX-6 1991 2.5 petrol description
Coupe Mazda MX-6 1991 2.5iV6 has been produced from November, 1991 to December, 2000. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 167 horsepower on 5600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mazda MX-6 1991 - 2000 version and torque 221 Nm (Newton metres) on 4800 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 400 000 to 670 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mazda MX-6 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Mazda MX-6 1991 2.5iV6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda MX-6 1991 2.5iV6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 220 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mazda MX-6 1991 2.5iV6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.8 litres per 100km (10.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 10.2 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda MX-6 fuel consumption.

Mazda MX-6 1991 2.5iV6 technical data
Model: | Mazda MX-6 2.5iV6 | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 1991. November ... 2000. December | ||
Engine: | 2497 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 167 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 221 NM ON 4800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 220 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 8.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.2 l/100km (23.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.62m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.31m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 404 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1560 kg |
Mazda MX-6 1991 2.5iV6 engine KL-DE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 2497 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 74.2 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.2 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Mazda MX-6 1991 2.5iV6 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
Power | 165 - 175 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 - 220 NM ON 4800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1992 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
Engine also used on | Mazda 626 Mazda Xedos 9 |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Mazda MX-6 coupe [1991 - 2000] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mazda MX-6 1991 2.0i
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda MX-6 1991 2.5iV6
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 167 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda MX-6 1991 2.5iV6 Automatic
Nov 1991 — Oct 1995 Most powerfull version (167 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 167 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |