Mazda 6 2005 Sedan
Reliable, durable, comfortable
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This generation of Mazda 6 has been produced from July, 2005 to November, 2007. We can provide information about 8 modifications of this generation. 2005 Mazda 6 is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (1 version) and front wheel drive (7 versions).
This Mazda is available with five petrol engines with displacement from 1.8 to 2.3 litres and power of from 120 to 260 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 2.0 litres and power of from 121 to 143 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (6 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.
Mazda 6 2005 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.7 to 10.2 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 6 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mazda 6 2005 sedan petrol engine version is Mazda 6 1.8, consuming 7.7 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Mazda 6 2005 sedan diesel - Mazda 6 2.0 CiTD 121 Hp for 100 kilometers consumes 6 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Mazda 6 real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 11 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +10% for petrol engines and +12% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mazda 6 modification.
Mazda 6 2005 sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 184 to 245 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 165 grams per kilometer. From Mazda 6 with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Mazda 6 1.8 which produces an average of 184 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Mazda 6 diesels least CO2 distributes Mazda 6 2.0 CiTD 121 Hp - 165 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6.6 seconds has Mazda 6 2.3 DISI Turbo MPS version, conversely the tardiest one is Mazda 6 2.0 S-VT Automatic reaching this speed only in 10.7 seconds. The maximum top speed is 240 km/h for the 2.3 petrol 4-cylinder 260 hp version (Mazda 6 2.3 DISI Turbo MPS).
Lenght of Mazda 6 is 470 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Mazda 6 is about 6 cm longer than Toyota Avensis sedan, but 3 cm shorter than Ford Mondeo sedan. Mazda 6 gross weight is from 1825 to 2085 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class.
This Mazda is very cheap for its class - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 1300 €. According to user reviews, average Mazda 6 repair costs are 90 € per year. Users calculated Mazda 6 2005 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2400 € cost per year and 0.20 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 61%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 24% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mazda 6 for your situation and driving habits here! Our review authors managed to sell their Mazda 6 in average time of 6 months. Below you will find more detailed information about Mazda 6 prices and costs.
In user reviews Mazda 6 received average grade 7.7 (from 10) it corresponds to average rate for cars of this age. 80% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.
Mazda 6 modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mazda 6 2005 1.8
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 120 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Mazda 6 2005 2.0 S-VT | 2.0 Petrol | 147 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Mazda 6 2005 2.0 S-VT Automatic | 2.0 Petrol | 147 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
Mazda 6 2005 2.0 CiTD 121 Hp
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 121 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Mazda 6 2005 2.0 CiTD 143 Hp
Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Mazda 6 2005 2.3 S-VT | 2.3 Petrol | 166 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Mazda 6 2005 2.3 S-VT Automatic | 2.3 Petrol | 166 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
Mazda 6 2006 2.3 DISI Turbo MPS 4x4
Jan 2006 — Nov 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 260 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Mazda 6 safety
During safety testing Mazda 6 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mazda 6 is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Mazda 6 got one star.
Mazda 6 prices
Mazda 6 2005 - 2007 sedan price in Latvia is from 500 € to 2500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mazda 6 price is very low - Mazda 6 is approximately for 56 percents cheaper then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 2005 - 2007 prices). Despite of relatively low price Mazda 6 quality is above average (see below), so this Mazda can be a good buy.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Mazda 6 2007 price | 900 € | 1600 € | 2500 € | |
Mazda 6 2006 price | 500 € | 1200 € | 1900 € | |
Mazda 6 2005 price | 600 € | 1100 € | 1700 € |
Mazda 6 total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Mazda 6? Users calculated Mazda 6 2005 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2400 € cost per year and 0.20 € cost per one kilometer.
Mazda 6 2005 total costs of ownership calculator
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Mazda 6 reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Mazda 6 reliability is above average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2019 defects were detected in an average of 27 percent of Mazda 6 of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 28.4%.
Mazda 6 2005 sedan features (options)
Percentage of Mazda 6 with corresponding feature (option)
76% Climate control
75% Metallic paint
62% Adjustable steering wheel
59% Heated seats
55% Cruise control
53% Rain sensor
39% Xenon headlights
32%
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Mazda 6 reviews
Total 18 Mazda 6 owner reviews
Pros: Quite a good car, just need to be timely serviced, and then car will serve for a long time.
Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
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Total cost of repairs: | 550 € (~ 61 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend