Mazda 6 2008 Sport 1.8
Mazda 6 2008 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Mazda 6 2008 Sport 1.8 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2010. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 120 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 165 Nm (Newton metres) on 4300 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 250 000 to 420 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
The engine often has an unstable idle speed. The thermostat, cooling pump, and alternator are ...
This Mazda 6 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.
Mazda 6 2008 Sport 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda 6 2008 Sport 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 198 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mazda 6 2008 Sport 1.8 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.9 litres per 100km (14.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 64 litres or 16.91 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1200 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda 6 fuel consumption.
Mazda 6 safety
During safety testing Mazda 6 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mazda 6 is evaluated with good rate 77 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 81 from 100, for pedestrian protection Mazda 6 got 49 points from 100.
Mazda 6 safety equipment has been rated as good - 71 percents from 100.

Mazda 6 2008 Sport 1.8 technical data
Model: | Mazda 6 Sport 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2008. January ... 2010. January | ||
Engine: | 1798 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 120 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 165 NM ON 4300 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 198 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 (combined) 9.6 (urban) 5.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km (29.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres (16.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.76m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 165 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 510 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1702 litres (with rear seats folded down) |
Mazda 6 2008 Sport 1.8 engine L813
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine often has an unstable idle speed. The thermostat, cooling pump, and alternator are weak points.Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement | 1798 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83.1 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.8 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Mazda 6 2008 Sport 1.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Power | 120 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 NM ON 4300 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
All Mazda 6 hatchback [2008 - 2010] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mazda 6 2008 Sport 1.8
Jan 2008 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 120 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda 6 2008 Sport 2.0 i Jan 2008 — Jan 2010 | 2.0 Petrol | 147 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda 6 2008 Sport 2.0 i Automatic Jan 2008 — Jan 2010 | 2.0 Petrol | 147 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mazda 6 2008 2.0 CD | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda 6 2008 2.2 CD
Most powerfull diesel version (185 HP) |
2.2 Diesel | 185 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda 6 2008 2.5
Most powerfull petrol version (170 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda 6 2008 2.5 Sport
Jan 2008 — Jan 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) |