Pressrelease: New Mazda6 debut at Frankfurt Motor Show

[wongpres]

HIROSHIMA, JapanMazda Motor Corporation will showcase the world premiere of the all-new Mazda6 (known as the all-new Mazda Atenza in Japan) at the 62nd annual Frankfurt Motor Show to be held from Tuesday, September 11 through Sunday, September 23, 2007.

The Frankfurt Motor Show press days are September 11 and 12, and the public days are September 15-23. Mazda will hold its press conference on Tuesday, September 11, at 13:45 (local time).

All-new Mazda6 (European specification)​

The all-new Mazda6 arrives as a full redesign of Mazdas first model to embody the Zoom-Zoom product philosophy, offering a thrilling drive to all those who still remember the love of motion first experienced as a child. Following the all-new Mazda2, the new Mazda6 is the second Mazda new generation product to evolve to the next stage, further deepening the emotional connection between man and machine - Mazda calls it Kizuna.

Inheriting Mazdas tradition of responsive handling and performance that has become recognized around the world and evolving the original models distinctive design and exceptional functionality, the all-new Mazda6 takes a step forward in quality and offers strengthened environmental and safety performance. The result is an exciting and delightful experience that only the all-new Mazda6 can deliver.

 

[Talbot]

Looks sort of like a lexus IMO.

EDIT: On second thought it looks like a lot of things mixed together. Can't wait to see more pictures.

 

[ZoomVT]

looks like a mazda 3 sedan from the front!

 

[Mazda3]

I think it looks great!!

 

[wongpres]

Attached is a higher resolution pic.

As mentioned in the press release, this picture is Euro-spec. The N. American-spec grille detail, headlight detail, and bumper detail are all slightly different (so basically everything from this pic!).

Latest N. American-spec sedan spyshots on this thread:

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123643532&page=6

 

[rocketr2]

http://www.leftlanenews.com/mazda6.html

 

[wongpres]

Official specs and words on the N. American-version

The Mazda6 has now been launched and here are the specs and notes on the N. American version from the press release:

LAUNCH SCHEDULE
The new Mazda6 will be launched in Europe in November this year.

North America
There will be a dedicated new Mazda6 for the North American market, designed and engineered specifically for North America. More information will be provided during Summer 2008, closer to the launch of the North American model.

All-New Mazda6 Preliminary Specifications (for Europe)
Body type Sedan/Hatchback/Estate
Door 4/5/5
Seating capacity 5/5/5
Overall length without
license plate holder mm 4,735/4,735/4,765
Overall width mm 1,795/1,795/1,795
Overall height mm 1,440/1,440/1,490
Wheelbase mm 2,725/2,725/2,725
Tread
Front mm 1,570*/ 1,570*/ 1,570*/
1,560**/1,550*** 1,560**/1,550*** 1,560**/1,550***
Rear mm 1,570*/ 1,570*/ 1,570*/
1,560**/1,550*** 1,560**/1,550*** 1,560**/1,550***
* with 16x6J ST
** with 16x6.5J AL
*** with 17/18

 

[RedP5er]

North America
There will be a dedicated new Mazda6 for the North American market, designed and engineered specifically for North America.

So I guess the rumor of the US model being bigger and based on the old platform is very likely to be true...

 

[Adammazda06]

http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2008-mazda6-2/

here are the pics from the show. i think it looks great. being a mazda sales person, i think this is just what mazda needs to spark some good sales.

 

[Option]

So I guess the rumor of the US model being bigger and based on the old platform is very likely to be true...

I agree ...and to say that I am disappointed would be the understatement of the century. I was ready to buy that 5 door (sad1)

 

[Killer]

dont need 2 of these