What do u think about the new 2009 Mazda 6?
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I agree, it does resemble the solara/lexus. And to me the interior looks like the newest civics...Which isnt a bad thing. The newest Honda Accord looks like a BMW. To each his own I guess. Still looks awesome, but how much does it weigh? Looks like they packed on the pounds.
The Euro and JDM models weigh just about the same as the previous generation L3 powered 6's.
forget it cuz it's not coming to the US
HIROSHIMA, Japan — Mazda Motor Corp.'s launch of the new Atenza for Japan does not foreshadow what is on tap for the 2009 Mazda 6 in the U.S., Mazda North American Operations spokesman Jeremy Barnes told Inside Line.
"The Mazda 6 will be designed and engineered for the U.S." Barnes said. "It will be on sale later this year as an '09 model." He added that the Atenza, which was unveiled in Japan on Tuesday, "doesn't hint at what we'll get in the U.S." He would not divulge specifications, only saying that "the car we'll get in the U.S. will continue to be built in Flat Rock [Michigan]."
The Japan version of the Atenza is similar to the one launched in Europe late last year. The home market gets an Atenza that is available in three body styles: a sedan, a five-door hatchback and a sport wagon. It is equipped with the MZR 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine mated to either a five-speed or six-speed automatic transmission. The new Atenza is larger than its predecessor, but with a reduced overall vehicle weight. Prices on the Atenza range from the equivalent of $19,350 for the sedan to $24,950 for a top-of-the-line sport wagon model.
What this means to you: At least we know what not to expect here. — Anita Lienert, Correspondent
HIROSHIMA, Japan — Mazda Motor Corp.'s launch of the new Atenza for Japan does not foreshadow what is on tap for the 2009 Mazda 6 in the U.S., Mazda North American Operations spokesman Jeremy Barnes told Inside Line.
"The Mazda 6 will be designed and engineered for the U.S." Barnes said. "It will be on sale later this year as an '09 model." He added that the Atenza, which was unveiled in Japan on Tuesday, "doesn't hint at what we'll get in the U.S." He would not divulge specifications, only saying that "the car we'll get in the U.S. will continue to be built in Flat Rock [Michigan]."
The Japan version of the Atenza is similar to the one launched in Europe late last year. The home market gets an Atenza that is available in three body styles: a sedan, a five-door hatchback and a sport wagon. It is equipped with the MZR 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine mated to either a five-speed or six-speed automatic transmission. The new Atenza is larger than its predecessor, but with a reduced overall vehicle weight. Prices on the Atenza range from the equivalent of $19,350 for the sedan to $24,950 for a top-of-the-line sport wagon model.
What this means to you: At least we know what not to expect here. — Anita Lienert, Correspondent
If you would perhaps read before posting you would realize that we all (Except you) know that the US version will indeed be different.
The question is how different? I, for one, think it won't be that drastically different. Departing too much from the original design gets in the way of achieving economies of scale - something that Mullally has been keen to achieve. I don't think Mazda is keen on making the same pitfalls that Ford encountered with regard to multiple versions for multiple markets.
I was harsh because you cross posted this same article 3 times across the board. with the title "No new 6 or Atenza for the US"...that is why I was harsh.
Agreed.
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it's comming out in taiwan and only comes with a 2.0 or 2.5L engine in automatic. sedan and hatch version.
wonder what kind of mods there is for the 2.5 engine?
wonder what kind of mods there is for the 2.5 engine?
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saw a few new 6 sedans in Israel last week when I was there for work...they're beautiful!
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I've heard they'll be hitting the streets soon in my neck of the woods so I'll keep a camera ready and let you know if I see anything.
I think it would be quite different. Early spy pics and other info indicate that the US version will larger, with longer overhang. I truly hope that it isn't true but I am not keeping my hopes up.
Well heres the thing: Park a first gen USDM 6 next to a first gen JDM Atenza and one would notice that they're not drastically different from each other despite the USDM version being a bit longer. I would think it would be the same case with the second gen.
Oh, no doubt about it for the first gen and the US version is longer mainly due to bumper size. However, my point is that it most likely wouldn't be the case for the 2nd gen. The US version will look similar to the European and Japanese version, but larger (i.e. longer wheelbase) to accommodate Americans' need (bigger behind).
To quote info posted by chisss earlier:
The statement is pretty vague, so we'll see. Again, I do think we are getting a larger 6. If that's really the case, thumbs down to Mazda.
Another indication about the larger US version:
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showpost.php?p=3383289&postcount=7
This is posted on page 7 of this thread. They don't look the same size to me.
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showpost.php?p=3389496&postcount=97
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Hi, I just found this forum as I am totally new to Mazda and was trying to find out a bit more information about the 2008 Mazda 6 and I find it really weird that the US hasn't got this car yet???? (I thought everything came out in the US first). I had a test drive of the new 6 the other day as I am due a new company car and I have ordered a new 2008 Mazda 6 Sport 5-door hatchback with the 2.0 Diesel Engine. It looks really great in the flesh and cruises quite happily at 100mph on the motorway (which is where the car will spend most of its life). Anyway, I will post pics when I get it.
Oh yeah, we need pics!
