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2009 Mazda6 starting at $19,220
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While you'll have to wait another day to get our initial impressions of the 2009 Mazda6, the automaker has released the pricing details on its redesigned mid-level sedan.
The base "i" model starts at $19,220 (including the $670 destination charge) and comes equipped with a 170 hp, 2.5-liter inline-four sending power to either a six-speed manual gearbox or a five-speed auto with a manual shift mode. The range-topping SV, Sport, Touring and Grand Touring models will be packing a 272 hp, 3.7-liter V6 and will start off at $24,800 (again, destination charge included).
Mazda hasn't released a comprehensive break down of each model, their corresponding features and specific prices, but you can hit the jump for the official press release.
Gallery: 2009 Mazda6
PRESS RELEASE
Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced pricing for the 2009 MAZDA6 sports sedan will start at $18,550 for a MAZDA6 i SV, equipped with a 170-horsepower 2.5-liter I-4 engine and a six-speed manual transmission. Pricing for the 2009 MAZDA6 s, powered by a 273-horsepower V6 engine and six-speed Sport AT automatic transmission begins at $24,130. Destination charges for all 2009 model-year Mazda vehicles are $670, $715 in Alaska. The 2009 MAZDA6 will be available at dealers across the U. S. starting in late August, 2008.
The highly anticipated 2009 MAZDA6 is the first of Mazda's "Zoom-Zoom Evolution" second-generation vehicles, building on a heritage of sports sedans and sports cars that no other manufacturer can boast, and bringing a combination of sports sedan, sophistication, build quality and product insight not currently found in the market.
"This is the most important new vehicle Mazda has launched in a decade," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO, MNAO. "Bringing any new car to market at a competitive price has always been critical, but seldom more-so than today. Customers are looking for that rare combination of style, dynamics, economy and a great price, and the all-new 2009 MAZDA6 delivers on all levels."
The 2009 MAZDA6 will be available as a four-door sedan and in four trim levels: SV (I-4 models only), Sport, Touring and Grand Touring, and with varying levels of standard and optional equipment. All models, regardless of engine or trim grade, will include as standard equipment: air-conditioning, power windows, mirrors and door locks, anti-lock brakes (ABS), dynamic stability control, traction control, frontal and seat-mounted airbags for driver and front passenger, side air-curtain airbags for front and rear seat passengers and a tire-pressure monitoring system.
Power for the 2009 MAZDA6 will be available from an all-new Mazda-designed and developed MZR 170-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and a 273-horsepower 3.7-liter V6, as used in the 2008 CX-9, Motor Trend's 2008 Sport/Utility of the Year and the 2008 North American Truck of the Year. Transmission choices are a six-speed manual or five-speed Sport AT automatic with manual-shift mode (2.5-liter engine) or a six-speed Sport AT automatic with manual-shift mode (3.7-liter V6). I-4 models equipped with the Sport AT are certified at the ultra-clean SULEV level, and PZEV in California-emission states. All V6 models meet ULEV standards for all 50 states.
As it has been since the first MAZDA6 launched in 2002, all North American MAZDA6s will continue to be built at AutoAlliance International, in Flat Rock, Mich, a joint venture with partner Ford Motor Company.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 4)
AkulaX1 6:35PM (7/15/2008)
wow that's pretty
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Volk 7:29PM (7/15/2008)
Pretty? Common, it becomes pretty ridiculous: why every car has to look like Corolla? First VW, now Mazda. Even BMW started taking design clues from Toyotas. This imitating ought to stop. I'm sure this new Mazda with 6 cylinder engine is a great car but because of the stupid mocking it won't be on my list.
Bob-omb 7:55PM (7/15/2008)
You won't buy a car you'd otherwise love, only because of what other people say? Dude, grow a pair.
azzo45 8:56PM (7/15/2008)
Volk: If you think the Mazda 6 looks like anything Toyota... you need some glasses or contacts! JMO
Torrent 3:10AM (7/16/2008)
The only way this looks like a Toyota is by it having 4 wheels, an engine and 4 doors- OMG JUST LIKE A COROLLA!!! Call the Corolla lawyers, because i see a lawsuit just waiting.
Come on. Not even close.
Randy 11:25AM (7/16/2008)
DID YOU SAY STEAL DESIGN CUES FROM TOYOTA?
All I have to say is you might want to check your facts on that one! Figuring Toyota's new styling cues have a very close resemblance to Mazda. Furthermore; Scion (toyota's co) completely rips off Volvo with their cars! They look like mini volvos.
Pipepr 2:23PM (7/16/2008)
When was the last time you guys looked at a Camry or Corolla?
They look just like this. They have been for the past few years now.
ML 6:39PM (7/15/2008)
I like its looks. If you cover every detail of the car and look only at the overall shape, it's a Nissan Maxima. Not a bad looking car to copy(!). Good pricing will help sales, and the design will help convince some shoppers to buy a Mazda who otherwise haven't liked Mazda's designs.
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RJ 7:50PM (7/15/2008)
I'm tired of everyone saying one car is copying another; what we have to all realize is every car from a generation in the auto industry is similar in shape and style. Compare a G35 and Lexus IS, very similar.
Honestly, if an Olds 442 and Chevelle have their badge and grills removed, how many people today can tell them apart?
Muhammed 6:42PM (7/15/2008)
I'm assuming that the V6 Powerplant is again borrowed from parent-company Ford? It would have been nice to see a high-performance Mazda engine, but then again, I can't think of a medium displacement V6 made natively by Mazda.
Any word on a MazdaSpeed model, and for the regular models, has the turning circle been improved from the outgoing version of the Mazda6?
Criticisms aside, the styling looks great. Head and shoulders above the Accord's oddly-shaped front end, and much cleaner than the bulges on the current Camry. Well-Done Mazda!
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Benfolio 1:14AM (7/16/2008)
Mazdaspeed to be coming in 2010 as a 2011 model. Turning circle has improved.... I forget by how much, I think it's 3 feet?
VinceP 11:31AM (7/16/2008)
The 3.7 comes from Mazda, not Ford. 3.5L is Ford, and there was some initial speculation that it would end up in the new 6.
All Mazda engines (save the Tribute V6) are Mazda-sourced. In fact, the 2.0 and 2.3 found in Ford Foci are derived from Mazda.
I have a Mazda3 5-door, and would like a 6, but am holding out until they revive the wagon (true sport utility).
Gary Blomquist 9:12PM (7/16/2008)
Borrowed engine mill doesn't mean that it is a Ford from ground up.
In fact when the first Mazda6 S debuted with it's 3.0 liter V6 of Ford Duratec origin, it had 200 H.P. and the engine heads were re-designed by Mazda for their sedan, not for Ford's vehicles. Mazda was wringing more power out of the old 3.0 Duratech in the 6 than Ford was getting in their Taurus. Only the baby Lincoln versions matched the Mazda 6 Duratec H.P.., but not by Mazda tweeking the engine.
I would not be surprised if the new 3.7 has reworked heads and other internals by Mazda engine designer/engineers.
One thing I give Mazda credit for; they may have a large Ford financial interest in their corporation, but they don't clone or badge engineer their products to Ford with the exception of the Escape/Tribute SUV and hybrid version.
srivendel 6:53PM (7/15/2008)
You're a teensy bit behind the curve on this one, Autoblog.
Mazda has allowed you to build your own 2009 Mazda6 -- complete with options -- on its website for about a month now...
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Jon 1:11AM (7/16/2008)
Can you link me? I don't see it
srivendel 7:32AM (7/16/2008)
Sure thing.
http://www.mazdausa.com/MusaWeb/configEntryPoint.action?vehicleCode=MZ6&modelYear=2009
Jon 2:19PM (7/17/2008)
Thanks! Don't know why, when I tried to get to it manually a few days ago I could only see 08
Zane 6:57PM (7/15/2008)
Why the heck can't manufacturers mate a V6 and a manual box? Sheesh! This was the only low end sedan on my list and now it's out..
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Billy C. 7:11PM (7/15/2008)
What! No manual! You can't zoom-zoom without a manual.
Bummer. I usually figure that any car without an option for a manual in its higher powered version is really not meant for the enthusiast. Think SC400, new Maxima, new TL, etc.
Kitko 7:36PM (7/15/2008)
Because most of the folks can't drive manual properly in a 1.2 liter engine, not to speak about 3.7 liter V6. Believe me, I'm European, manuals account for like 80 percent or more, and I've seen enough.