What Changed
The U.S. now gets a dedicated version of the Mazda6 sedan. The wagon and 5-door hatchback models are no longer offered. The second-generation Mazda6 has grown appreciably larger in every dimension. In particular, the roughly 5 extra inches of length and 2 inches of width create a more spacious interior. The FWD Mazda6 retains a choice of four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines, both are more powerful than their predecessors were. |
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| 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 Sedan | 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 Sedan | |
| Price Range | $20,450 - $28,465 | $19,140 - $27,150 |
| Engine(s) | 2.5l I4, 3.7l V6 | 2.3l I4, 3.0l V6 |
| Transmission(s) | A5, A6, M6 | A5, A6, M5 |
| Driven Wheels | FWD | FWD |
| Length / Width / Height | 193.7 / 72.4 / 57.9 | 186.8 / 70.1 / 56.7 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3258 - 3547 | 3091 - 3378 |
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