Mazda 6 Wagon

If you liked the Mazda 6 Wagon’s outside appearance, then you will definitely enjoy its sophisticated-looking cabin layout with a Brushed Graphite finish. Like many Mazda vehicles, there is an abundance of soft-touch materials inside the wagon. The 20th Anniversary Edition variant comes with a tan Nappa leather upholstery for its well-padded seats, which provide outstanding comfort and ergonomics for all passengers. The driver and co-pilot’s seats come with a ventilation function. 

Exclusive to the driver is a 7-inch LCD meter set display, a leather-wrapped multicontrol steering wheel with paddle shifters, a leather-wrapped shift knob, and an active driving display, all of which help the driver bring out his or her A game when on the go. This wagon comes with an 8-inch Mazda Connect LCD infotainment display, which, despite having an outdated first-generation interface, still offers modern features such as wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth hands-free, and dual USB-A ports. For high-quality bass and acoustics, this car has an 11-speaker BOSE sound system.

This cabin’s downside, however, is its cramped rear space, which hinders three tall and large passengers from comfortably sitting in the second row and, at the same time, limits the driver’s road orientation from inside. But, overall, this car still has decent practicality in its name courtesy of a generous amount of trunk space for your baggage or cargo.

From the outside, the Mazda 6 Wagon’s design language just screams prestige and elegance despite its old age. Its 20th Anniversary Edition variant sports a high gloss silver front grille and adaptive LED headlamps with auto leveling and auto on and off functions. Its headlamps also have LED running lamps for a much more premium flare at night. 

This vehicle has an elegant side view that is defined by sleek character lines and well-proportioned curves, both of which add depth to its Artisan Red Premium body-colored silhouette. It has power adjustable and foldable side mirrors. Additionally, this wagon runs on a premium-looking set of 19-inch aluminum alloy wheels in high gloss silver. The “20th Anniversary” emblem on its side also sets you apart from other drivers on the road.

Meanwhile, for a sporty hindlook, it is given dual large-type exhaust tail pipes and an aggressive-looking pair of LED taillamps. It also comes with roof rails for additional functionality. The Mazda 6 Wagon measures 4,805 mm in length, 1,840 mm in width, and 1,480 mm in height. It has a 2,750 mm wheelbase.

The Mazda 6 Wagon utilizes a suspension combination of a MacPherson strut at the front and a Multi-link at the rear. Its steering might be on the lighter side of things, but the driver can still receive a great level of feedback from the vehicle even at high speeds. It's very comfortable and yet sporty at the same time. It also has good turning and cornering abilities thanks to its G-Vectoring Control Plus feature.

The Mazda 6 Wagon is powered by a 2.5L, In-line 4-Cylinder, 16-Valve, SKYACTIV-G engine with a Cylinder Deactivation that produces a maximum power output of 190 PS and a maximum torque of 252 Nm. This car runs on Mazda’s SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-speed automatic transmission system with Sport Mode.

Its transmission is very responsive. Its engine has great power delivery regardless if you are cruising through the city or out on the open road. In addition, its powertrain definitely is one of the most well-tuned within its segment. It runs smoothly and efficiently courtesy of its I-ELOOP Regenerative Braking System. That said, the Mazda 6 Wagon would definitely be a feasible daily driver in the city where traffic is prevalent. 

In terms of safety, the Mazda 6 Wagon is equipped with the brand’s I-ACTIVSENSE, which offers a Mazda Radar Cruise Control, smart brake support, front and rear smart city brake support, lane departure warning with lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, and a driver attention alert. It is also equipped with standard safety and security features.

The braking setup consists of ventilated discs at the front and solid discs at the rear. These are complemented by an anti-lock braking system mated to an electronic brakeforce distribution as well as dynamic stability control.

The Mazda 6 Wagon might not appeal to all consumers, but it would definitely captivate the attention of drivers who value a high level of engagement and steering precision without compromising top-notch comfort and safety on the road.