Mazda just officially announced pricing and mileage estimates for its 2014 Mazda6 mid-size sedan.
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Mazda just announced pricing for its 2014 Mazda6 mid-size sedan which will start from $21,675 including a $795 delivery charge.
The wait is finally over today as Mazda finally confirmed that that it will offer the SkyActiv-D diesel powerplant in the North American market optionally in the 2014 Mazda6.
Second in line to adopt the brand’s new KODO Soul of Motion design language, the 2014 Mazda6 will get more than a SkyActiv engine and new styling.
The 2014 Mazda6 is one of this year’s most anticipated new models for the midsize sedan segment. From its attractive exterior to its SkyActiv technology, the all-new Mazda6 looks to be a contender for best-in-class.
After unveiling the sedan at the Moscow Motor Show, Mazda has revealed the 6 Wagon at the Paris Motor Show.
After sitting in the backwaters of the mid-size sedan segment for far too long, Mazda has revealed its all new 6 model today at the Paris Motor Show with dramatic styling and a focus on light weight.
The all-new Mazda6 was revealed in late August, and now the Japanese automaker has released detailed information on its new ‘i-ACTIVSENSE’ safety technologies found in its newest model.
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The all-new 2014 Mazda6 has just made its official debut and already talks of high performance and coupe variants are filling the air.
The 2014 Mazda6 was recently revealed, set to make its official debut at the upcoming Moscow Auto Show on August 29, but the company has already released video footage as well.
Mazda held a ceremony today at its Hofu Plant in Japan, bringing over 500 employees together to celebrate the beginning of production of the companies all new redesigned 2014 Mazda6.
After a front-end shot of the upcoming Mazda 6 mid-size sedan leaked yesterday the Japanese automaker has now released a selection of photos of its all-new family car, showing the vehicle from several angles.
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Japanese automakers Honda, Toyota and Nissan have all taken the conservative approach to restyling their mid-size sedans. Mazda, however, gave a clear indication when it revealed the Takeri concept at the Tokyo Motor Show, that it would take a chance and, as usual, march to the beat of a different drum.
Mazda has released a second video giving us a hint at what the next generation Mazda6 will look like when it bows at the 2012 Paris Auto Show.
Originally teased by the Takeri concept at the New York Auto Show, Mazda has dropped the first video tease of the all new Mazda6 today.
Mazda’s new contender in the mid-size segment has been kept well-hidden by the Japanese automaker, until now, with our photographers grabbing the first spy photos of the lighter, more efficient and completely restyled 2014 Mazda6.
For years now the decline of the V8 engine in traditional passenger cars has been well documented. Even sports cars are moving away from the hulking powerplants. But could the V6 see a similar fate?
It certainly will at Mazda, confirms Robert Davis, the brand’s US boss, commenting in a recent interview that the company has no plans to build new V6 engine using the brand’s new Skyactiv engineering philosophy.
Introduced in the 2012 Mazda3, Mazda’s first Skyactiv 4-cylinder engine makes use of numerous fuel saving technologies from lighter components and lower friction surfaces, to direct injection, variable valve timing and an ultra-high compression ratio.
In the past, only the Mazda6 and CX-9 were available with a V6 powerplant. Mazda has been quiet on plans to build a turbocharged 4-cylinder, although it’s likely one is in the works. Another possibility is a hybrid 4-cylinder that could deliver V6 power with exceptional fuel economy. Plus, there’s the strong possibility that Mazda will offer a Mazda6 diesel, as previewed in the Takeri concept (above).
In addition, Davis did confirm Mazda is currently exploring the future of the Rotary powerplant, both for conventional use and also as a rang extender to help charge a battery pack for an electric motor.
[Source: Car & Driver]
With a planned debut for the Tokyo Auto Show, Mazda has released a selection of images of its new Takeri concept car, previewing the next-generation Mazda6 family sedan.
Using the brand’s new Kodo design language, the car stays true to the Shinari concept and shares styling similarities with the upcoming CX-5 compact crossover.
Riding on an all-new SkyActiv platform and using one of Mazda’s new Skyactiv-D diesel engines the Takeri concept is also the first Mazda to feature a regenerative braking system, using energy stored under braking to power onboard electrical components and thereby reduce the load on the engine.
Mazda promises significantly improved fuel economy, while staying true to the brand’s mandate to deliver cars that are enjoyable to drive.
Photos of the interior reveal a stunning cabin and a BMW i-Drive-style controller.
Look for complete details when the car debuts at the Tokyo Auto Show on November 30th.
GALLERY: Mazda Takeri Concept
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