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2016 Mazda Mazda6
Sedan · 2015–2021
Trims and features
What changed for 2016
- Starting prices: +$100 to +$305 (3 trims; hover for each)
- Engine: SKYACTIV-G 2.5L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT → SKYACTIV-G 2.5L DOHC 16-valve with VVT (all trims)
- Touchscreen: 5.8 in → 7 in (all trims)
- Ground clearance: 6.4 in → 6.7 in (Touring)
2016 Mazda6 trims
| Grand Touring | Sport | Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | $30,195 | from $21,495 | from $23,945 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | SKYACTIV-G 2.5L DOHC 16-valve with VVT | SKYACTIV-G 2.5L DOHC 16-valve with VVT | SKYACTIV-G 2.5L DOHC 16-valve with VVT |
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 184 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 185 lb-ft | 185 lb-ft | 185 lb-ft |
| Transmission | SKYACTIV-Drive | Automatic: SKYACTIV-Drive Manual: SKYACTIV-MT | Automatic: SKYACTIV-Drive Manual: SKYACTIV-MT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Fwd | Automatic / Manual | Automatic / Manual |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 30 mpg + option | Automatic: 30 mpg Manual: 29 mpg | Automatic: 30 mpg Manual: 29 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 14.8 cu ft | 14.8 cu ft | 14.8 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in | 6.4 in | 6.7 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 191.5 in | 191.5 in |
| Curb weight | 3,250 lb | Automatic: 3,250 lb Manual: 3,179 lb | Automatic: 3,250 lb Manual: 3,179 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Touchscreen | 7 in | Automatic: 7 in Manual: — | 7 in |
| Apple CarPlay | — | Optional | Optional |
| Android Auto | — | Optional | Optional |
| Audio | Bose | — | Optional |
| Speakers | 11 | 6 | 6 + option |
| Driver assistance | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | Optional | — | — |
| Lane keeping | Optional | — | — |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | — | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | — | Optional |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| Parking sensors | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Leather | Cloth | Synthetic Leather |
| Heated seats | Front | — | Optional |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | — | — |
| Climate zones | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Remote start | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exterior | |||
| Sunroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | Optional |
| Wheels | 19 in | 17 in | 19 in |
| Headlights | — | Halogen | Halogen + option |
Packages and options (67)
| Grand Touring | Sport | Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Touring Technology Package $2,180 | Optional | — | — |
| Touring Moonroof / Bose / Satellite Radio Package $1,325 | — | — | Optional |
| Touring Technology Package $1,675 | — | — | Optional |
| Car Cover | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Car Cover Cable Lock | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Clear Film, Door Edge Protection | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Edge and Rear Bumper Top Paint Protection Film $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Fog Lights - Halogen $370 | — | Optional | Optional |
| Fog Lights - LED $425 | Standard | — | Optional |
| Hood and Front Fender Paint Protection Film $325 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frame, Black Slimline | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frame, Black (Zoom-Zoom) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frame, Brushed | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frame, Brushed Slimline | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frame, Polished (Zoom-Zoom) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frame, Polished Slimline | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frame Gift Set, Black (Zoom-Zoom) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frame Gift Set, Brushed (Mazda) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frame Gift Set, Brushed (Zoom-Zoom) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frame Gift Set, Polished (Zoom-Zoom) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mazda Keychain, Brushed (Mazda, Mazdaspeed, Zoom-Zoom) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mazda Keychain, Polished (Zoom-Zoom) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mazda Valve Stem Caps, Set of 4 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Moonroof Wind Deflector | Optional | — | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Guard, Stainless Steel $120 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Clear Film, Rear Bumper Top Paint Protection | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Spoiler, Lip Type, Color-Keyed $350 | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Ditch Molding for Roof Rack | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Side Window Deflectors, Set of 4 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Splash Guards, Front | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Splash Guards, Rear | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Touch-Up Paint, Color-Keyed | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| All-Weather Floor Mats $125 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alloy Pedals / Footrest | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 3.5mm Audio Cable | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Mat, Trunk - Carpet $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net, Envelope Type $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray, Trunk | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Sill Trim Plates $125 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mazda Mobile Start $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mirror, Auto-Dimming with Compass $195 | — | Optional | Optional |
| Mirror, Auto-Dimming with Compass and HomeLink $295 | — | Optional | Optional |
| Portable Navigation Device - Garmin nuvi 2539LMT | — | Optional | Optional |
| Portable Navigation Device - Garmin nuvi 2597LMT | — | Optional | Optional |
| Portable Navigation Device - Garmin nuvi 3597LMTHD | — | Optional | Optional |
| Portable Navigation Device - Garmin nuvi 44LM | — | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Engine Start | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roadside Assistance Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Windshield Sunscreen | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Navigation System - SD Card | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Parking Sensors, Rear $475 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Blue Reflex Mica | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Deep Crystal Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Jet Black Mica | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Meteor Gray Mica | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Snowflake White Pearl Mica $200 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sonic Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Soul Red Metallic $300 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Titanium Flash Mica | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Cloth | — | Optional | — |
| Black Leather | Optional | — | — |
| Black Leatherette | — | — | Optional |
| Parchment Leather | Optional | — | — |
| Sand Cloth | — | Optional | — |
| Sand Leatherette | — | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Oem press release. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Mazda6 2018–2022 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Mazda Mazda6 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 17 |
| 2020 | Mazda Mazda6 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 | Mazda Mazda6 4 DR AWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 6 |
| 2019 | Mazda Mazda6 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 6 |
| 2018 | Mazda Mazda6 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 58 |
| 2017 | Mazda Mazda6 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 60 |
| 2016 | Mazda Mazda6 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 77 |
| 2015 | Mazda Mazda6 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | Optional | 3 | 60 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
26–29 |
| 2020 | 6 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
26–29 |
| 2019 | 6 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
26–29 |
| 2018 | 6 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
26–29 |
| 2017 | 6 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI; with i-ELOOP Technology Package Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI |
28–30 |
| 2016 | 6 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI; with i-ELOOP Technology Package Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI |
29–32 |
| 2015 | 6 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI; with i-ELOOP Technology Package Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI |
29–32 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.