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43-1023: The Mazda6 was marketed as the first example of the company's "Stylish, Insightful and Spirited" design philosophy, followed by the Mazda2 in December 2002, the RX-8 in August 2003, the Mazda3 in January 2004, the Mazda5 in the summer of 2005, the MX-5 in October 2005, and the CX-7 in November 2006. The 2003 Mazda6 is essentially the seventh-generation Mazda 626, part of the 'G' model code family. The first-generation Mazda6

86-780: A 0–60 mph acceleration time of 6.1 seconds for the Mazda 6 V6. In America, only a sedan model was available (In the Middle East, USDM Mazda6 known as Mazda6 Ultra is sold alongside the JDM Mazda6). A Mazdaspeed6 variant was not offered. Despite the North American version's increase in dimensions, Mazda maintains that the 6 retains the overall driving experience is still sportier than rivaling Honda Accords, Toyota Camrys, or Chevrolet Malibus. Early reviews have been favorable. On March 3, 2011, around 50,000 Mazda6 vehicles from

129-445: A 1.8 litre engine from FAW . The security equipment is correspondingly much higher than the price of Chinese cars. Airbags for driver and front passenger are as standard as tire-pressure monitoring system , ABS and a traction control. For a surcharge there are numerous other airbags. Other equipment includes air conditioning as standard; for an extra charge, there are things like DVD player and navigation system. An FCV variant

172-566: A 108 kW 2.0 liter (LF) engine and a 120 kW 2.3 liter (L3) engine. The engine options were dropped in 2012 and replaced by an 1.8 liter (ET3) engine shared with the B50 developed by FAW. The design of the second generation Bestune B70 was also done by Giorgetto Giugiaro . A RS variant of the second generation B70 was also available with the engine being a Volkswagen -sourced 1.8-litre turbo engine with 186 horsepower (139 kW; 189 PS) and 235 N⋅m (173 lb⋅ft; 24 kg⋅m) via

215-420: A 169-horsepower (126 kW; 171 PS) 1.5-litre turbo engine, and the engine pairs with either a six-speed automatic transmission or a six-speed manual transmission. In November 2023, Bestune launched the fourth generation of B70. The fourth-generation has discontinued the previous 1.5-liter turbocharged engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission powertrain. The entire lineup comes equipped with

258-523: A liftback. In New Zealand, the lineup consisted of 2.0L GLX (sedan only), 2.3L GSX (sedan, liftback, and wagon), and 2.3L Limited (sedan and liftback). The first generation was marketed as a 2003 model in the United States and as a 2004 model in Canada. In Europe, the luxury sports model was available as a 120 hp (89 kW) direct injection turbodiesel ("DITD") estate up until 2007. As of 2008,

301-455: A revised front fascia with a raised hood, a 6-speed manual transmission, and all-wheel drive . The all-wheel-drive system uses Mazda's Active Torque Split computer-based control, which can route between a 100/0 to 50/50 front/rear torque split depending on driving conditions. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a limited-slip differential . Originally scheduled to be launched in June 2005,

344-807: A time full of negative press coverage for the company, the Demio became a surprise hit for Mazda in Japan, and also foreshadowed B-segment minivans such as the Opel Meriva , Fiat Idea and the Renault Modus . A concept model previewing the DW series, called the Mazda BU-X was shown in 1995. At its introduction in 1997, it won the Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference Car of

387-460: Is a subcompact / supermini / B-segment small car manufactured by Mazda since 1996. While sold across four generations in the domestic Japanese market, the Demio nameplate was rarely used outside of Japan, where it was usually called the Mazda2 . The Demio nameplate was retired in 2019 as Mazda changed over to " Mazda2 " for their home market as well. The Demio is built on the Mazda D platform and

430-524: Is a high-performance version of the first generation Mazda6. Its mission statement was written with the help of Peter Birtwhistle, chief of Mazda's advanced design studio in Germany at the time. It was initially unveiled as a concept at the 2002 Paris Motor Show . It features a turbocharged version of the 2.3 L MZR inline-four which produces 272 PS (200 kW), although the European version

473-706: Is optional on the Grand Touring trim. The Mazdaspeed6 was released to generally positive reviews, and was noted for impressive power and handling. The second-generation Mazda6 made its premiere at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. It is based on the modified first-generation Mazda6 chassis which Ford also utilized as their CD3 platform. Mazda continued to provide three body styles, including 4-door saloon (sedan), 5-door hatchback and wagon. A number of journalists have already praised its electrically assisted steering for being considerably improved compared to

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516-474: The FAW-Volkswagen joint venture. The third generation Bestune B70 is a 5-door liftback sedan that debuted during the 2020 Beijing Auto Show . The third generation Bestune B70 is the first car to be bult on FAW's FMA architecture. According to FAW, FMA stands for FAW Modular Architecture, while "F" also stands for both "Forward" and "Future". The third generation Bestune B70 sedan is equipped with

559-553: The "Four-Speed Sport AT"). In the US domestic market a 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 engine was also available with a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic (with a sequential-automatic option, dubbed the "5-Speed Sport AT"). European and Australian versions also feature a four-cylinder turbodiesel that comes with a six-speed manual transmission and produces significantly more torque than the V6, with much improved fuel economy. In North America,

602-518: The 1.8-litre engine, and the top speed is claimed to be 200 kilometres per hour (120 mph) for both variants. The facelifted B70 debuted at the 2011 Shanghai Auto Show in April 2011 alongside the facelifted B50 sedan. The second generation Bestune B70 was launched onto the market in May 2014. It is based on the same platform as the second generation Mazda6. The engines of the second generation B70 includes

645-517: The 20 year joint-venture between Mazda and Ford. Mazda moved production of the Mazda6 back to the Hofu factory in Japan. In China, over 680,000 Mazdas, including Mazda6 made between September 2008 and January 2016, were recalled due to faulty airbags. An earlier recall involved 280,000 Mazda6 models made between 2003 and 2008 for a similar issue. In 2007, Mazda won its first manufacturers championship in

688-453: The 2009–10 model years were recalled in the United States, with another 15,000 in Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico after it was found that Yellow Sac Spiders were building nests in the fuel line of the vehicles. The Mazda6 has two pipes coming from its gas tank, an extremely rare configuration. The amount of gasoline vapor in the fuel line is just strong enough to draw the spider in but not strong enough to kill it. On April 5, 2014, Mazda reissued

731-419: The 5-speed automatic optional on the V6 models were replaced by an Aisin 6-speed automatic for the 2005 model year. The four-cylinder model received a FS5A-EL five-speed automatic in the following year. Power was directed to the front wheels in most markets, although full-time all-wheel-drive models were available in Japan, Europe, and Australia. Not all configurations were available in all areas – for example,

774-688: The Carsales Peoples Choice award for its class in Australia. The Mazda6 also won "Best Family Sedan" in MotorWeek 's 2009 Driver's Choice Awards. The Mazda6 was praised for its edgy handsome design, communicative steering, and tight suspension. However, as it was designed as a world car in order to fit the needs of Europe and Japan, it was smaller than its North American contemporaries in the midsize segment, being criticized for its reduced passenger space. Its acceleration, particularly

817-550: The European Mazda catalog listed only the "Sport" version of the 146 hp (109 kW) turbodiesel estate, while the "Luxury Sport" version had been dropped. Drivetrain combinations included the Mazda MZR engine in configurations of 1.8 L ( L8-DE ), 2.0 L ( LF-VE ) and 2.3 L ( L3-VE ), initially with a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission (with a sequential-automatic option, dubbed

860-569: The Mazda 6 as released in Australia was available in 2.3L four-cylinder guise only, when the 626 it replaced had been available with a choice of four- or six-cylinder engines. The MZI V6 engine was only fitted to vehicles manufactured at Mazda's Flat Rock Assembly Plant and destined for the U.S. and Canadian domestic markets. Mazda's Hofu Plant in Yamaguchi Prefecture produced the Mazda6 for international markets from February 2002 to August 2007. In North America, Mazda6 production

903-646: The Mazda6 was introduced by FAW Mazda in 2003. Despite the release of its successors, the first generation car, known locally as the Maliu (马六, "Horse 6"), continues to be manufactured at FAW's Changchun plant, having sold over 770,000 units as of 2014. This model is also used as the base for the FAW Benteng , also known as Besturn B70 or Hongqi C301. The 2006 Mazdaspeed6 (known as Mazdaspeed Atenza in Japan and Mazda6 MPS in Europe, South Africa and Australia)

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946-632: The Mazda6 won the 2003 Semperit Irish Car of the Year . The Mazda6 won the 'Best Mid-size Car (over $ 28,000)' title in Australia's Best Cars in 2002 and 2003. It came second in 2004, behind the Subaru Liberty , and fifth in 2005 (the Honda Accord Euro was first in 2005). Wheels magazine also awarded the Mazda6 winner of its Active Safety Program in July 2005. In December 2007 the Mazda6 won

989-628: The Mazdaspeed Atenza was delayed until November. In North America, the Mazdaspeed6 comes in two trim levels; the "Sport" trim with cloth interior and standard key entry and ignition; and the "Grand Touring" trim with leather interior, keyless entry/ignition, and optional DVD navigation. Automatic climate control is standard, as is a 200 W Bose stereo system featuring seven speakers and a 9-inch subwoofer in addition to an in-dash six-disc CD changer . A sunroof with moonroof feature

1032-714: The Touring Car class. In 2009 , they finished 2nd in the manufacturer's championship with 65 points, behind Acura . The Mazda6 has also been used in the KONI Challenge Series Sport Touring class. It was last used in 2008 by the Baglieracing team with Dennis Baglier, Chris Gleason, and Marty Luffy as drivers. The Mazda6 also gives its name to a stock car in the NASCAR Corona Series . The third generation Mazda6 sedan

1075-465: The US. For the 2013 Rolex Sports Car Series the Mazda6 was involved in the short lived Grand-Am GX series. Three cars were used, one racing under the number #70, being driven by Jonathan Bomarito, Marino Franchitti, Tom Long, Sylvain Tremblay, and James Hinchcliff, a VisitFlorida.com sponsored car using the number #00, driven by Tristan Nunez, Spencer Pigot, and Tristan Vautier, and Yojiro Terada, and

1118-487: The V6 engine models, lagged behind that of its rivals as well. The hatchback's liftback /notchback styling was considered a clever design to disguise it as a four-door saloon, as North Americans generally considered trunks more elegant than hatches. The estate had an early demise, but the hatchback was somewhat successful in Canada, especially in Québec, though it would not have a 2009 refresh, as both models were unpopular in

1161-657: The Year award in Japan. Production of the new Demio started in July 1996 (sold as the 121 outside Japan and Europe) used the DW platform . Ford retailed a version in Japan as the Ford Festiva Mini Wagon. In 1997, the Mazda logo was changed to the current logo. The Demio received a horizontal grille in September 1998 for Japanese market. The Demio received a facelift in December 1999 with a revised exterior, redesigned dashboard, cabin air filtration, retuned automatic transmission , and available DSC . The original Demio

1204-403: The engine of this car was made by Mazda . was revised in 2012. The car is optionally powered by a 2.0 litre engine with 108 or a 2.3 litre engine with 120 kW (161 hp; 163 PS) and both engines are sourced from Mazda . For the 2.0 L version, a six-speed manual transmission and a five-speed automatic are available, while the 2.3 L version is automatic only. The facelifted B70 ran on

1247-537: The nameplate was retired in favor of the global moniker in September 2019. Besturn B70#First generation (2006-2014) The Bestune B70 is a mid-size sedan produced by the FAW Group under the brand name Bestune . The first generation B70 was developed with the Ford CD3 platform shared with the Mazda 6, and was produced from 2006 to 2014 with a mid-cycle facelift in 2012. The Second generation B70

1290-432: The previous generation, providing more feedback to the driver. The hatchback model even has a trunk space which beats the larger rival Ford Mondeo and Opel/Vauxhall Insignia (hatchback) by 200 liters with rear seats folded down. This model of the Mazda6 was awarded 2010 Family Car of the Year by What Car? magazine. At the 2010 Geneva Motor Show , Mazda announced their new 2011 Mazda6. The North American version

1333-482: The same recall for spiders against all 2010–2013 Mazda6 vehicles with 2.5 liter engines. Production for North American market would be transferred to Hofu , Japan, when Mazda ceased production at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant . The last Mazda6 rolled off the line at Mazda's Flat Rock Assembly Plant on Friday, August 24, 2012, with Mazda discontinuing production on American soil, effectively ending

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1376-524: The third car was driven under the #25, being driven by Andrew Carbonell, Tom Long, Rhett O’Doski, and Derek Whitis. The car was successful, albeit in a class with few other cars. The class they were driven in was the GX class, intended for cars using alternative fuels or alternative technologies. The class folded after one year, and was not carried onto the 2014 United SportsCar Championship . Mazda Demio The Mazda Demio ( マツダ・デミオ , Matsuda Demio )

1419-675: The top three finalists of the World Car Awards , which it won, while the fourth generation won the 2014–2015 Car of the Year Japan . The first generation Demio was sold as the Ford Festiva Mini Wagon in some markets. When it came to redesigning the sedan-only Revue, Mazda came up with a tall hatchback, minivan-esque package - the Revue, at 1.5 metres (59.1 in), had also been unusually tall. Introduced in

1462-716: Was a finalist in the "2013 World Design of the Year". The Mazda6 was second place in the 2003 European Car of the Year awards and made Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 2003. The Sport Wagon won the Canadian Car of the Year Best New Station Wagon award, while the Sport sedan won the Canadian Car of the Year Best New Family Car award for 2005. The 6 Estate also won What Car?'s Best Estate award in 2004. Also

1505-421: Was detuned to 260 PS (191 kW) as a result of stricter emissions standards. The North American version originally produced 274 hp (204 kW), which was revised to 270 hp (201 kW) for 2007. All models have 280 lb⋅ft (380 N⋅m) of torque. The 2.3 L DISI turbocharged engine features direct fuel injection and conforms to the new Euro 5 emissions standards. All markets received

1548-716: Was handled at the AutoAlliance International plant in Flat Rock, Michigan . The first Mazda6 rolled off the AAI assembly line on October 1, 2002, one month after 626 production ended. There are also satellite plants building Mazda6 models in China and Thailand for local markets. In September 2005, the Mazda6 received a facelift which introduced 5-speed auto and 6-speed manual transmissions, standard 16- or 17-inch alloy wheels, and minor bodywork upgrades. In China,

1591-718: Was launched in Japan as the Mazda Atenza in May 2002. The model lineup consisted of a four-door sedan , a four-door hatchback and a five-door wagon , marketed in North America as the "Sport Sedan", "5-Door" and "Sport Wagon", respectively. In Australia, the lineup was first available in Limited trim, as a sedan; in Classic trim as sedan, hatch or wagon and in Luxury trim as a sedan and liftback — and Luxury Sports trim, as

1634-515: Was preceded by two other small cars based on the platform: the Ford Festiva (designed and built by Mazda for Ford and also sold as the Mazda 121) that was introduced in 1986 and the Revue (sold by Mazda's Autozam marque) introduced in 1990. The name "Demio" is derived from Latin meus to show possession, which in many Romance languages has become "mio." The third generation Demio was among

1677-456: Was produced from 2014 to 2019 and was also built on the same platform as the Mazda 6 with an additional RS performance variant available with a Volkswagen-sourced turbo engine. The third generation B70 was produced from 2020, the first car to be bult on FAW's FMA architecture. The first-generation B70 is technically based on the first generation of the Mazda6 . The car was introduced in 2006 and

1720-493: Was redesigned for the 2009 model year, with the wagon and hatchback versions being dropped there. It is a widened and lengthened version of the model sold elsewhere, with larger engines. Reviewers have noted its coupe-like roofline and sportier style. North American engine choices include a new 2.5-liter 4-cylinder and North American versions get the 3.7-liter V6 which is also available in the Mazda CX-9. Motor Trend recorded

1763-486: Was replaced in 2002. The original DW model was produced in Mazda's Colombia plant as "Mazda Demio" until the end of 2007 when the DE model replaced it. Beginning with the 2002 second generation Demio, export models received "Mazda2" badging. The third generation appeared in early 2007, followed by a fourth generation in September 2014. Mazda continued to call the car Demio in its home market (and some select export markets) until

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1806-413: Was unveiled as a concept car on 15 April 2010. The first generation B70 received a facelift in 2012 significantly changing the design of the front grilles and rear end. An additional 1.8-litre engine with 102 kW was added to the lineup, while the 2.0-litre engine producing 108 kilowatts (145 hp; 147 PS) continues to be available. The 2.0-litre engine is 27 kilograms (60 lb) heavier than

1849-512: Was unveiled during Moscow International Automobile Salon on 29 August 2012, and the station wagon version followed during the 2012 Paris Motor Show in the following month. This generation is available in a 4-door sedan or 5-door station wagon styles only. The design was previewed by both the Takeri concept , unveiled at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show , and the Shinari concept from 2010. The design

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