Car and Driver
Say goodbye to the original, undersized Mazda 6 design that debuted in 2003. This new, bulked-up model takes direct aim at drivers 50 and older, who want “competence rather than passion.” The 170-hp, five-speed automatic gets 30 mpg on the highway, and standards include side air bags, side curtains, stability and traction control, and anti-lock brakes. Options can push the price to $28,500.
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