2009 Mazda6: Ready for the Clash of the Titans? (from TheCarConnection)
... We drove each powertrain and liked them all. The 2.5-liter/six-speed package is good enough to make you want to drive a manual transmission car again (or for the first time). Mazda expects that about 12 percent of those selecting the four-cylinder will go with the manual. The other 88 percent don't know what they're missing. This combination feels light and lively while maintaining a civilized ride.
With the big six (the 3.7-liter is the largest V-6 available among the Mazda6's competitors) performance was certainly zoom-zoomier than with the four-cylinder. The 272 horsepower comes on strong. With the 18-inch wheels and tires that are standard on the Grand Touring trim level, handling is sharp for a mainstream sedan. The improved braking system burned off speed smoothly and with great pedal feel.
Styling inside and out highlight Mazda's more aggressive driving personality. The boldly contoured front fenders tastefully draw attention to the 6’s wider stance. The whole shape is aerodynamically smooth, with a Cd of only 0.27—well ahead of the current Toyota Camry at 0.29.
Inside, the cockpit is also sporty with hooded gauges and top-flight materials. The exterior's expanded dimensions pay big benefits inside, as the 2009 Mazda6 is now on par size-wise with all of its competitors. The new sedan's trunk is the largest in the class at 16.6 cubic feet, and when the rear seats are both folded, the practical cargo room expands dramatically. ...
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