Updated, Luxurious and WICKED! (2023 Mazda6 Review)

I never thought a car my grandpa would swoon over would be a highlight of my testing career, but here we are...

Today we take a comprehensive look at the update Mazda 6 Wagon and Sedan, a car that has just been made WAY more luxurious, with a price tag that people can actually afford (I know, I'm shocked too!!!). We will see everything new with this facelift, including the new tech and handling characteristics, while giving you all the information you need to know whether you should buy this hot hatch wagon.

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[Slipperystick]

Mazda 6 wagon easily on of the best looking cars, and very underrated

[manhhahlu]

The dial is a muuuuch better option that just straight up touch screen I’m telling you.

[frankw]

I got my new 6 wagon two months ago, and I'm really pleased to have it. Very luxurious, mature car, comfortable and fun to drive. Greetings from Germany!

[claudiadavies]

Oh yes please, that's gorgeous and not an SUV, I love it and the sedan 👏👏👏. Get well soon Matt😊

[Goatman-wlnk]

Wagons drive better, handle better and look better than ghastly SUVs! Would be great to see a comparison review of the VW Passat 206TSI R-Line Wagon 👍👍

[raytonisson]

Just purchased an Atenza wagon in soul crystal red. Running it on 98 Ron which increases power to approx 190kw. Previously owned a VF Calais V8 and haven't noticed a huge amount of difference in power around town given the 6 is also approx 160kg lighter. Optioned with a full size spare and love this car great driving position and feels super luxurious. Great review guys spot on.

[wsptsbm]

I think im the only person that likes the sedan 6 more than the wagon 6.

[joshlicht]

I drive a 2018, 6 soul red turbo 2.2D wagon. I have to say it's the nicest car I've driven. We'll see how it stacks up over time, but for now I'm having a blast... I just returned from a road trip averaging 4.9L to 100k's. Elegant and timeless styling both inside and out.

[WorksOnMyComputer]

It's real wood on the dash and doors on this 20th and the standard Atenza models. The turbo is also only available on two trims, the GT SP and Atenza. The normally aspirated engine is on the two bottom trims, Sport and Touring. Both the Sport and Touring are really well equipped for the money as well. Great review and you got and described the character of this car well.

[Stinger]

Beautiful car. It's perfect in my eyes. I wish they would introduce a new 6 with the new rear-drive platform and inline 6.

[shopwithaaron]

So sad...here in america we never saw the wagon...enjoy guys! TY

[victorramsey]

I have a 2021 Mazda6 Signature sedan. I traded my Nissan truck for it. Best deal I ever made. Mazda was always the "fun" car back in my childhood (1980s), and they are still that plus much more. But still with the old school vibe where it counts: real torque converting transmissions, turbo, simple yet elegant interior (LOVE and they still come with an actual spare tire! Bravo for that alone. But anyway, I live north of Atlanta, GA USA. Up around the GA, NC, TN border there is a road called "Tail Of The Dragon". It ... is ... dangerous ... Google or youtube it. Crazy crazy winding road on a mountain side. My '21 turbo 6 will hang with the big boys (Audi, VW, BMW, etc...) on that road. I've screamed in terror a few times but I stayed in the pack. Well done Mazda!

[abshassan]

I pick mine up tommorrow, i got a dealer used 2022 altenza wagon with same motor, has 6000km on it. for 44k. I was close to getting a used i30 N sedan with 10'000km for $2k more but opted for the Mazda as its a far more sensible and quality vehicle. The interior sold it for me, the i30 N felt cheap; sure its a more fun car but at my age of 40 Years old, i prefer comfort and crusing. plus 170/420nm is plenty of power for me :)

[TalismanPHX]

Wish Mazda offered the 6 as a wagon in the US market. Of course, the 6 sedan has been discontinued here in the States 🇺🇲🇺🇲

[EnShinNoi]

I can get 8 seconds in the non-turbo so it can go quicker. Wheel spin is your enemy!

[RYAN]

Shame we didn’t we the wagon signature in North America

[emptyheadrecords]

PLEASE bring the Mazda 6 back to the USA

[JeremyGeduldt]

CX-8 still in production down under Cx-80 should come down under .

[letsseeif]

Thanks for the review. It's rare that we see wagons in 2023. However I am impressed with this Mazda and only wonder whether it has a Digital Speed read out. Rear seat room is an issue. Get well soon Matt. Jacob buy please him something that helps Matt get better..