Base MSRP Range: $19,110 - $29,925
Base Invoice Range: $17,658 - $27,608
MSRP As Tested: $28,570
Versions: Base, Sport, Touring, MazdaSpeed.
Vehicle Category: Mid-Size Sedan, Wagon and Hatchback
Engine Location: Front Engine
Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive .
Standard Engine: 2.3-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 16-valves, I-4,160 – horsepower at 6000 rpm and 155 lb-ft torque at 4000 rpm.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 5-speed automatic 23/32, 5-speed manual 24/31,.
Transmission: 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual, 5-speed manual.
Optional Engine: 2.3-liter, Turbocharged, Dual Overhead Cam, 16-valves, I-4, 274 – at 5500 rpm and 280 lb-ft torque at 3000 rpm.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 6-speed manual 19/25.
Transmission: 6-speed manual.
Optional Engine: 3.0-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 24-valves, V-6, 215 – horsepower at 6000 rpm and 199 lb-ft torque at 5000 rpm.
Transmission: 6-speed automatic, 5-speed manual.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 6-speed automatic 20/27, 5-speed manual 19/27.
Standard Safety Features: Driver and passenger airbags, "> Anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes, Emergency inside trunk release.
Competition: BMW 5-Series, Cadillac CTS, Dodge Magnum, Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Review to follow.
Ratings (1-10)
- Style: 9
- Performance: 9
- Price: 9
- Handling: 9
- Ride: 9
- Comfort: 8
- Quality: 9
- Overall: 9
More Data
Where Built: USA, Japan
Major Options: Convenience Package, Bose Audio and Moonroof Package, Chrome Appearance Package. 5-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, 6-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, Front side airbags, Navigation system, Remote engine start, Satellite radio, Sunroof wind deflector, Cargo net, Alarm system upgrade, Roof rails, Rear step pad, Sport grille, Rear lip spoiler, Rear wing spoiler, Wheel locks.
Seating: 5.
Number of Rows: 2.
Length in Inches: 186.8 – 187.8
Warranties: 4 years/50,000 miles Bumper to bumper, 5 years/unlimited miles Corrosion protection, 4 years/50,000 miles Roadside assistance.
Weight in Pounds: 3172 lbs. – 3404 lbs.
Cargo Capacity in Pounds: Not available.
Gross Maximum Vehicle Weight in Pounds: 4312 – 4491 lbs.
Towing Capacity in Pounds: Not Available.
Gas Tank Capacity in Gallons: 18.0
Destination Charge: $560
