2013 Mazda6: Price And Features For New Sedan And Wagon

Mazda's all-new Mazda6 midsized sedan and wagon range has arrived in Australia, bringing a sharp new look, improved fuel efficiency, more powerful engines and greatly improved interiors.

Pricing starts at $33,460 for the base model Mazda6 Sport sedan, representing a $1010 increase in the price of entry compared to the previous Mazda6 range.

Balancing the increase is a six-speed automatic across all models, including, finally, diesel variants.

The new 6 - both sedan and wagon - sits on a stretched wheelbase, and is roomier inside as a result.

Curiously, the wagon is slightly shorter than the sedan in both wheelbase and overall length - but nevertheless longer than the model it replaces. Legroom all round is increased, particularly for back seat passengers.

Mechanical Package

While overseas variants get the smaller 2.0 litre SkyActiv-G engine, Australian petrol options will be limited to the larger 2.5 litre petrol mill.

This engine delivers 138kW and 250Nm of torque - 10 percent more power and 11 percent more torque than in the current previous-generation petrol Mazda6.

Fuel consumption for the petrol engine is a claimed 6.6 l/100km in both wagon and sedan.