Mazda 6

The Mazda 6 is a mid-size car produced by the Japanese car manufacturer since 2002. Mazda has sold over one million units since it introduced the car, making it the fastest-selling Mazda to hit that milestone. When you choose this as your Manhattan car rental, you will find that it exhibits the company's philosophy of Stylish, Insightful, and Spirited.

The first generation

When you choose the Mazda 6 as your Manhattan rental car, you will find that the first generation, which was produced from 2002-2008, was a four-door sedan, five-door liftback, or five-door station wagon. In North America, it was sold as a 2003 model in the United States. The drivetrain combinations include the Mazda MZR engine in configurations of 1.8 L (L8-DE), 2.0 L (LF-VE) and 2.3 L (L3-VE). It was offered in a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. In 2006, there was a high-performance version of the Mazda 6 as well. This is the Mazdaspeed 6, which features a turbocharged version of the 2.3 L MZR I4, which produces 272 PS with 274 hp and 280 lb b ft of torque. The engine features a direct fuel injection and conforms to the new Euro 5 emissions standards.

The new Mazda 6

When you choose the Mazda 6 as your rental car Manhattan, you will find the second generation made its debut at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show. It is based on the Mazda GH chassis platform. There are three body styles, including a 4-door saloon (sedan), 5-door hatchback, and wagon. It has electrically assisted steering which provides feedback to the driver. The hatchback version has more truck space than the rival Ford hatchbacks. The 2010 Mazda 6 was awarded Family Car of the Year by What Car? Magazine. In 2009, the North American version was redesigned. It was widened and lengthened from the version sold elsewhere in the world. It has a more coupe-like roofline and sportier style. There are two choices of engine: the 2.5 L 4-cylander or the 3.7 L V6. For 2011, there was a facelift that was revealed at the Geneva Motor Show. It has new headlights, foglights, and 17 inch alloy wheels. Inside, there are new cloth seat materials, a new steering wheel, door armrests, and a rearview camera when you choose this as your rental car Manhattan.

What to expect

When you choose this as your Manhattan car rental, you will find the exterior of the car has dynamic styling. Mazda is obsessed with performance, but also seeks to make the car elegant. The Mazda 6 has a distinctive RX-8-inspired front fender with flowing character lines that are enticing and sporty. They come with 17- or 18- inch alloy wheels and a chrome dual exhaust. There is plenty of storage in the Mazda 6, which allows you to take a family of up to 5 people on vacation when you choose this car. They feature a center consol where you can plug in your MP3 player. There are extra-large cup holders and a fold down rear center arm rest with two cup holders. The truck has 16.6 cubic feet of storage space.

Racing

When you choose this as your car rental Manhattan, you may be interested to know that in 2009, the Touring car class finished 2nd in the manufacturer's championship with 65 points, behind the Acura. In 2007, Mazda won its first manufacturers championship class.

When you choose the Mazda 6 as your Manhattan car rental, you will find this is a comfortable and roomy car that you can explore the city with. Performance and safety are a priority with this car.