Mazda 6 Estate (2012 - 2023) 2.2d (175bhp) Sport Nav 5d Owner Review

I was looking for a reliable and fast premium estate and was recommended the Mazda 6, having previously owned an Audi A4. It was a little bit cheaper than a replacement A4 (I prefer manual transmission and all A6s are automatic) and to my mind, doesn't come with the negstive stigma associated with BMWs and Mercs. I've been nothing but happy with it ever since. The Sport Nax+ (175bhps) is faster than both the diesel BMW 3-series and A4, the quality is better and the driving experience definitely surpasses the A4 (which used to float around corners like a boat at sea). It has all round parking sensors, heads-up display and Bose surround sound speakers as standard, loads of boot space and after 80,000 miles, has required little maintenance. Best of all, it tops the N-Cap ratings for safety which is essential when you have kids in the back. All in all an under-appreciated car which punches far above its weight, especially when compared to the bland german alternatives.