Mazda 6 Hatchback (2002 - 2007) 2.0 Katano 5d (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Must be going Japanese - replaced a thirteen-year old Mitsubishi.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They don't notice it. It's a dad's car really, not a boy racer's.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, I'd buy the new Sport version!

What are you likely to buy next?

Looking at possibly going mad on a Jaguar XF, I just need to save up or empty the wife's purse.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£14,000

When did you buy the car?

June 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Ex-demo with only about 1,000 miles on the clock yet just the spec we were after.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Great space for carting the family around.

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly and accommodating on price!

What's it like to drive?

Drives responsively for a mix of driving. Around town the petrol consumption is average (31mpg) but stellar on the motorway (40 plus), even when laden and whizzing.

What's it like to park?

Rear sighting can be tricky, and it always seems a foot longer when I park side on.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing major in over six years. The usual light bulbs and tyres, plus a regular service with the dealer has given me care-free driving. A fuse went on the windows and had to be replaced - serious!

What's most practical about your car?

Really great load-lugger (massive boot) and drives really well on those long motorway rides.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

A great heater for early on those cold mornings.