Mazda 6 Hatchback (2002 - 2007) 2.0 TS2 (147ps) 5d (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Smart and executive. Understated and quietly efficient, and very reliable.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Smart, high build quality, drive, handling, interior space, No fuss, but does what a practical and comfortable medium- to long-distance motorway cruiser is required to. Discrete styling is a wise aspect, as Mazda's don't incite envy/resentment!).
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, if still needed a larger/cruiser sized car. Probably upgrade to latter (Mark II) 2007 onwards model.
What are you likely to buy next?
Depends on requirements. Will keep this vehicle for a few more years, as no need to change yet. Otherwise, eco-vehicle next time around..?
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,000
When did you buy the car?
August 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes. Low mileage. Dealer/Mazda 12 month package.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Very good reviews (trade and mainstream), familiar which manufacturer, local dealer scheme.
What was the dealer like?
Very professional. HAd bought new vehicle there some years previously.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very responsive. Steering brakes and handling very good and intuitive. This, the 2 litre version not too over-powered.
What's it like to park?
Prettty good for the size (executive/large); visibility good in this regard.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing, apart from one sheared RH drive shaft (may have been previous wear/incident, which eventually gave way).
What's most practical about your car?
Driver comfort and position. Passenger space and comfort / ride. Boot / hatchback space very generous. Easy to park for such a large vehicle.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
N/a. Sole complaint is the headlights! Whereas high-beam and parking lights are fine, the normal (dipped) driving lights fittings/outputs are small, dull and gloomy even with bulb upgrade (fitting/reflector?better on e.g. old Mazda 626).
