Mazda Xedos 6 (1992-)
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    BMW 3-Series beater for less cash.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good fuel economy for performance. High reliability keeps running costs low.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Smooth over rough roads, corners well, engine is a sonic dream and fantastic swift gear change.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    For a 2-litre engine, it takes a lot of beating.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    100k miles, one set of plug leads and one exhaust!

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Many thinks it's a Jag. Surprised to find it's not British.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sporty ride rather than high comfort. A bit crapmed in the back, so I have been told!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Desirable car without an alarm? Good locks and immobiliser. No one knicked mine, I suppose.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    One local dealer excelent, the other really poor.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    One set of plug leads in 100k miles.

    Other

    Exhaust failure at 58,000 miles, replaced free under warranty.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes