Took a leap of faith purchasing our 2012 Mazda 6 Diesel wagon and i must say after nearly a year we are very very happy with it. I cant recommend this car enough to people. 5 litres per hundred highway cycle and mid to high sixes around town. Great power and torque, very comfortable and easy to drive, not too big or small. Out of the cars we have owned in our life this rates the highest.
Diesel Fuel Economy, Torque, Power, Manual, Great size for family, comfortable, price
Factory tyres are horrible, baby seat bolt point on the roof for the middle back seat

We bought this new in 2009 as we had outgrown our Subaru Impreza. I was hoping for a Subaru Liberty but my wife preferred the Mazda. I'm glad I listened for once as this car has been so good that I have only one regret. The sparkling black paintwork is a nightmare to maintain.
The grip and handling for a 4cyl family car is unbelievable. The auto works well but motor needs more low to mid range torque. The servicing costs are half of what we were paying and fuel consumption is great compared to the Subaru which wasn't a turbo model.
For a family with 2 children, this car is safe, well made and has all the room we need.
Quality, luggage space
Road noise. Cost of replacement tyres ($1200+ for proper tyres)

Have been a Toyota owner for a long time but this is the 2nd Mazda I have bought and absolutely love it. It comes with absolutely all the extras you need and is extremely economical. Drives really well and certainly is not lacking on power. Really glad I decided to buy!
Good quality and great ride.
Boot space a bit small but not a major problem.

This was my first new car purchase and my first Mazda.
I am impressed.
This was to replace a previous manual transmission wagon and was looking for a replacement (there are not many options).
The turbo diesel has great power and just pulls up hills with amazing ease. You don't feel like you are driving a diesel.
Had it a year now and am getting 5.9L/100Km - Saving a stack on fuel compared to previous V6 1997 model car.
Great to drive and just and enjoyable car.
Dash position with respect to steering wheel (ie. to have steering wheel and seat at comfortable position then dash is a bit obstructed)

Before the arrival of our baby we moved to a 2 car household, my husband took my Mercedes and I got a stationwagon!! We purchased the Touring wagon and it iis just fantastic, the quality of finish and drive is as good as the Merc. For a big car it doesn't feel bulky, we live in the inner city and it's easy to get around in. Love it!
Feels like a small car but has so much space, great drive quality, high quality interior.

This is a fine car and would suit everyone from singles to larger groups,is easy to drive and park in the shopping centre and equally at home on a longer trip, If you find the ride too harsh replace the tyres with a quality touring tyre like a Toyo Teo and enjoy it even more,highly recommended
Good steering and handling,quality of finish inside and out,good motor and automatic combination,allround driving ease and enjoyment,good economy and value for money
Ride can be over harsh on anything other than perfect roads, I have some doubt about the durability of the seat cloth material,headlights on high beam could be better

Reliable, fun to drive, reasonably frugal, built beautifully. Feels very individual, not like other cars in the same class. The stereo is brilliant like nothing you get in a car standard. Jack for a iPod. The seats, fittings and materials all have a feel of quality.
Reliable, very zippy, neutral handling, everything is where it,s suppose to be, great sound system.
The satnav is not intuitive

i brought my mazda 2 years ago and am usually looking for a new car every year but can honestly say i havnt done that since i got my mazda 6, i love it and my husband had the bt50 ute and he raved bout it too
looks great inside and out very fuel efficient
none, must just be lucky as have had no dramas with mazda

Given the chance to drive this car at work, I have to say I am indeed impress by the workmanship and quality of the Mazda 6. The car itself handles very well and ride feels very smooth. Also being a hatch back doesn't mean it is small, it felt pretty spacious and had a lot of room front and rear. I wasnt used to the airconditioning as is by clicking of buttons oppose to turning knobs. The warning indications are pretty straight forward and the car is very nice with the new headlights.
Excellent handling and feel for the steering
none, maybe a little pricey compared to other brands.