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    2012 Mazda 6

    The 2012 Mazda 6 is a medium Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $31,450 for the Touring variant and topping out at $43,115 for the Luxury Sports variant.

    There are 4 variants of the Mazda 6 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2011.

    The 2012 Mazda 6 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the Mazda 6 include 2.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (132kW/400Nm) and 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder (125kW/226Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual or 5-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $31,450 - $43,115
    Transmission
    5-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Hatchback, Sedan, or Station Wagon
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    Retail Price
    $31,450 - $43,115
    Transmission
    5-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Hatchback, Sedan, or Station Wagon
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2012 Mazda 6

    Available Variants

    The Mazda 6 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Touring and the most expensive being Diesel Sports.

    2012 Mazda 6

    Reviews

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    Pros

    • Versatile engine
    • Classy inside and out
    • Still flying the wagon flag

    Cons

    • Lagging infotainment tech
    • Thirsty in the city
    • Tight back seat
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    2012 Mazda 6

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    Power to Weight
    82.13 - 87.41 kW/t
    50.07 kW/t
    127.61 kW/t
    Boot Space
    510 - 519 litres
    476 litres
    603 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    5.9 - 8.9 L/100km
    4.9 L/100km
    10.3 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    719 - 1,085 km
    631 km
    1,228 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,500 kg
    1,200 kg
    1,800 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    122 mm
    122 mm
    179 mm
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    2012 Mazda 6

    Historical Information

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    2012 Mazda 6

    Dimensions

    4,735 mm
    1,795 mm
    1,440 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,735 mm
    Overall Width1,795 mm
    Overall Height1,440 mm
    Wheelbase2,725 mm
    Turning Circle11,000 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Mazda 6

    Sales Data

    20241,354Total Sales
    2025852Total Sales
    20261YTD Sales

    Mazda 6 Sales rolling 12-months#

    *Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    2012 Mazda 6

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Mazda 6 is the Touring variant that starts from $31,450.

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    The most expensive Mazda 6 is the Luxury Sports variant that starts from $43,115.

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    The best towing capacity of a Mazda 6 is 1500 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Mazda 6 is the Touring variant which measures 1795mm wide, 4765mm in length and sits 1490mm tall.

    The most powerful variants with 132kW of power and 400nm of torque are the Diesel and Diesel Sports variants.

    The Mazda 6 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.

    The Mazda 6 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.

    # Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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