Mazda 6 is now the best car in the class but there's a fuel tank problem
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- Опубліковано 28 тра 2024
- My new favourite car on the market today, the Mazda 6 manages to be a very cool car while still being useful for everyday life. There's a problem with the fuel tank, it's tiny and it's down the add-blue system robbing space, I explain at the end of the video.
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Mazda are simply one manufacturer that is completely on top of their game just now! Can't wait for the new 3.
I'm looking forward to the 3 as well
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If they can get the X technology to work in the real world, it could be a true game changer!
@WAYWANDER Nowadays you rarely see that kind of low quality metal and lack of rust protection like in older Japanese cars. Mazda was never as bad as say Nissan or Mitsubishi though..
Give it 3 years before rust starts seeping from behind the badges and 5 years until the wheel wells are gone.
@@poopsmcgee2k6 kept previous generation for 7 years and not a grain of rust anywhere unusual just like any other good car in the market. so don't pay heed to the market hearsay.
Fuel Tank Problem explained at 7:12
800 is pretty ok
#NotAllHeroesWearCapes 👍
Hero!
@@martinstanek9711 There are cheaper saloon cars with bigger fuel tanks. 800km seems a little under average, but shouldn't be a problem. (I would like to see 1000km out a full tank)
@@jmandameloya i get, driving highway, about 1,000 kilometers from a 50 liter tank in Diesel Peugeot.
This new Mazda 6 looks stunning... I love design of Mazda 6. My dream car. Thank you for sharing
It's a fine looking machine
Bob, do you know that the touchscreen in all Mazda cars with MZD connect (since 2014) becomes disabled when driving. Mazda want you to only use the rotary controller when on the move. This makes perfect sense from a safety point of view. The screen is only touchscreen when stationary. So after all the touchscreen is not weird. It's a pity you didn't get the top spec, the platinum+. It's definitely on par with a 3-series or a c-class if not better, only difference being it will be reliable! Love the video. Long live Mazda!
Touchscreen is far safer for changing carplay stuff, it's designed to be used as a touchscreen. I do understand that the Mazda interface is clunky so touchscreen is a bit mushy. People will click things and do stuff while driving, being forced to pull over to acheve this is just frustrating. Still a great car, I would still buy.
I have a 2015 Mazda 6 GT and in my particular example the touchscreen works all the time, it doesn't matter if I'm doing 4/100mph whenever I touch the screen it responds, so I'm guessing mine came with a glitch are something that allows this to happen, but either way I prefer it been a touchscreen all the time.
I still find myself using the rotary wheel even when the car is stationary. Or just talk to the car!
Safety feature can be turned off via coding for infotainment and touchscreen will be available while driving.
@@BobFlavinVideo as an user of the mzd connect, I find it easier using the buttons that's why my screen has no fingerprints at all.
I love the fuel economy bit at the end, brilliant video and great music!
Great review, Bob. I had a 2.0 Mazda 6 Sport Nav a few years ago. Brilliant to drive, great gearbox as you say, but 2 key problems (1) the 19" alloys loved being kerbed and (2) at 70mph you had to shout to make yourself heard, which was very wearing. I'm pleased that this latest version seems to include improved sound proofing, that would make all the difference.
I first came across you with your in my opinion fantastic review of the Vw CC.. once again another brilliant review with this Mazda 6.. very impressed.. new subscriber 👌🏻
I love my red Mazda 6, I love how agile it is, you can really floor it and drive it rough, you can feel it’s made for that. I like how people also comment on how beautiful it is in the outside while it assimilates a bmw on the inside. It is true, I find myself stopping at gas stations more than I’d like, and the small fuel tank explains it. If you buy it red, it hurts like hell every time I find a pebble marks on the hood because I know there is no sealer that will match it ( 8 layers of paint)... and also, you are inclined to wash this car by hand. Needy car! That you fall in love with the moment you see it!
Its the poor mans BMW.
My family had a couple of BMWs, Ilived in Germany 7 years.... don't see what all the fuss is all about, I'm happy with my poor man's car :) @@stevensteven3417
Bob, in your C4 aircross video I called you a legend and now I have to think of another label for you. I never knew google maps had been added to CarPlay until watching your video! iOS updated, car play now sat on my Audi screen! Love google maps, what took them so long?! Bob you are The Man!
I love my 2018 Mazda 3 GT! It’s beautiful inside and out! I have all the same features this car has- it’s so nice!
it is touchscreen only when the car is stationary. while driving you have to use the knob down by the shift lever
And a cd player! Yes may of us still like to have that...
Mazda make fantastic cars these days
This one is great
Bob Flavin I prefur it to the mondeo which is unfortunate as I used to love the mondeo
Only these days ?
what about Protege 323 ?
Tarek -kh most cars have there bad times like vaxahll always used to be fantastic but now they are horrendous as are alot of companies and vice versa
After having had several company 320d’s, I’ve just had a new Mazda 6 Sport Nav+ 2.2D Tourer. Put simply, it pisses all over the Beamers. Best car I’ve driven.
I’m stillhere I’ve gone the other way and the new 3 Series bears the 6. Except on space
I like the background noise Bob, very AMSR, I like what you did there.
Music is always a problem but the drone of the sounds suit these kind of videos. Cheers for watching!
I thought my tinnitus had gone to a new level !
Forget about getting those overpriced Lexus or BMWs. Just get a Mazda 6 or the new Nissan Altima. Those cars may not be the finest out there but these cars are oozing with style and features that they would've been luxury cars just a few years ago. How much luxury do you need to be contented anyway??
Another great review Bob. I've been drawn to these 6's on Autotrader the last few months myself, they do look to have the quality that can compete with the Germans these days and this review has certainly upped my interest, the CX5's look OK aswell.. Guess I'l have to drive one.
Backgroud music is great. Gives the video a special feeling.
Cheers fella
Nice little follow up tacked on at the end. Great review, i really like the look of these cars.
It took a huge amount of digging to find the siz of the actual diesel tank and add blue, I don't know why it isn't clearly in the manual.
Bob Flavin the general rule: if its not clearly displayed then they are trying to hide it. Id guess embarrassed because its well below the industry standard in that segment.
Great review and I've really got my eye on the estate version.would opt for the auto box and I'm so surprised how good the sound insulation is you don't even need to raise your voice.If you could review the estate GT sport nav + that'll be great.
You' ve mentioned Romania, my home country, and Mazda, my favourite brand :D Currently on a 2009 C180 estate. Gonna pick one of these in 2 years, 50k miles and 1 owner with full service history:D
I was in your country testing the MX5, lovely place with some very friendly people. I'm hoping to go back sometime in the future.
Bob Flavin Glad you ve enjoyed it:D I have plenty colleagues at work and friends from Ireland( they are studying nursing like me, in London) and I love their openess, friendliness and sense of humour:D I just need to visit Ireland, at some point... Good luck with future reviews. I really enjoy your channel that has been recomended by a close friend.
Let me see if I got this straight: in 2 years from now, you're gonna buy a Mazda 6. Am I correct until here? And you know that it will have had 1 owner and the exact number of miles the car will have done is 50k. Damn, you're good at planning your life. I can't even plan for a haircut with more than 1 week in advance
Good Review, I want one in the Estate model
The estate looks so much nicer to me and ive always owned estates.i keep coming back to this car and I'm a 2 time avid Volvo owner.i think it could be time for a change and at the moment this is my first choice.great review.
Great review Bob. I had the last generation Mazda 6 1.8 petrol, I really miss that car. A real drivers car in my opinion. What is the petrol version like by comparison?
Tank you very much for great review ! What are the wheels' size ? Seems to be 19" ? Thanks in advance and keep on !
Bob, the infotainment system works as a touchscreen only when you are stationary. It's a safety thing. You can operate it only by the wheel and buttons while you're driving. Very nice review. Good job Mazda! Looking at their efforts to bring really good cars on the market I can only appreciate the encouragement offered by this kind of review.
Mazda diesels seem to be a very mixed bag with catastrophic failure more common than it should be.
I have the pre-facelift 2.2 Skyactiv-D 175hp manual and just did 4.6l/100km on 1000km trip. Granted mine actually has 62 liters (no ad blue). But 1100km is easily possible. Funny is that gauge shows it's empty when there is actually still 10liters available (some safety feature)
Hey. Please answer me. Im about to buy a 2015 one with the 2.2d Sport Nav and estate with 140k miles and one owner( company owned). Im scared of the reviews about this engine and how costly can go in repairs and also other issues going on with this model. Im about buying it tommorow and on finance. What do you think?
What do you think in comparison with the pegeout 508?
Hi bob. I used to have one as a company car not coming near the end of the lease term it was starting to give engine problems. Seems to be very very common with the 2.2 diesel all kinds of problems with fuel in the engine oil etc.
Is this is the case because it’s hugely disappointing for such a new car
Wow lots of new viewers on this one, be sure to watch to the end there's a jump into the future! Cheers people
It will be the trousers
I wish my trousers were that attractive!
The Audi MMI system is far from clunky. BMW’s idrive is very similar and is the best infotainment in the business, speaking from personal experience. Touch screens are slow too respond, and make you take your eyes off the wheel. More dangerous IMO. Love the Mazda 6 though....cracking bit of design.
Had a BMW 5. Crashed it in september. Loved that car. Bought a 2018 Mazda 6. Loving it !!!!! Not thinking about my 5 series anymore. OK, some things like the entertainment system could be a lot better, but the Bose sound system makes up for all that. Has double the options compared to my 5 series. And cost me half what I paid for the 5 series .
Great review Bob. Mazda 6, excellent car, but... is it any better with ATM transmission???
Holy cow I’ve recently learned what saloon meant and now I have heard it about 10 times today. Lol
So lovely i cant wait to get my mazda6
Bob, not sure how you tested the millage. Mine on the full tank twice already was in a region of 60+mpg. I do 60 miles round trip to work (majority motorway). On full tank 706 miles before tanking (1130 km) and the last time is cost £69. This at £1.30 per l gives 53l and ca 4.7 l/100 km. Skyactive diesel 150BHP.
The heater controls are way too low down. The big slab of leather above the heater controls looks awkward... Great video as always Bob..
Great review bob! Mazda 6 looks like a great contender against some of the German rivals, solid build quality , sporty feel & Japanese reliability not to mention how sleek it looks! Think I would rather the Mazda 6 to an A4 , insignia or a skoda Octavia. Any idea if that minuscule touch screen comes in bigger sizes? How did you find the leather seats on your trip to galway ,firm or soft? ( I always find the new insignia has a brilliant cabin and such a great drive but the seats are way too firm).
Mazda 6 has aged well in my opinion. Makes me wonder if it would have sold well even more if they had a hatchback version. But I guess the Estate makes up for this if you want more practicality.
Mazda 3 has a hatchback version
What's having a 10L Adblue tank got to do with a 62L fuel tank?
Bob you should have something to clip the cap into on the inside of the flap. Looks a bit slack to let it clang against the paintwork... (Oops! Saw Eamonn’s comment just after posting. Ah well never mind. I’ll leave it anyway.)
while driving, the control knob for the satnavis much easier to use than touchscreen. and no mucky fingerprints
Mazda, I'm on my 3rd, and Volvo are doing it up right! German sedans are getting boring, and they stay in the shop. My 6 just hit 120,000 miles. I just replaced the front brakes, spark plugs, serpentine and did a transmission service at 80k. It's been a gas and oil car for the most part. Oem battery lasted 8 years. I'm on my third set of tires. I doubt this car will have any issues going past 200k miles. It still runs tight.
When using Apple CarPlay did the display look sharp or was it fairly pixelated?
Mine has sharp pixels
Mazda 6 are one of those cars that look nice from some angles but not others. I think you should try and introduce/incorporate night drives into your reviews Bob. Especially for cars like this where most people that will be buying will probably spend a lot of time on the road day/night. That's where creature comforts come to life.
The Mazda 6 is a special car . . . definitely worth a look. Saloons are not the 'talk of the town' anymore, but the good ones are far more 'mature' than the upstart crossovers on every corner. Mazda's attention to detail is astonishing at their price point. Great review, Bob . . . see you at the gas station!
Cheers JM!
What diesel engine brand does Mazda use for the EU models, Mazda or Peugeot? Thanks.
Mazda own engine. And they’re very poorly regarded
It’s been 3 years since I bought the 2018 Mazda 6 gt reserve and gave me 0 problem.
I think this fuel tank problem you describe is not a problem but just an opinion. I think the tank size is perfectly fine. Hell it can go 450+ miles on a tank. More than enough to go on road trips.
Just wish i can retro fit the 2019 Mazda 6 power folding mirror . If I would’ve known the next year would’ve got it I would’ve happily waited to purchase the 2019
Model
Ok
So there is no problem with this Mazda
Thanx for the info 😁
In terms of comfort and refinement how does it compare to a C Class??
Where do you live that you need a tank to last a 1000km ?
Mazda are making some great cars and some great interiors. Love the cream leather. Well done Mazda!
Why is the front overhang so long?
Great review Bob. So its a really quiet motorway car? Quiet as a 5 series or E-Class?
As quite as the E-Class and that's the quietest in the segment with double glazing. Just watch those wheels and tyre choices, massive noise difference
I have the same complaint about my Mazda3 (US model, petrol 2.5L). The low fuel warning light turns on after about 260 miles of driving on average. I typically get around 28-29 mpg, which I am satisfied with, but the range is disappointing.
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I agree with him about the fuel tanks. Mazda needs to put bigger ones in almost all of its cars. I have a 2016 CX5 and barely get to 300 miles before needing gas. That's not bad but the new one isn't rated as high and you can get the 2.5t engine now so the range in those with AWD has to be like 250??? not good.
The Digital Speedometer is not available in Ireland?
Strange because the UK-spec cars have them. Heck, even our Philippine-spec Signature trim has it as well.
Sadly most sales will be the cx3 or cx5 (even if they are good suvs). Love to see a coupe. I'd head hunt the lead designer in an instant. Skyactive is essentially lightweighting and some engine work (like Honda were once the king). Makes Passat look like an eastern Europe knock off
Spot on!
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Did you enjoy trip in Romania ???.
I recently changed to a turbo petrol after decades of turbo diesels and I really miss that effortless torque.
Mark McMarkface, what you shouldn’t miss, getting passed on the highway.
Mazdas interface stops working as a touch screen when the car is in movement. The point of this is for the driver to only use the console knob because it's safer to manipulate the settings this way than be reaching the screen to change anything.
Completely unrelated with wltp phevs they get lower co2 if they make the fuel tank smaller as it's calculated using the proportion of pure electric to ice range.
Along with the space needed for batteries and other electric stuff it means a 330e has a 41l fuel tank Vs 60 in the 320i. Smaller fuel tanks are going to become the norm.
Conor Nugent I also wonder if it is trying to prepare us for the lower range we'll get with BEVs?
There's some specmanship going on for sure outside of this anyway as weights are usually calculated with 90% fuel load. Becomes a big thing with motorcycles where weight is an important factor into the bike's usability. Bottom line, though specs may "improve" we're getting a less usable product.
Like what your your saying Bob. BTW why no seat belt?
Oh Bob, why oh why don't you put the fuel filler cap into the holder on the fuel filler door! Just because it's a press car?? If you love cars you wouldn't do this!!
Bold Bob, I'll stand in the corner now.
Bob Flavin 😂😂
I agree,not only dont you do it you let the cap slap off the paint work.reminds me of some ppl who thing a car door needs an unmerciful bang to close it,like there closing a barn door in which some were rared. I'm sure Bob,being a car reviewer owns and drives one hell of a car.Sorry Bob your too rough on cars even if there not yours.
I physically groaned when I saw that fuel cap slapping against the paintwork. Use the holder!
Do you really need to run 1000km on one full tank? I did a few trips around Europe and had to stop every few hundred km just to stretch out. You can as well just do it at petrol station.
Marek Szwej my Mondeo does 1100km to a tank. I fill it up once a month! It's awesome.
Seriously, unless you’re being chased or it’s the zombie apocalypse I’m fine with 450 miles on a tank lol
What colour it is??
Cripes, I'm moving to Europe. You can get a CD player in the Mazda 6 AND you can get a wagon! Stupid North American markets don't get a wagon, and it's such a shame.
Wagons are gay. Nobody wants them.
@@Davido50 Thanks for that ever-so-educated comment.
Thought the Mazda diesel didn't need adblue?
The ominous background music....doesn't work with the somewhat upbeat reviewer...yet strangely intriguing. I expected a jump scare to happen somewhere in the video.
Love Mazda cars!!
That is not an abnormally small fuel tank for that sized car. Its really not. Its larger than an Accord's for example.
What is an add blue tank?
Mazda gearbox is a joy to use, i own mazda 2 2009,and bmw f30 2012 that mazda gearbox is sweet sleek mechanical i chnage gears for fun.😎😎shame i can't say the same about the bmw gearbox.
Please review the new Mazda 3 asap!
I wish they still made a manual trans car for here in the states.
They used to sell Mazda 6 with a hatchback style opening just like Octavia or Arteon or A5 but they removed it from these models. Such a big mistake. The saloon style boot is such a unpractical way to be able to load i don't even know why they are still doing it. This car probably would have be the winner for me but the boot opening style and the non turbo petrol engines was a killer unfortunately so picked something else instead. Nice review tho.
Is this a ford fusion/mondeo with different badge ?
Noooo
#BRINGBACKKNOBS (y)
I now have a teeshirt with that written on it in Teespring. I want it on my gravestone
@@BobFlavinVideo Could be misinterpreted as an attempt at resurrection :D
Buying a new diesel is like buying a cassette tape.
Well said,but they still buy them all the while.Diesel was always slow and agricultural and still is.
More like Vinyls. My Mazda diesel makes 30 km/l at 100 km/h. Traveling a lot, it makes perfect sense.
You might not be far off the truth
Diesel is the best for a commuter, short distance and around town it’s okey for hybrid / electric car.
You've been clearly brainwashed. The latest diesels are very refined, economical and powerful. Check out the BMW M550d with 400hp, for instance. They are generally more reliable than petrol powered cars too. As an everyday proposition, a diesel car still makes the most sense.
Liking these more detailed videos and the real world fuel economy feedback is good 👍. When you say best in class, are you including the Superb in that class and how would you rate it against the Superb?
Yes I'm including all cars in the class. Skoda have a far better infotainment system but Mazda have it everywhere else
Bob Flavin That’s interesting Bob. The Skoda infotainment system is only okay in my opinion but I always consider the Superb to be a slightly higher class. Mazda must have really upped their game.
Bob my dear fellow,any word of testing the karoq 1.0 litre? Great review as always
@@BobFlavinVideo Best in its class my ass, the new 3 series owns this car.
And how Romania you like it???.
Almost went for a 6, it's issue for me is its not a hatch. If it was, it would be perfect. Also its priced quite well, however, options add up quick.
It's one of the prettiest salloons on offer.
I love the looks of this one, it became my car over the week
Bob Flavin so did you buy this actual car ?
They are making a wagon though
@@kingremi6580 the wagon, or estate, has been out for years. Its not bad. But nothing special. I think the shape of this is quite special, but sadly as its not a hatch it's not for me.
It's sad that it's a 40k pound car in the UK while it's a 23k dollars (starting price) car in the US. It's also sad that you can't pay at the pump.
I think the presenter took his wife's jeans by mistake.
I was saying the same damn thing. LMAO
Not by mistake
@@stevensteven3417 Oh no! That's even worse. ;-)
3:36
one serious problem with these is the lack of spare wheel. Not even the space saver
These cursed grammarly ads. I don't know about you but I learned English at school..very well.
Grammerly is great, it's just an advanced spell checker. I use it in browsers all the time.
Why would you need to go over 800km without refueling?
I like this guy 👍
I like you too
Shame the engines blow up.
I'm just so sad they are going up to premium class.. I love my mazda!!
What class is mazda 6 the best ?
Grand Touring...i bought mine at 31k
@@tamarastone141 yea sure whatever makes you sleep better at night.
Midsize car of course
@@stevensteven3417 soo what does that mean?!! Can u ELABORATE on such a vague child like response??
Top of the range ddiesel manuel or petrol auto
Which color is this?
Machine Grey.
Am a Toyota fan but Mazda on its interior i ♥️
Why do you keep going on and on about Adblu? Neither the Mazda 3, 6 and CX-5 that I own with the 2.2D engine require Adblu...!
4:35
The what tank?!
Since when did germany make mazdas?!
Mazda 6 sport nav - my one too drinks like a pisshead in a pub - and its not a ad blue.
Our 2017 Ford Focus 1.5TDCI easily manages 1000km to empty, nearing 1100km. The Mazda is a stunning car
Smaller car so more economical and does the Ford use adblue (it's probably gaming the emissions test otherwise)
Our Mercedes ML 280 CDI (with chiptuning) does 1200km but it also has a 100l tank
Ford is terrific carmaker & saved Mazda from extinction a decade ago !
In northwales, deisel is now 10pence more expensive per liter than petrol.
The UK has been very pricey for years now, it's not going to get any better with the way Sterling is headed.
@@BobFlavinVideo you're correct. Ad soon as thd fallout from VAG deisel settled and the London deisel tax came in, I said to the Mrs deisel is going to rise quicker than petrol.
As that time we was looking to replace our gtc with a deisel estate, we swapped out plans to a petrol estate as I doubt a 2l deisel will be worth a penny in 5 years time. (though one would be a great buy second hand in 5 years time if your keeping until its death) .
As it happens we pick up our new petrol car, fist in 15 years, on tuesday. Leon ST FR 190 DSG. So happy about that atm.
About 10 cent cheaper per litre here in Ireland. But that will change.
@@stephendoherty8291 I was in France in the summer and diesel has rokeded in price from aroumd 95pence to about 1.30 a liter. Added a fair whack on our yearly 4000mile holiday. Spain was a little cheaper but still shot up.
Here in the uk it was always cheaper than petrol untill about 10 years ago, where its always been 1 pence more than petrol, but over the last two months its been claiming and claiming.
I expected an LP player at the back.
Better than superb??
There is no hatchback version of the 3rd gen Mazda 6.....