What are the safety ratings of a Mazda 6?
In both the side barrier and the more severe side pole impacts, protection of all critical body areas was good and the Mazda 6 scored maximum points in these tests. Tests on the front seats and head restraints demonstrated good protection against whiplash injury in the event of a rear-end collision.
Why is my Mazda 6 stalling at junctions?
Thanks for the reply – I’ve also stumbled across those threads when I’ve been looking into this problem. As far as I can tell, suction control valves (scv) seem to only be present on cars with diesel engines though, so might not relevant to my problem as mine’s a petrol.
Why does the Mazda 6 have a raised bonnet?
Sensors in the bumper detect when a pedestrian has been struck and actuators lift the bonnet to provide greater clearance to hard structures in the engine compartment. Mazda showed that the system worked robustly for different pedestrian statures and over a range of speeds, so tests were done with the bonnet in the raised position.
Is there a seatbelt reminder on a Mazda 6?
The Mazda 6 has a seatbelt reminder for the front and rear seats and a speed assistance system which informs the driver of the local speed limit, allowing the driver to set the limiter appropriately.
Where does the Mazda6 get its powertrain from?
Ford also plans to offer a hybrid powertrain on the platform. The official Mazda chassis codes are GG (saloon/hatch) and GY (estate) series – following the 626/Capella in its GF/GW series. Mazda’s Hofu Plant in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan produced the Mazda6 for international markets from February 2002 to August 2007.
Which is the sixth generation of the Mazda6?
The 2003 Mazda6 is essentially the sixth-generation Mazda 626, as the Mazda6 continues on the G platform, progressing from the GF-platform 626/Capella to the GG-platform Mazda6. The first-generation Mazda6 was launched in Japan as the Mazda Atenza in May 2002.
What are the features of a 2007 Mazda 6?
Safety improvements for the 2007 MAZDA 6 include as standard an Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and Traction Control and side airbags with side curtains on all models and trims. ABS helps to cut stopping distances, allowing drivers to steer when braking hard, and to minimize the chance of skids.
Where is the navigation screen on a Mazda6?
Unlike many navigation systems that integrate into the audio head unit, the Mazda6 navigation screen pops up from the instrument panel and is operated with an independent controller placed next to the transmission shift lever.