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2. The 2014 Mazda6 is proof positive of two things: that Mazda
can scale its 'zoom-zoom' personality up into a mid-size car,
and that the company's core SkyActiv initiative—aimed at
keeping cars lean and frugal yet engaging to drive—works.
The outgoing 6 was an often-overlooked model that we've
consistently rated one of the most enjoyable to drive models
in its class. As for the current model, it's now one of the bestdriving mid-size sedans, wrapped in a far more charming,
almost sexy exterior.

5. From the new corporate grille and front end (more of a
refined, masculine face than the clownish smile of some other
recent models), to the rippled, muscular-looking front fender
lines, the arched roofline, and the smooth, surprisingly refined tail
and rear lights, the 2014is just gorgeous. Pacing around at 360
degrees, it's impossible to find an awkward angle on this car. The
proportions are the best they get in this class, and it's a knockout.
Open the driver's door, and what you get is a little farther from
fantasy. The Mazda 6 interior isn't going to flat-out seduce you the
way the exterior does, but it's neat and quite attractive, with
tastefully coordinated materials, just enough brightwork, and trims
that place just enough soft-touch surfaces in the places where
hands are likely to go.

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8. Again perhaps at odds with the sexy sheetmetal, the Mazda 6 has a rather
simple powertrain lineup; it's powered by a new 2.5-liter 'SkyActiv' in-line
four-cylinder engine, fitted with direct injection, variable valve control,
and a very high 13:1 compression ratio (unleaded gas is just fine)—
altogether making 184 horsepower and 185 pound-feet of torque, and
good for up to 38 mpg on the highway. All versions have front-wheel
drive, and the engine is fitted to two all-new transmissions: a six-speed
manual, or a six-speed automatic. But it does get better once you're
behind the wheel. Mazda has cut lots of weight while strengthening the
body, and with a curb weight of just 3,200 pounds the new 6 feels friskier
than the output numbers suggest. The new SkyActiv engine needs to be
revved in order to access most of its torque; luckily both transmissions tap
into that character easily. For the automatic, you get crisp, very quick
shifts and almost the feel of a dual-clutch unit; and the manual (our
favorite) has short throws and clean, precise action. The Mazda6 isn't
sport-sedan firm, yet it handles near the top of the mid-size class; steering
is quick and well-weighted, too, although somehow it loses its feel of the
road.

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11. Cavalier Mazda of Chesapeake VA serving Virginia
Beach, Hampton, Portsmouth, is one of the finest
Chesapeake Mazda dealers.
1552 S. Military Hwy, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Sales: 888-854-7370
Website: www.cavaliermazda.com

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