The Mazda6 will soon square off against the 2018
Honda Accord so the company has announced a series of updates to the stylish
sedan. Set to go on sale in October, the updated model gains additional
standard equipment as well as several new options. Starting at the bottom, the
2017.5 Mazda6 Sport costs US$ 21,945 and now comes standard with Blind Spot
Monitoring and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.
The Mazda6 Touring starts at US$ 24,195 and it gains
heated front seats and a GPS navigation system. Drivers will also have the
option to upgrade the standard leatherette seats to leather seats for the first
time. The latter option is included in the Touring Premium Package which
includes LED headlights, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a Homelink
connectivity system, and an eight-way power driver's seat.
The range-topping Mazda6 Grand Touring carries over
and retails for US$ 30,695. It comes nicely equipped with a head-up display, a
power passenger seat, radar cruise control, lane keep assist, and smart brake
support. For an additional US$ 2,500 buyers can order the GT Premium Package which
adds Nappa leather seats, a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, and an
i-ELOOP regenerative braking system.
All of the models are powered by a 2.5-liter
four-cylinder engine that produces 184 hp and 250 Nm of
torque. Sport and Touring models are offered with either a six-speed manual or
a six-speed automatic transmission, while the Grand Touring is available
exclusively with the latter gearbox.
