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As a Mazda owner I finally feel vindicated that you mentioned the hacking option. Thank God for those smart programmers that did all the work! love your videos, keep it up!
Guys it’s 2018, satellite radio sucks balls. There’s a thing called Spotify which is the same monthly cost and well....do I need to explain this? Lol who cares about being able to rewind satellite radio
TheStraightPipes I love you guys but y’all are tripping. Satellite radio you are limited to what is the content the channel decides to use. Spotify you customize your own content! Unless you’re talking about radio podcasts and such but music wise it isn’t even comparable. Plus, it isn’t hard to integrate on most vehicles. BMW for example the album art cover is displayed on screen and you can select next track and the like
Have digital Radio in Australia and it's not bad , you get a selection of genres rather than having to plug your phone in and use data. Depending on the quality in the car it sounds decent too. It does in a Lexus with the Mark Levinson package anyway.
Love satellite radio, but I agree. This is a ridiculous gripe in this day and age. It’s almost like they had to have so many negatives for the video, and this made the final cut. It’s just like the complaint on the touch screen being disabled while driving. Having said that, to each their own. I enjoy the reviews overall.
Take it off until you get told otherwise. It's likely not enforced and as long as your car isn't obnoxious or you have some janky euro plate on your Japanese car the PD probably won't care.
I purchased the 2018 Mazda6, I love it!!! I didn't get the signature, but the grand touring reserve. We didn't like any of the Toyotas or Honda's. Thanks for the video.
Congratulations on your car ! I'm actually looking to get one myself but my ONLY concern is whether the 19" wheels make the ride harsh. Can you advise on that ? Is it smooth and comfortable for daily driving ? Perhaps I'm overthinking because I mean if Mazda designed the car for 19" wheels then they may have adjusted the suspension and NVH levels accordingly...
@@asfandasadiq4634 yes the ride is so smooth. I'm lowering mine this weekend with RSR springs 1* in front and 1.2" in rear with the CorkSport rear stabilizer bar.
They'd struggle to sell a thousand a year. And a third lf those sales would be eating out of CX5 sales and another third from Mazda6 sedans. Everyone says they love wagons, but then doesn't buy them - market research says that the kind of person that likes wagons over crossovers doesn't buy new cars at all.
Just bought the 2018 6 GT Reserve. Will share my experiences/thoughts here in no specific order. Active Driving Display. The display brightness has more than 2 levels: it seems to adjust based on the light sensor. And it works really well: at no point did I wish the HUD was dimmer or brighter (clear in sunlight and very unobtrusive at night). Street sign recognition works extremely well: it correctly recognized a sign partially covered by tree branches. I actually drove by the sign about 50 times on my way to work before I noticed it was there. The GTR "saw" on the first try! The speed limit sign gains an orange outline when I exceed the speed limit by XX mph (options here are 0, 5, 10 mph). You can also get an audio warning, but I disabled it. Mileage. I average 36 mpg on my commute from Townsend, MA to Acton, MA. Highway fuel economy (I estimate at around 34mpg @ 75mph; I don't know how Car and Driver got 36) could be a little better, however, because top gear is quite short (Mazda INCREASED final drive ratio in the turbo). By 45mph you're already in 6th! At 75 mph the engine RPM is a rather high 2400. Low fuel warning came on after I've used 12 gallons. Tank capacity is 16.4. Manual says warning appears when 2 gallons are left. Math doesn't add up :( But the fuel economy monitor is spot on: Mazda reported 32 mpg and I went 385 miles on those 12 gallons (which is 32.1 mpg). Muting audio pauses playback (at least from USB drive). Turning the car off while playing from USB drive, then on again continues playback from the same place in the song. Clock is synced via GPS (probably in most cars, but new to me) Mazda really went above the beyond in the noise-proofing department: laminated/acoustic front side window glass, extra seal on all doors, felt-lined rear wheel wells, even the back of the glove compartment is padded on the outside (facing the firewall)! Engine: buttery-smooth below 2000 rpm (smoother than Honda's 3.0 V6 I had in my 2004 Accord). Basically you never hear it, except when starting from a stop (in 1st gear) and when accelerating quickly (i.e. highway on ramps). However, when you do hear it... well... it's not a pleasant-sounding as a Honda's 2.4 4-cylinder. Engine note is probably the only thing I miss about my old V6 Honda. Turning off audio alert for the blind spot monitoring system has the effect of muting the turn signal sound, which actually works very nicely when you're driving with a sleeping passenger, but still want to be alerted that someone's in your blind spot after putting on your blinker: the lack of any sound is the alert in itself. Brilliant! Rain-sensing wipers are a little temperamental in very light drizzle. Sometimes they wipe too often and sometimes not enough regardless of how the sensitivity dial is set. They work well in moderate to heavy rain, however. Navigation system shows the upcoming cross street fairly discreetly at the top of the display on any screen (media, fuel economy monitor, etc.). Interior trunk release button has a light. Transmission shifts between R and D instantly. Holds hear while cornering. Steering effort is light at low engine RPM (i.e. maneuvering around a parking lot), but weighs up noticeably at higher engine RPM. However, it's still a little too light at highway speeds for my taste... but I come from a 2004 V6 Honda Accord coupe known for heavy steering. Radar-guided adaptive cruise control will apply brakes if needed. Unfortunately it will apply them on a relatively slight downhill if the car is moving even a single mph over the set speed. I would have preferred it just not apply the gas. Seats are comfy overall, but the seat back has what amounts to a hump at the top (the hoop above the perforated area), which gives too much support to the shoulder area. As a result my mid back is not supported quite as well. I almost feel like there is a "hole" in the seat. I ended up handing a very thin pillow over the area just below the hump. Seats are also a little too wide for my body shape. I am 5ft10in, 160lbs. I would prefer a narrower seat back, but I see how a bigger person would find these seatbacks perfectly wide. Driving position is closer the pedals than my old accord. I have to sit with my knees bent more, because the steering wheel doesn't telescope toward the driver far enough. My wife had to push the steering wheel all the way in in the accord, but it's pretty much all the way out in the mazda when she drives it.
th-cam.com/video/fEfyuW21b0Y/w-d-xo.html Their US commercials disagree. You can clearly hear why the US says it the way they do, it is what the company has called themselves for as long as I can remember.
Agreed. Of course the reps will say however you want to it fine by us, but the Americans are the only ones that pronounce it closest to correct - only substituting "z" for "tsu," but the vowels are all the correct, and yet they say "good to know we're all right"? Huh? Maybe it's my 30 years of international travel speaking, but I see no sense in that statement.
@Richard Chester: It's a Japanese name, so the only true, correct pronunciation is their pronunciation. Just because a lot of other countries butcher it does not make that mispronunciation correct, it just makes it a common error. So with regards to your question "since when did the yanks ever pronounce anything correctly?" maybe we are not 100% correct here ("tsu" is difficult for westerners to pronounce), but we are obviously much, much closer to correct than you are.
this is the problem I have with this channel... In the near future when I'm going to buy my new car... I hope it passed the sun visor test, rewind radio (I dont even listen to the radio), and have minimum gloss black... ahahah
Yeah they’re cool and stuff but they complain about the dumbest shit and not what really matters. No one really listens to the radio or extends there visors like that during an actual test drive. Not only that but they’re the only ones that have a problem with the styling of the car. Every other review praises the styling of the car. The arm rest comment was dumb too. No one has said anything about the arm rest and quite frankly it’s not that serious.
Michael Thomas my wife complains about the sun visor if it doesn't move the block the sun so that's pretty real world shit. And the car still looks the same after years i don't think it's unfair
Michael Thomas seems like you're missing the point with these guys. The fact that these things matter to them has contributed to their success, because they do matter in the real world to some people. They don't regurgitate the same stats and accepted car review lingo. Anytime you say "no one", I guarantee you, you're statement is already wrong. And the arm rests don't matter or the statement is dumb? Really?
Im a tech at mazda. I do PDI's on these (inspection upon arrival from manufacturer plant) everyother day and I fell in love with these. I haven't been a fan of Mazda for quite some time. But these, the quality amazes me From the undercarriage to the roof. Goes for just about any 2014 and up Mazda. When I take a customers Mazda with over 150k on the clock for a test drive the quality is still there. No odd sounds, no plastics loose making a racket. Makes me want one. As a tech I do recommend to ask for any recalls as really previous models have had recalls on the parking brake and air bags. To get them repaired asap upon purchase, not a big deal as they are a really simple fix (if they are still present that is).
I’ve driven the 18 Mazda 6 Signature & I was impressed. I liked how early the torque kicks in with that turbo 2.5L. I also like the refresh exterior & interior. I do not like the Falken tires the 6 comes with. But that’s an easy fix. What I’d like to do is take the 18 Toyota Camry XSE four & six cylinder for a test drive & see which one I like best. I sure like the bold looks Toyota went with the Camry especially in the Blue Streak paint.
Mazda does not use tiny 3-cyl turbo engines and still uses the more reliable 6-speed auto and if you buy a Mazda in Europe, it's most likely built in Japan. This for me shows that they want to make cars that actually work.
I’ve been waiting for your review on this car and I’m not disappointed. Great review as always guys (on a Sunday no less)!! I still love the Mazda6 (especially in that color)!!! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Honestly, the MazdaSpeed is basically a regular Mazda with a turbo engine and different tuning on the same stock parts on a regular Mazda. And they are basically making every car they make a MazdaSpeed by implementing that concept across their lineup with more refined setup. And I love this strategy!
There is a difference between VENTILATED seats and COOLED seats. Those seats....are ventilated. Hence the diagram of the fan on them. VENTILATED seats basically have a fan running thru certain spots of the seat; so it's like your back is sweating on a hot day and suddenly theres a fan behind you gently blowing your back dry. COOLED seats run air conditioned air thru the seat back itself. So imagine it's a hot day and you're sweating so you go stand in front of your freezer to cool yourself off. Very few cars have actual cooled seats, I think Mercedes is one. Cooled seats suck because the coldness on your back makes it feel like you're constantly wet, and makes your pants feel like you spilled water on them.
These ventilated seats work amazingly well. I live in Phoenix AZ and we just had a few 115 degree days. I don't think I've ever used cooled seats but I can say these ventilated ones are too cooling for me. Once cooled I turn the cooling off. I'm not used to my back and butt being cooler than the rest of my body. Feels weird. Dealer told us the fans in the seats actually suck heat away from the seats rather than blow into them. Whatever they do, they really, really work well.
123 5 Jakub likes turbo lag (sometimes)? ME TOO! I love the sensation of a turbo four spooling up and feeling like it will just keep spinning. I've never been into launching so I don't need max torque at low revs, but to each his own. Great channel! Glad I found it after being laid off of work (had time to watch all of your videos) - I'll try to keep up when I start a new job next week!
Between the Accord and the Camry, I would take the Mazda 6 Turbo hands-down. ...Without any pause or hesitation. ...For me, it'd be a "no brainer". ...DAMN I want one of these...
As others have said, your production just keeps getting better & better. Was a very nice setting you had for your driving footage this time around. I like Mazda vehicles well enough, but they've just never had that "thing" to push me over the hump into buying one. I do think you've helped me decide what I'm going for eventually, once my current lease is done. And oh yeah, 123 5.
I just emailed Mazda Friday about the Estate Wagon, begging to have it available in the U.S. Got a reply yesterday (Saturday!) saying he can't say yet. Putting on the pressure.
Best car review I've seen in years. You guys where energetic, knowledgeable, fun, and natural. Just when I started to give up hope you saved me! Great job! Subscribe button clicked!
As an American, I will now abandon the pronunciation of "mozz-duh". I will now be pronouncing it either "mazz-da" or if I'm feeling fancy, "Mot-su-dah". I will direct all quizzical looks or obnoxious comments I receive, to this very video.
These people are dumb. The president clearly said “mozda” and the Canadian dude was just dumb and spoke over him. President was being polite. PR chick is a moron too
Americans and Russians say Mazda the BEST. Canadians say it like it leaves a bad taste in their mouth. Some counties say it like MOZDA like it has a O in it for some reason🤷🏽♂️
I own the 2018 Mazda 6 signature. I’m at 75kmiles/120000km… I had couple small issues and one major transmission replacement. Luckily Mazdas standard warranty was able to cover everything free of charge…. I love my car best car I ever had ❤
Great review guys! Also, if you pick your car based on if it has Android Auto or Apple CarPlay you are not a car guy! It's all about driving baby! ps: of course both are coming to Mazda later this year anyway.
At least Mazda has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto coming to its 2018 vehicles. Also an accessory is coming to retrofit all Mazda vehicles 2014 and up. Good job Mazda 👍🏿
Yesss finally I can use android auto!! I'm getting a mazda3 in a few months and hope the dealer is nice enough not to charge me for it. Since I'm looking at one of the cars which has been sitting for a few months already
I've already got Android Auto running. Most of the time it works fine (gets confused with multiple BT connected phones). If they just want money in order to give me the same thing but with a more locked down system, I may pass. If more companies embraced these lead users (aka hackers) instead of shunning them, amazing things could happen. mitpress.mit.edu/books/democratizing-innovation
I'd probably pick Mazda between the 3 because it doesnt have CVT and Mazda tends to rev high....giving it a sporty feeling. Its interior feels extremely classy and it also tends to have great handling.
TheStraightPipes are discouraging consumer to not think for themselves. Accord is ugly and Camry is noisy, cheap plastics on the inside and bad phone connectivity... I've done my research
Sport mode not only changes the automatic to shift at a higher RPM, but it also increases the throttle response rather drastically. Surprised that you didn’t catch this.
And Nissan not Neesarn. But there again the Americans pronounce most things differently to everyone else. It's the English language not American. Leave it alone.
@@demoduderox You're welcome. Japanese used many words from German, like rukusaku from Rucksack (say rooksuck ;) Now they say bagupaku instead, not sure which one sounds better though.
I didn't understand what Yuri was talking about, until I drove around a few Mazda 6 on the roads. From the Rear 1/4 View, the front fender flare is really unique, and does give the car a special look. Too bad they are discontinued and cover available in AWD.
Every single car in our stable is a manual shift- and the wagon would be icing on the cake we can't eat. I won't buy anything with 2 pedals...problem is, I don't buy cars often enough. I love this Monday surprise, guys!
u mother pancit! Too much power for that little car. They should put in the 2.5 from the mazda 3 and bump it up to 205 hp and 205 ft lbs. That would be perfect for the miata.
They are about to release an updated 2.0 skyactiv engine for the Miata with 181 hp and 151 lb-ft of torque. I'm looking forward to comparing the new (higher strung?) 2.0 dyno to the current 2.0 dyno w/155 hp and 148 lb ft.
Anton Zuykov agreed. The miata is so light it doeant need much power. 150 hp already gives you 5.7 0-60. I wouldnt mind if they put the 2.5 in N/A. Its only 50 pounds heavier. If they bumped up the torque to 200 this car would be a rocket. It would be in the high 4 seconds lol
The reason they don't do this is the cost of insurance. Believe it or not, cars like the MX-5 and 86/BRZ are purchased by younger people who already have sky-high insurance costs to deal with. Adding additional hp is only going to make the cars unaffordable.
123 5 That rolling shot at the very beginning is absolutely beautiful. I am a proud owner of a 2016 GT and I love it. Can't wait to get my hands on one of these to review. Awesome video, guys!
I’m currently driving a 2017 Mazda 6 and having hella fun driving this masterpiece, even more excited when seeing 2018 comes out and I really enjoy watching this video. All the comments that you guys made is as accurate as what I experienced . A little request upon next videos if you can make a review of Mercedes GLC 300 coupe
I am guessing at least 5-10% of the turbo buyers would opt for the manual if it was a modern manual with great feel and the latest manual features. People who want a manual will not automatically buy a auto, they will just not buy, if they want a auto they will buy a suv or crossover. It's hard to buy what's not available in the trim you want, even with special order. It's hard to buy what is never reviewed or advertised. It's hard to buy a six speed manual that has had very little updates in ten years... Shorter shifter, rev matching, 7 and 8 speeds, no lift, lauch control, adjustable clutch feel. It's hard to buy what is not available to look at or test drive first. It's hard to buy something that you are told be happy we offer anything, take it or leave it.. That attitude turns people away and they keep there older manuals from Mazda and Honda. Zoom Zoom without a manual a 2 door is becomeing Zoom Snore as shifts are done for you. And with the cylinder deactivation and turbo models........ It's impossible to buy what's not available at all. I miss the V6's they are dying almost as fast as manuals, companies are not getting any faster speed or MPG's with the cheaper to produce 4 cylinders, but they are getting a lighter better handling car, but the reliabilty and reparability will AUTOmatically be worse because there is a ton more parts to go bad. Very sad indeed.
As an American who bought both a Protege5 and a Mazda6 Wagon off the showroom floor (both manual btw!) I really wish they'd bring us the wagon, it's gorgeous. That would draw me back into a Mazda showroom.
Oh I know, dealership had big incentives on them to move them off the lot. Great deal for me, and a great car. Shame that Americans are largely ignoring wagons these days. But a fella' can dream! :)
I took a test drive on a Grand Touring model, what got me was the Steering Wheel's electronic assist, feels amazing. Cabin noise on freeways is not bad but not amazing, its quieter than my 2010 Mazda 6.
Just picked this car up, 2019 year. Love it! As much as we love it, we hate the ultra low resolution backup and 360 camera. Let's hope it is fixable via software.
Living in America we like to do our own thing, but we always complain how Canada and Euro countries get thing before the US (due to old and very out dated regulations). So don't mind us down here for the way we talk. You guys up north definitely inspire us!
Yeah, it makes me jealous. Several jourisdictions in Canada don't use front plates either. Alberta, Quebec, and Nova Scotia don't require it, just off the top of my head. I wish Ontario went that route or at least have an optional fee to not have it! :(
I like this car, although not a big fan of Mazda overall. Shame we don't get the wagon, I can't believe how people don't buy them... I have owned 2 wagons, I love them. I am in a world of hatches and SUVs now because I can't buy wagons. Shame. Great vid as always!
Do you think they did enough with this refresh? Sorry we can't reply to comments too much as we're in Europe!
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TheStraightPipes mabay you do Chevrolet Silverado?
In Monaco ???
TheStraightPipes Its just a refresh! So what they did was prefect. They didn't need to do anything more right now. ❤
Please try to get your hands on an explorer platinum when you come back home.... love your channel 👍👍👍.
Enjoy Europe.
As a Mazda owner I finally feel vindicated that you mentioned the hacking option. Thank God for those smart programmers that did all the work! love your videos, keep it up!
good job to mazda hackers.
just wondering if they could hack my nissan pathfinder....bluetooth phone calls but no music streaming...
Alberto Pacheco ☺
Waking up to a new Straight Pipes video is the best way to wake up
its one of the only channels i thoroughly enjoy anymore
I think the Mazda 6 looks better that the Camry or Accord
Mazdas have almost always looked better than the "mainstream" competition, even dating back to the Millenia
Absolutely!
hands down. no contest.
If you’re a girl. Yes. Their designs are made for girls.
@@Fadic4 Yeah, not BroDozer enough to be a true man's car. Good point.
Bought one 3 weeks ago. It’s a dream to drive with great features. Took it up the mountains and let it go. Handled quite well.
Guys it’s 2018, satellite radio sucks balls. There’s a thing called Spotify which is the same monthly cost and well....do I need to explain this? Lol who cares about being able to rewind satellite radio
Spotify isn’t as good and doesn’t integrate nearly as well as sat radio
TheStraightPipes I love you guys but y’all are tripping. Satellite radio you are limited to what is the content the channel decides to use. Spotify you customize your own content! Unless you’re talking about radio podcasts and such but music wise it isn’t even comparable. Plus, it isn’t hard to integrate on most vehicles. BMW for example the album art cover is displayed on screen and you can select next track and the like
Have digital Radio in Australia and it's not bad , you get a selection of genres rather than having to plug your phone in and use data. Depending on the quality in the car it sounds decent too. It does in a Lexus with the Mark Levinson package anyway.
Satellite radio is good for remote areas with spotty coverage( cough, Canada) and if you don't want to blow thru data
Love satellite radio, but I agree. This is a ridiculous gripe in this day and age. It’s almost like they had to have so many negatives for the video, and this made the final cut. It’s just like the complaint on the touch screen being disabled while driving. Having said that, to each their own. I enjoy the reviews overall.
The quality of the content produced by you guys is soooooo good........
It’s all thanks to our world class crew
love how they showed the details like the armrest or the license plate placement lol.
That’s my obsession -Yuri
Front plates are the work of the devil.
Fuck yes. Especially on this car.
@@drw1926 especially on camaros,those ruin everything
Jacob Frey yep
Take it off until you get told otherwise. It's likely not enforced and as long as your car isn't obnoxious or you have some janky euro plate on your Japanese car the PD probably won't care.
Jacob Frey ha come to the UK where they are mandatory
great cinematics and editing!! ur my newest fav car channel.... who needs topgear when u have channels like this
I purchased the 2018 Mazda6, I love it!!! I didn't get the signature, but the grand touring reserve. We didn't like any of the Toyotas or Honda's. Thanks for the video.
Congratulations on your car !
I'm actually looking to get one myself but my ONLY concern is whether the 19" wheels make the ride harsh. Can you advise on that ? Is it smooth and comfortable for daily driving ?
Perhaps I'm overthinking because I mean if Mazda designed the car for 19" wheels then they may have adjusted the suspension and NVH levels accordingly...
@@asfandasadiq4634 yes the ride is so smooth. I'm lowering mine this weekend with RSR springs 1* in front and 1.2" in rear with the CorkSport rear stabilizer bar.
@@yakamoody3573 Thats great! So it should be an amazing upgrade from my 17' Civic. I'm sick of CVT and a rather bumpy ride.
the straightpipes is the only channel i WONT skip ads on
Nizon does it make any difference?
Nizon fuck it. Use ad block anyways.
I was wondering why I didn't skip the ad.
As far as I know if you watch the ads, these guys make a little bit from it.
Thanks!! Yes that's how we make money
The Mazda 6 is always so underrated.
Easily the best Sedan in it's class now has a turbo.
I know so many people say this.. but I LOVE your videos, I stalked my subscription box waiting for this video to pop up.
Keep up the great work
Imagine if Mazda bring the 6 WAGON with the turbocharged engine in the US..
I imagine it wouldn't sell. I like the functionality of wagons, but I have yet to find styling of a wagon I like.
Hahaha in the uk we have
I’m on vacation in the Philippines! Saw one on the highway in traffic , and damn , I broke neck
James Cho My that would buy it without even thinking
They'd struggle to sell a thousand a year. And a third lf those sales would be eating out of CX5 sales and another third from Mazda6 sedans. Everyone says they love wagons, but then doesn't buy them - market research says that the kind of person that likes wagons over crossovers doesn't buy new cars at all.
Just bought the 2018 6 GT Reserve. Will share my experiences/thoughts here in no specific order.
Active Driving Display. The display brightness has more than 2 levels: it seems to adjust based on the light sensor. And it works really well: at no point did I wish the HUD was dimmer or brighter (clear in sunlight and very unobtrusive at night). Street sign recognition works extremely well: it correctly recognized a sign partially covered by tree branches. I actually drove by the sign about 50 times on my way to work before I noticed it was there. The GTR "saw" on the first try! The speed limit sign gains an orange outline when I exceed the speed limit by XX mph (options here are 0, 5, 10 mph). You can also get an audio warning, but I disabled it.
Mileage. I average 36 mpg on my commute from Townsend, MA to Acton, MA. Highway fuel economy (I estimate at around 34mpg @ 75mph; I don't know how Car and Driver got 36) could be a little better, however, because top gear is quite short (Mazda INCREASED final drive ratio in the turbo). By 45mph you're already in 6th! At 75 mph the engine RPM is a rather high 2400.
Low fuel warning came on after I've used 12 gallons. Tank capacity is 16.4. Manual says warning appears when 2 gallons are left. Math doesn't add up :( But the fuel economy monitor is spot on: Mazda reported 32 mpg and I went 385 miles on those 12 gallons (which is 32.1 mpg).
Muting audio pauses playback (at least from USB drive). Turning the car off while playing from USB drive, then on again continues playback from the same place in the song.
Clock is synced via GPS (probably in most cars, but new to me)
Mazda really went above the beyond in the noise-proofing department: laminated/acoustic front side window glass, extra seal on all doors, felt-lined rear wheel wells, even the back of the glove compartment is padded on the outside (facing the firewall)!
Engine: buttery-smooth below 2000 rpm (smoother than Honda's 3.0 V6 I had in my 2004 Accord). Basically you never hear it, except when starting from a stop (in 1st gear) and when accelerating quickly (i.e. highway on ramps). However, when you do hear it... well... it's not a pleasant-sounding as a Honda's 2.4 4-cylinder. Engine note is probably the only thing I miss about my old V6 Honda.
Turning off audio alert for the blind spot monitoring system has the effect of muting the turn signal sound, which actually works very nicely when you're driving with a sleeping passenger, but still want to be alerted that someone's in your blind spot after putting on your blinker: the lack of any sound is the alert in itself. Brilliant!
Rain-sensing wipers are a little temperamental in very light drizzle. Sometimes they wipe too often and sometimes not enough regardless of how the sensitivity dial is set. They work well in moderate to heavy rain, however.
Navigation system shows the upcoming cross street fairly discreetly at the top of the display on any screen (media, fuel economy monitor, etc.).
Interior trunk release button has a light.
Transmission shifts between R and D instantly. Holds hear while cornering.
Steering effort is light at low engine RPM (i.e. maneuvering around a parking lot), but weighs up noticeably at higher engine RPM. However, it's still a little too light at highway speeds for my taste... but I come from a 2004 V6 Honda Accord coupe known for heavy steering.
Radar-guided adaptive cruise control will apply brakes if needed. Unfortunately it will apply them on a relatively slight downhill if the car is moving even a single mph over the set speed. I would have preferred it just not apply the gas.
Seats are comfy overall, but the seat back has what amounts to a hump at the top (the hoop above the perforated area), which gives too much support to the shoulder area. As a result my mid back is not supported quite as well. I almost feel like there is a "hole" in the seat. I ended up handing a very thin pillow over the area just below the hump. Seats are also a little too wide for my body shape. I am 5ft10in, 160lbs. I would prefer a narrower seat back, but I see how a bigger person would find these seatbacks perfectly wide.
Driving position is closer the pedals than my old accord. I have to sit with my knees bent more, because the steering wheel doesn't telescope toward the driver far enough. My wife had to push the steering wheel all the way in in the accord, but it's pretty much all the way out in the mazda when she drives it.
You guys are actually my favourite channel on TH-cam right now, like every video is just quality keep it up!!
Mad respect for sorting out the Mazda pronunciation. If I could give multiple likes I would
Just repost this comment like 6 times
No in Australia we say it like the marketing lady and since we are a huge Mazda market, it is now settled!
+TheStraightPipes Yeah I really like how you actually pronounced it: マツダ (Matsuda). Cool!
th-cam.com/video/fEfyuW21b0Y/w-d-xo.html Their US commercials disagree. You can clearly hear why the US says it the way they do, it is what the company has called themselves for as long as I can remember.
Wisconsin -- Yes, it's been said that way here since I saw one for the first time in the mid 70's.
I appreciate the pronunciation lesson from the Mazda experts. lol.
I try my best. Good to know we’re all right
TheStraightPipes I have to take my car in for service soon and I’m really thinking about saying Mazzduh when I talk to them. See if they say Huh?
Agreed. Of course the reps will say however you want to it fine by us, but the Americans are the only ones that pronounce it closest to correct - only substituting "z" for "tsu," but the vowels are all the correct, and yet they say "good to know we're all right"? Huh? Maybe it's my 30 years of international travel speaking, but I see no sense in that statement.
@Richard Chester: It's a Japanese name, so the only true, correct pronunciation is their pronunciation. Just because a lot of other countries butcher it does not make that mispronunciation correct, it just makes it a common error.
So with regards to your question "since when did the yanks ever pronounce anything correctly?" maybe we are not 100% correct here ("tsu" is difficult for westerners to pronounce), but we are obviously much, much closer to correct than you are.
Gladdic Saddic Uh I've been to Japan they say it the same way as Canadians and everyone else throughout the world. Only Americans say it wrong.
I can’t understand your disdain for the infotainment......... it’s the most simple and intuitive I’ve ever had. And I trade cars a lot and often.
Have you driven a new Kia? Destroys this infotainment
Hugely cinematic intro. Loved you guys since 40k, but it's absolutely time for you to blow up.
40k was a fun time.
"Is there a Mazda speed?"
"No!" 👐🏻
Couldnt click faster on the notification hahah! Great car, great video, great guys!!
this is the problem I have with this channel... In the near future when I'm going to buy my new car... I hope it passed the sun visor test, rewind radio (I dont even listen to the radio), and have minimum gloss black... ahahah
genthe le And I may go to buy an SUV in a van full of boxes to test it hehehehe
genthe le just a FYI avoid the mk7 GTI so much gloss black I'm going insane
Yeah they’re cool and stuff but they complain about the dumbest shit and not what really matters. No one really listens to the radio or extends there visors like that during an actual test drive. Not only that but they’re the only ones that have a problem with the styling of the car. Every other review praises the styling of the car. The arm rest comment was dumb too. No one has said anything about the arm rest and quite frankly it’s not that serious.
Michael Thomas my wife complains about the sun visor if it doesn't move the block the sun so that's pretty real world shit. And the car still looks the same after years i don't think it's unfair
Michael Thomas seems like you're missing the point with these guys. The fact that these things matter to them has contributed to their success, because they do matter in the real world to some people. They don't regurgitate the same stats and accepted car review lingo. Anytime you say "no one", I guarantee you, you're statement is already wrong. And the arm rests don't matter or the statement is dumb? Really?
I sold my cx3 for this mazda 6 signature and it is the best decision i have ever made, i am so happy with this car. I LOVE ITTT!!!❤️❤️❤️
I bet. This is such a better car
the ride quality is soo much better the interior is so much nicer and its sexier
Yes this car is amazing enjoy.
Im a tech at mazda. I do PDI's on these (inspection upon arrival from manufacturer plant) everyother day and I fell in love with these. I haven't been a fan of Mazda for quite some time. But these, the quality amazes me From the undercarriage to the roof. Goes for just about any 2014 and up Mazda. When I take a customers Mazda with over 150k on the clock for a test drive the quality is still there. No odd sounds, no plastics loose making a racket. Makes me want one. As a tech I do recommend to ask for any recalls as really previous models have had recalls on the parking brake and air bags. To get them repaired asap upon purchase, not a big deal as they are a really simple fix (if they are still present that is).
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I actually been waiting for this review. Thanks guys. 👍🏼
How was it
You guys were on point as usual. Again, thank you. 🇨🇦
I’ve been waiting for this review for a few months!
Was it worth it
I’ve driven the 18 Mazda 6 Signature & I was impressed. I liked how early the torque kicks in with that turbo 2.5L. I also like the refresh exterior & interior. I do not like the Falken tires the 6 comes with. But that’s an easy fix. What I’d like to do is take the 18 Toyota Camry XSE four & six cylinder for a test drive & see which one I like best. I sure like the bold looks Toyota went with the Camry especially in the Blue Streak paint.
Which one. Did u like more
Mazda does not use tiny 3-cyl turbo engines and still uses the more reliable 6-speed auto and if you buy a Mazda in Europe, it's most likely built in Japan. This for me shows that they want to make cars that actually work.
For me, this car combines European styling with Japanese engineering and that's the best combination
Edit- Interior really reminds me of an Audi
Soham Bapat so true i just realised the a/c & heater controls are literally identical to my audi s3..
I disagree. Camry xse looks best -Yuri
Yea, except minus the shitty parent company VW behind it ;) Mazda tha best!
rockn roll except the Mazda is fugly lmao
You must have severe ocular deficiency then. Lol.
I’ve been waiting for your review on this car and I’m not disappointed. Great review as always guys (on a Sunday no less)!! I still love the Mazda6 (especially in that color)!!! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
you can get the signature for 35k in the usa...best value on the market.
what Doug's signature?
Honestly, the MazdaSpeed is basically a regular Mazda with a turbo engine and different tuning on the same stock parts on a regular Mazda.
And they are basically making every car they make a MazdaSpeed by implementing that concept across their lineup with more refined setup. And I love this strategy!
That opening shot looks gorgeous with the Mazda red and the blue sky.
What's up with the US almost never getting the wagon version of cars.
No one buys them.
The U.S. hates them
TheStraightPipes True. I guess Europeans have different tastes, and wagons are one of them.
I think the entry luxury AWD wagon is making a small comeback
Here in Europe (or Netherlands) we wont get the turbo version :(
There is a difference between VENTILATED seats and COOLED seats. Those seats....are ventilated. Hence the diagram of the fan on them.
VENTILATED seats basically have a fan running thru certain spots of the seat; so it's like your back is sweating on a hot day and suddenly theres a fan behind you gently blowing your back dry.
COOLED seats run air conditioned air thru the seat back itself. So imagine it's a hot day and you're sweating so you go stand in front of your freezer to cool yourself off.
Very few cars have actual cooled seats, I think Mercedes is one. Cooled seats suck because the coldness on your back makes it feel like you're constantly wet, and makes your pants feel like you spilled water on them.
These ventilated seats work amazingly well. I live in Phoenix AZ and we just had a few 115 degree days. I don't think I've ever used cooled seats but I can say these ventilated ones are too cooling for me. Once cooled I turn the cooling off. I'm not used to my back and butt being cooler than the rest of my body. Feels weird. Dealer told us the fans in the seats actually suck heat away from the seats rather than blow into them. Whatever they do, they really, really work well.
I got cooled seats in my Genesis g80 . They get freezing cool, perfect for the hot days.
@@lowstandar Yeah ventilated seats definitely succ
Actually he (the president) pronounced Mazda exactly the way Americans do. You have the vid. Listen again.
Shhhh don’t tell anyone
@@TheStraightPipes what
Such a beautiful interior - it even competes with much pricier cars
fuck eu and Merkel /pig
After 99 videos of fun and hard working this video is number 100 🎉🎉🎉 congratulations guys wishing you all the best ❤
Is this number 100?
Hell yes I have the playlist added in my playlist and it says 100 videos 🎉🎉🎉
I sent a photo to your Facebook page
Mazda6, then Accord cause of the engine and CVT, then toyota, then Altima
K20C4 with the 10 speed and 6 speed .....the L15B7 comes with 6 speed OR CVT......
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Nice one, guys.
Got my Mazda 6 2018 GT in December in US and the carplay came with the car for free.
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Jakub likes turbo lag (sometimes)? ME TOO! I love the sensation of a turbo four spooling up and feeling like it will just keep spinning. I've never been into launching so I don't need max torque at low revs, but to each his own.
Great channel! Glad I found it after being laid off of work (had time to watch all of your videos) - I'll try to keep up when I start a new job next week!
Between the Accord and the Camry, I would take the Mazda 6 Turbo hands-down.
...Without any pause or hesitation.
...For me, it'd be a "no brainer".
...DAMN I want one of these...
As others have said, your production just keeps getting better & better. Was a very nice setting you had for your driving footage this time around. I like Mazda vehicles well enough, but they've just never had that "thing" to push me over the hump into buying one. I do think you've helped me decide what I'm going for eventually, once my current lease is done. And oh yeah, 123 5.
It's indeed a shame the turbo does not come with manual, cause it gives you so much feel and control + shifts smooth as butter!!
I just emailed Mazda Friday about the Estate Wagon, begging to have it available in the U.S. Got a reply yesterday (Saturday!) saying he can't say yet. Putting on the pressure.
Best car review I've seen in years. You guys where energetic, knowledgeable, fun, and natural. Just when I started to give up hope you saved me! Great job! Subscribe button clicked!
my favorite reviewers and favorite car..?
*who needs homework*
As an American, I will now abandon the pronunciation of "mozz-duh". I will now be pronouncing it either "mazz-da" or if I'm feeling fancy, "Mot-su-dah". I will direct all quizzical looks or obnoxious comments I receive, to this very video.
th-cam.com/video/fEfyuW21b0Y/w-d-xo.html Or to Mazdas commercials that pronounce it like every American does. ;)
These people are dumb. The president clearly said “mozda” and the Canadian dude was just dumb and spoke over him. President was being polite. PR chick is a moron too
Julian I make it a point to never listen or take seriously any guy (soyboy) wearing a pink T-shirt. 😉
More correctly its Ma-tsu-da, this is how the company originally called in Japanese.
I'm Canadian and I've always pronounced it mozzda and so has everybody I know. Anybody not using this pronunciation should be deported.
In Turkey we say Mazda like Americans too
Americans and Russians say Mazda the BEST. Canadians say it like it leaves a bad taste in their mouth. Some counties say it like MOZDA like it has a O in it for some reason🤷🏽♂️
I own the 2018 Mazda 6 signature. I’m at 75kmiles/120000km… I had couple small issues and one major transmission replacement. Luckily Mazdas standard warranty was able to cover everything free of charge….
I love my car best car I ever had ❤
the transmision had a problem at how many mile ?
@@minimat098 I had a jerking first gear problem probably within 40-50km (25kmiles) I brought it in at 110km (68k miles)
That opening was fantastic
Great review guys! Also, if you pick your car based on if it has Android Auto or Apple CarPlay you are not a car guy! It's all about driving baby! ps: of course both are coming to Mazda later this year anyway.
Nonbelieverification driving when? In rush hour?
Nah, Google Maps tells you which roads to take to avoid traffic which is so useful. Because fuck sitting in traffic
At least Mazda has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto coming to its 2018 vehicles. Also an accessory is coming to retrofit all Mazda vehicles 2014 and up. Good job Mazda 👍🏿
Android auto is so bad...I only use it when I need navigation. It looks so dated
I'll believe when I see it. They've been promising since 2014.
Yesss finally I can use android auto!! I'm getting a mazda3 in a few months and hope the dealer is nice enough not to charge me for it. Since I'm looking at one of the cars which has been sitting for a few months already
Tech Defender hahaha good luck and tell us how that went!
I've already got Android Auto running. Most of the time it works fine (gets confused with multiple BT connected phones). If they just want money in order to give me the same thing but with a more locked down system, I may pass.
If more companies embraced these lead users (aka hackers) instead of shunning them, amazing things could happen.
mitpress.mit.edu/books/democratizing-innovation
My Dad's Hyundai did not pass the visor test...can't look at it in the same way I used to now...😅
Aahh now you have to scrap it lol
I just bought this car a few weeks ago, got the GTR trim. Honestly, favorite car I've ever owned.
The fact that this is not available in the EU is breaking my heart....:(
Love waking up with Jakub and Yuri. Wait, what?
I'd probably pick Mazda between the 3 because it doesnt have CVT and Mazda tends to rev high....giving it a sporty feeling. Its interior feels extremely classy and it also tends to have great handling.
What about the normal transmission in Camry and the manual accord
TheStraightPipes are discouraging consumer to not think for themselves. Accord is ugly and Camry is noisy, cheap plastics on the inside and bad phone connectivity... I've done my research
Sport mode not only changes the automatic to shift at a higher RPM, but it also increases the throttle response rather drastically. Surprised that you didn’t catch this.
The manual shifter is absolutely on the right side, Yuri I agree.
One word to explain this review: Seductive
We say mazda (as oppose to Maaazdah) in the north of the UK too.
We say it more like the US do here in Finland as well!
Well in Australia we say it like the Canadians, so you are letting the colonies down Ben. :)
Its supposed to be pronounced Maahzda
I want a MAWZ-da...I will pass on a MAHZ-da!
And Nissan not Neesarn. But there again the Americans pronounce most things differently to everyone else. It's the English language not American. Leave it alone.
Take "Ma-tsu-da", turn "tsu" into "z", ta-da: American pronunciation.
Just say "Maz" "da" - as it is written (in English).
In German and Italian you actually pronounce it Matsda.
Maybe they used a German transscription for Matsuda.
Thank you. I learned something new today.
@@demoduderox You're welcome. Japanese used many words from German, like rukusaku from Rucksack (say rooksuck ;) Now they say bagupaku instead, not sure which one sounds better though.
Mazda did it right 👏🏻👏🏻👊🏼👊🏼
Nuhan Hidayat
No she didn’t , Because she has 6m while the camry has 8m and the Accord has cvt
I didn't understand what Yuri was talking about, until I drove around a few Mazda 6 on the roads. From the Rear 1/4 View, the front fender flare is really unique, and does give the car a special look.
Too bad they are discontinued and cover available in AWD.
Every single car in our stable is a manual shift- and the wagon would be icing on the cake we can't eat. I won't buy anything with 2 pedals...problem is, I don't buy cars often enough. I love this Monday surprise, guys!
This motor with manual transmission in the miata rf would be sick
u mother pancit! Too much power for that little car. They should put in the 2.5 from the mazda 3 and bump it up to 205 hp and 205 ft lbs. That would be perfect for the miata.
They are about to release an updated 2.0 skyactiv engine for the Miata with 181 hp and 151 lb-ft of torque. I'm looking forward to comparing the new (higher strung?) 2.0 dyno to the current 2.0 dyno w/155 hp and 148 lb ft.
Anton Zuykov agreed. The miata is so light it doeant need much power. 150 hp already gives you 5.7 0-60. I wouldnt mind if they put the 2.5 in N/A. Its only 50 pounds heavier. If they bumped up the torque to 200 this car would be a rocket. It would be in the high 4 seconds lol
The reason they don't do this is the cost of insurance. Believe it or not, cars like the MX-5 and 86/BRZ are purchased by younger people who already have sky-high insurance costs to deal with. Adding additional hp is only going to make the cars unaffordable.
first thing i did in my 2014 mazda was installing tweaks forCMU :) touch while driving, background, cracked navi, speedometer app and more :)
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That rolling shot at the very beginning is absolutely beautiful.
I am a proud owner of a 2016 GT and I love it. Can't wait to get my hands on one of these to review. Awesome video, guys!
Thanks!!
You guys are the best at it. Keep the great reviews coming 👍👍
I’m currently driving a 2017 Mazda 6 and having hella fun driving this masterpiece, even more excited when seeing 2018 comes out and I really enjoy watching this video. All the comments that you guys made is as accurate as what I experienced . A little request upon next videos if you can make a review of Mercedes GLC 300 coupe
I am guessing at least 5-10% of the turbo buyers would opt for the manual if it was a modern manual with great feel and the latest manual features.
People who want a manual will not automatically buy a auto, they will just not buy, if they want a auto they will buy a suv or crossover.
It's hard to buy what's not available in the trim you want, even with special order.
It's hard to buy what is never reviewed or advertised.
It's hard to buy a six speed manual that has had very little updates in ten years...
Shorter shifter, rev matching, 7 and 8 speeds, no lift, lauch control, adjustable clutch feel.
It's hard to buy what is not available to look at or test drive first.
It's hard to buy something that you are told be happy we offer anything, take it or leave it..
That attitude turns people away and they keep there older manuals from Mazda and Honda.
Zoom Zoom without a manual a 2 door is becomeing Zoom Snore as shifts are done for you.
And with the cylinder deactivation and turbo models........
It's impossible to buy what's not available at all.
I miss the V6's they are dying almost as fast as manuals, companies are not getting any faster speed or MPG's with the cheaper to produce 4 cylinders, but they are getting a lighter better handling car, but the reliabilty and reparability will AUTOmatically be worse because there is a ton more parts to go bad.
Very sad indeed.
A coupe model of this would be cool as heck.
You can turn off the headlights if you remove the DRL fuse. I removed it from my Mazda 6 2020 and the LEDs look phenomenal.
As an American who bought both a Protege5 and a Mazda6 Wagon off the showroom floor (both manual btw!) I really wish they'd bring us the wagon, it's gorgeous. That would draw me back into a Mazda showroom.
David Morin noone bought it
Oh I know, dealership had big incentives on them to move them off the lot. Great deal for me, and a great car. Shame that Americans are largely ignoring wagons these days. But a fella' can dream! :)
Cool clips with the prez - great vid again guys
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Man that is a pretty red! thanks again guys for an awesome vid! can't wait for your new stuff!
Picked up a 2017 Mazda6 sport last year but want to trade up to at least a new grand touring! I want that turbo!
We here in Estonia also say it the way Muricans say it.
The Japanesse are so cool. They are honestly brilliant and have a great sense of humor.
I took a test drive on a Grand Touring model, what got me was the Steering Wheel's electronic assist, feels amazing. Cabin noise on freeways is not bad but not amazing, its quieter than my 2010 Mazda 6.
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PS. First time watching you guys, loved it!
Give me an AWD wagon verison of the 2.5T and I'll buy one tomorrow!
In my country the 2.2Diesel is avalible with awd as an option. ;) Im buying one very soon
Damn! Great channel, just found and subscribed it and got totally adicted! Amazing job! About the Mazda 6, it might have the best looks on its class.
Love this channel. You guys need more subscribers
If you open up the air box turbo sputters real nice so with a cold air intake or after marker filter it sounds super nice 👍
Seriously who picks a car with satellite radio rewinding capability just put music from your phone like the rest of us...
Don’t question the ways of Yuri
Howard Stern and other live shows and info. And no dropping out signals in the country or using up data streaming. DUH.
data's expensive in canada so for people who drive a lot it's worth satellite radio
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You guys don’t need to write “skip 4” lol
Just picked this car up, 2019 year. Love it! As much as we love it, we hate the ultra low resolution backup and 360 camera. Let's hope it is fixable via software.
Living in America we like to do our own thing, but we always complain how Canada and Euro countries get thing before the US (due to old and very out dated regulations). So don't mind us down here for the way we talk. You guys up north definitely inspire us!
Everybody’s right
123...5! Great video guys!
What is that glorious song in the intro? I must know.
i need it too
use shazam 😂
Yes! No front plate tax in Ontario; I'm in!
Perfect!
NeutralGenericUser pennsylvania does not use a front plate. A Mazda state.
Yeah, it makes me jealous. Several jourisdictions in Canada don't use front plates either. Alberta, Quebec, and Nova Scotia don't require it, just off the top of my head. I wish Ontario went that route or at least have an optional fee to not have it! :(
Yesss! Finally! 😍
I like this car, although not a big fan of Mazda overall. Shame we don't get the wagon, I can't believe how people don't buy them... I have owned 2 wagons, I love them. I am in a world of hatches and SUVs now because I can't buy wagons. Shame. Great vid as always!
Guys, that's like the best rear seat arm rest in the industry. Go check out the one from Cayenne and Bentayga and compare.