Well it suits the Hottie thats driving it..LMAO 😂 I know what U mean. I downsized from my 2000 Accord & got the 2014 Mazda 3 GS Sedan. Loving 😍 everything about it:)
That backside ass of the Mazda 6 is so sexy..lol. Is ur backside just as hot..lol??? Loving the chrome that the 6 has. The Mazda 3 doesnt have chrome on the back. But mine came with a Mini Spoiler. Love my Deep Crystal Blue color. But also love the Sporty red. Looks damn sexy as well.
***** it says 40 hwy and about 28 on city. I go to school and work both full time and live in a busy city and it takes me exactly a week until I have to get gas. (: Gas is amazing!
I think the Accord's design is huge improvement over the last few models. Looks more European, wish they did something similar with the Civic. It is actually a Honda I would consider buying.
We went with the Mazda6, years later and 384k miles, it’s been rock solid. Aside from 5k oil changes, and regular maintenance, the only part I’ve had to replace was the radiator, and a $50 cam shaft sensor. My buddy had an optima and it went through 3 engines and he maintains his cars well by 150k
Very clear-minded, objective and balanced test. The best is that you take into account what each car's strengths are and to what sort of buyer those will appeal to. Good stuff.
I purchased a 2014 vw passat, and so far I love the look. The 1.8T is replacing the older 5 cylinder i think and they are really really really great. It improves MPG slightly, and well, I don't know, I love it, its a great refined car, I love the fact that its ass isn't sticking up in the air like most and pretty good
How times have changed.. The KIA is the most expensive vehicle in this large test?? WOW! Seems like it was just yesterday that the Kia was the cheapest, shittiest car on the block : ).
a Couple days ago I was dying to compare cars for myself. First car I test drove was a 2012 Toyota Camry SE and then headed to the Honda dealer (I'm a Honda Civic Owner by the way) tested a 2013 Honda Accord 4 Cylinder CVT transmission. The Accord being $3000 miles more. Well The Camry had way better made interior (Thank you Lexus) I thought I was driving a Lexus...WOW. The panels, Dash, Doors, were very stylish and the materials were solid like a rock. The Car drove like a dream with it's 6 speed Automatic transmission so smooth and for the car only having a 2.5 4 Cyl engine, plenty of power. The car felt safe, tons of open space around you inside the cabin. After test drive I just sat in it and like WOW was so comfortable too! The Honda Accord I drove, cheaper materials inside the car, Very Choppy CVT transmission that was noticeable right away. Before even getting onto the road out of the dealership I knew the Camry so much better it's comical. I was shocked and I'm an 8th Generation Honda Civic owner and lover. In fact I like my 2011 Civic better than the 2013 Accord. True story. Previous generation but latest model way better than this new Honda. The Accord beating the 2012 + Camry LOL hahahaha good joke...That Camry is on a whole other level.
Someone said cars are over-priced today. In 1998 I bought a 1998 Camry LE for $23,378. Today I can buy an SE with 17" alloys, Navigation, ABS, VSC, Traction Control, spoiler, body kit, leather trim, paddle shifter, 6 spd shiftmatic, transmission versus 4 spd, USB input, CD player, Streaming audio, handsfree phone, 10 air bags versus two, and it's $22,000. You all must be buying the wrong cars. A loaf of bread was 79 cents in 1998, today it's $2.49.
I ended up with a Camry too but sold it after a year, That fake leather dash and doors inserts were just to shiny and glossy and cheap looking and filled with hard plastics. Ended up in a Mazda6 and haven't regretted it. Love the Mazda. A lot of the dash and switch gear reminds me of my BMW 3 series. As for Mazda Reliability, we never had problems with ours, after 6 years we had to replace our transmission on one but only because my dad kept spilling full cups of coffee all over it for 6 years, and had to have the door locks replace after 8 years. That's it. No other problems. We've had four Mazdas and they gave us less problems than our Infinitis, BMWs, Hondas and Chevys. Mazdas are the only cars we've kept longer than 4 years. I liked the Malibu but I don't trust GM anymore. They knew their cars were defective but didn't issue a recall and that led to over 100 people dying. Then to avoid responsibility, they blame pre-bankrupt "Old GM" for covering it up. My moms new Cruze had three separate recalls, I like that car though, felt solid, roomy and nice but three recalls is a bit too much. I just don't trust GM's reliability and I don't trust the company.
@@lesliegarcia5913 Great so far. Its been 4 years now with car and havent had a single issue, just paid for oil changes. I Avg 26 mpg combined and I couldn't be happier.
If you get the Accord then get the coupe (along with the beefed up engine it offers) If you get the mazda get the mazdaspeed version and pull on all your friends early 2000's mustangs at the lights (or the mazdaspeed 3 if you don't like buying used. Yeah I know its a hatchback, but its a hothatch!) If you get the passa-.. No, DON'T get the passat.
Y10Q No. You are quite wrong. Subarus are good for short term reliability. After 100-150k miles, they fall apart(blown head gaskets are common). You are so ignorant and biased. We have many VW's gas and diesel all have been reliable. There is no way you can convince me that they are unreliable. I have had no issues, friends have had no issues, etc. Btw: Fords reliability is worse than VW ever since 2011-2012(not saying they were reliable before). 7 recalls for the 2013 Escape, more for the f150, fire hazards for the 1.6 and 2.0 ecoboost. They're cars are good, quality and reliability is not. We have a new 2.0t, 2.0tdi, 2.5 gas,1.9 Tdi and 2.8 VR6. No issues. The 1.9 Tdi has 300,000 miles and the 2014 2.0t has 10,000 already. I will never buy a Honda or Toyota. Interior quality isn't as good, exterior build quality is almost appalling, driving experience is boring, dated transmissions, dated engines, etc. At least with VW, you get new technologies from Europe.
Brandon Friesen I agree with you in many regards. It's the same reason why you don't buy used Honda Integras if you want a reliable used car. Why? Because most people who own Integras own it to race, floor the accelerator when they get a chance, mod the engine w/o knowing the long-term effects, etc. I know this because my siblings have owned a combined 4 Integra that they bought used and all 4 all crap cars. I think this also applies to people owning BMW 3-series - always hear them talking about racing on the weekends, etc.
violian5 Our neighbours had an Acura Integra. It was the worst car I've ever drive and sat in. And I've been in pretty terrible cars. It was a 94 but it felt 100 years older. Top speed was 80mph, the fuel pump worked 50% of the time.I remember back in 2010 they parked on one side of the road, tried to start it, and there was no fuel pump hum therefore, no start. They pushed it a lot! It also had an average of 21mpg with 90% highway. It was the worst car ever made, at least that particular one was. Last year. they crushed it with their tractor.
In 2014 I went down to the Honda dealer to buy an accord. I hated the cvt transmission. I bought a Mazda 6 for $25k instead and it now has 108,000 miles on it. Hasn't needed a single repair. Even the brake rotors are original. Averaging 31 mpg. Best car I've ever owned
in VW's defense, there is a 1.8T engine in 2014 which is much more efficient than the 5 cylinder. Also, without the Malibu, Fusion, this is more of a foreign mid-sized sedan review.
Most people who stick to Toyota or Honda don't know or care about cars and how they drive. They play safe, based on the old thinking, and buy the brands for one reason, reliability and it's true in most cases. What they don't know is that Toyotas and Hondas are no longer on top and keep paying more (demand) for something they don't get and overlook other brands' better features. This is good because car like Mazda 6 can be bought for cheap (less demand).
It's funny how the most popular car segment in America has two kinda strong competitors, and they both couldn't show up. What a way to represent America.
Passat on the 2'nd place??? Where you pay for every single gadget inside?? Its UNreliable,its expensive,its ugly,thirsty,and its dull VW..did i said unreliable??
I owned a '99 honda accord (transmission, egr, brakes, cat, O2, wheel barrings, suspension). Wife had a '01 honda civic (engine leaking oil, alternator, suspension, bushings). Both made it over 200k. I would consider the reliability to be just average. With that being said, I opted for the 2014 mazda 6 to replace mine. The handling is so much better than any other car I have ever driven, almost addicting to drive around turns. My only complaint is that there is some wind noise from the side mirror at highway speeds and poor rear visibility. Wife got the 2014 Subaru Outback. CVT took some getting used to. Feels much larger and substantial to drive than you would expect looking at it from the exterior. Comfortable spacious interior, excellent visibility. Cant wait to test the AWD in snow. Only complaint is the base climate control and ride quality is just average. Lets be honest, every car has its flaws its a matter of deciding which ones you are willing to put up with.
+doclob Didn't give Mazda a thought until I drove the big CX9. That SUV drove like a much smaller car . I credit Mazda for injecting their"soul of sports car" into all the vehiclesfrom the little MX Miata to the big CX9 they all handle best in their respective classes with maybe only the VW GTi better than the Mazda 3 by a hair
As a 2016 Accord(Wife) and 2017 Mazda 6(Mine) owner, I must say that overall, the mazda is far superior. Everything from looks to aerodynamics is flawless. The smoothness of the ride is second to none. I was not surprised to see it on top of this list. My previous vehicle was a 2004 mazda 6 that gave me 13 great years and 229,000 miles before finally giving me a costly problem. For small families looking for flawless looks, reliability, a smooth ride, and a bang for your buck, go with the Mazda 6.
By the way, the Mazda 6 has a slightly smaller trunk but the fact that the seats fold flat allows you to haul all kinds of stuff. I have hauled a kayak and an interior door.
As stated, if you live in a place where you have a lot of snow and hills or mountains (e.g. New England, Rocky Mountain regions), you have only one option for good traction - Subaru Legacy. That made the decision for us after living with a traditional front drive Honda Accord for ten years that struggles in all kinds of snow. It may rank higher, but it is a pain in the snow.
Decent video, but the bread and butter 1.6T Fusion disqualifies because of turbo? Arguably harder but more interesting would be a $30k cap that allowed the Fusion, Malibu, 14 Passat turbos and hybrids even diesels to compete.
I have been an auto mechanic for 38 years ,and I am very familiar of what under the hood of these cars ,for the money Honda Toyota and Nissan is the way to go ,foe many years Mazda installed plastic oil filter housings that fail and engines locked ,VW no thanks
I'm curious with your hindsight if you would still be recommending the Altima considering that when this video was released there had already been a decade of Nissan decline in reliability thanks to JATCO
Mazda beating a Honda and Toyota for #1? No way. Guarantee the accord and camry will beat it with reliability. This comparison is just based on features and not the quality of the car. And for the record the altima interior is probably the cheapest quality of all these cars.
The Mazda6 has arguable one of the nicest interiors with the Passat rivaling it and the Accord in a distant third. The accord is smooth and refined and the Jetta is poised and ready but the mazda6 is agile and sexy and just begs to be driven.
You're right. I'm in Texas. The Camry/Accord are very popular here, but the Sonata is catching up fast. It IS a head turner with that cool body style and now solid Honda-like reliability.
Mazda has it all over the others in the fun-to-drive category. I think they'll pretty reliable as well, especially since they split from Ford. I have an '04 Mazda 6 4cyl w/ 167,000 miles and it runs like a top. Wicked fun as well. The Accord has always been a great car as well. Surprised the Optima did so poorly though.
They were scurd. As for those suggesting that just because a vehicle is made in Mexico means it's junk...you are idiots. State of the art manufacturing facilities can be built anywhere. Such generalizations are outdated in todays global market.
They said no turbos allowed. The Fully loaded Fusion only comes with a turbo. The base 4cyl is only available in the S and SE trim level. Which wouldn't be a far comparison anyways.
Accord is hands down the best. It's Honda, you can't beat a car that's still going to be running 30 years down the road after being through hell and back. Reliability and style is Honda, that's why I love them.
Toyota Camry #6? Lol. How about you rate cars based off something like, I dont know, reliability? Us family sedan shoppers dont care that much about "standing out"
Yeah, this was based on looks and sporty feel. Toyota Camry crushes the Mazda in reliability and sales. I have the 2014.5 camry se and I love it. I've had Mazda's in the past and don't have much bad to say but to place a Toyota Camry this low is is a joke!
trenitty81 You have no idea I bought my mazda in 2006 this car is the most reliable car I have ever had.. the only thing I had to do with it is to change the oil once a year and get new breaks now it has 150000 miles on it and it drives great.. The toyota is awesome but Id still take the mazda
Zach Yenon Joseph only 150,000? i have a toyota sitting at 360,000 from 2005 and runs smoothly, no problems just changing oil and tires. I had a mazda protege only had 270 thousand and gave me engine problems. Not hating on mazda, but toyota has the best reliability. If mazda can match reliability with toyota... then heck, i will sell my cars to get another mazda.
@Dong Longslapum you gotta be Joking. The Mazda6 is way better than pretty much every car in its class. The Miata sucks especially as far as looks goes. The Mazda6 definitely looks way better than the Miata. Lol...not even close.
Cars have gotten more expensive that is for sure, but it is fair to mention that they are by far the safest, most reliable, most fuel efficient they have ever been. Add to that all the new tech most of them pack and that's why they cost more.
If you factor in inflation, a car today is cheaper than a car from the 1950's, etc. And factor in all the technology that comes with it, you're getting more for your money today.
im1greatman He's actually got a pretty good point. From a price inflation stand point and comparing a car from the 80's or even the 90's. With all the tech and features that come with the cars the price is good. If you don't like these prices on new cars you can get close to the true cost (with inflation involved) similar to those in the 80's and 90's with models closer to the base model (22-25K). Just much better fuel economy. Much safer.I just checked that a base Accord cost 15,000 USD in 1995. That's a little more than 23,000 USD. The price LITERALLY dropped by a little more than a 1,000 for the base model. So no, technically cars have not gotten more expensive. At least from Honda
I have a 2012 Kia Optima EX. Drove it new off the lot in ‘12, put about 140,000 miles on it, and she’s still here today. I don’t know what you mean by “horrible steering” because mine is silky smooth. I love my Optima, have had no engine or transmission issues. It was not affected by the Theta II recall, as it was built in Korea and not in the US.
Full segment comparo? No American cars could 'make it'? Are they sold out? You couldn't go rent a 200, Fusion, Malibu, Regal or Avenger? Together they sell about 750k a year. The Passat, 6 and Legacy don't even sell 200k combined.
More than 200,000 people a year buy the 200 & Avenger. They seem to be pretty happy with their choice as they both get 8s in those consumer review ratings. And you can get a V-6 if you wish, unlike most of the others.
yeah, my dad used to have a simple five cylinder jetta, and he's worked on cars for a long time and that jetta gave him more grief than he's ever had with the Japanese cars he's owned. I've had an accord, camry, and now currently an integra and they're all way easier to work on than that jetta.
Mazda6 looks very nice, and I'm sure it drives well. However over time, it won't hold up to the Accord's reliability and quality, and won't retain nearly as much resale value. For those who keep their cars for only a few years at a time, buy the Mazda. For those who want to keep their cars for a very long time without having to deal with major issues, buy the Accord.
I would rather get a unique and rareish car that almost nobody has and looks somewhat different than the other cars. where as the accord looks similar to a BMW, and its made by Honda as in the Honda everyone hates and will never love, unless its a NSX or S2000. AND Mazda is known for their fun and fast cars like the 1st gen Mazda 6, RX-7,RX-8, Mazda 3 MX-5. So the 6 will actually be better to drive. but for resale value, why would u want to resale ur Mazda 6, unless u want a RX-8 or other sports car =D even then if a person had common sense he or she would buy the accord or camry ,cause its cheap, keep it for a while and then sale it
I have to disagree with you. I just upgraded my 2004 Mazda3 for a 2014 Mazda6. My Mazda3 had 220K miles and I have not had any issues with it in the 10 years I had it. When I had a civic, the alternator, CO2 sensors and transmission went out. While Honda has a great track record, I went with Mazda again for a reason.
?? im confused on what u disagreed with me?? And Mazda does try in racing, they have a great racing history, except for the latest car the f1 looking concept thingy
I rather walk than drive a car with cvt, there's no way the Accord is better than the Mazda 6, lmao but it definitely is way better than a Malibu wtf even a Sonata is better than that lmao
juan tafoya Absolutely agree. I have a 2014 Accord sport and the 6 was better when I test drove it. I got the Accord because I was able to get a good deal and it was reliable. With the sport's paddle shifting you can also sort of force the car to go into higher RPM which makes it more fun to drive. Also, Evan, whoever told you the Malibu is a good car is seriously misinformed.
Tony Stark I didn't ask for your opinion. Besides, I don't base my opinions on what reviewers say. I have a 2014 2LTZ and it is the best sedan on the market..
Evan Ganske yes bro the Malibu is a great car, we didn't say its bad but with all the competition out there with the likes of Accord, Mazda6, Sonata, Altima and Passat, it just can't compare.
You have review the ford fusion in the past. I'm not sure about the Malibu. Had they been featured, where do you think they would be slotted in the comparison?
@hybridlancer2000: The Accord in the video is the EX-L/NAV model that's available in Canada. Usually vehicles in Canada come with more options than US models. BTW this was filmed in Canada...you can tell by looking at the gauges in the cars & also notice that all the cars tested have daytime time running lights (DRL'S)
Just went to our annual autoshow. The Mazda 6 does have one of the most gorgeous exterior but the interior in person is "meh". Plasticky looking and the cabin just doesn't feel ergonomic like the Accord. The Accord, it fits you like a glove.
I didnt care what brand I purchased. However at a dealership that sold both VW and Mazda I ended up with a 2014 Mazda. The acura ILX was the biggest joke for the price and options. I recommend test driving as many vehicles as possible befor desiding on what you like. For me it was hands down the new Mazda grand touring no other premium car had the amount of Tec for the price. Funny, 2 years ago I would not have even gave mazda a chance. It seems to be a different company now. I buy new cars at about every 2.5 to 3 years.
Thanks for the comparison :) Could you do one for compact cars please? Like atleast Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, Mazda 3 and Toyota Camry? Keep up the good work :D
I been a Nissan guy I own a v6 Altima but if I had to choose here id choose the accord Nissan and even more so now last long but the price to maintain is ridiculous they have looks and all but its all about reliability safety and comfort plus the Nissan motors are very unrefined and noisy when I warm upmy Altima in the morning its so loud.......HONDA HANDS DOWN
The Mazda 6 is more sporty and fun to drive obviously but the exterior styling is way better than the rest combined!! Mazda 6 king of the family sedan Sorry Honda Accord and Next time Volkswagen
Imo the Honda Accord deserves to be in 2nd place because honda has the #1 best resale value than any other car brand but the Mazda 6 is definitely #1 on this list
sporty I'll grant you. I dont really like the exterior styling, outside of he headlights, and the interior is not at all refined. it's funny, the only thing I like about the Mazda, outside of the headlights, is the adaptive cruise control. That is a nice feature in this segment. But otherwise, it's interior design to me is totally unrefined, verging on juvenile. It is monotonous and monochrome, and even with every inch of the interior draped in leather, it still looks like a trim level more fit for a Mazda 3 - it actually reminds me of an generation ago or so Nissan Sentra.
For refinement go with the Volkswagen, for the headlights probably Accord. For the total package you just can't beat the Mazda 6, lastly the Mazda 3 and Mazda 6 are both on Car & Drivers top 10 best cars and anything on this list is a no brainer for buyers
juan tafoya the Honda Accord is also on that list and I believe if this had been a comparison where V6 were invited the Accord would pwn! That's just my take.
right after the first 10 seconds i knew mazda6 would be #1. could have done better than this. fishhhyyyyyy... what did mazda give you? dont get me wrong i love them new sexy mazda6, but c'mon dont tell us which one is better based on what serves you better. If thats what your bread-butter is based on then dont be so obvious
They think us parents care about "sexy" and "chic" over reliability, safety and warranty wasnt even mentioned. Apparently there aren't any family men or women involved with this review! And how about that pricing? $30k for a family sedan? I will take base model and out-the-door price around $20
I got mazda 6 2014 and car have noise air at 70km speed more speed more air noise and madza still don't know how to fix 4 month wahiting to fix ait nosie
I see no reason why the Passat ranks so high. It's tied for ugliest with the Subaru. It gets the second worst mpg. It's one of the more expensive. Let's not forget that VW's are notorious for being difficult to maintain and work on (which is a frequent requirement). Like other German cars, they're great driving when they work, but they often don't work.
How is the Passat a surprise? The current generation Passat in NA was designed specifically for that market. Not only that, but VW is known for making cars that feel upscale but don't cost as much. And as far as style, the Passat is the only one worth looking at. They're all trying too hard to achieve some look (the Hyundai wants to look elegant, the Mazda wants to look sporty and exciting, the Kia and Nissan want to look upscale), but the Passat, like all VWs, has nice lines and a clean, distinctive look. Of course aesthetics are subjective, but in that case they shouldn't have taken them into account in the video anyway. It may have scored low in fuel economy, but get a TDI and you're literally getting record-breaking fuel economy (I'm not kidding, look it up--2013 Guinness World Record for lowest fuel consumption across 48 states for a non-hybrid car). The Passat also won 2012 Motor Trend Car of the Year. So it sounds to me like the only thing the Mazda had on it was adaptive cruise control. I'm more surprised that the Passat _didn't_ come out on top.
I owned a Passat from 2007-2013, Great Car! Clean, stylish, lines on the body. Smooth, quiet ride; other than routine maintenance, I had one repair to the line connected to the Turbo for $300. I know Turbos weren't in this competition, but just saying it was a reliable vehicle. My neighbor works on cars all the time, he does concur with the opinions expressed that he hates to work on German vehicles. I haven't driven the Mazda, but Accord and Passat near the top are deserved.
I just got an 03 Camry SE with 204,000 miles on it. Drives so good..
I just got the 2015 Mazda 6. Hot ass car.
Well it suits the Hottie thats driving it..LMAO 😂
I know what U mean. I downsized from my 2000 Accord & got the 2014 Mazda 3 GS Sedan. Loving 😍 everything about it:)
That backside ass of the Mazda 6 is so sexy..lol. Is ur backside just as hot..lol??? Loving the chrome that the 6 has. The Mazda 3 doesnt have chrome on the back. But mine came with a Mini Spoiler. Love my Deep Crystal Blue color. But also love the Sporty red. Looks damn sexy as well.
I'm thinking about getting that. How is it, is the gas good on it?
Get a lexus is350
***** it says 40 hwy and about 28 on city. I go to school and work both full time and live in a busy city and it takes me exactly a week until I have to get gas. (: Gas is amazing!
I think the Accord's design is huge improvement over the last few models. Looks more European, wish they did something similar with the Civic. It is actually a Honda I would consider buying.
We went with the Mazda6, years later and 384k miles, it’s been rock solid. Aside from 5k oil changes, and regular maintenance, the only part I’ve had to replace was the radiator, and a $50 cam shaft sensor. My buddy had an optima and it went through 3 engines and he maintains his cars well by 150k
I wouldnt even look at a vw if i had to choose one i have a 2014.5 camry love it
I HAVE A BLACK 2014.5 CAMRY SE .. FULLY LOADED N I #LOVEINE ALSO 💯👍😇🙄
MINE
I have a 2014.5 SE too. Love it.
Very clear-minded, objective and balanced test. The best is that you take into account what each car's strengths are and to what sort of buyer those will appeal to. Good stuff.
Mazda6 Winner HANDS DOWN.
For my hard earn dollars, I would go with honda accord or camry. 30yrs of reliable track record besides all the bells and whistles.
YESSSSSSSSSS 💕💯👍😇
Rip Mazda being more reliable than Toyota
@4eva evolving not since Renault bought Nissan
This video should've been titled "Mazda 6 and his bitches".
I purchased a 2014 vw passat, and so far I love the look. The 1.8T is replacing the older 5 cylinder i think and they are really really really great. It improves MPG slightly, and well, I don't know, I love it, its a great refined car, I love the fact that its ass isn't sticking up in the air like most and pretty good
I don't understand why I love the passat so much. It's so plain but I can't help it
i got a 14 mazda 6 touring, no regrets whatsoever, its so well rounded together
Hello, can y’all do a 2021 version of this? Would really appreciate it.
@Barack Obama lol
Just bought a 2014 Mazda 6. Thanks for this review!
How is it so far?
So much fun everyday!
OMG I feel so proud. I own a Mazda 6 in 2019. Totally love this car
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And the winners are the Honda Accord and the Mazda6 the two with the best mpg , better quality materials , better interiors and surprisingly refined
How times have changed.. The KIA is the most expensive vehicle in this large test?? WOW! Seems like it was just yesterday that the Kia was the cheapest, shittiest car on the block : ).
yeah, welcome to reality this is 2014 not 1980, u idiot.
Dong Longslapum Lol, funny commented on a 4 year old comment, idiot lol
Damarius Eaton He’s still speaking facts tho lmao
I’m still waiting for my 2012 VW Passat 5 cyl to give me problems. 7 years and 100k miles and still going like a champ...
Because there good cars
a Couple days ago I was dying to compare cars for myself. First car I test drove was a 2012 Toyota Camry SE and then headed to the Honda dealer (I'm a Honda Civic Owner by the way) tested a 2013 Honda Accord 4 Cylinder CVT transmission. The Accord being $3000 miles more. Well The Camry had way better made interior (Thank you Lexus) I thought I was driving a Lexus...WOW. The panels, Dash, Doors, were very stylish and the materials were solid like a rock. The Car drove like a dream with it's 6 speed Automatic transmission so smooth and for the car only having a 2.5 4 Cyl engine, plenty of power. The car felt safe, tons of open space around you inside the cabin. After test drive I just sat in it and like WOW was so comfortable too! The Honda Accord I drove, cheaper materials inside the car, Very Choppy CVT transmission that was noticeable right away. Before even getting onto the road out of the dealership I knew the Camry so much better it's comical. I was shocked and I'm an 8th Generation Honda Civic owner and lover. In fact I like my 2011 Civic better than the 2013 Accord. True story. Previous generation but latest model way better than this new Honda. The Accord beating the 2012 + Camry LOL hahahaha good joke...That Camry is on a whole other level.
I AGREE 💯👍😇
Yeah but the accord is typically more spacious
Someone said cars are over-priced today. In 1998 I bought a 1998 Camry LE for $23,378. Today I can buy an SE with 17" alloys, Navigation, ABS, VSC, Traction Control, spoiler, body kit, leather trim, paddle shifter, 6 spd shiftmatic, transmission versus 4 spd, USB input, CD player, Streaming audio, handsfree phone, 10 air bags versus two, and it's $22,000. You all must be buying the wrong cars. A loaf of bread was 79 cents in 1998, today it's $2.49.
I ended up with a Camry too but sold it after a year, That fake leather dash and doors inserts were just to shiny and glossy and cheap looking and filled with hard plastics. Ended up in a Mazda6 and haven't regretted it. Love the Mazda. A lot of the dash and switch gear reminds me of my BMW 3 series.
As for Mazda Reliability, we never had problems with ours, after 6 years we had to replace our transmission on one but only because my dad kept spilling full cups of coffee all over it for 6 years, and had to have the door locks replace after 8 years. That's it. No other problems. We've had four Mazdas and they gave us less problems than our Infinitis, BMWs, Hondas and Chevys. Mazdas are the only cars we've kept longer than 4 years.
I liked the Malibu but I don't trust GM anymore. They knew their cars were defective but didn't issue a recall and that led to over 100 people dying. Then to avoid responsibility, they blame pre-bankrupt "Old GM" for covering it up. My moms new Cruze had three separate recalls, I like that car though, felt solid, roomy and nice but three recalls is a bit too much. I just don't trust GM's reliability and I don't trust the company.
So many cars?
@@tayokarate 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
How does coffee ruin a transmission???
I just bought a 2013 Ex-L v6 accord used for 15k, lane departure warning, fwd collision alert, camera in side mirror etc. can't go wrong with this car
Hows the reliability
@@lesliegarcia5913 Great so far. Its been 4 years now with car and havent had a single issue, just paid for oil changes. I Avg 26 mpg combined and I couldn't be happier.
If you get the Accord then get the coupe (along with the beefed up engine it offers)
If you get the mazda get the mazdaspeed version and pull on all your friends early 2000's mustangs at the lights (or the mazdaspeed 3 if you don't like buying used. Yeah I know its a hatchback, but its a hothatch!)
If you get the passa-.. No, DON'T get the passat.
says the person who has never owned a Passat, or even a VW probably. Look up consumer reports and consumer reviews all positive reviews
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No. You are quite wrong. Subarus are good for short term reliability. After 100-150k miles, they fall apart(blown head gaskets are common). You are so ignorant and biased. We have many VW's gas and diesel all have been reliable.
There is no way you can convince me that they are unreliable. I have had no issues, friends have had no issues, etc. Btw: Fords reliability is worse than VW ever since 2011-2012(not saying they were reliable before).
7 recalls for the 2013 Escape, more for the f150, fire hazards for the 1.6 and 2.0 ecoboost. They're cars are good, quality and reliability is not. We have a new 2.0t, 2.0tdi, 2.5 gas,1.9 Tdi and 2.8 VR6. No issues. The 1.9 Tdi has 300,000 miles and the 2014 2.0t has 10,000 already.
I will never buy a Honda or Toyota. Interior quality isn't as good, exterior build quality is almost appalling, driving experience is boring, dated transmissions, dated engines, etc. At least with VW, you get new technologies from Europe.
Brandon Friesen I agree with you in many regards. It's the same reason why you don't buy used Honda Integras if you want a reliable used car. Why? Because most people who own Integras own it to race, floor the accelerator when they get a chance, mod the engine w/o knowing the long-term effects, etc. I know this because my siblings have owned a combined 4 Integra that they bought used and all 4 all crap cars. I think this also applies to people owning BMW 3-series - always hear them talking about racing on the weekends, etc.
violian5 Our neighbours had an Acura Integra. It was the worst car I've ever drive and sat in. And I've been in pretty terrible cars. It was a 94 but it felt 100 years older. Top speed was 80mph, the fuel pump worked 50% of the time.I remember back in 2010 they parked on one side of the road, tried to start it, and there was no fuel pump hum therefore, no start. They pushed it a lot! It also had an average of 21mpg with 90% highway. It was the worst car ever made, at least that particular one was.
Last year. they crushed it with their tractor.
Brandon Friesen
Well thats certainly not how they all are. Even most.
Than again I don't have much experience with the non-R type itegras...
In 2014 I went down to the Honda dealer to buy an accord. I hated the cvt transmission. I bought a Mazda 6 for $25k instead and it now has 108,000 miles on it. Hasn't needed a single repair. Even the brake rotors are original. Averaging 31 mpg. Best car I've ever owned
in VW's defense, there is a 1.8T engine in 2014 which is much more efficient than the 5 cylinder. Also, without the Malibu, Fusion, this is more of a foreign mid-sized sedan review.
Man, I just keep watching these reviews only to wait for them to say the obvious: Mazda6 and Passat being market leader by miles.
U just bought the 2014 Honda Accord Sport and I love it, I'm ready to purchase the 20 inch Vossen Wheels
how did it run after 7 yrs
How is it running now?
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Most people who stick to Toyota or Honda don't know or care about cars and how they drive. They play safe, based on the old thinking, and buy the brands for one reason, reliability and it's true in most cases. What they don't know is that Toyotas and Hondas are no longer on top and keep paying more (demand) for something they don't get and overlook other brands' better features. This is good because car like Mazda 6 can be bought for cheap (less demand).
Mazda 6, the best
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@@mohammedmusthafapalapatta8204
You wrong
Honda or Camry should win it
@@paschalagwunobi579 AMEN AMEN AMEN 😀👍👏💯🙏
Great Narrative, storytelling style. Feels like a real tournament
Glad you enjoyed it!
i respect the top 3 cars. but personally I will get the Accord and Mazda over the rest
The the Toyota and the Honda are the only cars that will take you to 250k miles with no problem. I prefer the Honda.
WHAT ARE THE CRITERIA FOR THIS COMPARISON TEST?
I think it was random selection.
6 years later now. I wonder which of these have had the fewest problems and are still good daily drivers?
I'm hoping the Honda...I just bought a 2013
I have a 2013 and no problems on my altima
8. Altima
7. Passat
6. Kia
5. Hyundai
4. Subaru
3. Mazda
2. Honda
1. Toyota Camry.
* Reliability is very important. Looks are superficial!
It's funny how the most popular car segment in America has two kinda strong competitors, and they both couldn't show up. What a way to represent America.
Passat on the 2'nd place??? Where you pay for every single gadget inside?? Its UNreliable,its expensive,its ugly,thirsty,and its dull VW..did i said unreliable??
I owned a '99 honda accord (transmission, egr, brakes, cat, O2, wheel barrings, suspension). Wife had a '01 honda civic (engine leaking oil, alternator, suspension, bushings). Both made it over 200k. I would consider the reliability to be just average.
With that being said, I opted for the 2014 mazda 6 to replace mine. The handling is so much better than any other car I have ever driven, almost addicting to drive around turns. My only complaint is that there is some wind noise from the side mirror at highway speeds and poor rear visibility.
Wife got the 2014 Subaru Outback. CVT took some getting used to. Feels much larger and substantial to drive than you would expect looking at it from the exterior. Comfortable spacious interior, excellent visibility. Cant wait to test the AWD in snow. Only complaint is the base climate control and ride quality is just average.
Lets be honest, every car has its flaws its a matter of deciding which ones you are willing to put up with.
+doclob Didn't give Mazda a thought until I drove the big CX9. That SUV drove like a much smaller car . I credit Mazda for injecting their"soul of sports car" into all the vehiclesfrom the little MX Miata to the big CX9 they all handle best in their respective classes with maybe only the VW GTi better than the Mazda 3 by a hair
Accord by a long shot! Only vehicle in the class that doesn't pimp out (fleet) its cars
Sunshine InBoca ummmm really
@@CarringtonHollister yea...my 14 accord still going strong @130k...when have you seen an accord at the rental agency?
Sunshine InBoca what makes you think the others are rental kings
I have a '07 Mazda 3 and it still runs amazingly well. I'm going to get a 2014 Mazda 3 S Grand Touring some time next year.
I like the Mazda 6, design is really amazing. The Accord obviously is also great!
As a 2016 Accord(Wife) and 2017 Mazda 6(Mine) owner, I must say that overall, the mazda is far superior. Everything from looks to aerodynamics is flawless. The smoothness of the ride is second to none. I was not surprised to see it on top of this list. My previous vehicle was a 2004 mazda 6 that gave me 13 great years and 229,000 miles before finally giving me a costly problem. For small families looking for flawless looks, reliability, a smooth ride, and a bang for your buck, go with the Mazda 6.
Let's not forget the price of VW parts.. IMO Honda jumps to 2nd on that alone
i paid 750 for ignition replacement then bunch of money for spark plug replacements and other stuff..EVERYTHING vw cost like double
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By the way, the Mazda 6 has a slightly smaller trunk but the fact that the seats fold flat allows you to haul all kinds of stuff. I have hauled a kayak and an interior door.
I'm six foot tall and I fit in the optima just fine. I love that car.
Me too! I'm 6'2 and couldn't be happier with my Kia
joey olton Me to im 5'6 and I fit just fine!
Optimas are great! Roomy as shit and they comfortable as hell
As stated, if you live in a place where you have a lot of snow and hills or mountains (e.g. New England, Rocky Mountain regions), you have only one option for good traction - Subaru Legacy. That made the decision for us after living with a traditional front drive Honda Accord for ten years that struggles in all kinds of snow. It may rank higher, but it is a pain in the snow.
honda accord has been number 1 for years and it always be.. love my 2013 Honda accord exl
Yaaas Honda Accord is bae
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Decent video, but the bread and butter 1.6T Fusion disqualifies because of turbo? Arguably harder but more interesting would be a $30k cap that allowed the Fusion, Malibu, 14 Passat turbos and hybrids even diesels to compete.
for me
1,honda accord
2. Mazda 6
3.Toyota camry
4. Nissan Ultima
5. Volkswagen pas sat.
I thought it was spelled Altima
@@DeeeBeee123 U TOOK THE WORDS RIGHT OUT OF MY MOUTH🖒💯❤✔💙😎💛
The Honda accord gets my vote,I own it 11 months and never been happier.L o v e i t ! ! !
I have been an auto mechanic for 38 years ,and I am very familiar of what under the hood of these cars ,for the money Honda Toyota and Nissan is the way to go ,foe many years Mazda installed plastic oil filter housings that fail and engines locked ,VW no thanks
I'm curious with your hindsight if you would still be recommending the Altima considering that when this video was released there had already been a decade of Nissan decline in reliability thanks to JATCO
Mazda beating a Honda and Toyota for #1? No way. Guarantee the accord and camry will beat it with reliability. This comparison is just based on features and not the quality of the car.
And for the record the altima interior is probably the cheapest quality of all these cars.
Accord over all for me! That's one brilliant car!
The Kia came in 8th, not 7th. It was last out of 8. Just an FYI. Great video guys. Keep it up.
The Mazda6 has arguable one of the nicest interiors with the Passat rivaling it and the Accord in a distant third. The accord is smooth and refined and the Jetta is poised and ready but the mazda6 is agile and sexy and just begs to be driven.
You're right. I'm in Texas. The Camry/Accord are very popular here, but the Sonata is catching up fast. It IS a head turner with that cool body style and now solid Honda-like reliability.
Mazda has it all over the others in the fun-to-drive category. I think they'll pretty reliable as well, especially since they split from Ford. I have an '04 Mazda 6 4cyl w/ 167,000 miles and it runs like a top. Wicked fun as well.
The Accord has always been a great car as well. Surprised the Optima did so poorly though.
I have VW Passat 2013 2.5 l and I love it.
Loving my 15 altima so far!! Gets the job done for me.
I got a 2014 VW Passat and I gotta say I love it
wait for something break, it will be at least $500 to replace................anything
why couldnt the Ford Fusion and Chevy Mailbu make it?
Because they're both under engineered domestic/Mexican junk that doesn't even compete with anything in the segment LOL.
Zinizzle Mexican junk?? you must be a real idiot
Enrique Ortiz he's right, they really ARE mexican junk(s). As much as I love ford, they're just bad with their cars.
They were scurd. As for those suggesting that just because a vehicle is made in Mexico means it's junk...you are idiots. State of the art manufacturing facilities can be built anywhere. Such generalizations are outdated in todays global market.
They said no turbos allowed. The Fully loaded Fusion only comes with a turbo. The base 4cyl is only available in the S and SE trim level. Which wouldn't be a far comparison anyways.
Great Review. And some great comments below. Please also do a similar comparison in the large sedan segment.
Accord is hands down the best. It's Honda, you can't beat a car that's still going to be running 30 years down the road after being through hell and back. Reliability and style is Honda, that's why I love them.
i literally drove my '91 accord into a tree and it was still running after
A variant of the Fusion sits in the middle of the starting lineup in deep red.
Toyota Camry #6? Lol. How about you rate cars based off something like, I dont know, reliability? Us family sedan shoppers dont care that much about "standing out"
Yeah, this was based on looks and sporty feel. Toyota Camry crushes the Mazda in reliability and sales. I have the 2014.5 camry se and I love it. I've had Mazda's in the past and don't have much bad to say but to place a Toyota Camry this low is is a joke!
trenitty81 You have no idea I bought my mazda in 2006 this car is the most reliable car I have ever had.. the only thing I had to do with it is to change the oil once a year and get new breaks now it has 150000 miles on it and it drives great..
The toyota is awesome but Id still take the mazda
The Camry is #1.. It's like a Lexus, the new ones are. Camry getting way more car than you are paying for.
Zach Yenon Joseph only 150,000? i have a toyota sitting at 360,000 from 2005 and runs smoothly, no problems just changing oil and tires. I had a mazda protege only had 270 thousand and gave me engine problems. Not hating on mazda, but toyota has the best reliability. If mazda can match reliability with toyota... then heck, i will sell my cars to get another mazda.
toyota #1 then Honda cause Jesus drove a Honda the bible says it's so
This review is very misleading. The Accord is not an EX-L with Navigation. It is a 4 cylinder Touring available in Canada.
i have mazda 6 2014 realy good car
Mazda Zoom - Zoom
I know it's been a few years but do u still have the car has it been reliable? Asking cuz I just got one first car.
@Dong Longslapum you gotta be Joking. The Mazda6 is way better than pretty much every car in its class. The Miata sucks especially as far as looks goes. The Mazda6 definitely looks way better than the Miata. Lol...not even close.
@@markjones5757 true lol I personally own the Mazda 6 Sports GT Wagon and it's great 2019 model HAHAHA
robertomasymas They had V6 engines, I think. The reviewers said that V6 wasn't allowed in the contest.
They all seem overpriced to me like nearly every car on the market nowadays.
Cars have gotten more expensive that is for sure, but it is fair to mention that they are by far the safest, most reliable, most fuel efficient they have ever been. Add to that all the new tech most of them pack and that's why they cost more.
TheFloridaartist I don't look at it like that. Gouging is gouging regardless. Greed is the worst thing to ever happen to this country.
If you factor in inflation, a car today is cheaper than a car from the 1950's, etc. And factor in all the technology that comes with it, you're getting more for your money today.
violian5 No where near the truth of the matter.
im1greatman He's actually got a pretty good point. From a price inflation stand point and comparing a car from the 80's or even the 90's. With all the tech and features that come with the cars the price is good. If you don't like these prices on new cars you can get close to the true cost (with inflation involved) similar to those in the 80's and 90's with models closer to the base model (22-25K). Just much better fuel economy. Much safer.I just checked that a base Accord cost 15,000 USD in 1995. That's a little more than 23,000 USD. The price LITERALLY dropped by a little more than a 1,000 for the base model. So no, technically cars have not gotten more expensive. At least from Honda
I have a 2012 Kia Optima EX. Drove it new off the lot in ‘12, put about 140,000 miles on it, and she’s still here today. I don’t know what you mean by “horrible steering” because mine is silky smooth. I love my Optima, have had no engine or transmission issues. It was not affected by the Theta II recall, as it was built in Korea and not in the US.
I love Honda Accords and Hyundai Sonatas
The honda accord that was used in this video was a V6 model. 4 cylinder does not have the LED day time running light.
Full segment comparo? No American cars could 'make it'? Are they sold out? You couldn't go rent a 200, Fusion, Malibu, Regal or Avenger? Together they sell about 750k a year. The Passat, 6 and Legacy don't even sell 200k combined.
Didn't you understand what he just said.. He doesn't want to include turbo charged engines...
they were probably stuck in the shop, getting fixed
Y10Q or on fire, with the Fusions 1.6 and 2.0 ecoboost fuel leaking issues.
A 200 or an Avenger? These guys did those cars a favor by NOT hosting them.
More than 200,000 people a year buy the 200 & Avenger. They seem to be pretty happy with their choice as they both get 8s in those consumer review ratings. And you can get a V-6 if you wish, unlike most of the others.
yeah, my dad used to have a simple five cylinder jetta, and he's worked on cars for a long time and that jetta gave him more grief than he's ever had with the Japanese cars he's owned. I've had an accord, camry, and now currently an integra and they're all way easier to work on than that jetta.
I hope they remake this video for the current year, if it isn't too early :)
I would still get the new accord because the styling of it reminds alot about my current 2000 honda accord lx
Mazda6 looks very nice, and I'm sure it drives well. However over time, it won't hold up to the Accord's reliability and quality, and won't retain nearly as much resale value. For those who keep their cars for only a few years at a time, buy the Mazda. For those who want to keep their cars for a very long time without having to deal with major issues, buy the Accord.
I would rather get a unique and rareish car that almost nobody has and looks somewhat different than the other cars. where as the accord looks similar to a BMW, and its made by Honda as in the Honda everyone hates and will never love, unless its a NSX or S2000. AND Mazda is known for their fun and fast cars like the 1st gen Mazda 6, RX-7,RX-8, Mazda 3 MX-5. So the 6 will actually be better to drive. but for resale value, why would u want to resale ur Mazda 6, unless u want a RX-8 or other sports car =D even then if a person had common sense he or she would buy the accord or camry ,cause its cheap, keep it for a while and then sale it
and if u see other reviews on previous and current gen Mazda6 against other sedans, Mazda 6 seems to win,always.
I have to disagree with you. I just upgraded my 2004 Mazda3 for a 2014 Mazda6. My Mazda3 had 220K miles and I have not had any issues with it in the 10 years I had it. When I had a civic, the alternator, CO2 sensors and transmission went out. While Honda has a great track record, I went with Mazda again for a reason.
?? im confused on what u disagreed with me?? And Mazda does try in racing, they have a great racing history, except for the latest car the f1 looking concept thingy
MasterChief0000117 I was responding to Superion Solace's initial comment. Perhaps I hit reply in the wrong place.
Great video Autoguide. Similar comparisons for other segments should follow!
The Honda Accord is the best
Not until you drive a Malibu..
I rather walk than drive a car with cvt, there's no way the Accord is better than the Mazda 6, lmao but it definitely is way better than a Malibu wtf even a Sonata is better than that lmao
juan tafoya Absolutely agree. I have a 2014 Accord sport and the 6 was better when I test drove it. I got the Accord because I was able to get a good deal and it was reliable. With the sport's paddle shifting you can also sort of force the car to go into higher RPM which makes it more fun to drive. Also, Evan, whoever told you the Malibu is a good car is seriously misinformed.
Tony Stark I didn't ask for your opinion. Besides, I don't base my opinions on what reviewers say. I have a 2014 2LTZ and it is the best sedan on the market..
Evan Ganske yes bro the Malibu is a great car, we didn't say its bad but with all the competition out there with the likes of Accord, Mazda6, Sonata, Altima and Passat, it just can't compare.
Ford Fusion didn't make it? by what criteria..? It's the best of all this here..
Honda all the way
You have review the ford fusion in the past. I'm not sure about the Malibu. Had they been featured, where do you think they would be slotted in the comparison?
Honda Accord all the way! 👍👍😊☺😃. Everything else loses its value faster😭
@hybridlancer2000: The Accord in the video is the EX-L/NAV model that's available in Canada. Usually vehicles in Canada come with more options than US models. BTW this was filmed in Canada...you can tell by looking at the gauges in the cars & also notice that all the cars tested have daytime time running lights (DRL'S)
The Mazda 6 just stood out.
maybe because it was red, while all the others were black and gray...
Just went to our annual autoshow. The Mazda 6 does have one of the most gorgeous exterior but the interior in person is "meh". Plasticky looking and the cabin just doesn't feel ergonomic like the Accord. The Accord, it fits you like a glove.
violian5 but it's a boring car to drive. Unless you go for that Manual Coupe ;)
I drive it in sports mode to make it less boring otherwise ya need a stick.
Got tired of slow traffic so got my first auto in a long time.
I didnt care what brand I purchased. However at a dealership that sold both VW and Mazda I ended up with a 2014 Mazda. The acura ILX was the biggest joke for the price and options. I recommend test driving as many vehicles as possible befor desiding on what you like. For me it was hands down the new Mazda grand touring no other premium car had the amount of Tec for the price. Funny, 2 years ago I would not have even gave mazda a chance. It seems to be a different company now. I buy new cars at about every 2.5 to 3 years.
Have to admit that the mazda looks the best.
The Accord wheels shown in the video are not stock. Are these wheels Honda sent with test vehicle? I prefer these wheels over the stock.
MAZDA 6 ALL THE WAY!
Thanks for the comparison :)
Could you do one for compact cars please?
Like atleast Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, Mazda 3 and Toyota Camry?
Keep up the good work :D
I been a Nissan guy I own a v6 Altima but if I had to choose here id choose the accord Nissan and even more so now last long but the price to maintain is ridiculous they have looks and all but its all about reliability safety and comfort plus the Nissan motors are very unrefined and noisy when I warm upmy Altima in the morning its so loud.......HONDA HANDS DOWN
Excellent review! Way to jam all that information concisely in 10 minutes!
The Mazda 6 is more sporty and fun to drive obviously but the exterior styling is way better than the rest combined!! Mazda 6 king of the family sedan Sorry Honda Accord and Next time Volkswagen
I'll take the Accord over the 6. It looks a lot more luxurious and refined, IMO.
Imo the Honda Accord deserves to be in 2nd place because honda has the #1 best resale value than any other car brand but the Mazda 6 is definitely #1 on this list
sporty I'll grant you. I dont really like the exterior styling, outside of he headlights, and the interior is not at all refined. it's funny, the only thing I like about the Mazda, outside of the headlights, is the adaptive cruise control. That is a nice feature in this segment. But otherwise, it's interior design to me is totally unrefined, verging on juvenile. It is monotonous and monochrome, and even with every inch of the interior draped in leather, it still looks like a trim level more fit for a Mazda 3 - it actually reminds me of an generation ago or so Nissan Sentra.
For refinement go with the Volkswagen, for the headlights probably Accord. For the total package you just can't beat the Mazda 6, lastly the Mazda 3 and Mazda 6 are both on Car & Drivers top 10 best cars and anything on this list is a no brainer for buyers
juan tafoya the Honda Accord is also on that list and I believe if this had been a comparison where V6 were invited the Accord would pwn! That's just my take.
Which car do you have with 130 k on it ? and I heard older mazda had many issues. This newer one is untested in terms of long use.
right after the first 10 seconds i knew mazda6 would be #1. could have done better than this. fishhhyyyyyy... what did mazda give you? dont get me wrong i love them new sexy mazda6, but c'mon dont tell us which one is better based on what serves you better. If thats what your bread-butter is based on then dont be so obvious
They think us parents care about "sexy" and "chic" over reliability, safety and warranty wasnt even mentioned. Apparently there aren't any family men or women involved with this review! And how about that pricing? $30k for a family sedan? I will take base model and out-the-door price around $20
I got mazda 6 2014 and car have noise air at 70km speed more speed more air noise and madza still don't know how to fix 4 month wahiting to fix ait nosie
Get a Honda
still did not know how to fix lol fail Car
I see no reason why the Passat ranks so high. It's tied for ugliest with the Subaru. It gets the second worst mpg. It's one of the more expensive. Let's not forget that VW's are notorious for being difficult to maintain and work on (which is a frequent requirement). Like other German cars, they're great driving when they work, but they often don't work.
The passat's 1.8T is a sleeper engine.
Only 2 that I know of that offer manual trans is VW and Accord? Do any other of these offer manual trans?
How is the Passat a surprise? The current generation Passat in NA was designed specifically for that market. Not only that, but VW is known for making cars that feel upscale but don't cost as much. And as far as style, the Passat is the only one worth looking at. They're all trying too hard to achieve some look (the Hyundai wants to look elegant, the Mazda wants to look sporty and exciting, the Kia and Nissan want to look upscale), but the Passat, like all VWs, has nice lines and a clean, distinctive look. Of course aesthetics are subjective, but in that case they shouldn't have taken them into account in the video anyway.
It may have scored low in fuel economy, but get a TDI and you're literally getting record-breaking fuel economy (I'm not kidding, look it up--2013 Guinness World Record for lowest fuel consumption across 48 states for a non-hybrid car). The Passat also won 2012 Motor Trend Car of the Year. So it sounds to me like the only thing the Mazda had on it was adaptive cruise control. I'm more surprised that the Passat _didn't_ come out on top.
I agree, Passat should be #1 and Honda Accord #2. And what the heck is '"adaptive cruise control"? I rarely use my ordinary cruise control.
I owned a Passat from 2007-2013, Great Car! Clean, stylish, lines on the body. Smooth, quiet ride; other than routine maintenance, I had one repair to the line connected to the Turbo for $300. I know Turbos weren't in this competition, but just saying it was a reliable vehicle. My neighbor works on cars all the time, he does concur with the opinions expressed that he hates to work on German vehicles. I haven't driven the Mazda, but Accord and Passat near the top are deserved.
I like the comparison but you have to take in the reliability. What will have less issues in the long run and retain its value camry or mazda?