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2003 Mazda Mazda6 |
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by shoplmart  in Cars & Motorsports,  - Top 10
Apr 09 '03 - Updated Feb 02 '04
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Handling, Standard amenities, Price of most options.
Cons: Acceleration, Interior design.
The Bottom Line: If you are in the market for a 4-cylinder sports sedan the Mazda6i is worth a test drive.
Mazda has always been sort of a shadow in the family car market. While cars like Accord, Taurus, Grand Am, and Camry all had their claims to fame, the late Mazda 626 meant nothing but 3 meaningless numbers to most consumers. For 2003 Mazda has ...
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by mkaresh  in Cars & Motorsports, - Top 10
Apr 10 '03 - Updated Jun 22 '05
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great steering and handling, tasteful in and out, good power with the six, price
Cons: Four lacks power, ride
The Bottom Line: The best moderately-priced midsize sedan for the enthusiast.
I’ve been looking forward to driving the Mazda 6 for about two years now, ever since I learned that the replacement for the entirely forgettable 626 would be worthy of the “zoom zoom” tagline. Or so Mazda’s advance P.R. claimed. Would it ...
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by nick1326 - Top 100
Jan 26 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: 100% fun, truly a blast to drive. Very well made, and feels it.
Cons: "Mazda Deception"; base price is very reasonable, but options are misleadingly "package" based
The Bottom Line: A true all-star - Mazda has put the fun and sportiness back into sports sedans and has done it for ALOT CHEAPER! Way to go Mazda! Zoom Zoom!
I couldn't help but start with such a cheesy title! After all, cornball as it may sound, it doesn't get any truer; this is a true "comeback" year in the automotive industry... Perhaps one can cite the hurting economy -- Car manufacturers are starving,...
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by MASTERNC
Feb 02 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Peppy engine, well-planned features, sporty handling
Cons: Interior materials, packages make getting options harder and more expensive, rare manual/V6 combo
The Bottom Line: The Accord is still a good buy, but the Mazda 6 is a welcome change from the "vanilla" of the family market and just as good.
In the recent decade, sedan manufacturers have been involved in two indirect competitions. The first contest is to see which manufacturer can top the rest when it comes to a typical $20-25K family sedan. The second contest is to see if anyone can...
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by vwbeje07
Jun 16 '07 - Updated Oct 03 '07
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: strong engine, lots of features, sporty looks
Cons: comfort, first year bugs, "numb" steering
The Bottom Line: Definitely looks more sporty than it is, yet then again this car would match so many peoples ego's.
Let me first start off by saying this is not my car, it is my mothers and figuring that I have driven it for a few weeks at a time, and rode in it quite a bit, I feel I have spent enough time with the car to form my opinions and share it with you. This ...
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by Mikeman075
Jan 27 '03 - Updated Jan 29 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Outstanding handling and steering, lusty V6, tasteful styling, roomy and comfortable,well crafted interior
Cons: Options packages are frustrating for now, and where are the wagon and hatch models???
The Bottom Line: Mazda has hit a grand slam home run. The 6 is a no compromises high quality sport sedan with the comfort and convenience of a family car.
Many sedan shoppers may have forgotten about Mazda over the past few years. Why you may ask? The reason is quite simple: Mazda was trying to be Honda and Toyota. While it's easy for those manufactures to produce mass market conservative...
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by mkrman
Oct 04 '03 - Updated Oct 11 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Styling, driving experience
Cons: "First year" issues, rust problems
The Bottom Line: I recommend this car with reservations. I am particularly worried about the rust problem and how Mazda plans to rectify this.
I purchased a 2003 Mazda6i on May 19, 2003. My car is Redfire Metallic with an automatic transmission and premium package (alloy wheels and power driver's seat). I chose this car over the Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, and Toyota Camry largely due to the su ...
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by darmc96
Jan 24 '03 - Updated Apr 13 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great engine, interior, handling, quality feel
Cons: None that I saw
The Bottom Line: If you like to drive and want a mid-size car, this is the car for you. Great Car! Mazda's Back!
The contestants:
2003 Mazda 6s, 5-Speed Manual Transmission, $25,445 Sticker Price
2003 Nissan Altima 3.5SE, 5 Speed Manual Transmission, $28,483 Sticker Price
Common Options:
Leather Interior
Premium Stereo
Sun Roof...
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by jstand6
Sep 04 '03 - Updated Dec 10 '03
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No 
Pros: Excellent handling, sleek design, quality interior, decent 4-cylinder power
Cons: RUST! New model problems, option packaging, firm ride (to some)
The Bottom Line: Although this is a wonderful car to drive, multiple problems and possible rusting make this a no-go. Want one? Wait a couple of years.
I purchased this 2003 Mazda6 i in San Diego, CA on July 18, 2003. The MSRP was $20,000 and I paid $16,900 after dealer discounts and manufacturer rebates. Following are this vehicle's major specifications and options: **2003 Mazda6 i** 2.3L DOHC I-4 ...
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by StretchSJE
Feb 02 '03 - Updated Apr 20 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Engine, handling, steering, suspension, ride, interior and exterior styling, lots more...
Cons: Minor rattle from sunglasses holder when I got the car. Heater can blow air unevenly.
The Bottom Line: You owe it to yourself to drive this car.
2003 4cyl Mazda6 MT
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If Batman drives the Batmobile, Bruce Wayne could very well drive the Mazda6. It is a car of two distinct personalities, but always wears the four-door...
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by drdiaboloco
Oct 20 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Handling, brakes, steering, and styling that will make your heart race.
Cons: Could use more low-end torque, hard to find with a manual and a V6.
The Bottom Line: If you value the "sport" side of a sports sedan, you can't really go wrong with this car.
So new car time came a-knockin' and I had a few definite ideas in mind when it came to what I wanted to make payments on for the next five years. :) First, it had to at least have the IDEA that it was a sports car. Secondly, it simply HAD to have a ...
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by torgo11
Apr 03 '03 - Updated Nov 17 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: BMW-like handling at around 25K loaded, terrific looks
Cons: Somewhat questionable build quality in some minor areas
The Bottom Line: Great car for the enthusiast driver who needs four doors and can't afford buying/fixing a Bimmer.
I bought one of the first Mazda6s available in the US in late November of last year. Options: V6, Bose, sunroof, leather, comfort, auto. I paid 23K (about 1800 off sticker). I consider that to be an excellent deal for such a terrific car. As several ...
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by sduncanae
Jan 30 '04 - Updated Apr 30 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: High level of standard equipment. Great handling.
Cons: Uninspired power train. Seat fabric.
The Bottom Line: I would purchase this car again because of it's unique styling and bias towards handling over predictability.
This review pertains to the 2003 Mazda 6i Automatic. I’ve owned all kinds of sporty cars and SUVs, but there is something to be said for a small four door sedan. The driving effort is low, and its small enough to be maneuverable, yet large enough ...
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by djbeman
Feb 04 '03 - Updated Feb 05 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Sharp steering, suspension holds roads and soaks up bumps, quiet interior
Cons: Busy center stack and steering wheel, options are a Gordian knot
The Bottom Line: I recommend that anybody searching for a competent sedan that doesn't wear the angled-H or circle-T check out the 6. But be prepared to play the options package shell game.
updates posted at bottom 2/5/03
Caveat: I didn't even ask the dealer for a quote on what I tested as it had nothing but V6 and manual tranny.
Preface; I need to get a new car soon for a variety of reasons. I'm in love with the WRX,...
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by skylam
May 17 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: European quality finish, quiet powerful engine, adequate interior room, and a huge trunk.
Cons: Packages are not well-defined and makes additonal options expensive, confusing.
The Bottom Line: I would definitely recommend Mazda6 over Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sentra, Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, and Nissan Altima. European-quality car at an affordable price.
Smaller than the competition, but sportier
Mazda's replacement for the 626, the new Mazda6, has been a long time coming - at least it seems that way. It was introduced to the rest of the world more than a year ago. Mazda Canada could have...
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