Mazda6 new version launched with super cheap price, beautiful design overwhelms both Toyota Camry and Kia K5

Mazda is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Mazda6 family with a special edition of the four-door sedan along with a few new updates to the aging third-generation model. The Mazda6 20th Anniversary Edition has been confirmed for the Japanese and Australian markets, with market-specific powertrains. This is certainly information that makes Toyota Camry and Kia K5 – direct competitors to Mazda6 have to “stand still”.

The new Mazda6 Decade 2nd Special Edition is visually distinguished by 20th anniversary badges on the front fenders, while the grille and 19-inch alloy wheels are finished in glossy silver. looks more upscale. For the exterior, buyers can choose between Artisan Red Premium Metallic and Rhodium White Metallic.

Inside, the Toyota Camry and Kia K5 rival models feature a combination of brown Leganu synthetic suede and Nappa leather for the seats, doors and dashboard bottom, and 20th anniversary badges printed. floating on the headrest. In addition, the special edition Mazda6 also has fawn stitching and an optional electric sliding sunroof. Despite the nice touches in particular, the interior design is starting to feel dated, missing out on modern features like a large touchscreen infotainment and digital instrument cluster. .

The Mazda6 20th Anniversary Edition in Japan is only available with the turbocharged SkyActiv-D 2.2L diesel engine, which produces 197 hp and 450 Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to the front wheels or all four wheels through a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Meanwhile, customers in Australia receive a special 20th Anniversary package with a turbocharged Skyactiv-G 2.5L petrol engine that produces 232 hp and 420 Nm of torque. Similarly, power is transmitted to the front wheels or to all four wheels through a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The Mazda6 20th anniversary version in the Japanese market is priced at 4,422,000 yen (about 764 million VND) for the FWD version and 4,662,900 yen (805 million VND) for the 4WD version. This price is very attractive, enough to help Mazda’s model put pressure on Toyota Camry and Kia K5. Prices for the 20th anniversary Mazda6 special edition in Australia will be announced in early 2023.