The Mazda 6 was already facelifted nearly two years ago, but that hasn’t stopped Hiroshima from improving its D-segment contender for the 2017 model year. The updates consist of some interior revisions, minor tweaks to the powertrain, improved refinement and added technologies, many of which were derived from the facelifted Mazda 3.
You won’t find any changes to the outside of the car, bar new wing mirror indicator strips and a new premium Machine Grey paint option from the new CX-9 SUV. The revamp is more apparent inside, with the biggest change being the new three-spoke steering wheel, also taken from the CX-9.
Also revised is the Active Driving Display – the head-up display is now full-colour and has increased brightness, contrast and definition for improved legibility, while the angle, brightness and content settings for each driver can now be saved in the memory buttons on the powered driver’s seat.
The multi-information display in the instrument cluster has also been upgraded to a full-colour screen and includes added functionality such as a redesigned water temperature gauge and a graphic compass. Other more subtle revisions include a steering wheel heater, a revised rear centre armrest with stitching and plating around the rear seat heater controls, as well as a new overhead console with LED downlights.
Introduced on the update is a high-quality interior package, adding Nappa leather upholstery, black headlining with the black or almond leather options, titanium-coloured trim on the dashboard, power window switch panels and transmission tunnel, titanium-coloured seat piping, extra leather trim on the steering wheel with special chidori stitching and additional satin chrome-plated switches and trim.
Under the skin, the throttle response has been made more linear on models equipped with the six-speed SkyActiv-Drive automatic transmission, thanks to more refined torque rise characteristics. The updated 6 also sees the introduction of the new G-Vectoring Control system which modulates engine torque to optimise vertical load on each wheel, improving steering response and stability.
The 2.2 litre SkyActiv-D diesel engine, on the other hand, receives refinements such as High-Precision DE Boost Control to sharpen throttle response, as well as a Natural Sound Smoother piston pin damper and more finely-controlled fuel injection timing (Natural Sound Frequency Control) to reduce knock and engine vibration, improving refinement.
Meanwhile, rolling refinement has been improved, with noise entry through gaps reduced via the use of weather strip terminals around doors, improved sealing around the rear door trims and between the seaming welts and body flanges in the front and rear doors. There’s also thicker front door glass and wider application of sound insulation in the headliner, while top models receive acoustic glass on the front side windows.
Safety-wise, the i-Activsense suite of driver assistance systems has been bolstered by the new Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) – this feature detects speed limit, no entry and stop signs, and will warn drivers visually and acoustically if they exceed that signposted limit.
Additionally, there’s now an Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS) which switches from the previous infrared laser sensor to a forward-facing camera, widening the operating speed range and making it easier for the system to detect pedestrians. The higher-speed Smart Brake Support (SBS) also benefits from the new camera, and now works at speeds of up to 160 km/h, 15 km/h higher than before.
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You can get pre-reg brand-new 3 series for rm180-185k.
Shop around for the sake of yourself.
The F30 doesn’t even come close in terms of features, space and reliability. It’s just for brand name whores
I own both the 320i and a cbu maz6, the tech inside the bmw is definitely miles ahead of the mazda
No reverse cam!
Brothers is there for u!
errr…the tech inside the Axia is also definitely miles ahead of the bmw
Nothing compares with Lotus handling
No doubt about that BUT your beemer also visits the workshop very frequent. The Japanese keeps their design simple, which is why only Audi among the German marque made it to top 10 most reliable car.
lol audi reliable…what world you living in
Just top up a bit & buy BMW 330e. Fullstop
That will blow all other 3 series new and old out of the water
Pretty gay boys just wanna look pretty in F30, bought by sugar daddy.
They should make the metal lining of the front grille glow at night..
they already have..it’s has LED DRL strip under the grille (see first gallery pic).
wow this means those that are booking the 2.2 Diesel will get this model since it’s CBU ?
Meanwhile in this country, Mazda Malaysia is losing interest to grow their sales volumes by offering a half baked facelift for the Mazda 6 2.0 models.
Our facelifted Mazda 6 2.0 is the same as any other facelifted Mazda 6 without the new LED headlights. Anywhere in the world, cars with halogen headlights get the same exterior styling as the pre-facelift, with only the interior being changed.
Mazda Singapore is somehow able to offer a full-baked Mazda 6 2.0 Executive complete with LED headlights and other stuff. http://www.mazda.com.sg/wp-content/plugins/pdf-viewer-for-wordpress/web/viewer-shortcode.php?file=http://www.mazda.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Mazda6_7Jan_brochure-export-2.pdf&settings=011000010&lang=en-US#page=&zoom=auto
he’s saying the pre-facelift look memang comes with the halogen headlamps la.
the singapore one is with led headlights.
As a counterpoint, here’s the Mazda 6 range in the United States – which comes exclusively with the 2.5 litre engine, no less.
https://www.mazdausa.com/vehicles/mazda6/trims
As you can see, only the range-topping Grand Touring, which has the LED headlights, gets the exterior makeover. It’s the same story in Malaysia.
In the end, D-segment buyers cross-shopping between 2.0 makes will have no real incentive to buy a car that still looks the same when launched years ago while competitors offer freshened design updates with modern essentials. I know because I am one of those buyers right now. I was hoping to snag a new look Mazda6 but am not willing to get a 2.5. Oh well, other makes then.
Go do your research first before commenting
A car you would love to own. Great engineering
VW Passat B9 got nicer drive & handling than this Mazda6.
Comparing a cheater with an innovator? Not to mention a number of my friends who owned a VW Passat crying over the frequency in workshops?? You must be kidding!!
.The passat has got a lumpen ride with bad driving dynamics and is set up for the ‘uncle’ crowd…the only reason i’m guessing u probably like it ( if you tried it to begin with) is because of the response of a turbo engine i presume? Try pushing it on the highway and see how fast it runs out of breath… The Mazda 6 is miles better looking, better equipped and drives better than the aging passat…it’s not even a contest… the 2.5 runs rings around it…
still missing Automatic Brake Hold
Very handsome car, if only it wasnt 200% taxed by our beloved govt.
Tax the rich, so no problemo
i wish the price could be lower. would like one.
Mazda has got the brand cachet that other Japanese makes envy in Malaysia,… ( that’s a fact most will have to reluctantly agree) …..With that being said..Paying 200 k for a Japanese D segment is a little steep… The cut off point should be 180- 185 k (used to be 150-160k before our currency tanked!) and then it’s on to the Europeans from that point or the premium japanese brands….. pls note I am saying this purely on perceived value…