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Mazda 6 Sedan
The 2006 Mazdaspeed
6 is a high-performance version of the Mazda6.
It features a turbocharged version of the
2.3 L MZR I4 which produces 274 hp. It has
a revised front fascia with a raised hood,
a 6-speed transmission, and all wheel drive.
Mazda currently has no plans to enter the
car into rally racing, and the Mazdaspeed
6 is meant to compete with its Japanese-made
turbocharged contemporary, the Subaru Legacy
GT and similar sport sedans rather than the
smaller, rally-car-derived Subaru Impreza
WRX STi and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. In
some markets such as Australia, it is sold
under the name Mazda6 MPS, with MPS standing
for Mazda Performance Series because the MazdaSpeed
name has never been introduced to the country.
Originally scheduled
to be launched in June 2005, the Mazdaspeed
6 was delayed until November. Now emerging
in parts of Canada and the US, the Mazdaspeed6
is getting great feedback. The Mazdaspeed6
comes in two trim levels; the "Sport"
trim with cloth interior and standard key
entry and ignition; and the "Grand Touring"
trim with leather interior, keyless entry/ignition,
and DVD navigation (Canadian model lacks DVD
navigation). It also comes well appointed
with an abundance of brushed metal and faux
silver-finished trim. Automatic climate control
is standard as is a 200 W Bose stereo system
boasting 7 speakers and a 9 in subwoofer in
addition to an in-dash 6-disc CD changer.
As an option, the Grand Touring trim also
has a sunroof with moonroof feature.
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