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{{Infobox Automobile|image = |name = Mazda Atenza|aka = Mazda 6|manufacturer = Mazda
AutoAlliance International|production = 2002-present|predecessor = [Mazda 626/Mazda Capella/Mazda Millenia|layout = Front-engine design, front-wheel drive / four-wheel drive, [Japan
Hofu, Japan
Flat Rock, Michigan (for North America)
Bogotá, Colombia (for South America)-->

The Mazda Atenza or Mazda 6 is a mid-size car produced by the Japan car manufacturer Mazda since 2003. The name Atenza is used only in Japan with the Mazda 6 moniker used everywhere else in the world. The Atenza/Mazda 6 replaced the Mazda Capella/Mazda 626, and has sold over one million units worldwide since its introduction, making it the fastest Mazda vehicle to reach the one million mark.

The Mazda Atenza was the first of the new generation of 'Stylish', 'Insightful', and 'Spirited' range from Mazda. It was followed by the Mazda Demio in December 2002, Mazda RX-8 in August 2003, Mazda3 in January 2004, Mazda MX-5 in October 2005, and Mazda CX-7 in November 2006.

The Mazda Atenza is currently raced in the SCCA Pro Racing Speed World Challenge Touring Car Series. Mazda is currently first in the overall manufacturer's championship standings as of May 18, 2007.

First generation (2002–2007) {{Infobox Automobile generation| name = First generation| image = | production = 2003-2007| engine = 1.8 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4
2.0 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4
2.3 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4
3.0 L Ford Mondeo V6 engine V6
2.0 L MZR-CD Diesel
5-speed [manual transmission
6-speed automatic
6-speed manual| wheelbase = | length = Sedan and liftback:
Station wagon: | width = | height = Sedan and hatchback:
Station wagon: | platform = Ford CD3 platform
5-door [station wagon
5-door liftback
[Ford Fusion (North America)
Lincoln MKX
Lincoln MKZ
Lincoln Zephyr
Mazda CX-9
Mercury Milan-->

The model lineup consists of a four-door sedan, a five-door hatchback and a five-door wagon, marketed in North America as the "Sport Sedan", "5-Door" and "Sport Wagon". In Australia, the lineup starts with Limited, available only as a sedan. Then comes the Classic, available in sedan, hatch or wagon. The Luxury model is next available in sedan and hatch versions. Topping the range is the Luxury Sports model, available only as a hatch.

Drivetrain combinations include the Mazda Z engine in configurations of 1.8 L, 2.0 L and 2.3 L, initially with a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission (with sequential-automatic option, dubbed the "Four-Speed Sport AT"). In some markets a 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 internal combustion engine is also available with a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic (with sequential-automatic option, dubbed the "5-Speed Sport AT"). European versions also feature a four-cylinder turbodiesel that comes with a six-speed manual transmission.In North America, the 5-speed automatic optional on the V6 models is replaced by a 6-speed automatic from Ford for 2005 model year. The four-cylinder model receives a five-speed automatic in the following year. Power is directed to the front wheels only in most markets, although full-time all wheel drive models are available in Japan and Europe. Not all configurations are available in all areas - for example, the Mazda 6 as released in Australia is available in 2.3L four-cylinder guise only, while the 626 which it replaced was available with a choice of four or six-cylinder engines.

Like the 626 before it, Ford Motor Company is using the Atenza's Ford CD3 platform platform as the basis for a number of other vehicles, including the Ford Fusion (North American), Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr/Lincoln MKZ, Lincoln MKX, and a range of Sport utility vehicle and minivans. Ford also plans to offer a hybrid car powertrain on the platform. For its part, Mazda themselves refer to this chassis as either the GG (sedan/hatch) or GY (wagon) series - following the previous 626/Capella in its GF/GW series.

North American Mazda 6 production is handled at the AutoAlliance International plant which is a joint venture between Ford and Mazda. The first Mazda 6 rolled off this Flat Rock, Michigan assembly line on October 1, 2002, one month after 626 production ended.Hofu plants in Hiroshima produce the Mazda 6 for Europe and some Asian markets, including Australia.There are also satellite plants building Mazda 6 models in People's Republic of China and Thailand for their respective local markets. (Ford owns a controlling interest in Mazda.)

In September 2005, all Australian Mazda 6's received a facelift which included a feature upgrade, 5 speed auto and 6 speed manual transmissions, wheel design changes and minor bodywork upgrades.

In People's Republic of China, the Mazda Atenza is used as the base for the Hongqi Benteng, also known as Besturn or Hongqi C301, an upscale model in the Hongqi range manufactured by the First Automobile Works in Jilin Province.



Mazdaspeed Atenza The 2006 Mazdaspeed Atenza (known as Mazdaspeed6 in North America and Mazda 6 MPS in Europe and Australia) is a high-performance version of the Mazda 6. It features a turbocharged version of the 2.3 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4 which produces 272 PS (200 kW) (European version is detuned to 260 PS (191 kW); the North American version, at 274 hp (204 kW), revised to 270 hp for 2007). This 2.3 L DISI turbocharged engine features gasoline direct injection and conforms to the new Euro 5 emissions standards. It has a revised front fascia with a raised hood, a 6-speed transmission, and four-wheel drive. The all wheel drive system uses Mazda's Active Torque Split computer-based control which routes up to 50% of the power to the rear wheels depending on driving conditions. Mazda currently has no plans to enter the car into rally racing, and the Mazdaspeed Atenza could be meant to compete with its Japanese-made rival, the Subaru Legacy and similar sport sedans like the rally-car-derived Subaru Impreza WRX and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution.

Originally scheduled to be launched in June 2005, the Mazdaspeed Atenza was delayed until November. In North America, the MAZDASPEED 6 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 an optional DVD navigation. Automatic climate control is standard, as is a 200 W Bose stereo system featuring seven speakers and a 9 in subwoofer in addition to an in-dash six-disc CD changer. A sunroof with moonroof feature is optional on the Grand Touring trim.

Car and Driver magazine has achieved a 0-60 mph time of 5.4 seconds for this vehicle.

Awards The Mazda 6 was second place European Car of the Year and made Car and Driver magazine's Car and Driver Ten Best for 2003. The Sport Wagon won the Canadian Car of the Year Best New Station Wagon award, while the Sport sedan won the Canadian Car of the Year Best New Family Car award for 2005. The Atenza Wagon also won What Car Best Estate award in 2004.

The Mazda 6 won the 'Best Mid-size Car (over $28,000)' title in Australia's Best Cars in 2002 and 2003. It came second in 2004, behind the Subaru Legacy, and fifth in 2005 (the Honda Accord Euro was first in 2005). Wheels magazine also awarded the Mazda 6 winner of its Active Safety Program in July 2005.

Second generation (2008–) {{Infobox Automobile generation

|name = Second generation| image =| production =| wheelbase = | length = Sedan and liftback:
Station wagon: | width = | height = Sedan and liftback:
Station wagon: | platform = Ford CD3 platform
5-door [liftback
5-door station wagon
] Straight-4
2.0 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4
2.5 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4
3.7 L Ford Cyclone engine V6 (NA market only)
2.0 L MZR-CD [Diesel for NA market only)
5-speed manual
6-speed manual-->

There is report that the next generation (for North America) will be shown in 2007 L.A. auto show or 2008 Detroit auto show before it is released as a 2009 model in early 2008. It will be bigger and more luxurious and will strengthen the brand significantly. Engine choices include a new 2.5 liter 4-cylinder and a 3.7 liter V6 sourced from the CX-9. The Euro version made its premiere at the Frankfurt auto show in September 2007 .

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{{Infobox Automobile|image = |name = Mazda Atenza|aka = Mazda 6|manufacturer = Mazda
AutoAlliance International|production = 2002-present|predecessor = [Mazda 626/Mazda Capella/Mazda Millenia|layout = Front-engine design, front-wheel drive / four-wheel drive, [Japan
Hofu, Japan
Flat Rock, Michigan (for North America)
Bogotá, Colombia (for South America)-->

The Mazda Atenza or Mazda 6 is a mid-size car produced by the Japan car manufacturer Mazda since 2003. The name Atenza is used only in Japan with the Mazda 6 moniker used everywhere else in the world. The Atenza/Mazda 6 replaced the Mazda Capella/Mazda 626, and has sold over one million units worldwide since its introduction, making it the fastest Mazda vehicle to reach the one million mark.

The Mazda Atenza was the first of the new generation of 'Stylish', 'Insightful', and 'Spirited' range from Mazda. It was followed by the Mazda Demio in December 2002, Mazda RX-8 in August 2003, Mazda3 in January 2004, Mazda MX-5 in October 2005, and Mazda CX-7 in November 2006.

The Mazda Atenza is currently raced in the SCCA Pro Racing Speed World Challenge Touring Car Series. Mazda is currently first in the overall manufacturer's championship standings as of May 18, 2007.

First generation (2002–2007) {{Infobox Automobile generation| name = First generation| image = | production = 2003-2007| engine = 1.8 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4
2.0 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4
2.3 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4
3.0 L Ford Mondeo V6 engine V6
2.0 L MZR-CD Diesel
5-speed [manual transmission
6-speed automatic
6-speed manual| wheelbase = | length = Sedan and liftback:
Station wagon: | width = | height = Sedan and hatchback:
Station wagon: | platform = Ford CD3 platform
5-door [station wagon
5-door liftback
[Ford Fusion (North America)
Lincoln MKX
Lincoln MKZ
Lincoln Zephyr
Mazda CX-9
Mercury Milan-->

The model lineup consists of a four-door sedan, a five-door hatchback and a five-door wagon, marketed in North America as the "Sport Sedan", "5-Door" and "Sport Wagon". In Australia, the lineup starts with Limited, available only as a sedan. Then comes the Classic, available in sedan, hatch or wagon. The Luxury model is next available in sedan and hatch versions. Topping the range is the Luxury Sports model, available only as a hatch.

Drivetrain combinations include the Mazda Z engine in configurations of 1.8 L, 2.0 L and 2.3 L, initially with a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission (with sequential-automatic option, dubbed the "Four-Speed Sport AT"). In some markets a 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 internal combustion engine is also available with a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic (with sequential-automatic option, dubbed the "5-Speed Sport AT"). European versions also feature a four-cylinder turbodiesel that comes with a six-speed manual transmission.In North America, the 5-speed automatic optional on the V6 models is replaced by a 6-speed automatic from Ford for 2005 model year. The four-cylinder model receives a five-speed automatic in the following year. Power is directed to the front wheels only in most markets, although full-time all wheel drive models are available in Japan and Europe. Not all configurations are available in all areas - for example, the Mazda 6 as released in Australia is available in 2.3L four-cylinder guise only, while the 626 which it replaced was available with a choice of four or six-cylinder engines.

Like the 626 before it, Ford Motor Company is using the Atenza's Ford CD3 platform platform as the basis for a number of other vehicles, including the Ford Fusion (North American), Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr/Lincoln MKZ, Lincoln MKX, and a range of Sport utility vehicle and minivans. Ford also plans to offer a hybrid car powertrain on the platform. For its part, Mazda themselves refer to this chassis as either the GG (sedan/hatch) or GY (wagon) series - following the previous 626/Capella in its GF/GW series.

North American Mazda 6 production is handled at the AutoAlliance International plant which is a joint venture between Ford and Mazda. The first Mazda 6 rolled off this Flat Rock, Michigan assembly line on October 1, 2002, one month after 626 production ended.Hofu plants in Hiroshima produce the Mazda 6 for Europe and some Asian markets, including Australia.There are also satellite plants building Mazda 6 models in People's Republic of China and Thailand for their respective local markets. (Ford owns a controlling interest in Mazda.)

In September 2005, all Australian Mazda 6's received a facelift which included a feature upgrade, 5 speed auto and 6 speed manual transmissions, wheel design changes and minor bodywork upgrades.

In People's Republic of China, the Mazda Atenza is used as the base for the Hongqi Benteng, also known as Besturn or Hongqi C301, an upscale model in the Hongqi range manufactured by the First Automobile Works in Jilin Province.



Mazdaspeed Atenza The 2006 Mazdaspeed Atenza (known as Mazdaspeed6 in North America and Mazda 6 MPS in Europe and Australia) is a high-performance version of the Mazda 6. It features a turbocharged version of the 2.3 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4 which produces 272 PS (200 kW) (European version is detuned to 260 PS (191 kW); the North American version, at 274 hp (204 kW), revised to 270 hp for 2007). This 2.3 L DISI turbocharged engine features gasoline direct injection and conforms to the new Euro 5 emissions standards. It has a revised front fascia with a raised hood, a 6-speed transmission, and four-wheel drive. The all wheel drive system uses Mazda's Active Torque Split computer-based control which routes up to 50% of the power to the rear wheels depending on driving conditions. Mazda currently has no plans to enter the car into rally racing, and the Mazdaspeed Atenza could be meant to compete with its Japanese-made rival, the Subaru Legacy and similar sport sedans like the rally-car-derived Subaru Impreza WRX and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution.

Originally scheduled to be launched in June 2005, the Mazdaspeed Atenza was delayed until November. In North America, the MAZDASPEED 6 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 an optional DVD navigation. Automatic climate control is standard, as is a 200 W Bose stereo system featuring seven speakers and a 9 in subwoofer in addition to an in-dash six-disc CD changer. A sunroof with moonroof feature is optional on the Grand Touring trim.

Car and Driver magazine has achieved a 0-60 mph time of 5.4 seconds for this vehicle.

Awards The Mazda 6 was second place European Car of the Year and made Car and Driver magazine's Car and Driver Ten Best for 2003. The Sport Wagon won the Canadian Car of the Year Best New Station Wagon award, while the Sport sedan won the Canadian Car of the Year Best New Family Car award for 2005. The Atenza Wagon also won What Car Best Estate award in 2004.

The Mazda 6 won the 'Best Mid-size Car (over $28,000)' title in Australia's Best Cars in 2002 and 2003. It came second in 2004, behind the Subaru Legacy, and fifth in 2005 (the Honda Accord Euro was first in 2005). Wheels magazine also awarded the Mazda 6 winner of its Active Safety Program in July 2005.

Second generation (2008–) {{Infobox Automobile generation

|name = Second generation| image =| production =| wheelbase = | length = Sedan and liftback:
Station wagon: | width = | height = Sedan and liftback:
Station wagon: | platform = Ford CD3 platform
5-door [liftback
5-door station wagon
] Straight-4
2.0 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4
2.5 L Mazda Z engine#MZR Straight-4
3.7 L Ford Cyclone engine V6 (NA market only)
2.0 L MZR-CD [Diesel for NA market only)
5-speed manual
6-speed manual-->

There is report that the next generation (for North America) will be shown in 2007 L.A. auto show or 2008 Detroit auto show before it is released as a 2009 model in early 2008. It will be bigger and more luxurious and will strengthen the brand significantly. Engine choices include a new 2.5 liter 4-cylinder and a 3.7 liter V6 sourced from the CX-9. The Euro version made its premiere at the Frankfurt auto show in September 2007 .

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External links



 

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