2011 Mazda 6

The 2011 Mazda 6 is a medium Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $27,310 for the Limited variant and topping out at $46,215 for the Luxury Sports variant.

There are 7 variants of the Mazda 6 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2010.

The 2011 Mazda 6 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

Engine options for the Mazda 6 include 2.2 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (132kW/400Nm) and 2.5 in-line 4-cylinder (125kW/226Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual or 5-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

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2011 Mazda 6

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Josh Nevett

2024 Mazda 6 G35 Atenza review

The Mazda 6 wagon has been around for a long time now, but it's still a refined and practical example of a dying breed.

Pros

Versatile engine
Classy inside and out
Still flying the wagon flag

Cons

Lagging infotainment tech
Thirsty in the city
Tight back seat

2 Years Ago

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A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

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A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

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Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

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Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

Pros

Versatile engine
Classy inside and out
Still flying the wagon flag

Cons

Lagging infotainment tech
Thirsty in the city
Tight back seat

Good

Josh Nevett

2024 Mazda 6 G35 Atenza review

The Mazda 6 wagon has been around for a long time now, but it's still a refined and practical example of a dying breed.

2 Years Ago

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Jack Quick

2024 Mazda 6 review

The Mazda 6 is getting on in years but it manages to remain fresh, especially with the zesty turbo engine standard in the GT SP.

2 Years Ago

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2011 Mazda 6

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Sport

2024

$36,290

Touring

2024

$40,960

Gt Sp

2024

$49,190

Atenza

2024

$52,590

20th Anniversary

2024

$54,385

Year

2024

Engine Type

2.5L Combustion

Fuel

Unleaded

Transmission

Automatic

Body Type

Sedan

Station Wagon

Number of Doors

4 Doors

5 Doors

Drivetrain

Front

Maximum Power

140 kW

173 kW

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2011 Mazda 6

Dimensions

4,735 mm

1,795 mm

1,440 mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

Specification	Measurement
Overall Length	4,735 mm
Overall Width	1,795 mm
Overall Height	1,440 mm
Wheelbase	2,725 mm
Turning Circle	11,000 mm

Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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Our Mazda 6 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.

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Sales Data

20241,354Total Sales

2025852Total Sales

20261YTD Sales

Mazda 6 Sales rolling 12-months^#

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Frequently Asked Questions

The cheapest Mazda 6 is the Limited variant that starts from $27,310.

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The most expensive Mazda 6 is the Luxury Sports variant that starts from $46,215.

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The best towing capacity of a Mazda 6 is 1500 kg shared by all variants.

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The largest Mazda 6 is the Classic variant which measures 1795mm wide, 4765mm in length and sits 1490mm tall.

The most powerful variants with 132kW of power and 400nm of torque are the Diesel and Diesel Sports variants.

The Mazda 6 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.

The Mazda 6 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.

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† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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Electrified Mazda 6 successor goes on sale with a sub-$30,000 price tag

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Electrified Mazda 6 successor goes on sale with a sub-$30,000 price tag

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What sub-$60,000 family sedan or wagon should you buy?

Mazda owner sues after allegedly being burnt by heated seats

Mazda admits to engine and crash test 'irregularities'

The mid-sized cars with the most boot space in Australia

The medium-sized cars with the best fuel economy in Australia

Luxury Mazda 6 sedan revival dead again

Is this our first look at the all-new Mazda 6 EV?

Mazda 6 replacement to have electric power, but there's a catch

Mazda 6 thrown a lifeline for Australia after axing in Japan

Mazda 6 future in doubt as Japanese production ends – report

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