Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 31 recorded runs

Mazda Mazda6 0–60 Times

The Mazda Mazda6 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 31 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Mazda Mazda6 is the 2021 Mazda Mazda6 Carbon Edition Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.70 seconds at 97.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Mazda Mazda6 is the 2003 Mazda Mazda6 i Sedan, which took 8.6 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 16.35 seconds at 85.6 mph, according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Mazda Mazda6 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.26 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.61 seconds at 91.07 mph.

Fastest 0–60 6.1sec 2021 Carbon Edition Sedan

Average 0–60 7.26sec Across 31 runs

Avg ¼ Mile 15.61sec @ 91.1 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 8.6sec 2003 i Sedan

Across 31 verified runs, the Mazda Mazda6 ranges from 6.1 to 8.6 seconds 0–60, with a 7.26-second average.

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Mazda Mazda6 0–60 times by model year

31 tests · 8 years

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Model Year 8

2021

Mazda Mazda6 · 2 verified runs

Avg 0–60 6.15 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 14.70 sec

Recorded Tests 2

#01

2021 Mazda Mazda6 Carbon Edition Sedan

6.1sec 0–60

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14.70s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.70 sec
Trap Speed: 97.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 23 C / 31 H / 24 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #1 of 31

#04

2021 Mazda Mazda6 Carbon Edition Sedan

6.2sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

14.70s ¼ mi @ 97.6 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.70 sec
Trap Speed: 97.6 mph
Engine: 2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 23 C / 31 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #4 of 31

2018

Mazda Mazda6 · 3 verified runs

Avg 0–60 6.67 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.10 sec

Recorded Tests 3

#07

2018 Mazda Mazda6 Signature Sedan

6.4sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

14.90s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.90 sec
Trap Speed: 97.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 23 C / 31 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #7 of 31

#08

2018 Mazda Mazda6 Signature Sedan

6.4sec 0–60

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15.00s ¼ mi @ 93.4 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.00 sec
Trap Speed: 93.4 mph
Engine: 2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 23 C / 31 H / 26.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #8 of 31

#14

2018 Mazda Mazda6 Signature Sedan

7.2sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.40s ¼ mi @ 93.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.40 sec
Trap Speed: 93.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 23 C / 31 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #14 of 31

2016

Mazda Mazda6 · 3 verified runs

Avg 0–60 7.40 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.80 sec

Recorded Tests 3

#11

2016 Mazda Mazda6 i Grand Touring Sedan

7.0sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.50s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.50 sec
Trap Speed: 92.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 28 C / 40 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #11 of 31

#16

2016 Mazda Mazda6 i Touring Sedan

7.3sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.80s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.80 sec
Trap Speed: 89.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 26 C / 38 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #16 of 31

#22

2016 Mazda Mazda6 i Grand Touring Sedan

7.9sec 0–60

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16.10s ¼ mi @ 87.6 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.10 sec
Trap Speed: 87.6 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 28 C / 40 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #22 of 31

2014

Mazda Mazda6 · 7 verified runs

Avg 0–60 7.69 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.94 sec

Recorded Tests 7

#12

2014 Mazda Mazda6 i Grand Touring Sedan

7.0sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.60s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.60 sec
Trap Speed: 90.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 26 C / 38 H / 28 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #12 of 31

#17

2014 Mazda Mazda6 i Grand Touring Sedan

7.4sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.70s ¼ mi @ 88.6 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.70 sec
Trap Speed: 88.6 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 26 C / 38 H / 32.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #17 of 31

#18

2014 Mazda Mazda6 i Touring Sedan

7.7sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.00s ¼ mi @ 87.9 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.70 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.00 sec
Trap Speed: 87.9 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 26 C / 38 H / 27.5 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #18 of 31

#19

2014 Mazda Mazda6 i Sport Sedan

7.8sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.90s ¼ mi @ 88.8 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.90 sec
Trap Speed: 88.8 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6M
MPG EPA: 25 C / 37 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #19 of 31

#20

2014 Mazda Mazda6 i Touring Sedan

7.8sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.90s ¼ mi @ 89.4 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.90 sec
Trap Speed: 89.4 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6M
MPG EPA: 25 C / 37 H / 26.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #20 of 31

#23

2014 Mazda Mazda6 i Sport Sedan

7.9sec 0–60

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16.10s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.10 sec
Trap Speed: 90.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6M
MPG EPA: 25 C / 37 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #23 of 31

#29

2014 Mazda Mazda6 i Grand Touring Sedan

8.2sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.40s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.40 sec
Trap Speed: 87.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 26 C / 38 H / 33.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #29 of 31

2012

Mazda Mazda6 · 1 verified run

Avg 0–60 7.80 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 16.00 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#21

2012 Mazda Mazda6 i Sport Sedan

7.8sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.00s ¼ mi @ 88.4 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.00 sec
Trap Speed: 88.4 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6M
MPG EPA: 21 C / 30 H / 24.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #21 of 31

2009

Mazda Mazda6 · 8 verified runs

Avg 0–60 7.11 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.48 sec

Recorded Tests 8

#02

2009 Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan

6.1sec 0–60

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14.70s ¼ mi @ 98.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.70 sec
Trap Speed: 98.0 mph
Engine: 3.7L V6
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 17 C / 25 H / 18 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #2 of 31

#03

2009 Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan

6.1sec 0–60

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14.60s ¼ mi @ 96.1 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.60 sec
Trap Speed: 96.1 mph
Engine: 3.7L V6
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 17 C / 25 H / 19.3 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #3 of 31

#05

2009 Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan

6.2sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

14.70s ¼ mi @ 97.5 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.70 sec
Trap Speed: 97.5 mph
Engine: 3.7L V6
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 17 C / 25 H / 22.5 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Road & Track
Overall Rank: #5 of 31

#06

2009 Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan

6.3sec 0–60

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14.80s ¼ mi @ 96.7 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.30 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.80 sec
Trap Speed: 96.7 mph
Engine: 3.7L V6
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
MPG EPA: 17 C / 25 H / 21.5 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #6 of 31

#24

2009 Mazda Mazda6 i Touring Sedan

7.9sec 0–60

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16.20s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.20 sec
Trap Speed: 86.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 21 C / 30 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #24 of 31

#26

2009 Mazda Mazda6 i Touring Sedan

8.0sec 0–60

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16.10s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.10 sec
Trap Speed: 88.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6M
MPG EPA: 20 C / 29 H / 24 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #26 of 31

#27

2009 Mazda Mazda6 i Grand Touring Sedan

8.1sec 0–60

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16.40s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.40 sec
Trap Speed: 87.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 21 C / 30 H / 25.5 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #27 of 31

#30

2009 Mazda Mazda6 i Grand Touring Sedan

8.2sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.30s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.30 sec
Trap Speed: 87.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6M
MPG EPA: 20 C / 29 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #30 of 31

2005

Mazda Mazda6 · 1 verified run

Avg 0–60 7.20 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.70 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#15

2005 Mazda Mazda6 s Sport Wagon

7.2sec 0–60

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15.70s ¼ mi @ 93.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.70 sec
Trap Speed: 93.0 mph
Engine: 3.0L V6
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
MPG EPA: 17 C / 24 H / 19 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Wagon
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #15 of 31

2003

Mazda Mazda6 · 6 verified runs

Avg 0–60 7.47 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.81 sec

Recorded Tests 6

#09

2003 Mazda Mazda6 s V6 Sedan

6.4sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.10s ¼ mi @ 93.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.10 sec
Trap Speed: 93.0 mph
Engine: 3.0L V6
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
MPG EPA: 17 C / 25 H / 19 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #9 of 31

#10

2003 Mazda Mazda6 s V6 Sedan

6.8sec 0–60

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15.40s ¼ mi @ 93.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.40 sec
Trap Speed: 93.0 mph
Engine: 3.0L V6
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
MPG EPA: 17 C / 25 H / 20 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #10 of 31

#13

2003 Mazda Mazda6 s V6 Sedan

7.0sec 0–60

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15.30s ¼ mi @ 92.6 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.30 sec
Trap Speed: 92.6 mph
Engine: 3.0L V6
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
MPG EPA: 17 C / 25 H / 20.5 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #13 of 31

#25

2003 Mazda Mazda6 i Sedan

7.9sec 0–60

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16.40s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.40 sec
Trap Speed: 86.0 mph
Engine: 2.3L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
MPG EPA: 22 C / 29 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #25 of 31

#28

2003 Mazda Mazda6 s V6 Sedan

8.1sec 0–60

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16.30s ¼ mi @ 87.1 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.30 sec
Trap Speed: 87.1 mph
Engine: 3.0L V6
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 17 C / 25 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Road & Track
Overall Rank: #28 of 31

#31

2003 Mazda Mazda6 i Sedan

8.6sec 0–60

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16.35s ¼ mi @ 85.6 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.60 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.35 sec
Trap Speed: 85.6 mph
Engine: 2.3L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
MPG EPA: 22 C / 29 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #31 of 31

How we verify Mazda Mazda6 performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mazda Mazda6 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Mazda Mazda6 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

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Mazda Mazda6 performance FAQs

6 questions

The quickest Mazda Mazda6 on record is the 2021 Mazda Mazda6 Carbon Edition Sedan, which runs 0–60 mph in 6.1 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 14.70 seconds at 97.0 mph.

The slowest recorded Mazda Mazda6 is the 2003 Mazda Mazda6 i Sedan, which takes 8.6 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 16.35 seconds in the quarter.

Averaged across all 31 verified runs, a Mazda Mazda6 reaches 60 mph in 7.26 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 15.61 seconds at roughly 91.1 mph.

We have verified test data for 8 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.

Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Motor Week and Road & Track. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.

0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Car and Driver

Motor Trend

Motor Week

Road & Track

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mazda Mazda6 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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