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 MotorWeek and more.
The fastest tested Mazda Mazda6 is the 2021 Mazda Mazda6 Carbon Edition Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.10 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 8.60 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
6.10sec
2021 Carbon Edition Sedan · stock
Average 0–60
7.26sec
Across 31 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
15.61sec
@ 91.1 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
8.60sec
2003 i Sedan
Across 31 verified runs, the Mazda Mazda6 ranges from 6.10 to 8.60 seconds 0–60, with a 7.26-second average.
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Mazda Mazda6 Performance Overview
Mazda’s midsize sedan ran from 2003 to 2021, and across 31 independently verified tests it covered a focused gasoline-only performance arc from naturally aspirated four-cylinders and V6s to later turbocharged fours. The GG1 generation (2003–2008) opened with engines ranging from 160 to 220 hp, from the L3-VE four-cylinder to the AJ V6. Early results stretched from the 2003 i Sedan’s 8.6-second 0-60 run to the 2003 s V6 Sedan at 6.4 seconds, establishing the model’s initial pace baseline.
The GH1 generation (2009–2013) marked the quickest naturally aspirated period. Output grew to as much as 272 hp from the MZI 3.7 V6, and the 2009 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan cut 0-60 to 6.1 seconds while also delivering the model’s fastest quarter-mile, 14.6 seconds at 96.1 mph. Other second-generation tests remained in the low-to-mid 7-second range, including the 2010 i Touring Plus Sedan at 7.6 seconds.
In the GJ1/GL generation (2014–2021), Mazda shifted back to four-cylinder power, first naturally aspirated and later turbocharged, with output spanning 184 to 250 hp. Despite that downsizing, current-era acceleration matched the V6 peak: the 2021 Carbon Edition Sedan reached 6.1 seconds to 60 mph, while trims such as the 2014 i Sport Sedan recorded 7.6 seconds. That leaves the Mazda6 closing production as a consistent, mid-6- to mid-7-second sedan.
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Mazda Mazda6 0–60 Times by Generation: GG1 to GJ1/GL
3 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GJ1/GL | 2014–2021 | 7.22s | 6.10s — 2021 Carbon Edition Sedan | 15 | The GJ1/GL generation (2014–2021) averaged 7.22 seconds to 60 mph across 15 tests, led by the 2021 Carbon Edition Sedan at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 184 to 250 hp across 2.5L I-4, 2.5L Turbo I-4 configurations. |
| GH1 | 2009–2013 | 7.19s | 6.10s — 2009 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan | 9 | The GH1 generation (2009–2013) averaged 7.19 seconds to 60 mph across 9 tests, led by the 2009 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 170 to 272 hp across 2.5L I-4, 3.7L V6 configurations. |
| GG1 | 2003–2008 | 7.43s | 6.40s — 2003 s V6 Sedan | 7 | The GG1 generation (2003–2008) averaged 7.43 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2003 s V6 Sedan at 6.40 seconds. Output ranged from 160 to 220 hp across 2.3L I-4, 3.0L V6 configurations. |
GJ1/GL
2014–2021
Avg 0–60
7.22s
Fastest
6.10s
Tests
15
2021 Carbon Edition Sedan
The GJ1/GL generation (2014–2021) averaged 7.22 seconds to 60 mph across 15 tests, led by the 2021 Carbon Edition Sedan at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 184 to 250 hp across 2.5L I-4, 2.5L Turbo I-4 configurations.
GH1
2009–2013
Avg 0–60
7.19s
Fastest
6.10s
Tests
9
2009 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan
The GH1 generation (2009–2013) averaged 7.19 seconds to 60 mph across 9 tests, led by the 2009 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 170 to 272 hp across 2.5L I-4, 3.7L V6 configurations.
GG1
2003–2008
Avg 0–60
7.43s
Fastest
6.40s
Tests
7
2003 s V6 Sedan
The GG1 generation (2003–2008) averaged 7.43 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2003 s V6 Sedan at 6.40 seconds. Output ranged from 160 to 220 hp across 2.3L I-4, 3.0L V6 configurations.
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Mazda Mazda6 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
31 tests · 8 years
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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
6.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.70s
¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
▾
- 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
- Horsepower
- 250 hp
- Torque
- 320 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,484 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.9 lbs/hp
- 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
6.20sec 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
- Horsepower
- 250 hp
- Torque
- 320 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,484 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.9 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 23 C / 31 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #4 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
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The quickest 2021 Mazda6 on record is the Carbon Edition Sedan, which runs 0-60 mph in 6.1 seconds. A second verified run came in at 6.2 seconds. Both tests were stock, front-wheel-drive sedans with the 250-hp turbocharged gasoline engine and 320 lb-ft of torque.
The fastest Mazda6 0-60 time on record is 6.1 seconds. That mark is shared by the 2021 Carbon Edition Sedan and the 2009 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan. The 2021 car matches the quickest launch, while the 2009 V6 also owns the fastest quarter-mile result at 14.6 seconds at 96.1 mph.
The fastest stock Mazda6 on record reaches 60 mph in 6.1 seconds. That time was recorded by the 2021 Carbon Edition Sedan, and it stands as the quickest production result as well. There are 31 total Mazda6 tests on record, and all 31 are production vehicles.
The third-generation GJ1/GL Mazda6, sold from 2014 to 2021, averages 7.22 seconds from 0-60 mph across 15 tests. Its quickest verified run is 6.1 seconds from the 2021 Carbon Edition Sedan. Power in this generation ranges from 184 to 250 hp, with naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline engines.
The second-generation GH1 Mazda6, built from 2009 to 2013, averages 7.19 seconds from 0-60 mph across 9 tests. The fastest GH1 is the 2009 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan at 6.1 seconds. This generation used naturally aspirated gasoline engines with output ranging from 170 to 272 hp.
The first-generation GG1 Mazda6, sold from 2003 to 2008, averages 7.43 seconds from 0-60 mph across 7 tests. Its quickest version is the 2003 s V6 Sedan at 6.4 seconds. GG1 models used naturally aspirated gasoline engines with power ranging from 160 to 220 hp.
By best recorded 0-60 time, the GH1 and GJ1/GL generations are tied as the quickest Mazda6 generations, both reaching 60 mph in 6.1 seconds. The GH1 average is slightly quicker at 7.19 seconds versus 7.22 seconds for GJ1/GL. The GG1 generation trails with a 7.43-second average and a 6.4-second best.
The Mazda6 Carbon Edition Sedan is one of the quickest trims in the lineup. Across 2 verified runs, it averages 6.15 seconds from 0-60 mph, with a best of 6.1 seconds. Its quarter-mile time is 14.7 seconds, with trap speeds of 97.0 and 97.6 mph in stock form.
The Carbon Edition is quicker on record. The Carbon Edition Sedan posts a best 0-60 time of 6.1 seconds and averages 6.15 seconds across 2 tests. The Signature Sedan has a best of 6.4 seconds and averages 6.67 seconds across 3 tests, making it slower in both best-case and average performance.
The s Grand Touring V6 Sedan is clearly quicker. It averages 6.18 seconds from 0-60 mph and has a best run of 6.1 seconds across 4 tests. The i Grand Touring Sedan averages 7.69 seconds, with a best of 7.0 seconds across 7 tests, leaving the V6 trim well ahead.
Across all 31 Mazda6 tests, the average quarter-mile time is 15.61 seconds at 91.1 mph. The fastest quarter-mile on record is 14.6 seconds at 96.1 mph from the 2009 s Grand Touring V6 Sedan. The 2021 Carbon Edition Sedan follows closely with 14.7-second runs at 97.0 and 97.6 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
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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