MAZDA 6

MAZDA 6

A new redesign of the Mazda 6 means a lot when you look at the other cars that use the Mazda 6’s underpinnings. Ford based the of its other cars off of the current Mazda 6 and they will probably follow suit and still have the Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln MKZ as Mazda 6 relatives. Either way with the other vehicles being shared, the Mazda 6 is up for a new redesign and we expect the new concept to be shown in the upcoming September Frankfurt Motor Show while that was confirmed by someone we keep in contact with at Ford. The new redesigned Mazda 6 will more than likely be released as a 2009 model and go on sale in mid 2008.

Specifications

Engine

2.5L 170 hp I4 Std.

Horsepower (@rpm) 170 @ 6000

Torque (@rpm) 167 @ 4000

Displacement (cc) 2483

Bore X Stroke 3.50 X 3.94

Compression Ratio 9.7:1

5-Speed Automatic Overdrive: Opt.


MPG - (City/Highway) 21 / 30
0-60 (sec) N/A

6-Speed Manual Overdrive: Std.

MPG - (City/Highway) 20 / 29
0-60 (sec) N/A

Interior

Max. Seating 5

Front Legroom (in) 42.5

Back Legroom (in) 38.0

Exterior

Wheelbase 109.8
Length (in) 193.7
Height (in) 57.9

Amenities

Sunroof/Moonroof Opt.
Air Conditioning Std.
Leather Seats Std.
Power Seats Driver Std.
Passenger Std.
Power Windows Std.
Power Door Locks Std.
Navigation Opt.
Stereo Radio, CD Player

Safety

Front Airbags Driver Std.
Passenger Std.
Side Airbags Front Std.
Rear N/A
Side Curtain Airbags Std.
ABS Brakes Std.

Payload/Towing

Trunk/Cargo (cu ft) 16.6
Std/Max. Payload (lb) N/A / N/A
Std/Max. Towing (lb) N/A / N/A

Fuel Capacity

Tank Size (gal) 18.5

Acura MDX

2009 Acura MDX Overview

Introduction

The Acura MDX offers outstanding V6 power, standard seven-passenger seating and Acura's exclusive Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system. Compelling styling, attention to detail, comprehensive safety equipment and advanced technologies increase the appeal of this luxury SUV.

The MDX is powered by a 300-hp 3.7-liter V6 engine, mated to a five-speed automatic transmission with SportShift manual mode. Heated front seats, leather u

pholstery, tri-zone automatic climate control and satellite radio are standard on every MDX. Three premium amenities packages are available: the Technology package adds a navigation system with voice recognition and integrated rearview camera parking assist, upgraded audio, HandsFreeLink (Bluetooth) wireless connectivity and a power tailgate; the Sport package includes the Technology package, as well as a sport suspension with active damper system, exclusive wheels and upgraded interior trim elements; and an Entertainment package boasts Acura's DVD Rear Entertainment system and heated rear seats. Standard safety-enhancing features include anti-lock disc brakes with brake assist, SH-AWD, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with traction control, Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights, front side-impact airbags, overhead curtain airbags for all three rows and active front head restraints.

The Acura MDX carries over with minimal changes for 2009. A remote-operated power tailgate, formerly available only on MDX models equipped with the Entertainment Package, is now included in the Technology and Sport packages.