Mazda6 Blog

The new Mazda6 is a stylish upgrade from some of the manufacturer’s previous makes and models. You will fall in love with this beautiful piece of machinery as soon as you get behind the wheel. If you’re interested in learning more about this highly in-demand vehicle, stop by your local Bommarito Mazda South County dealership today!

Exceptional Safety Features

Everyone wants to stay safe behind the wheel, especially when they’re cruising around in a vehicle as gorgeous as the Mazda6. You don’t have to worry about veering off the road when you’re driving around in one of these beauties. It comes with a slew of safety features to keep you on time and on the road. It comes with Electronic Stability Control, so you won’t have to deal with excessive shaking when you’re cruising at high speeds on the highway. There’s also ABS and Driveline Traction Control to help you navigate the unruliest parts of the road. If you live in the St. Louis area, you know how frustrating the winters can be. That’s why your best bet is to drive a car like the Mazda6, so you can keep your tires glued to the road where they belong. Forget about the ice and snow and drive with confidence.

Lasting Peace of Mind

There are so many ways that the Mazda6 gives you lasting peace of mind. If you’re not great at keeping up with your car’s maintenance needs, this is the make and model for you. It comes with a low tire pressure warning that notifies you automatically when your tires are either too full or not inflated enough. You don’t have to worry about pulling out onto the road with a set of bad tires. The car has your back every time.

Don’t leave anything to chance when you’re cruising around the St. Louis area. Get the precision and control you’ve been craving and visit your local Bommarito Mazda South County dealership in St. Louis, MO, today to take the Mazda6 for a test drive!

The Mazda6 offers a sleek ride that will keep you confident when you’re behind the wheel. This amazing make and model has so many things to offer. Stop by your local Bommarito Mazda South County dealership for more information and see this amazing vehicle in action.

Stylish Details for More Comfort and Control

When you buy a new car, you want to make sure that you feel comfortable and confident when you’re behind the wheel, and the Mazda6 doesn’t disappoint. The car comes with Heated Reclining Front Sport Bucket Seats, making it easy for you to find the perfect seating position. The leather metal-look steering wheel is completely moveable, so you can tilt the column until it feels just right. It also comes with remote keyless entry, so you don’t have to worry about misplacing your keys in your pants or your purse. Just walk up to the car with the keys on your person and the car will let you in automatically. You can save time in the morning as you rush off to work.

You’ll be proud to show off your sweet new ride when you’re escorting a few extra passengers around. Whether you’re giving a friend a ride or dropping off one of your clients at the St. Louis airport, they will be impressed with the interior of your Mazda6. It comes with leatherette door and seating trims for a more elegant appearance. There’s also full carpeted flooring and rear floor mats to help you keep the inside of your car clean and organized. If you need a lot of room for storage, the car comes with built-in cargo lights, so you’ll always be able to see what you’re loading in and out of the car.

Regardless of where you need to go or who’s in the car with you, the Mazda6 is the full package. You can get around St. Louis in style when you pick up one of these cars from your local Bommarito Mazda South County dealership in St. Louis, MO. Stop by today to learn more!

 

What is the KODO Soul of Motion design?

Mazda, the Japanese vehicle manufacturer, has long established a reputation for doing things a little differently.

Their designers pride themselves in looking to the future and always being one step ahead of the opposition. It’s an attitude that has brought them plenty of success over the last 50 years. In fact, striking vehicles like the Mazda MX-5, designed decades ago, still turn heads as they cruise by pedestrians on the road today. The risks taken by the designers at the time certainly has something to do with this.

The future of design for Mazda

The future of design for Mazda vehicles appears as if it is centered around the ‘KODO Soul of Motion’ design. This new template was announced in 2017, but it looks as if it will set the standard for the medium-term future at least.

But what does it stand for?

In public press releases, senior figures in the company’s design division explained that the essence is to capture the beauty and strength of the instant motion of the vehicle. Mazda wants its vehicles to be elegant and graceful, but also bold, muscular, and strong. It’s the champion racehorse of the automotive world.

In fact, Ikuo Maeda, the head of Mazda's Design Division, even said that his team had focused on instantaneous movement seen in animals.

He explained that the team was inspired by the vitality of this motion and how it stirs emotions in those that witness it. This is where the ‘soul’ from ‘Soul of Motion’ comes from.

KODO - Soul Of Motion and the Mazda 3

The KODO - Soul Of Motion concept was debuted with the Mazda 3 in 2017. The mid-size family cars perfectly embodied the qualities that all the KODO - Soul Of Motion press releases had expressed. It was elegant, yet strong and powerful, and drivers went crazy for it.

The latest edition of Mazda3 seems to demonstrate similar qualities. The compact vehicle doesn’t have the size or the power of the Mazda6, but it certainly makes the most of its size. The choice of engine certainly helps here. The latest edition of the car is powered by a 2-liter nonturbocharged engine, producing 184 horsepower and taking you from 0-60 in just seven seconds. That’s a big boost in acceleration compared to other vehicles of its size.

Mazda has never worried about being the exception to the rule though. The dynamic yet practical Mazda3 is all the proof you need of that. Thanks to the ‘KODO - Soul Of Motion’ design, the rebellious streak of this manufacturer doesn’t appear to be disappearing any time soon.

To test-drive the latest Mazda3 in St Louis, Missouri, contact a member of the team at Bommarito Mazda South to experience the Soul of Motion for yourself.

 

Mazda3 vs Mazda6

Mazda is the Japanese manufacturer which has built a well-deserved reputation for delivering incredible value for money with their unique family vehicles.

The Mazda3 and Mazda6 are too extremely popular cars which provide a fantastic example of this. Both cars are exceptionally fulfilling to drive and are priced so the average family can afford them.

The Mazda6 is the larger more powerful car of the pair, but is it worth the extra money?

Below, we explore what each vehicle has to offer and suggest which might work best for you.

Mazda3

The Mazda3 is the Japanese manufacturer’s shot at competing with some of the most commonly-bought cars on the planet, such as the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf. The compact car lagged behind these for many years, but it made some significant improvements to the point it can be taken seriously as an alternative to these cars.

The vehicle now stands out from its rivals by opting for a 2.0 liter non-turbocharged engine. This extra power is enough to raise the eyebrows of buyers considering a Focus or Astra.

The engine produces 184 horsepower. It can speed up to 60 miles per hour in seven seconds and has a top speed of 132 mph.

The fuel economy, which is a highly important factor in this class of ‘affordable’ vehicle, is competitive. You’ll be able to squeeze 27 miles per gallon out of it on the street and 36 miles per gallon on the freeway.

Mazda6

With the Mazda6, you’ll be gifted with either a 2.0-liter gas engine or a 2.2-liter diesel engine, producing 148 horsepower or 168 horsepower respectively. With the 2.0-liter engine, you can average 24 miles per gallon in the city or 34 miles per gallon on the highway. 

Its unique approach to handling, based on the G-Vectoring control system, has really turned heads. This impressive tech adjusts engine torque while turning corners to improve the steering response of the car, dramatically reducing body roll.

Which of these vehicles is more suitable for you?

The Mazda6 has more power, more cargo space and a smoother driving experience. If you’re willing to pay a premium for this, then it’s certainly the vehicle for you. The Mazda3 is among the most powerful affordable compact vehicles on the market. Not only will you pay less to drive it off the forecourt, it’s superior fuel economy could potentially save you thousands over the lifespan of the vehicle. 

The bottom line is that neither car will let you down. They’re both great to drive, and the ultimate choice will be down to your budget and your needs.

To test drive either of these vehicles in St Louis, Missouri, get in touch with a member of the team at Bommarito Mazda South.

 

Mazda6 – MAZDA CONNECT™ Infotainment
With the infotainment system at work in the Mazda6, you’ll be able to stay informed, connected, and entertained while you’re traveling, commuting, or
using your vehicle as a mobile office.

Easily access your favorite music, podcasts, news and sports channels, and more with MAZDA CONNECT™ at work in your Mazda6. Connect your Smartphone or access all the features that come with Apple CarPlay for iPhones and Android Auto for phones that use the Android system. You’ll be able to quickly access your favourite apps and streaming content from the responsive touchscreen or the control knob.

With navigation included, you’ll never need to worry about getting lost or not finding your destination. You can make a list of favorite destinations, as well as choose new locations on the map or by entering an address or coordinates. On-screen speed limits will help keep you traveling at a safe speed. You’ll be given advance notice of turns, exits and driving lanes to use, and on-screen 2D and 3D images of landmarks and city views will help you find where you’re going and become oriented with your surroundings.

For safety reasons, the touchscreen in your Mazda6 is disabled when the vehicle is shifted into ‘Drive,’ so you’ll need to use the knob to access MAZDA CONNECT™ features while you’re driving, unless your Mazda6 includes voice recognition. This feature lets you use global voice commands to play a podcast, access your contact list, make phone calls, turn on the radio, and more. With voice command, you can safely access the functions of MAZDA CONNECT™ while keeping your eyes on the road and your hands on the
wheel of your Mazda6.

Not only will the MAZDA CONNECT™system keep you in the know, give you access to your contacts, messages, and favourite apps and music, but it will also help you keep your Mazda6 in excellent driving condition. The system can update you about how the systems in the vehicle are functioning, provide reminders about oil changes and other required maintenance, including tire rotation.

If you’re wondering if MAZDA CONNECT™is the perfect connected-car tech for you, the team at Bommarito Mazda South can help you by letting you experience all the features first-hand. At our dealership, we help customers figure out which infotainment features are helpful and practical for how they use their vehicle, instead of just to upsell a bunch of features with a vehicle. That customer-first focus has resulted in our dealership receiving Gold Cup and President’s Award recognition for excellent service. Come see us in St. Louis, Missouri or give our sales team a call at 314-487-9800
to experience the customer service difference.

 

Mazda6 – SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY and SKYACTIV®-G Vectoring Control Technologies

Mazda is always pushing technology forward to improve the safe handling of its vehicles. Evidence of this is the ever-evolving SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY vehicle dynamics suite, which features a number of different technologies that help improve performance and driving dynamics of the vehicle.

The Mazda6 and its sibling sedan, the Mazda3, were the first vehicles to feature the addition of SKYACTIV®-G Vectoring technology (GVC) to the SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGYwhich work together to enhance the joint performance of the chassis, body, and powertrain of the vehicle. GVC adjusts torque and controls acceleration in response to steering action. This adjustment maximizes grip on all four tires, reducing the need for the driver to make steering corrections. When accelerating quickly, occupants of the Mazda6 will notice less movement of the head and torso as a result of the improvement to vehicle handling. Because of the alleviation of steering correction requirements, less fatigue will be experienced by the driver, and the ride will be more comfortable for the body for all occupants of the vehicle. Plus, GVC’s improvements to the grip beneath the tires will increase driver confidence, regardless of the road surface.

“SKYACTIV®-G engines, including a 2.5 T Dynamic Pressure Turbo and 2.0- and 2.5-liter options, support agile handling, and improved fuel economy thanks to lower fuel consumption, and lower emissions. SKYACTIV transmissions are made specifically to work in tandem with the “SKYACTIV®-G engines and improve the ability of the vehicle to respond to acceleration and smoothly move through each shift. The SKYACTIV®-Drive 6-speed automatic provides the feel of a manual transmission, with improved torque transfer and all of the advantages found with continuously variable transmissions, dual-clutch and conventional transmissions combined. 

The SKYACTIV®-Body uses “continuous framework” and “straightening” concepts, so each section of the framework functions in a coordinated fashion, while being rigid enough to promote improved handling and fuel economy, and achieve excellent crash safety performance. The SKYACTIV®-Chassis, improves driving quality and comfort, thanks to increased stability in response to steering inputs.

SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGYare award-winning advancements for Mazda, and SKYACTIV®-G Control was awarded Best New Innovation Technology form the Automotive Journalists Association of Canada in 2017.

The best way to find out how the SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY VEHICLE DYNAMICS suite affects vehicle performance with the Mazda6 is to drive one. Our award-winning staff at Bommarito Mazda South can demonstrate how the technology works during a test drive and show you the other features of the Mazda6 to see if it’s the right vehicle for your needs. We put the needs of our customers first, so you’ll never experience high-pressure sales tactics at our dealership.

Give us a call at 314-487-9800 or visit us in St. Louis, Missouri to take one of our Mazda6 models for a test drive.