Mazda6 MkIII Wagon
Mazda's 2013 Mazda6 model is larger in every dimension. Now featuring SkyActive technologies, including racing-style exhaust system, the new body is larger, crucially so between the engine and the cabin. This provides a longer wheelbase profile (similar to a RWD car), for a more performance-oriented look.
Much to like in the new car too, efficient powertrains without moving to petrol-turbos, high compression ratio petrols and very low compression ratio diesels. iELOOP provides high-capacity electrical charging in a supercapacitor (mounted below the left headlamp) when the car is on overun.
Additional size though, along with a change in front suspension, has dulled the previously awesome chassis a little. The extra refinement though, is most welcome.
So, why is the SkyActive Mazda6 in LUGNuts 72nd build challenge, - 'LUGNuts 6th Anniversary'?
Because our 6th birthday challenge is about building models to any of the previous 71 challenges, in this case Challenge 35, - "Big in Japan" focusing on Japanese branded vehicles. The new enbiggened Mazda6 being a great example of 'Big in Japan'.
Mazda6 MkIII Wagon
Mazda's 2013 Mazda6 model is larger in every dimension. Now featuring SkyActive technologies, including racing-style exhaust system, the new body is larger, crucially so between the engine and the cabin. This provides a longer wheelbase profile (similar to a RWD car), for a more performance-oriented look.
Much to like in the new car too, efficient powertrains without moving to petrol-turbos, high compression ratio petrols and very low compression ratio diesels. iELOOP provides high-capacity electrical charging in a supercapacitor (mounted below the left headlamp) when the car is on overun.
Additional size though, along with a change in front suspension, has dulled the previously awesome chassis a little. The extra refinement though, is most welcome.
So, why is the SkyActive Mazda6 in LUGNuts 72nd build challenge, - 'LUGNuts 6th Anniversary'?
Because our 6th birthday challenge is about building models to any of the previous 71 challenges, in this case Challenge 35, - "Big in Japan" focusing on Japanese branded vehicles. The new enbiggened Mazda6 being a great example of 'Big in Japan'.