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Segment: Large
Production years: 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999

MAZDA Xedos 6 1992-1999 3 Photos
MAZDA Xedos 6 (1992-1999)MAZDA Xedos 6 (1992-1999)MAZDA Xedos 6 (1992-1999)

When Mazda tried to introduce a premium in its lineup, it started with a different strategy than Nissan, Honda, and Toyota. At first, it tried to introduce a car that bared the Xedos name. And it failed.

The Japanese carmaker chose the wrong time to try and start the Xedos premium brand. It was at the beginning of the '90s, and an economic crisis just started. The market was not in need of premium vehicles or, at least, for premium experiments. Mazda tried the European customers with the Mazda Xedos 6, which was built on the same platform as the MX6 coupe and the 626. After just 72.000 units sold worldwide in seven years and Ford took control over Mazda, the American owner shut down the project.

Sleek and streamlined, the Xedos 6 featured a slim front fascia with narrow headlights and a grille that didn't resemble any other Mazda on the market. The curved surfaces and flowing lines went into an ascending trend toward the rear. The raked A-pillars and sloped rear windscreen improved the aerodynamic coefficient. Its design was different than any other Mazda on European soil.

The interior was fit for five adult passengers. The manufacturer installed steering-wheel buttons and a complete instrument panel that offered enough information about the driver's car and speed. On the sides of the instrument cluster, the carmaker installed warning lights for various functions.

Under the hood, Mazda installed a smooth-running 2.0-liter V6 engine that provided enough power to move the car, but it was kind of thirsty. The 1.6-liter version came later with a better fuel-efficiency, but it lacked the refinement of a V6 and, of course, the ponies.

MAZDA Xedos 6 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999
  5 gasoline engines
  • 1.6L 16V 4AT (107 HP)
  • 1.6L 16V 5MT (107 HP)
  • 2.0L V6 4AT (144 HP)
  • 2.0L V6 5MT (144 HP)
  • 2.0L V6 5MT (160 HP)

MAZDA Xedos 6
1.6L 16V 4AT (107 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 16V 4AT (107 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1598 cm3
Power:78.7 KW @ 6200 RPM
107 HP @ 6200 RPM
106 BHP @ 6200 RPM
Torque:102 lb-ft @ 4600 RPM
138 Nm @ 4600 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:109 mph (175 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):13.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-Speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:185/65HR14
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.5 in (4559 mm)
Width:66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height:53.3 in (1354 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.8/58.2 in (1,468/1,478 mm)
Wheelbase:102.8 in (2611 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.1 in (130 mm)
Cargo Volume:14.4 cuFT (408 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2513 lbs (1140 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3627 lbs (1645 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:22.8 mpg US (10.3 L/100Km)
Highway:41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km)
Combined:31.3 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km)

MAZDA Xedos 6
1.6L 16V 5MT (107 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 16V 5MT (107 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1598 cm3
Power:78.7 KW @ 6200 RPM
107 HP @ 6200 RPM
106 BHP @ 6200 RPM
Torque:102 lb-ft @ 4600 RPM
138 Nm @ 4600 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:124 mph (200 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):10.3 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:185/65HR14
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.5 in (4559 mm)
Width:66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height:53.3 in (1354 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.8/58.2 in (1,468/1,478 mm)
Wheelbase:102.8 in (2611 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.1 in (130 mm)
Cargo Volume:14.4 cuFT (408 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2621.2 lbs (1189 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3538.4 lbs (1605 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:24.8 mpg US (9.5 L/100Km)
Highway:43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km)
Combined:31.3 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:178 g/km

MAZDA Xedos 6
2.0L V6 4AT (144 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L V6 4AT (144 HP)
Cylinders:V6
Displacement:1995 cm3
Power:105.9 KW @ 6000 RPM
144 HP @ 6000 RPM
142 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:129 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM
175 Nm @ 5000 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:15.9 gallons (60.2 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:134 mph (216 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):12.1 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-Speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:195/60 R15V
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.5 in (4559 mm)
Width:66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height:53.3 in (1354 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.8/58.2 in (1,468/1,478 mm)
Wheelbase:102.8 in (2611 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.1 in (130 mm)
Cargo Volume:14.4 cuFT (408 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2624 lbs (1190 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3770 lbs (1710 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:18.5 mpg US (12.7 L/100Km)
Highway:32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km)
Combined:29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:217 g/km

MAZDA Xedos 6
2.0L V6 5MT (144 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L V6 5MT (144 HP)
Cylinders:V6
Displacement:1995 cm3
Power:105.9 KW @ 6000 RPM
144 HP @ 6000 RPM
142 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:129 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM
175 Nm @ 5000 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:15.9 gallons (60.2 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:134 mph (216 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):9.3 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:195/60 R15V
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.5 in (4559 mm)
Width:66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height:53.3 in (1354 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.8/58.2 in (1,468/1,478 mm)
Wheelbase:102.8 in (2611 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.1 in (130 mm)
Cargo Volume:14.4 cuFT (408 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2689.6 lbs (1220 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3681.7 lbs (1670 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
Highway:38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
Combined:29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:217 g/km

MAZDA Xedos 6
2.0L V6 5MT (160 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L V6 5MT (160 HP)
Cylinders:V6
Displacement:1995 cm3
Power:117.7 KW @ 6500 RPM
160 HP @ 6500 RPM
158 BHP @ 6500 RPM
Torque:133 lb-ft @ 5500 RPM
180 Nm @ 5500 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:15.9 gallons (60.2 L)
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:195/60 R15V
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.5 in (4559 mm)
Width:66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height:53.3 in (1354 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.8/58.2 in (1,468/1,478 mm)
Wheelbase:102.8 in (2611 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.1 in (130 mm)
Cargo Volume:14.4 cuFT (408 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2712 lbs (1230 kg)
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