Mazda introduces new turbodiesel to Mazda6
Author: MotorTorque Team
Published: 11 November 2008
Mazda will introduce the new MZR-CD 2.2-litre turbodiesel engine with a choice of three different power outputs to the new Mazda6, alongside specification upgrades and an additional diesel hatchback model by January.
Refreshing the hatch and saloon range for 2009, Mazda will also introduce the ‘Rear Vehicle Monitoring System’ will be as standard on 15 models, from TS2 upwards. The new active safety feature detects and warns the driver of an approaching vehicle before he/she has a chance to move across into a busy lane by mistake.
“In its previous 140ps form, our diesel Mazda6 out-performed many potential rivals, particularly their entry and mid-level derivatives, and its reduced CO2 emissions delivered real financial benefits to company car drivers,” said Mark Cameron, Mazda UK Sales Director.
“Our mid-power 163ps diesel, with 16 percent more power, offers an amazing performance‑per-pound package, significantly out-pacing rivals. All three diesel engines are emissions clean with modest CO2 ratings, excellent fuel efficiency and genuine refinement.
Cameron said the Mazda6 retail market share has grown from 7.6 percent in 2007 to 9.2 percent year to date.
“Despite the new model improvements we have maintained the price premium for the estate at just £700 over the hatchback, and as we predicted, the estate’s popularity has increased so that it now accounts for 20% of sales. We also expect diesel powertrains to be specified by 90% of fleet buyers,” concluded Cameron.
Engines
The second-generation Mazda6 is now equipped with the MZR-CD 2.2-litre turbodiesel in three power derivatives, producing 182bhp, 11bhp and 14bhp of maximum power output and 295lb-ft, 265lb-ft and 228lb-ft of torque respectively using a variable-geometry turbocharger.
This increases maximum available torque at both low and high engine speeds, while also increasing low-end response, says Mazda.
Fuel injection pressure has been upped by 11% , while high-pressure pump and new injectors are improved to enable more precise injection timing and an increase in both the frequency and quantity of the injections.
An exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) system with a cooler bypass structure decreases unburned gases and NOx to realise lower emissions, which are then then treated by a diesel particulate filter (DPF).
On the combined cycle, the new Mazda6 diesel returns between 51.4mpg and 49.6mpg, with CO2 figures of 147g/km to 152g/km, depending on model
Five Equipment Levels
Apart from the trio of new diesel versions, the lane-change radar monitor and the fitting of Smart Keyless Entry (with push button engine Start/Stop) on all Sport and Sport Luxury models, Mazda has made a number of other changes to specification levels.
As well as the established Mazda equipment levels – S, TS, TS2 and Sport – a new range-topper called ‘SL’ (Sport Luxury) has been added. The Sport grade features a ‘Sports Appearance Pack’ fitted as standard on this model, including 18-inch wheels.
Other SL equipment includes full leather seats, heated front seats, a 240W BOSE surround sound premium audio system with eight speakers, 18-inch alloy wheels, Bi-Xenon headlamps and front and rear parking sensors.
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Solidly built, well engineered, comprehensively equipped and enjoyable to drive, the Mazda6 is an interesting alternative to the usual saloons.
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