Mazda 6 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Mazda 6 model year from 1993 to 2007 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the 6 has been offered with 3.0L 6-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 1997 (up to 26 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Mazda 6 fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 20 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 20 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 20 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 19–20 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1997 | 20–26 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1996 | 20–26 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1995 | 20–26 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1994 | 20–26 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1993 | 19–26 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
2007 Mazda 6: engines & MPG
The 2007 6 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Sport Wagon | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| 6 Sport Wagon | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2006 Mazda 6: engines & MPG
The 2006 6 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Sport Wagon | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| 6 Sport Wagon | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2005 Mazda 6: engines & MPG
The 2005 6 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Sport Wagon | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| 6 Sport Wagon | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2004 Mazda 6: engines & MPG
The 2004 6 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Sport Wagon | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| 6 Sport Wagon | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG |
1997 Mazda 6: engines & MPG
The 1997 6 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX-6 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
1996 Mazda 6: engines & MPG
The 1996 6 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX-6 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
1995 Mazda 6: engines & MPG
The 1995 6 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX-6 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
1994 Mazda 6: engines & MPG
The 1994 6 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX-6 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
1993 Mazda 6: engines & MPG
The 1993 6 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX-6 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| MX-6 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Mazda 6 get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the 6 range from 20 to 26 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 1997 model year.
What engines does the 2007 Mazda 6 have?
The 2007 6 was EPA-rated with 3.0L 6-cyl engines — see the 2007 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Mazda 6 require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular gasoline and premium gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
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