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New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« on: July 01, 2012, 08:42:37 pm »
 I can't believe that the new Mazda 6 is coming out in saloon model only.

No hatchback available. Is Mazda crazy?

 I have bought my last 2 Mazda 6's because of the flexibilty and other factors that the hatchback gives you, suicide I believe by Mazda.

New BMW instead now.

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #1 on: July 01, 2012, 09:40:04 pm »
That's a real bummer! I was thinking of changing my then 3 year old model for a new one but certainly not if it's just a saloon. I will probably instead extend the warranty on my present car for a year or so and then look at the new Mondeo.

Very disappointing.

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #2 on: July 02, 2012, 10:06:11 am »
I can't believe that the new Mazda 6 is coming out in saloon model only.

No hatchback available. Is Mazda crazy?

 I have bought my last 2 Mazda 6's because of the flexibilty and other factors that the hatchback gives you, suicide I believe by Mazda.

New BMW instead now.

Uk's a small market though, most places prefer saloons

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #3 on: July 02, 2012, 10:55:11 am »
I can't believe that the new Mazda 6 is coming out in saloon model only.

No hatchback available. Is Mazda crazy?

 I have bought my last 2 Mazda 6's because of the flexibilty and other factors that the hatchback gives you, suicide I believe by Mazda.

New BMW instead now.

Uk's a small market though, most places prefer saloons


Bought mine for same reason, hatchback covers all the angles. .! Hope they have a change of heart.!

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #4 on: July 02, 2012, 12:12:50 pm »
My previous car was a Toyota Avensis and when their new model came out it was Saloon only, so thats why I swapped to Mazda when the time came. The alternatives to Ford and Vauxhall are becoming less and less.

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #5 on: July 02, 2012, 01:06:58 pm »
I think you'll find that it's some mislead journalist rather than an official Mazda communication.  Mazda are trying to break into the UK fleet market in a big way.  When they facelifted the current 6 they dropped the saloon because of slow sales.  There is absolutely no way that they are going to not have a hatchback for the new 6.

New BMW instead now.
I think you'll find the BMW isn't a hatchback either :D

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #6 on: July 02, 2012, 04:00:49 pm »
Car magazine are also reporting no hatchback.

http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/Secret-new-cars/Search-Results/Spyshots/Mazda-6-2013--the-full-scoop-on-new-family-car/
 
I need a hatchback but don't want an estate so Mazda have lost a future sale here I'm afraid. Great shame as the new car looks very good.

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #7 on: July 02, 2012, 05:49:25 pm »
I do hope not.  The saloon may look nicer than most other saloons, but I need the boot space practicality (albeit less than I used to). I also like the option to wipe the rear windscreen so that I have a clear view behind - not an option with saloons!  I've tried the MK4 Mondeo and won't be going back.  Probably returning to Vauxhall when the time comes for a change.

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #8 on: July 03, 2012, 10:33:56 am »
I have to agree with you all that it is a really nice looking car but the lack of a hatchback option would seem to be an oversight on Mazda's part.
As an estate owner I am also slightly concerned that practicality the new estate has been compromised in the pursuit on aerodynamics/looks. Hopefully I am wrong but the the back end of the new car looks very low which would suggest that the rear access is limited, something which I find excellent on both 1st and 2nd generation 6's. If there was ever an example of a manufacturer getting this wrong it is on the Insignia estate, a good looking car in my opinion but utterly useless as an estate, the boot is just too narrow and low and with an enormous rear bumper to lift everything over as well, hopeless!

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #9 on: July 03, 2012, 11:50:32 am »
Same for me.  No hatchback = no 6.
I might be tempted by a CX-5 instead, but the other alternative may be one of the new VAG cars with cylinder deactivation.  I don't really need a diesel for my day to day running, but I do some really long runs at weekends every 2-3 months.  If there's sufficient rear leg room in the new Seat Toledo and they top the range out with a 1.4 litre, 160bhp engine with cylinder deactivation I could be really tempted (especially since it looks like it will be substantially cheaper than the new 6).

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #10 on: July 04, 2012, 07:29:38 pm »
The estate looks fantastic and would certainly be on my radar next year when my current 6 is due to renewal (if its on our co car list, its getting worse every year).

Not fussed about a saloon/hatchback, never liked them anyway.

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #11 on: July 04, 2012, 08:33:54 pm »
Hmmmm - if the 2013 model faithfully follows the Takeri's shape, then I think it'll split opinion like Marmite...

I love the rear styling, the front light cluster and spolier/diffuser.  The grille spoils the clean lines, though.

I like the "coupe-saloon" silhouette - but I do agree with others' comments about: "why no hatchback?"

I don't like the "over-fussy" crease-lines - particularly where the front wing blends to the front door.

I guess I'll have to wait until the '13 models hit the motoring press.  Until then, I'll hang onto my '06 Sport...

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #12 on: July 07, 2012, 08:44:28 pm »
I'm biased...but I prefer the bulkhead of the saloon as I found it a little quieter than the hatch on the motorway. Plus for some strange reason its 40kg lighter...leaves me plenty of room for expansion ;)


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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #13 on: July 07, 2012, 11:12:09 pm »
looks good! what tint is on the windows?

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Re: New Mazda 6 2013 - no hatchback available
« Reply #14 on: July 08, 2012, 09:46:14 am »
I'm biased...but I prefer the bulkhead of the saloon as I found it a little quieter than the hatch on the motorway. Plus for some strange reason its 40kg lighter...leaves me plenty of room for expansion ;)



I wonder about the 40kg too, I can imagine maybe 10-20kg for the hatchback tailgate mechanism/re-inforcements