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I can get a BMW M3 for the cost of that chevy SS, which is a still a chevy in the end.
A used M3 perhaps. New they are more to the $75k range with options.
However, the Mazda is not bad for a generic family sedan. The Camry is boring, and the Altima has Nissan's version of hell on Earth, the Renault-derived CVT that offers good fuel economy, but does not inspire confidence when driving one. The Accord Sport is closer to the Mazda, offering the option of a 6-speed manual, though most are CVT.
The Malibu is close to the top of the family segment with the redesign for 2016, IMO. I had two as rentals, and the higher trims offer premium feel for a family sedan, one available at an affordable price, and though both engines are four cylinders, power was not an issue for regular driving, i.e., not sports cars as if you want a sports sedan, you need to look outside of the family sedan segment.
Mazda has stiff competition and the Accord does have a better reliability track record long-term, as does the Malibu which has made great strides in recent years, as GM has refocused on the vehicles in its lineup. Dropping sportier options and the V6, as well as not offering the AWD that the Mazda 6 has in overseas markets, limits the appeal of an affordable sports sedan, since it's really just a sportier family sedan without the prowess to run with true sports sedans. As a styling exercise, it's not a bad vehicle, at all, but I see many more Accords on the road, more newer Accords than newer Camry, although I may miss the Camry as they can be that generic, especially in the sandstone tones with tan interiors.
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Based on Trucar.com, the Altima has a almost a $3000 price advantage over Mazda6 in actual dale price. We got a very nicely equipped Altima for under $20 grand. You can't touch anything in that category for that price.
Yes, I loved my Mazda 626 and I figure the 6 is just the newer generation. I'm not sure I'd rate it as a family sedan, though I'm sure that must be accurate. I'd love to own one. I see a lot of 3's out there, too. Not a fan. Must be a 6.
The Ford Fusion. Wow. I just rented one for a business trip and drove it nearly a thousand miles. Comfortable and roomy! Seemed way bigger than a Mazda 6. Not sure how they can be in the same category.
I should go test drive a 6. The Isuzu is limping along on what may be its last leg.
I like the front of the car a lot, but not the rear. Not sure I'd buy a Mazda though. A buddy had one and it was junk. But, that was 5 years ago. In that class I'd buy a Honda Accord Touring which imo is better looking and it would smoke the Mazda.
If I'm buying a 4 door anything... it's a Charger.
Sincerely,
A Challenger owner
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