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5) I understand that the 2006 Tribute will be built entirely in Japan for the North American market. Not many others know this yet, I think, but I believe this information to be pretty reliable. Good news. That's interesting because I've heard that the next Escape will be based off of the European Focus platform (Mazda3, Volvo S40/V50). It once was rumored to be based off of the Mazda6 platform but apparently Ford has something up their sleeves to put another car based SUV right between the Escape and the Explorer that may or may not be based off of the Mazda6. This is the first I've heard of the Tribute being produced in Japan and separated from the Escape/Mariner, but then again, none of the Escape news ever actually included the Tribute so I'm not doubting your info. I guess since the Mazda3 is produced in Japan it would make sense to produce the lower volume Tribute there too. If in fact it will be based on the Mazda3. It almost seems like Ford has bigger plans for the Mazda6 platform than Mazda does. They need to get cracking!
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Replying to: groovypippin (Oct 11, 2004 5:17 pm) I like the smaller size. One of the reasons we chose the Mazda6 is we wanted a more compact car. We already have a big, roomy sedan. There are lots of them out there. Mazda does this well. Ditto for the MPV. It appeals to people who don't want a big honking minivan. My suggestions for improvement would be: better mpg!! (nowhere listed for you). With gas prices rising over $2 a gallon, Mazda could capitalize on its compact size by getting better mpg -- especially developing a hybrid vehicle. AWD gets worse gas mileage than regular front wheel drive. Agree safety package should be standard. Split on the center console. My 2 cents.
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Replying to: suydam (Oct 12, 2004 7:28 am) They don't have to make it as big as an Avalon, but they do need to stretch and widen the platform to open up more interior space. Agree on your MPG comment. Mazda lags well behind the competition in this regard with the exception of the new 2.0L engine which is close to best in class. Their V6's are both thirsty and underpowered compared to the competition. Not a good combo. |
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Replying to: groovypippin (Oct 11, 2004 5:17 pm) But, the main reason a consumer will choose the MZ6 over the Accord-Camry combo is because it is not an Accord-Camry. I'm looking now at my Pebble-Ash 6s with the sport package, and I can say with some certainty that it will be a long time before I see another one like it. It isn't as economical or roomy as an Accord-Camry, it won't have the same resale, and it is slightly smaller, but it serves every purpose I need from a midsize sedan (I have two kids, plenty of room for them). It is as smooth and well constructed as the Accord-Camry (except for interior materials, where it lags a little). The best part, though, is that none of this matters the moment you put on your seat belt. This car is so much fun to drive that all of its blemishes disappear the moment you turn the key. And did I tell you how great it looks? It makes the Accord-Camry look like a couple of plowhorses (I like both of those cars, but they have completely different personalities). Mazda doesn't have to do much with this car. It is already excellent. |
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Replying to: ramped (Oct 12, 2004 8:05 am) I'm looking at my Steel Grey MZ6 (sport, moonroof, BOSE) next to a colleague's new Honda Accord, and smiling, knowing I got the better car. Mazda (with imput from Ford, of course) decided to defy the mainstream and build cars that are fun to DRIVE, not cart around the wife/husband and the 2.3 kids. My MZ6 is not an Accord-Camry, and I'm proud of that. I drove the Accord, and thought it was good, but not exciting. I wasn't going near the Camry for fear of being bored asleep, as well as seeing 25 more of them on my commute to work everyday! The 6 has plenty of room for my family, looks unique in a world of copycats, and gets decent gas mileage, without sacrificing it's performance and it's nimbleness. Trust me, I'd rather arrive at work with a smile on my face and a spring in my step from driving my 6, rather than yawning and reaching for the coffee from driving the "AcCamry". Ramped is right. The Mazda 6 is "already excellent".
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Replying to: mz6greyghost (Oct 12, 2004 9:23 am) We have 2 large teenagers (one a 6-footer) and 2 large dogs, and I don't think there's anything out there that could haul them as comfortably and be as much fun and as sexy looking as this wagon is. AND at this price ($23.5 out the door). I LOVE IT! |
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I saw this mentioned on an earlier post that someone modified the taillights on their 6 so that BOTH sets of taillights activate when the brakes are applied, as compared to just the outer sets. How do I make this modification? Is is an easy mod? Thanks |
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| Not that its such a big deal,but when i sat in a 2005 6 sdn. today i did notice that there was only one pocket for storing maps which was behind the drivers seat instead of the 04 which has them behind both seats.Gotta cut corners somewhere. | |
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Replying to: ramped (Oct 12, 2004 8:05 am)  I have the pebble ash with Black leather and sports package (GFX package in Canada) and its a smart looking combo. I too drove all the others including a tier above. The only other car I liked as much from an overall handling perspective was the Infiniti G35 (RWD) and I couldn't justify spending the difference. Besides front drive is more practical for those of us who have to deal with snow for what seems like half the year. The Altima 3.5 SE is just too much brute force on the torque steer and simply does not handle as well (doesn't feel quite as solid). In addition I am tall and could not for the life of me fit into an Altima with leather and sunroof. Funny, because on paper the Altima has more headroom. It was the only serious contender in the price range. Honda and Camry - you said it all. Mazda is going for a niche, and I think they found it. My other car is a Passat Wagon. I love it, but had the Mazda Wagon been available I think I would have two Mazdas now. For sure its going to be cheaper to maintain.
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Replying to: ctiguy (Oct 13, 2004 1:26 pm) I do like the leather interior more than the cloth in the MZ6. The driver's armrest isn't very comfortable with the hard cloth surface. By the way, I was in Toronto 12 years ago and enjoyed the city. I visited the Blue Jays clubhouse and chatted with catcher Pat Borders, who played high school ball in Lake Wales, FL, where I used to work. Later that year he was the World Series MVP, if I'm not mistaken. My wife wants to take the new car on a trip next summer to Cooperstown, N.Y. Her great grandfather is in the Hall of Fame. Since we'll be relatively close, maybe we'll stop by :^) I do love Canadian beer! |
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