Two 2010 Mazda MAZDA6 Engine Options

While it is true that there are only two 2010 Mazda MAZDA6 engine options, either power plant is designed to please and provide the ultimate driving experience. The most powerful choice is the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6 3.7 Liter V6 engine that produces 272 horse power and 269 pound feet of torque. The V6 delivers an impressive zero to sixty time of 6.5 seconds and is truly a powerful engine for a relatively light weight car. The fuel economy, however, suffers with the larger engine and estimated gas mileage is only 17 miles per gallon in city settings and 25 miles per gallon on the highway. The only available transmission with the V6 engine is a five speed automatic which has proven to be well matched with the motor.

For individuals that are seeking a more economical power plant in their MAZDA6, the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6 2.5 Liter V4 engine is perhaps the better choice. While it produces 170 horsepower and 167 pound feet of torque, the motor can be matched to one of three different transmissions which allows the driving experience to be matched to the specific desires of the driver. The fuel economy in the smaller engine is improved and the estimated gas mileage is 21 miles per gallon in city settings and a fairly impressive 30 miles per gallon on the highway.

The majority of drivers will find that the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6 2.5 Liter V4 engine is sufficient for their needs, but if a person truly wants a powerful and impressive option, the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6 3.7 Liter V6 engine is the obvious choice. While the fuel economy may not be satisfactory to some consumers, the sheer enjoyment of driving a vehicle that has such an impressive power plant under the hood is often enough to make up for it.