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Mazda MX-6

Mazda MX-6
Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The official data lists 13 versions of the Mazda MX-6 (1993–1997), in the United States and Canada. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
1993–1997
Markets
United States, Canada
Engines
2.0 L to 2.5 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
9.0 L/100 km (EPA)
Lowest consumption (Canada)
9.4 L/100 km (5-cycle)

What kind of car was the Mazda MX-6?

The Mazda MX-6 was a two-door coupé with a low, flowing shape and a more personal feel than a family sedan. Mazda developed it from the Capella coupé into a distinct specialty car, with a design built around soft curves and a low, wide stance.

Generations and engines

The second-generation MX-6, code GE, ran from 1993 to 1997. It continued the coupé theme with rounded styling. The US and Canadian listings show petrol engines from 2.0 L to 2.5 L.

How economical was the MX-6?

For the United States, the best combined EPA rating is 26 MPG and the lowest listed consumption is 9 L/100 km. In Canada, the lowest listed figure is 9.4 L/100 km on the NRCan 5-cycle test. The EPA and Canadian 5-cycle procedures differ; European figures use WLTP or NEDC tests.

Where was the MX-6 sold?

The second-generation MX-6 is listed in the United States and Canada. The US years are 1993–1997, while the Canadian years are 1995–1997.

Questions and answers

What body style was the MX-6?

It was a two-door coupé.

When was the second-generation MX-6 sold?

The GE second generation ran from 1993 to 1997.

What engines were listed in the US and Canada?

Petrol engines ranged from 2.0 L to 2.5 L.

How do the US and Canadian economy figures compare?

The best US combined EPA rating listed is 26 MPG, and Canada’s lowest listed consumption is 9.4 L/100 km on NRCan’s 5-cycle test. The procedures differ.

MX-6 second generation (1993–1997)

Mazda MX-6 second generation
Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Model codes: GE · Sold in: United States and Canada · References: en.wikipedia.org

United States 7 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1993–1997(FFS)2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1997(FFS), CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1994–1997(FFS), CLKUP · V-6 (FFS), CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1993–1997(FFS) · V-6 (FFS)2.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1994–1996(FFS), CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
1993(FFS), CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
1993(FFS), CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Canada 6 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1997Subcompact2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle242 g/km
1997Subcompact2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle216 g/km
1995–1997Subcompact2.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle290 g/km
1995–1997Subcompact2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle274 g/km
1995–1996Subcompact2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle244 g/km
1995–1996Subcompact2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle219 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.