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Sedan
car_truck“I bought my Mazda6 for the way it steered, but I kept it because it turned everyday errands into something I actually looked forward to,” says Jordan, a long-time owner. “It never tried to be flashy—just precise, quiet, and surprisingly frugal. Ten years on, I still miss how natural everything felt.”
That sentiment captures the essence of this pre-owned 2010 Mazda6 GS Sedan. It’s a driver’s four-door at heart—confident without bravado—balancing family-friendly practicality with a chassis engineered for feedback and control. The front-wheel-drive layout is tuned for stability, and the suspension geometry—double-wishbone up front, multi-link in the rear—keeps the body poised over patchy pavement and steady through a quick lane change. Braking is handled by four-wheel discs with antilock and brake assist, and traction management works seamlessly in the background, building reassurance in poor weather.
Speed-sensitive hydraulic steering keeps effort light in the parking lot and communicative on the open road.
Under the hood sits Mazda’s 2.5‑liter DOHC four-cylinder, an all-aluminum unit designed for responsive throttle feel and enduring efficiency. It pairs to an electronically controlled 5‑speed automatic with overdrive and a sequential manual mode for those times you want to choose the gear yourself. Power is a usable 170 hp, and real-world economy remains a highlight, with rated consumption of 9.7 L/100 km in the city and 6.7 L/100 km on the highway. This example shows 228,613 kilometers—evidence of regular use rather than neglect—and remains a compelling option for commuters who value low running costs and mechanical clarity.
Exterior details are tastefully restrained: projector-style halogen headlamps for a clean beam pattern, color-keyed trim that avoids gimmicks, and 17-inch alloy wheels wearing performance all-season rubber.
The proportions look right from every angle—long roofline, short overhangs, and a trunk that’s genuinely useful.
Inside, the GS trim emphasizes ergonomics and durability. Supportive front buckets offer height and recline adjustments, the rear bench folds 60/40 to expand cargo versatility, and the trunk is lined and illuminated for easy loading after dark. Materials are thoughtfully chosen—cloth seating that breathes, metal-look accents that brighten the dash, and controls that move with well-judged weight. The cabin keeps you focused: clear analog gauges, a trip computer for the essentials, and steering-wheel audio keys feeding a six-speaker AM/FM CD system with auxiliary input. Cruise control handles the long hauls, while power windows and locks with keyless entry streamline the daily routine.
Safety and security are built in with six airbags, active front seatbelt pretensioners, a reinforced body structure, and an immobilizer with alarm.
Daytime running lights, a high-mounted stop lamp, and delayed-off headlamps add practical touches you’ll notice every night. Even small conveniences—an illuminated glove box, multiple 12V outlets, a full-length console with covered storage, and retained accessory power—speak to Mazda’s attention to the living-with-it details.
If your priorities are honest dynamics, respectable economy, and sedan usefulness without pretense, this 2010 Mazda6 GS stands out. It’s the kind of car that rewards smooth inputs, shrugs off long distances, and makes every drive feel neatly executed.
