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Compare Mazda 6 Sedan vs Nissan Altima

Mazda 6 Sedan
2021 Mazda 6 Sedan
Select configuration:
$24,475
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.5
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Nissan Altima
2023 Nissan Altima
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$25,490
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.6
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 27 MPG
Hwy: 39 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.2 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
14.7 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.4 ft³

Photos

Mazda 6 Sedan
2018-2021 Mazda 6 Sedan Rear Angle View
2018-2021 Mazda 6 Sedan Dashboard
45
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Nissan Altima
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
56
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
187 hp @ 6000 rpm
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,437 lbs
3,244 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
29 MPG
32 MPG
City
26 MPG
27 MPG
Highway
35 MPG
39 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.2 Tons/yr
5.6 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
16.4 gallons
16.2 gallons
Cruising Range City
426.4 miles
437.4 miles
Cruising Range Highway
574 miles
631.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
192.7 in
192.9 in
Height
57.1 in
56.7 in
Max Width
72.4 in
72.9 in
Front Width
62.4 in
63.6 in
Rear Width
62 in
63.6 in
Wheelbase
111.4 in
111.2 in
Ground Clearance
6.5 in
4.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.2 in
43.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.4 in
39.1 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.9 in
58.2 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.5 in
54.7 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.7 in
35.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.1 in
36.9 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.1 in
57.1 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.5 in
54.5 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
14.7 ft³
15.4 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.7 ft
36.1 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
16" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
16" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/55VR17
P215/60HR16
Rear Tire
P225/55VR17
P215/60HR16
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Deep Crystal Blue
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Machine Gray Metallic
  • Snowflake White Pearl Mica
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic
  • Brilliant Silver Metallic
  • Deep Blue Pearl
  • Glacier White
  • Gun Metallic
  • Super Black

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Charcoal, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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