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2014 Mazda MAZDA6: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Mazda6 is an all-new, third-generation sedan built on Mazda’s lighter SKYACTIV platform. Its headline change is the full redesign, which brings a new 184-hp 2.5-liter engine, sharper styling, and improved fuel economy.
About the 2014 Mazda MAZDA6
3rd generation Mazda6 (GJ), first U.S. model year; all-new redesign.
Mazda positioned the 2014 Mazda6 as the midsize sedan for buyers who wanted everyday family-car usefulness without settling for something dull. The core pitch was straightforward: sharp styling, strong fuel economy, and a more connected driving feel than typical rivals. It is a roomy five-seat sedan meant for commuting, road trips, and family duty, but with a driver-focused chassis and a more premium look and cabin feel than many mainstream midsize sedans of its time.
The i Sport is the polished entry trim, with 17-inch alloy wheels, push-button start, and a manual transmission. The i Touring adds synthetic leather seating, dual-zone climate control, a power driver’s seat, and blind-spot monitoring. The i Grand Touring has the most upscale equipment, including leather heated seats, navigation, Bose audio, a moonroof, upgraded headlights, and low-speed automatic braking.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Every trim gets a new 184-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. Fuel economy improves to as high as 26 mpg city and 38 mpg highway with the automatic, or 25 mpg city and 37 mpg highway with the manual.
Styling
Mazda gives the sedan a completely new exterior using its KODO design theme, along with a redesigned and more upscale-looking cabin.
Safety
The redesigned lineup adds newer driver-assistance features. The i Touring has blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, while the i Grand Touring has low-speed automatic braking.
Tech
The i Grand Touring makes navigation, a 5.8-inch touchscreen, proximity keyless entry, and push-button start standard. It also has an 11-speaker Bose audio system.
Structure
The Mazda6 moves to Mazda’s lighter SKYACTIV body and chassis architecture, forming the foundation of the third-generation sedan.
2014 Mazda MAZDA6 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.5L / 4Cyl PZEV SKYACTIV-G 2.5L | 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.5L / 4Cyl PZEV SKYACTIV-G 2.5L | 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.5L / 4Cyl PZEV SKYACTIV-G 2.5L |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd SKYACTIV w/MM | Auto, 6-Spd SKYACTIV w/MM | Auto, 6-Spd SKYACTIV w/MM / Auto 6-Spd SKYACTIV Shftr |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26–28 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 38 mpg | 38 mpg | 38–40 mpg |
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 184 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 185 lb-ft | 185 lb-ft | 185 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14.8 cu-ft | 14.8 cu-ft | 14.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38.7 in | 38.7 in | 38.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Headlights | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Subwoofer | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Remote Start | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2014 Mazda6 fully redesigned?
Yes. The 2014 Mazda6 begins the third generation in the U.S., with a new platform, new body and cabin, and a new four-cylinder engine.
What engine does the 2014 Mazda6 have?
Every 2014 Mazda6 trim has a 184-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. The i Sport has a manual transmission, while automatic versions use a six-speed automatic.
How fuel-efficient is the redesigned 2014 Mazda6?
The 2014 Mazda6 is rated as high as 26 mpg city and 38 mpg highway with the automatic transmission. Manual models are rated at 25 mpg city and 37 mpg highway.
Which trims make up the 2014 Mazda6 lineup?
The 2014 Mazda6 lineup consists of i Sport, i Touring, and i Grand Touring. The prior i Touring Plus and s Grand Touring trim names do not continue into the redesigned model year.
What safety features were added to the 2014 Mazda6?
The redesigned 2014 Mazda6 adds blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert to the i Touring. The i Grand Touring adds low-speed automatic braking to help avoid or reduce the severity of a collision.
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