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2017 Mazda MAZDA6: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2017 Mazda6 is standard G-Vectoring Control, a system that makes steering and cornering feel smoother and more settled. This is an update year rather than a redesign, with a quieter cabin and more standard equipment on several trims.
About the 2017 Mazda MAZDA6
3rd generation (U.S. 2014-2021 Mazda6), follow-up update year after the 2016 refresh and before the larger 2018 redesign/rework.
Mazda positions the Mazda6 as the midsize family sedan for people who still want a car to feel engaging on the road. The core pitch is a blend of sharp steering, attractive styling, strong fuel economy, and a cabin that looks and feels more upscale than many mainstream rivals. Compared with cars like the Camry, Accord, or Fusion, the Mazda6’s big differentiator is that it aims to deliver everyday comfort and practicality without feeling dull or anonymous.
The Sport is the driver-focused starting point, with a manual transmission, push-button start, and a 7-inch touchscreen. Touring adds comfort and everyday safety features such as leatherette seats, blind-spot monitoring, dual-zone climate control, and a power driver seat. Grand Touring has the richest cabin and broadest safety package, including leather seats, navigation, a head-up display, adaptive cruise control, and automatic emergency braking.
What changed, by category
Handling
G-Vectoring Control becomes standard on every trim. The system makes small engine-power adjustments to help the car respond more smoothly when the driver turns the steering wheel.
Refinement
Extra sound insulation and improved sealing reduce cabin noise across the lineup.
Styling
The Mazda6 receives a revised steering wheel and an updated design for the turn signals in the exterior mirrors.
Safety
Grand Touring gains standard lane-keeping assistance, automatic high beams, and automatic emergency braking with collision warning. Touring gains low-speed automatic emergency braking, automatic headlights, and rain-sensing wipers. Later 2017.5 Sport cars add blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
Technology and comfort
Manual-transmission Sport cars gain the 7-inch touchscreen system. Grand Touring adds a full-color head-up display and driver-seat memory. Later 2017.5 Touring cars add navigation and heated front seats.
Trim naming
The i Sport, i Touring, and i Grand Touring names are shortened to Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring. These are renamed versions of the existing trims, not newly introduced trims.
2017 Mazda MAZDA6 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl PZEV SKYACTIV-G 2.5L / 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.5L | 4-Cyl PZEV SKYACTIV-G 2.5L / 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.5L | 4-Cyl PZEV SKYACTIV-G 2.5L / 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.5L |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd Spt Manual | Auto, 6-Spd Spt Manual | Auto, 6-Spd Straight Shft |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 27 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 35 mpg | 35 mpg | 35 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 Leveling Headlights | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Rear Air Conditioning | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| 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
What is the biggest change to the 2017 Mazda6?
The biggest change is standard G-Vectoring Control on every 2017 Mazda6. It makes small adjustments to engine power during steering inputs to help the car feel smoother and more stable through turns.
Is the 2017 Mazda6 a redesign?
No, the 2017 Mazda6 is an update rather than a redesign. It belongs to the third generation and builds on the 2016 refresh with standard G-Vectoring Control, added noise insulation, small design revisions, and expanded equipment.
How is a 2017.5 Mazda6 different from an earlier 2017 model?
A later 2017.5 Mazda6 has extra standard equipment on some trims. Sport adds blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, while Touring adds navigation and heated front seats.
Which 2017 Mazda6 trim has the most driver-assistance features?
Grand Touring has the broadest driver-assistance package. Its equipment includes adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking with collision warning, lane-keeping assistance, and automatic high beams.
Did the 2017 Mazda6 get a new engine or drivetrain?
No, the 2017 Mazda6 keeps its 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and front-wheel-drive layout. The major mechanical addition is G-Vectoring Control, which changes how smoothly the car responds during steering rather than replacing the engine or drivetrain.
2017 Mazda MAZDA6 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Mazda MAZDA6.
4.3
2017 Mazda MAZDA6
(355 reviews)
“It looks great. Drives great. Feels great. For the first time i feel like i bought something worth the money.”
“Great, fun and safe vehicle to drive. Handles very well, has good pick up speed, and has a ton of options to choose from to make it your own. Comfortable for long trips and many safety features, also great on gas mileage. VERY easy on the eyes, affordable and low cost of ownership.”
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