Mazda 6 2023 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, 20th Anniversary Edition

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Mazda 6 2023 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, 20th Anniversary Edition

Buddhist monk Mazda6 The sedan and wagon lineup will receive some slight upgrades in the new year, notably a new 20th Anniversary edition, wireless Apple CarPlay, as well as more enhancements to the turbocharged models.

The special celebration, officially named Mazda 6 2023 20th Anniversary Editioncelebrates two decades and more than 144,000 sales of the Japanese brand’s top passenger cars in Australia.

It’s based on top-spec Atenza and is available in the brand’s latest premium finish; Artisan Red Metallic and Rhodium White Metallic. Other standout exterior features include 20th Anniversary badging, polished silver wheels and 19-inch alloy wheels in glossy silver.

Inside, the Mazda 6 20th Anniversary Special Edition offers a nicely decorated brown interior. Leganu suede and nappa leather. The front headrests are also embossed with the 20th Anniversary logo.

Under the bonnet is Skyactiv-G 2.5 liter turbocharged petrol enginecurrently in development for 2023 173kW (up 3kW) at 4250rpm. Maximum torque remains at 420Nm (2000rpm), but Mazda says the engine will generate 8Nm more at 4250rpm than before.

Mazda says the six-speed automatic transmission has also been updated to “provide a more direct gearshift response and enjoyable driving experience”; while “the throttle pedal response has been increased to provide a more direct and intuitive connection to the engine’s torque”.

For a wider range, the 2023 model will bring an updated power steering system.

Mazda 6 GT SP and Atenza models now have the brand’s semi-autonomous Cruising and Traffic Support systems, while Touring models and above now feature wireless Apple CarPlay (though still on the infotainment system). old MZD Connect entertainment).

The Mazda 6 GT SP 2023 will also have “specifically gloss black front and rear wings”, with the wagon version also featuring gloss black roof rails. Atenza models will now also come standard with black Nappa leather.

Pricing and other specification details for the enhanced Mazda 6 lineup – including the 20th Anniversary Edition – will be announced closer to launch in early 2023. Stay tuned. auto expert for all the latest.