Christian Wardlaw’s Advice about the 2006 MazdaSpeed 6:
The sticker price for a loaded MazdaSpeed 6 is over $33,000. That’s about where a well-equipped Mazda RX-8 comes in. Near as I can tell, the reasons to select the 6 are the larger trunk, bigger rear seat, softer ride quality, and AWD. But the trade-off is pure driving pleasure. The RX-8 is surgically precise. The MazdaSpeed 6 less so. And, I think Mazda needs to find a way to mate the six-speed paddle-shift automatic from the MX5 Miata with this turbo motor. But I will say this: the MazdaSpeed 6 gives entry-luxury sport sedans with AWD like the Audi A4 1.8T Quattro, BMW 325iX, Infiniti G35 AWD, Jaguar X-Type, Lexus IS 250 AWD, and Volvo S40/S60 AWD a run for the money. I’d take this more exclusive, more powerful, and more entertaining Mazda over any of these more expensive cars in a heartbeat.

Thom Blackett’s Advice about the 2006 MazdaSpeed 6:
Anyone considering the 2006 MazdaSpeed 6 – or any of its competitors – is someone interested in a capable performer with good looks and a healthy dose of practicality thrown in. This car satisfies on all points. With just a bit of getting used to, the turbocharged 6 can be equally pleasing on a solo sprint through the canyons or a ride to the movies with all of your 20- and 30-something friends. It’s got enough visual flair and power under the hood to impress your buddies, while not getting you labeled as a hot-rodding young punk at the office. But, regardless of demographic, the MazdaSpeed 6 is a fun car to drive and an easy vehicle to live with, making it a great option for those desiring the best of both worlds.

Ron Perry’s Advice about the 2006 MazdaSpeed 6:
The MazdaSpeed 6 is a great car for younger drivers, especially those that want a high performance car but without the street racer looks. Adults in their late twenties and early thirties might also be attracted to it for this same reason. Older adults and young families with kids should pass on the MazdaSpeed 6 due to the difficult backseat entry and exit combined with the on/off power curve that make it difficult to drive smoothly. These flaws, over time, will diminish your enthusiasm for the car.

Brian Chee’s Advice about the 2006 MazdaSpeed 6:
At a base price of almost $28,000, there should be a queue for this vehicle at your local Mazda dealership. In fact, Ford should make Mazda rebadge this car as a Fusion. Oh yeah – they tried that. Well, they didn’t try it with this car, but maybe they should, for even though there are a few bugs inside, the MazdaSpeed 6’s nuts and bolts make it all seem very livable. Buy the trim with the cloth interior, get it in black (stay away from bright red) and get ready to set your hair on fire.