Mazda3 or Mazda6?
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From: Austin, TX
I agree with Richard. Get the 3. I as well have driven an automatic 2.0L Mazda3 and driven an automatic 2.3L Mazda6. I wasn't happy with how slow the 6 was... though it does offer a nice ride.
I'd say get the 3.
I'd say get the 3.
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From: Guelph ontario
Simply put, get the 3.
By your own admission you are 16 and this is your first car, so chances are transporting a family around is not much of a concern right now... at least I hope it isn't?
The 3 is certainly a little sportier and generally targeted for the younger crowd. ([I]No smart-assed old man comments directed toward Ken or me please.)[I]
The 6 is a very nice overall car too. I liked the two I have driven though I would make a few changes if they had been mine. It's goals are a bit different of course and it's more upscale w/a softer more mature feel and an initial cost to match.
Since they were both rental cars they will be automatics, but the 3 with it's peppy 2.0L will afford better mileage and a sportier drive than the 6 w/the 2.3L and a softer, heavier ride.
Yup, you are getting good advice from all of us here. Get the 3.
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That, along with my Dakota R/T are not the usual vehicles you see and older person owning.
I have always owned vehicles that a much younger person would have.
I never felt that age should determine what you drive.
Both the 3 and the R/T turn heads all the time.
The other "toy is also in the picture with the R/T.
As for modifying the 3, I don't think so, unless I win a lottery.
Then it's headed to the body shop to have the roof chopped like the red one I posted in another thread but, that only happens IF I win a lottery.
My suggestion would be, go for the 3, you won't be sorry.
It is a fun vehicle to own and drive.
Bob.
