Mazda 6
Overall: 32.74 out of 37
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| Variant: Limited |
| Kerb Weight: 1370 kg |
| Year: 2008 |
| Engine: 2.5 litre |
| Category: Medium Car |
| Airbags: Front+Side+head airbags |
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The right-hand-drive European model was tested by Euro NCAP. Australasian specifications may vary and therefore models sold in Australasia might provide different levels of protection to those described on this page.
The tested model of Mazda6 was introduced in Australia during 2008.
Dual front airbags, side airbags and head-protecting side curtains are standard equipment. Antilock brakes (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD), emergency brake assist and electronic stability control (ESC) are also standard. Intelligent seat belt reminders are fitted to both front seats.
The front seat belt buckles are mounted on the seats and the upper anchorages are adjustable. These features improve the fit of the seat belt. Pretensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point (lap) seat belt.
 5 stars. The Mazda6 scored 13.25 out of 16 in the offset crash test. The passenger compartment held its shape well. There was a slight risk of serious chest injury for the driver and slight risk of serious leg injury for the driver and passenger.
The vehicle scored 15.48 out of 16 in the side impact crash test. There was a slight risk of serious chest injury for the driver. A further two points were scored in the optional pole test.
 Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head/neck 4.000 pts, chest 3.09 pts, upper legs 3 pts, lower legs 3.16 pts.
The passenger compartment held its shape well in the offset crash test. The clutch pedal moved rearwards by 121 mm. The brake pedal moved downwards 78 mm. The steering wheel hub moved 12 mm rearward, 52 mm upward and 13 mm sideways. The front ("A") pillar moved 8 mm rearwards. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash all doors could be opened with normal effort.
The airbag cushioned the head of the driver and contact was stable. Steering column and dash components were a potential source of injury for the driver's knees. The passenger's head was cushioned by the airbag.
 Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head 4 pts, chest 3.48 pts, abdomen 4 pts, pelvis 4 pts.
The vehicle was eligible for an optional pole impact test since it had head-protecting side airbags. The manufacturer decided to go ahead with the pole test and the vehicle earned a further two points.
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Offset Crash Test at 64km/h |
Side Impact Crash Test at 50km/h |
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Driver
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HIC |
367 |
211 |
48 |
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Acceleration |
None |
38.1 |
23.5 |
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Shear |
0.33 |
0.63 |
None |
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Tension |
1.41 |
0.68 |
None |
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Extension |
22.7 |
17.1 |
None |
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Acceleration |
None |
None |
None |
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Compression |
28.35 |
20.63 |
24.58 |
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Viscous Criterion |
0.1 |
0.12 |
0.21 |
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Force |
None |
None |
1 |
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Force |
None |
None |
2.76 |
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Force Left |
0.94 |
1.1 |
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Force Right |
1.44 |
2.1 |
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Knee Displ. Left |
0.4 |
0.5 |
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Knee Displ. Right |
0.94 |
1.7 |
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Force Left |
1.33 |
1.38 |
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Force Right |
1.8 |
1.44 |
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Index Left (Up/Low) |
0.33/0.22 |
0.29/0.14 |
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Index Right (Up/Low) |
0.23/0.38 |
0.24/0.18 |
Pole Test: 2 pts Seat Belt Reminders: 2
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No deduction |
| Chest |
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No deduction |
| Upper Leg |
Variable Loading |
1 pt deduction L&R D&P |
| Lower Leg |
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No deduction |
| Foot Score |
Pedal rear movement |
3.16pts |
| Head |
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None |
| Chest |
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No deduction |
| Upper Leg |
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None |
| Lower Leg |
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None |
| Foot Score |
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None |
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Child head impacts 7.28
Adult head impacts 2.81
Upper leg impacts 1.48
Lower leg impacts 6
Total (out of 36) 17.57
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Version 1, Published on: 03-Mar-09
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