What is better to buy Mazda 6 or Camry. Toyota Camry against competitors is a comparative test. Driving quality or how cars are felt behind the wheel

Despite the fact that the leader has long been established in the segment, many cars of this class constantly seek to "squeeze" it. Toyota Camry or Mazda 6, champion or updated, bright applicant? Let's draw a detailed comparison and learn what is better.

A bit of history

Toyota has released its first model in the distant 1982. However, the popularity of the car has won only in the early 2000s. In 2002, the fifth generation of Camry was founded, which was loved by both the interior and the appearance. Exactly this version Began to form a reputation that is currently available at the car.

Then, in 2008, the revised version of Camry 40, which remained in the hearts of many. And in 2012, sales began on the seventh generation. It finally defended the title of sales champion in the Segment D in the Russian market. After 3 years, the model received restyling: some configuration changed, the suspension was revised, but, in general, the car remained the same.

Mazda 6 began its history much later - the first version of this model came out in 2002. In 2005, "Six" received restyling. However, the inner part underwent changes more, the exterior remained intact. The second generation was produced in the period from 2008 to 2012. But the most interesting for us is the third generation of sedan. It, like Camry, began to be issued since 2012, and in 2015 the model survived restyling. Therefore, relative to the release of the last generation versions, both opponents are peers.

In 2017, manufacturers presented absolutely new modifications that have undergone huge changes. However, on sale in the Russian market, they will be released only in 2018. Therefore, so far we will compare the 2015-2016 models. But rather stories. It's time to compare them!

Outside

Toyota Camry is positioned as a presentable car for businessmen, designed to emphasize their status and solidity. Therefore, only clearly discreet lines are visible in the design of the exterior.

The sharp corners are dominated, which is an innovation compared to Camry V40. It is for this reason that many refused to accept the new exterior of the car in the first years of release. No roundness or relief on the side doors. The exterior is extremely discreet and strict.

The car creates the impression of a calm and confident fighter, the leader in his nature, which does not require unnecessary lines for self-affirmation. The car seems to say that he does not need anyone to prove anything. He is the best!

Mazda 6 is absolutely different. It is rustier, perky and creates a lot of impressions. And it can be traced not only in appearance. A little later you will understand what we wanted to say. Mazda is more aggressive. It has become much larger than the previous generation. Even compared to Toyota, it is wider than 15 mm and is 45 mm longer. Only in the height of the "six" is inferior - 1450 versus 1480 mm.

The view immediately attracts the view the massive radiator grille, whose lines smoothly flow into the front lights. Head optics, like fog lights, are LED. They look very pretty and create a combat image to the whole car.

Little spoil the mood of turn signals on head headers. They are halogen, which looks extremely strange. All LED lights, and turn signals - no. Really savings?!

Be that as it may, the appearance of the sixth Mazda is beautiful, and there is hardly a person who will leave the exterior of the Japanese indifferent. The car became more bright: Unlike the dorestayling version of 2013, more chrome details appeared here, allowing to notice the "six" from afar.

19 inch wheel disksInstalled on the SUPREMEPLUS and Executive configuration made toned. Probably did not want to "overdo it" with chrome.

At this stage it is difficult to make a certain conclusion. Yes, Mazda 6 brighter. Her design attracts views. Camry does not stand out on the background of the opponent, the body line is though quite aggressive, but obviously not screaming. This is not a minus, this is a feature of character. In addition, the car design is balanced and pleasant. What you like will, depends on your character and even a ride style. It is difficult to determine the favorite. We are going further.

Inside

Sitting into the driver's seat, you can observe a similar picture as in appearance. The interior of Toyota Camry looks solid, and Mazda 6 is more modern and more elegant.

Ergonomics

In certain configurations, Toyota offers a large 10-inch display than the opponent cannot boast. However, the reaction for this display is not far away.

It seems to be a trick of Toyota. In RAV 4, for example, there are problems with almost frame-byproken switching buttons on the touch screen. Of course, this occurs occasionally, but it looks insidual. Pleased with large and conveniently located buttons in which you can not look. The minus for many car owners was "pseudoderevo" - plastic, creating the illusion of noble wood. Mazda 6 has no such miscurrent prestigiousness.

With ergonomics full order of both cars. The central console of Mazda is made stylish and convenient. Dashboard, like Toyota, easy readable and harmonious.

It is noteworthy that in Mazda 6 there is no parking brake handle. This feature is now included with the button. It is located on the left of the 6-step automatic transmission lever next to the sports mode button.

Front chairs

A significant difference between two models is a chair. In the sixth Mazda, side support is clearly expressed, people in a similar seat can be uncomfortable.

It would not be a disadvantage if the manufacturer provided the opportunity to buy other chairs, such as in the new Ford Mondeo (Japanese and American companies are strategic partners).

There is simply no lateral support in the Toyota - the driver can smoothly crush the chair regardless of the set.

For large owners, it is indisputable plus, and for thin - the moment is controversial. Some say that they are resting in such chairs and can easily drive hundreds of kilometers, others - consider a disadvantage.

Rear sofa

There are no sports lines and intricate terrain seats in Camry. And this applies to the rear sofa. It is large, wide, monotonous, but - comfortable.

In the armrest of the maximum configurations, cameplists, climate control buttons (here it is 3 zone), the tilt buttons and the multimedia system adjustment keys.

In Mazda 6, the armrest is pretty simple, except for adjusting the heating of the buttons no buttons. The tilt of the rear sofa is also not.

Surprisingly, despite the advantage in length, places on the second row is less than in Camry. Of course, Mazda 6 is also comfortable, but the difference is tangible. Perhaps this makes the Toyota of sales leader in Segment D.

Trunk.

If you compare the volume of the trunk, the applicant for leadership again loses: 483 liters in Mazda against 506 at Toyota. At the same time, under the floor Camry, there is a full-fledged wheel with a light alloy disk, and Mazda6 is a low profile rate. By the way, the size of the sizes of a little less than the diameter of the full-fledged wheel, so you will not be able to accelerate on it. Solid disappointment.

Options

With regard to options, not everything is so unambiguous. Mazda 6 was unpleasantly surprised. At a price of 1 million 877 thousand rubles. Even the maximum equipment does not have heating windshield. But it can boast quality rear camerahaving a phenomenal viewing angle. Together with it there is a system of warning about vehicles crossing your trajectory, the control system of blind zones and movements in the strip. Such equipment allows you to perfectly feel a car with a length of almost 5 m.

Until recently, Toyota Camry has no data from the system, but in recent years the leader pulled up. Starting with the installment Elegance, the car is equipped with an air ionizer, thanks to which in the cabin is really easy and pleasant to breathe. Also Toyota is equipped with wireless charger For smartphones. But it is worth being careful - not all phone models can be charged with this system.

On both models there are light and rain sensors.

An interesting innovation in Mazda 6 was the I-Eloop system, which uses braking energy to charge climate and multimedia installations. This relieves the load from the engine and reduces the level of exhaust gases.

The display even shows the number of trees saved by you thanks to this system.

Challenges

There is a key distinction between models. Camry phlegmichna in management. She just slowly reacts to the movement of the steering wheel. In the chair of the Toyota driver you will not find rapid dynamics. If you like an acute and fascinating ride, you have not appealed to the address.

Camry is straightforward and stable. It is important to understand - she has no deficiencies in management, it perfectly passes turns and is steadily resting on any coverage. Just it is not designed for driving.

Mazda 6, on the contrary, relieves playing with you into the game. It feels an excitement. It contributes to the splash of adrenaline and makes the streetreyser from you. The car wakes you, as if forcing you shake and understand how beautiful the world is around.

She sparks and excites sparks in you. The steering wheel is sharper and more accurate. Compared to the Mazda 6 opponent has a tougher suspension.

Choosing what to buy, it is necessary to remember that the machines were created for radically different psychotypes of drivers. "Six" is the embodiment of moderate aggression and drive. It is such inside, outside and in management. And "Camryukha" will have to taste to lovers of comfortable and measured ride, which are used to feeling complete control of what is happening. She will not give you emotions. But if you do not need permanent sharp feelings, Camry is created specifically for you.

As for the dynamics of overclocking, Mazda 6 shows a record 7.8 seconds at a 2.5 liter atmospheric motor. In this segment it best result. But be prepared that when you turn on the sports mode of the gearbox and try to repeat the specified time, the amount of fuel in the tank will also rapidly go down.

The clearance is approximately the same: 160 mm at Toyota and 165 mm at Mazda.

Configuration and prices

Toyota Camry offers its model with three types of gasoline engines:

1. Four-cylinder 2.0 l;
2. Four 2.5 l;
3. V6 volume of 3.5 liters.

If earlier Camry was sold with a variator box, then at the end of 2017 the machine is equipped with a 6-level automatic transmission.

Choose another box in Mazda 6 will not work. The six-speed automatic is installed on both engines that the manufacturer offers:

1. The engine with a volume of 2.0 l, outstanding 150 hp
2. Aggregate of 2.5 l with a capacity of 192 hp

Now about the main thing! The decisive round of confrontation Toyota vs Mazda will be a cost comparison. As of December 2017, the initial version of Camry costs from 1,377,000 rubles, and the price of "six" begins from 1,495,000 rubles. With the maximum package of things, things are a little different: from 2 003 thousand for the Toyota vs. 1,877 thousand per Mazda. However, it is important to remember that the maximum version of the Toyotovsky Suite goes exclusively with a 3.5 liter engine. If you take a complete set with a 2.5 liter engine, which is not worse, its value is equal to 1,787 rubles. No matter how cool, the price tag in Mazda is higher. At the same time there is no glass heating, less spacious trunk, smaller space at the second row, meager option for rear passengers and tougher suspension.

What to choose

If you were asked what is better to buy: Camry or Mazda 6, then what would be your answer? Pragmatic man would definitely chose Camry. It is solid, softer and cheaper, and technical equipment Niche is not inferior to the opponent, even more interesting in places.

But Mazda 6 offers customers what Toyota will never be - emotions! Machine creates magic! Thanks to its character, she attracts you and encourages to meet with her again. She like a cute mischievous girl constantly flirting with you, making alive! Yes, she has shortcomings, but the desire of the owner becomes better next to her can outweigh all the cons! Choose not only mind, but also a heart - only then the car will give you joy every time!

In January 1980 on japanese market Celica Camry, which, despite the name, was designed on the basis of CARINA at the base. The medium-sized sedan with chopped edges has not lived for a long time, but his name was not lost. And if about the same Selik in Russia, it will remember except that the big fan of Toyota, then everything knows about Camry. At first it was allocated to the original model, and then, in favor of the growing market of North America, increased, including stylish. So, they began to simultaneously produce two Camry - "narrow" and "wide." About the "narrow", again, remember the adepts and fanatics, and the "broad" not only lives, but also to envy competitors shows completely exemplary sales, at least in their main market - in the United States. And the model of the sixth generation, presented in Detroit last year, is no exception.

In Russia, in the class of medium-sized Camry sedans, again covers all as a bull sheep: the only one hundred percent once competitor, Nissan Teana.wrapped in his last generation American Altima, predicted left the market. The worships can say that, they say, Camry - Queen of the official garages. This is partly so, but even if deductible from 28 199 sold last year Camry 9,609 copies departed legal entitiesAll the same, the advantage over the same Mazda 6, which almost no (426 pieces) in the fleet (426) will be thrilled.

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Nevertheless, the new Camry should catch up with Mazda, and immediately at several points! The first one seems to be in doubt - the audience. According to the marketologists of Toyota, a competitive "six" in Russia prefers "young" and "distinctive" (seeking to emphasize their individuality buyers). Moreover, according to the conditional indicator, determined by the ratio of two of these characteristics, Mazda 6 in Russia is generally leading - only Kia Optima. In the last generation, I could get closer to it, the rest are far away. Camry also buyers are solid conservative, traditional. And the task of the new model is not just to save the old (in the literal and figurative sense), but also to get new ones. Is it possible?

Next, there is a "pleasure of driving", attributed to the "dynamics". If someone confuses the word "dynamics" against Mazda 6, look at the American market: there is a restyling model for sale with a motor from CX-9 - 2.5 liters and turbocharging. Interestingly, the version presented in Los Angeles last November, with a new lattice of the radiator and a slightly modernized interior, are not going to sell in Russia. At least, the press service of the brand assures us that the decision on this issue is not accepted, and if it is accepted, then in a year. In this sense, the car presented in our test is not at all the "lame duck".

However, this is not all. In the village of Toyota, their own model is considered ... Stand - do not fall ... Do not fall - stand ... Technically backward! Yes, yes, this is the inelace "positioning among competitors." "Technical Advance" Mazda 6 is estimated at 0.96 points (maximum one), and Camry is 0.87. And here the Japanese bestseller takes the last among all competitors of the Russian market place!

Content and content

Engines:

Toyota Camry / Mazda6

2.5 L, 181 hp / 2.5 L, 192 hp

Justice for the sake of say that the previous one generation Toyota. Camry with "technical advocacy" and was really tight, and new? In the new - everything seems to be perfect: and the GA-K platform (as the brainchild of the TNGA architecture), and the upgraded rear suspension, and the power system with the "double injection", and 8-speed hydromechanical machines, and the phase adjustment carried out by the electromotor , and ... alas, touch all this beauty, and it is not fully fully, we will bring only owners of the most powerful version - from the newest aggregate At 3.5 liters, which for our market is offered in the version with a reduced degree of compression. Meanwhile, according to statistics, in the past generation Camry, a modification with V6 was preferred only 12.5%. Another 7.5% was preferred by the basic version with a 2.0-liter motor, and the remaining 80% took 2.5 liters. That is why this execution and turned out to be on our test. And this, of course, is not an American version with the D-4S nutrition system (injection and cylinders, and in inlet pipes) and a compression ratio of 13.0, and a well-known motor with a distributed injection motor, compression of 10.4 and 6-speed box in addition.

It is clear that the most desired speaker at the new car with this engine is not so, especially since it is limited and the former "vegetable" settings electronic block Office force aggregate, and the lack of stealing petals, and even the fact that the new Camry has become harder to the old at least 40 kg. Gas pedal in Toyota is very easy, which is justified - it is extremely inert. The engine responds to the actions of the driver with a pedal with a very large delay, and it does not work out from the box of operational switching, it does not seem to be in manual mode. However, I partly managed to "raise" the hydromechanic - already on the second day she started more fun "smooth climbing "However, no matter how the feeling of" dynamics ", of course, does not have, especially since the possibilities of manual decrease are almost completely absent. Probably on some very color descent, so as not to warm the brakes, this box and will fit, but nothing more.

By the way, it was discovered in this automatic trans-"glitch". Somehow standing on the traffic light, I transferred the selector to the position S and, without moving from the place "rose" to the sixth gear - on the side computer caught fire: "S6". What was my surprise when, when starting, overclocking and subsequent stop, the inscription "S6" continued to burn, although the steps in the box, of course, switched. Meanwhile, the electronics of New Camry in principle has some discrepancies with reality. For example, with a "manual" drop from the 2nd to the 1st, when the figure 1 lights up on the screen (approximately at 50 km / h), the box still continues the procedure for changing the stage while the speedometer arrows time to fix the drop drop slightly not 10 km / h

His contribution to the "antidynamic" behavior Camry makes and setting the brake pedal. In fairness, we note that the characteristic has become significantly better, but this is only the effect of a "low base", because before it was simply criminal. And now the pedal can safely live on half of the course, and after that it is also hard to devoid - then the slowdown will be felt.

In contrast

On Toyota background Camry Sedan. Mazda 6 - Straight Rulley Boll. Actually, our colleague Andrei Sobbin, burdened by extensive experience in all sorts of rally raids, while last year on vacation in Portugal, did not refuse himself the pleasure of ride at Mazda 6 for several dopama "Rally Portugal". Of course, it does not go about any fighting piloting, but this particular example speaks of the difference in manageability and the opportunities that engineers left the drivers of these two sedans.

Toyota Camry / Mazda6
Consumption per 100 km

First, in Mazda there are petals - comfortable, neat, closely pressed to the back of the "Baranki"; Operate them - one pleasure. Secondly, the settings of the power unit even in normal mode - better than those that have Camry in manual. The gas pedal is "dense", with a small return, which, in sensations, accurately coincides with the engine reactions and with how the pedal has been added to the pedal, the machine dials. Opportunities for braking is also not so that, but still better than in Toyota.

The gearbox at Mazda is also a 6-speed, and the transition to 8 steps is not foreseen. Meanwhile, it does not prevent the car to demonstrate a completely moderate fuel consumption and not least in the city. First, like any atmospheric, a 2.5-liter Mazda unit in 192 hp Not so depending on the traffic jams as dumb downsaysing motors. According to the not chib to loaded the city, it stacked at 9 l / 100 km. By the way, it seems that this version of the Sixters is even more economical base (150 hp): more powerful motor It is easier to cope with the big sedan, and for the dynamic driving from the traffic light to the traffic light, there is no need to turn the crankshaft above 2,500-3,000 rpm. I-Eloop braking energy recovery system helps (by the name of which I immediately came up with a nickname Hayilup), which, according to developers, when driving in the city with frequent stopping stops, it saves at least 5% of fuel, and then and 10. It is interesting that it is only available for a 2.5-liter motor.

In fact, what is easier: do not twist the generator from the engine constantly, and to use the deceleration modes for this to obtain electricity. The process of its "return" can be observed on the display of the multimedia system - it is provided for a separate mode. When the gas is reset, the generator that can work both in 12V mode and in 25T mode, begins to transmit the "recreated" electricity into the condenser, which is installed in the front of the machine under the hood. As soon as the condenser is filled in - a minimum for this you need 7 seconds - "Finish" inscription lights up on the display. This means that, if necessary, the capacitor can reset the accumulated charge into a regular 12-volt battery. The Stop & Start system also contributes to fuel economy.

The Russian Camry with a 2.5-liter (188 hp) does not have the engine of all this beauty, and in addition, a car built on a new platform, for some reason, it turned out to be heavier than a competitor. Compare: The range of the outfit masses at Mazda 6 is 1 395-1 486 kg, and Camry - 1 570-1 700. This is the difference in kilograms in many respects and determines the difference in fuel consumption - on average, Mazda 6 is obtained per liter-one and a half Less than Camry.

Acceleration up to 100 km / h

Toyota Camry / Mazda 6

On complete contrast

Not to say that Toyota so nothing to boast. Let's say, she is noticeably quieter (which, apparently, added a dozen-other kilograms), the suspension is now less brings in turns - it became more assembled, but it was not completely corrected completely from previous diseases. Let's say, even when moving at a level (60-80 km / h) on a flat, without chosen to urban asphalt, passengers feel noticeable body fluctuations, and, both in the longitudinal and transverse plane. Steering wheel - Heavy, while preserved blurred and wide incommunical zone, which is practically no Mazda. As for the manageability as a whole - the new Camry, of course, is better holding the trajectory, but in many ways it is, oddly enough, the merit of the rear suspension, which, in fact, has changed constructively - on the "fifth wide Camry" from the back were the racks of McPherson, now - Already a multi-dimension. That is, Camry has become better, but so far in this respect it wins mostly for the oldest.

The most strongly adherents of Camry will make changes in ergonomics, especially in the part of the instrument panel, however, wherever Kin is not a solution to the solutions of their controversial, and the range of possible complaints is quite wide. For example, the dials seem to be unreasonably far from each other, drawing and the font is such that three-digit numbers on the speedometer are not as easy and quick as they would like, and they themselves are too brought together with each other. Meanwhile, most complaints cause display execution on-board computer - both according to the graphic part and in the logical, and the brightest illustration of this claim - the tab with the consumption of fuel. The tilted stripes actually turned out to be a scale with a consumption values, the top light blue flag with a strange inscription "After Zap-SKA" - only the visualization of the data on consumption (I understood it when the dark-blue checkbox appeared below, "after discharge "), And the background specks, leaving the distance - turned out to be nothing more than just specks.

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Man is a conservative creature. We all live, guided by the stereotypes imposed from the outside. In particular, it is believed that Toyota Camry is perfect car For an official who, after a heavy and intense working day, should sit in the car and without adventure, and the minimum amount of effort to get home. In essence, such an image of Camry is not far from the truth.

But Mazda has many associated with a sample of a truly Japanese style, manifested even in trifles. And in general these cars have little. But times are changing, and today these medium-sized sedans have come close to many indicators. So much that the time has come to their detailed comparison: is it really great differences or what they are inspired by - another myth (or fake, as now it has become fashionable to say)? Let's try to figure it out.

Technical features of models

To get the first impression of these cars, it is worth considering their specifications. It is unlikely that it helps determine what is better, Camry or Mazda 6, but some of the potential buyers will surely leave. There will be those who already on the basis of this comparison will consolidate their preferences.

Exterior

After restyling, spent in 2017, the car became much longer and wider, in favor of American motorists who prefer large cars. Well, given the volume of sales of the model in the North American market, such a step can be called justified.

But to say that the car has become more elegant, it is definitely impossible. Here just nothing to catch the eye. Yes, the speakers were added, but it is impossible to judge the appearance. Rather, on the contrary, the increase in the dimensions made the car with massive, heavy and smooth. Looking at the side, such an impression becomes prevalent. The situation and massive lattice of the air intake, almost completely replaced the front bumper, is not here. Behind the view of the new Camry, no less depressing - the convex bumper completely does not harmonize with sloping racks, smoothly overgoing in a short trunk lid.

So I want to assume that the facade, the profile and the back of the model were developed by three different constructors who were forbidden to communicate - they look so divergent.

Mazda 6 was restored in the same 2017, but here traditions were observed -, reminding with their proportions rather a sports car than a sedan. Unlike Camry, the image of the "six" is perceived wholely, the car looks rapid like zipper. And what is interesting - with all its grace, Mazda looks no less solid. Which side do not look - the advantage on the side of this model, but especially impressive side view: tapering to the front and elevated from the back of the body harmonizes with smooth lines of racks, and threw the image perfect oval wheels arches. Experts even compare the model with Jaguar, which, of course, speaks about the talent of Japanese constructors.

So according to the appearance, the question is that better, Toyota Camry or Mazda 6 is inappropriate - TOYOTOVS for this indicator still grow and grow.

Salon and trunk

Leather Salon is an indispensable component of a car similar class. This option is really present in both models. Like a tree panels that do not really look at the place, especially at Camry. It spoils the impression and inexpensive plastic - it seems, here Toyota engineers decided to save a little. As for Falishdeva, the trend has emerged lately, a peculiar trend - to glue a torpedo and a central tunnel with a film imitating carbon, which clearly indicates the imperfection of the interior. And even the multimedia system here, although it is present in all the equipment, the budget options have a monochrome display, which, as the car decreases, becomes colored, and in the end, even get a touchscreen.

The tidy here is easily readable, with soft backlight, which does not cut eyes in complete darkness. Armchair front passenger In expensive equipment, equipped with ottoman - such a level of comfort is extremely rare, except for representatives of the representative class. The rear sofa is spacious, three passengers will be spacious here for all three measurements. But if there are two people from behind, they will be able to lower the central armrest with the climate control control buttons, seat ventilation and music center. The distance to the front chairs is large, working with a laptop from behind - a pleasure. What you can not say about the front chairs, whose back is not high enough, and the seat itself is so flat, which makes it possible to periodically change the position. In a word, the interior of Toyota is far from perfect, although obvious advantages should not be ignored too: it is the possibility of adjusting the front chairs for three planes and six directions, and good skin quality, and the ability to enable the drive option with memory.

Mazda 6 also has Falchdevo, but it is at least here, only a strip on the front panel and only in top modifications. The central console looks solid due to the finishing of black plastic with a glossy surface. It has a climate system display, showing its current settings, as well as a multimedia control panel, with a small display. The dashboard at the Sixters corresponds to fashion trends - the wells scales are very deep, so that the readings do not arise with problems, even if the sun shines directly on the "tidy". But the backlight is too bright, in the dark, the time will need time to adapt, which, of course, is a big minus. Leather finish complaints does not cause. Front leather perforated, eliminating the effect of sliding when the car goes into steep turns.

In general, comparing the interiors of Toyota Camry and Mazda 6 again not in favor of the first model. But the "Sixters" have certain disadvantages. For example, a lot of space is much less - the smaller width of the car is also affected, and the orientation on a sports silhouette with a low-planted roof. In a word, three adults on the sofa will be cleared, especially fat and high. But for two rear passengers, the comfort level will be not less than in Camry.

Engines and transmissions

As you can see, Toyota designers are not too chasing beauty, preferring to improve safety and comfort for driver / passengers. So outside and inside Mazda 6 looks not just preferable - it is headed above the competitor. And after the last restyling in the gamma mazda motors There was a long-awaited turbocharged engine. The 2.5-liter SkyActiv-G justifies its ability to develop 232 liters. from. The maximum torque is achieved at two thousand turns and is 420 nm.

At all modifications without exception, sixdiabands are installed automatic gearbox. We also note that proven and well-manifested atmospheric force aggregates were also subjected to modernization, which allowed to improve their characteristics. So, a two-liter four is now capable of developing 150 "horses", with a maximum cr. Moment of 215 nm, achieved at 4 thousand revolutions / minutes. The 2.5-liter engine producing 195 liters has become more powerful. from. and 259 nm at 4000 revolutions / minutes.

Camry, unfortunately, after restyling under the hood did not appear. Pensioners remained - a time-tested double-liter 150-strong 6Ar-FSE power unit, as well as a more powerful 2.5-liter fellow 2Ar-Fe, which develops 180 horsepower. Both engines are aggregated with a full-fledged sixdiaband machine.

But there is a novelty - a 3.5-liter six-cylinder atmospheric, designated as 2GR-FKS. This engine is characterized by the presence of an upgraded combined injection system, as well as a hydraulic phase beam built into the intake path, which can change phases in a dynamic mode in a sufficiently wide range. In the US, this motor operates at a maximum, issuing 305 "horses", but a version of 249 horsepower restriction is supplied to Russia - so more profitable in terms of taxation. With such an engine running an eighty-band machine.

As we can see, the Mazda 6 and Toyota Camry engines are retaining an approximate parity, although it depends on the user preferences here.

Dynamics, fuel consumption

Since both models are considered to be those equipped with 2.5-liter engines, it would be logical to compare Camry and Mazda 6, under the hood of which these power units are hidden:

As you can see, the comparison is again not in favor of Toyota. Camry and after the modernization, marked by the change of generations, remains a leisurely machine. Pressing the accelerator pedal has the appropriate return only after a certain delay. Such an effect is characteristic of turbocharged motors with a deficiency of thrust on low revs. But in this case, the culprit of delays is automatic box. An option with a 3.5-liter engine has the same problems because here it uses almost the same box, upgraded to 8 ranges.

Although the transfers here are long, on fuel economy it does not affect - in urban mode, consumption can reach 15 liters, and in terms of less than 10 l / 100 km in the city it is not necessary to calculate, even if you completely eliminate traffic in traffic jams.

Mazda in all respects is better. According to the dynamics, she will give odds to a competitor in any modes and conditions, be it a high-speed auto track or racing track. Acceleration to "hundreds" during the time, less than 8 seconds is an extra-class indicator characteristic of the sports machine than for a sedan, and even such a dimensional and heavy. The Madovsky sixdia band machine works much shunter, and the motor reacts to the accelerator pedal almost instantly - many compare its dynamics with time when the motors were not limited due to the hard requirements of environmental standards. We add that the application of SkyActiv branded technology made it possible to make Mazda engines in the most economical in the category of medium-sized business class sedans - even with an active urban ride, the indicator of less than 8 l / 100 km is rather typical than amazing.

Handling and security

We have already noted that externally Camry seems heavy, slow and slow. In general, such characteristics correspond to reality, but what the Toyota does not take away, so it is an unprecedented smoothness of the course. If you have not previously come across business class cars, you will definitely feel a huge difference. Small defects of the Camry road cannon does not feel at neither fast or slow ride. You will be able to feel soft shocks only when driving a car wheel on serious irregularities like a lying policeman or large-scale chosel.

But, as is known, handling and comfortableness - antagonistic concepts. So with handling here is not so good. As we have already noted, Camry has become reacting to pressing the gas pedal, but also the same story with the board - newcomers need a lot of time to adapt to such behavior of the machine.

The Mazda suspension has much hard, thanks to which the image of a car with sports inclinations was firmly fixed for this model. You will not see the roll on speed turns here, which allows the car confidently feel on the tracks with a complex geometry and relief.

Of course, serious irregularities unnoticed will not remain - on the part of the comfortability of Mazda 6 is not the most best sedan. Another notable drawback is an increased noise of the car. Although in this direction, attempts were made to correct the situation, Sixer and today is considered a noisy car. To such an extent that, having driven 300-400 kilometers, you will want to stop and give to relax your ears.

Comparison of Mazda 6 and Toyota Camry on this criterion demonstrates that if you like a comfortable ride, then here is a Camry explicit leader, and if your prerogative is a speed, then Mazda will be clearly preferable.

Service cost

Due to certain circumstances, this characteristic of the car is of great importance, as. If you are a responsible car owner and do not miss a visit to official dealer centers for regulatory maintenance, then definite Mazda service will cost you more.

The fact is that the cost of Normochas and the cost of most consumables from the "six" above. But if serious repair is required, and you prefer to use only original spare parts, then the situation will change no longer in favor of Toyota, and significantly - on average percent for 10.

Configuration and prices

Both models represent one price group. Of course, the differences in the configuration are available, and it is they can increasing the scales in one direction or another.

Mazda 6 In the minimum configuration with a two-liter motor costs 1.45 million rubles, the corresponding setting "Standard" at Camry will cost the buyer at 1.52 million.

Total the lineup Toyota Camry has 7 complete sets. Topova is an Executive Safety, equipped with an 8-range automatic transmission and a 3.5-liter power unit. It costs from 2.43 million rubles.

Already in the base version, Camry is equipped with LED head optics and fog-tanks, also on LED lamps, alloy discs, electrically regulating outer mirrors, power windows of all windows with AUTO function, rain sensor, and motor start button. List of funds passive security and electronic assistants are also extensive - 4 PB (front / side), security curtains, start assistant on the slope, ABS / EBD systems.

Mazda 4 configurations, three of them are equipped with atmospheric engines, and the 2.5-liter turbocharged unit is available only in the top modification of Executive Plus 2019, the price tag for which is 2.17 million rubles.

IN basic configuration You will receive LED optics, 2-zone climates control, front / rear electric windows, electric heating front armchairs, frontal curtains / airbags, full electric car on external mirrors, ABS / EBD and a pressure control function in tires.

What model to give preference

Finding in one price category - this is perhaps the only thing that combines these cars. In all the rest, they are very different. And it's not so much in technical specifications as in the philosophy of models, each of which is not new to the market. Toyota Camry is perceived as a strict, reliable car, ideal for the middle age group, and Mazda 6 has a reputation as a rebel, which prefers active young people. Of course, such a maxim can be called quite conditional, but they will not argue with statistical calculations.

What to choose from the reliability point of view, Mazda 6 or Toyota Camry? The Toyota brand according to this indicator is generally considered unconditional leader, and this model - not an exception. Yes, its dynamics and high-speed capabilities are not so good, but if you feel about the category of responsible drivers who prefer to avoid all sorts of risks, then your choice is unequivocal.

As for the cost, then, in the opinion of many specialists, Toyota has a slightly overestimated price tags, and such a tendency is observed from year to year. If you take into account the high-speed quality of the car and fuel consumption indicators, then Mazda, standing a little less, looks more preferable.

But in the calculation you need to take not only the current cost of the car, but the cost of its content. If the car is new, then here the advantage on the side of Camry - price tags in official car services speak in favor of this model. But with age, the situation changes - spare parts for the sixth Mazda cost an average of 10-15%, and this should also be taken into account, especially if you practice the frequent change of machines.

Is it possible on the basis of the foregoing to sum up? Yes, of course. Toyota is considered a sample of reliability, but also Mazda in this component is strong. And the comparison is clearly not in favor of Camry, and for many potential buyers it is a fundamental factor. According to the control of "Sixer", too, a step in front, but for Russian roads, Toyota is better - it is much more comfortable. Finally, it is impossible not to note the differences in the exterior. If it is important for you to be the owner of a bright car, then Camry is clearly not your choice. And one more point: Mazda is positioned as a car designed for people who loving speed, drive. It is so, but no one forbids you ride on it as you are accustomed.

In a word, we would prefer the "six". But you, of course, may be other preferences, so we are not going to impose your opinion - the final conclusions to do you.

In the class of medium-sized sedans, no democracy does not smell. Monarchy in pure form! Everything is as in the textbook: the form of the state device, at which all the power is concentrated in one hands and is inherited. Yes, the same story about Camry! Each generation was dominant in our market - in other years, everyone, combined, competitors were not expressed to Camry in terms of sales. Therefore, the new generation machine (factory index XV70) is particular attention.

How about comparison with Kia Optima, which in the fluff and dust broke the former Camry (XV50) in a recent comparative test (SM, № 12, 2017)? Once Toyotov, the attention of the controllability, compared with the reference on this part of the Mazda 6, suggests itself. The third sparring partner became the Ford Mondeo sedan - a recognized favorite of corporate parks. He is the only one - with a turbo engine. At the disposal of the remaining machines - atmospheric with a volume of 2.4-2.5 liters. Power range 181-199 hp The struggle for the throne declare open!

Throne room

For what was loved by the Camry of the past generation? For the feeling of superpost! Behind as much place that you can not honestly envy the executive s-class - of course, adjusted to the finish level. XV70 body 25 mm lower than that of XV50, but with a spacker in Toyota is still everything in complete order, Unless the feet have become slightly closer - provided that the front seats in the lower position. Mésta is enough with a reserve in all directions. Even the roof does not prescribe - no wonder the Japanese installed the seat cushions on 30 mm closer to the floor. Especially good Right Sidoku: He can push the front armor from himself, freeing the extra space as a real VIP passenger.

Length, width, height: Sixters 4.87 × 1.84 × 1.45 meters, y: 4.85 × 1.83 × 1.48 meters.

Volume fuel tank The first 62 liters, and the second 70 liters.

Camry's trunk loops are not hiding and will mive things

• The greatest power: 192 against 181 liters. from. (141 against 133 kW). At the same time, the torque for the first 5,700 revolutions per minute and 6000 for the second.
• Overclocking up to 100 km / h: 7.8 seconds in the first case, 9 seconds on average in the second.
• Engine volume: Mazda - 2488 cubic meters. cm, - 2494 cubic meters. cm.
• Used fuel: AI-95 minimum for the first, AI-92 for the second.
• Fuel consumption 100 kilometers: in the city 8.7 and 11 liters, on the highway 5.2 and 5.9 liters, with a mixed cycle of 6.5 and 7.8 liters.

Safety

Both models possess high levels Protection of passengers. In search of a response to the question of what is better - or Mazda, let's look at the test results for collision and safety.

Sixer on the European system EURONCAP received a five-point assessment.

According to European standards have not been tested. But it was checked in NHTSA tests.

Crash Tests showed a number of shortcomings, because of which only 4 stars out of five were assigned.

You might think that Mazda is greatly inferior, but it is worth considering the overestimated NHTSA demandingness to certain moments in comparison with Euro NCAP. We believe that the safety and security of passengers in these sedans are at the same level.

Challenges

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The outer and inner type of cars of course important elements of choice, but many are based on the driving qualities, behavior on the track. Choosing an iron friend for himself, consider that the machines were created under a significant distinguished psychotype of drivers.

Sixer is embodied dynamics, aggression in a moderate version.

This is manifested in managing, interior, exterior. Hard suspension also works on sports image. During sharp turns, rolls neither left left or right.

We'll have to like fans of a calm leisure ride with comfort, accustomed to fully monitor the situation. She will not give you sharp sensations. Here is the main difference with the competitor - phlegmology in management.

Slowly responds to the movement of the steering wheel. The smoothness of the stroke provides a six-speed box - automatic. Reliable brakes - allow the car smoothly, without whining to slow down after any acceleration. Behind the wheel there are no sensations of rapid dynamics. But if you are alien to such emotions, it is suitable as it is impossible.

Mazda accelerates the best acceleration for atmospheric gasoline engines The volume of 2500 cubes - for 7.8 seconds to 100 meters.

This segment is the best result. Of course, it is achieved at the expense increased flow Fuel when the gearbox is enabled. The gasoline level will fall directly before the eyes. Another disadvantage is insufficient insulation of the cabin, which does not cope with its task.

Comparative test drive Mazda 6 and showed a complete correspondence to the imagine behavior in motion.

Cost of models with 2.5 engines

Mazda 6 with 2.5 engine maximum configuration It costs about $ 32,000. Product available cost for this class. With the engine 2.5 at the most expensive version is offered about the same money.

It is worth comparing what is more expensive in operation - or Mazda 6. If you analyze the network information of official dealerships, then the maintenance of the first looks a little cheaper.

Conclusion: Advantages and Disadvantages

Folding the advantages, as well as the disadvantages of both models will summarize who will be our winner - or Mazda 6.

Pluses Mazda 6:

• bright exterior;
• excellent handling;
• the dynamics of the atmospheric motor;
• low flow;
• visually high-quality interior.

• low noise insulation;
• the suspension does not work well with large irregularities.

Advantages of Camry:

incredibly comfortable suspension;

liquidity in the secondary market;

simple reliable design;

Camry Disadvantages:

the overestimated price of the new car;

high consumption.

Camry and Mazda 6 can be compared, but in philosophy, by mood and emotions it is absolutely different cars. Therefore, Camry buyers hardly consider Mazd seriously, and vice versa.