The 2019 Mazda6 Wagon receives a modest update designed to keep it relevant in the medium car segment as buyer preferences continue shifting toward SUVs. The changes include G-Vectoring Plus, tyre pressure monitoring as standard, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and an improved FM radio antenna for better reception.
The Touring sits in the lower half of the Mazda6 Wagon range and uses a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre SkyActiv-G engine with 140 kW and 252 Nm of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic. Cylinder deactivation helps bring the official consumption down to 7 litres per 100 km. Buyers who want more performance can step up to the GT or Atenza trims, which get a 2.5-litre turbo with 170 kW and 420 Nm.
Pricing for the 2019 Mazda6 Wagon starts from $35,790 for the Sport and rises to just over $51,000 for the top Atenza with the turbo engine. The Touring makes a case for the wagon body style in a market that has largely moved on. For buyers who still appreciate the combination of a long roof, Mazda's driving refinement and a practical load area, the Touring remains a satisfying choice.
The full review is on the CarTell.tv YouTube channel above.
