Mazda 6 GH
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
260 PS
2.3L DISI Turbo Benzin
Wolf in Sheep's Clothing — 260 hp AWD Saloon
Legendary!170 PS
2.5L MZR Benzin
6 weaknesses
Good Choice260 PS
2.3L DISI Turbo Benzin
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Body Variants
The Mazda 6 GH is available as Kombi and Limousine and Schrägheck — choose your body type for specific insurance data:
Generations
Engine Overview
The Mazda 6 GH is available with 5 engine variants — from 90 to 260 hp. 2 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Mazda 2.0L DiTD (Diesel, 140–143 PS) has the RF (2.0L DiTD) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.
The Mazda 2.2L MZR-CD (Diesel, 125–185 PS) comes with 4 different engines: R2AA (2007–2010, Be Careful) und R2AA (2007–2010, Be Careful) und R2AA (2010–2012, Be Careful) und R2AA (2010–2012, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.2L MZR-CD!
The Mazda 1.8L MZR (Benziner, 120 PS) has the L8 (1.8L MZR) — rated: "Good Choice", 5 known weaknesses.
The Mazda 2.0L MZR (Benziner, 147–155 PS) comes with 2 different engines: LF-DE (2007–2010, Good Choice) und LF-DE (2010–2012, Good Choice). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L MZR!
The Mazda 2.5L MZR (Benziner, 170 PS) has the L5-VE (2.5L MZR) — rated: "Good Choice", 6 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rust on Door Edges and Sills The Mazda 6 GH shows corrosion on door edges, sills and wheel arches. Less pronounced than on the GG, but vehicles without cavity wax treatment show clear rust onset after several years. Symptoms: Rust blisters on lower door edges, paint discolouration on wheel arches, rust on sill folds from 100,000 km | Medium |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 52 weaknesses have been documented for the Mazda 6 GH (2007–2012) — 46 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. One problem engine: L3-VDT (2.3L DISI Turbo). Typical issues affect Rust, Brakes, Gearbox, Suspension. Considered reliable: L8 (1.8L MZR), LF-DE (2.0L MZR), L5-VE (2.5L MZR).
6 (RF, 2002–2008) — Be Careful: Interference Engine — Engine Damage on Timing Belt Failure, Leaking Injection Pump (Solenoid Valve), Injection Driver Module (IDM) Earth Fault. Power: 121 PS.
6 (RF, 2005–2008) — Be Careful: Interference Engine — Engine Damage on Timing Belt Failure, Leaking Injection Pump (Solenoid Valve), Injection Driver Module (IDM) Earth Fault. Power: 136–143 PS.
6 (RF, 2007–2012) — Be Careful: Interference Engine — Engine Damage on Timing Belt Failure, Leaking Injection Pump (Solenoid Valve), Injection Driver Module (IDM) Earth Fault. Power: 140–143 PS.
6 (R2AA, 2007–2010) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Stretch, Camshaft Wear from Hardening Defect, Bi-Turbo Failure. Power: 163 PS.
6 (R2AA, 2007–2010) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Stretch, Camshaft Wear from Hardening Defect, Bi-Turbo Failure. Power: 179–185 PS.
6 (R2AA, 2010–2012) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Stretch, Camshaft Wear from Hardening Defect, Bi-Turbo Failure. Power: 125–129 PS.
6 (R2AA, 2010–2012) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Stretch, Camshaft Wear from Hardening Defect, Bi-Turbo Failure. Power: 175–185 PS.
6 (L3C1, 2002–2008) — Be Careful: Conrod bearing failure due to oil starvation, Elevated oil consumption due to piston rings, Timing chain elongates. Power: 162–166 PS.
6 (L3-VDT, 2005–2008) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretches prematurely, Turbocharger seal leaks oil into engine, High oil consumption due to piston ring wear. Power: 260 PS.
What to watch out for with the Mazda 6? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee