Mazda 6 Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2021 Mazda 6 as a Midsize Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2021):
The Mazda 6 is classified by the EPA as a Midsize Cars.
Mazda 6 Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2021 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2020 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2020 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2019 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2018 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2017 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 32 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2016 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 32 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Mazda 6 Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Mazda 6?
The EPA classifies the Mazda 6 as a Midsize Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Mazda 6 considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Midsize Cars), the Mazda 6 is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.