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2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« on: October 30, 2014, 11:09:01 am »
So AutoExpress is reporting that Mazda is working on a coupe version of the 6 sedan. A two door coupe, not some sort of CC competitor.

This could be a good successor to the second-gen MX-6, which was highly regarded when it debuted in 1992 and looked nothing like the sedan. Could be very interesting!



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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #1 on: October 30, 2014, 11:17:40 am »
Hopefully power goes to the right wheels and they don't stick one of those boat anchor rotaries inside.
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #2 on: October 30, 2014, 11:19:01 am »
Quote from: Fobroader on October 30, 2014, 11:17:40 am
Hopefully power goes to the right wheels and they don't stick one of those boat anchor rotaries inside.

I think we can say with confidence that this car will be FWD.

But hey, at least it won't have a rotary!
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #3 on: October 30, 2014, 11:20:36 am »
Quote from: OliverD on October 30, 2014, 11:19:01 am
Quote from: Fobroader on October 30, 2014, 11:17:40 am
Hopefully power goes to the right wheels and they don't stick one of those boat anchor rotaries inside.

I think we can say with confidence that this car will be FWD.

But hey, at least it won't have a rotary!

What a shame.....pity to waste such a good looking car with front wheel drive.
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #4 on: October 30, 2014, 11:30:20 am »
I remember when the MX-6 Mystere came out. 

It is still a great looking car.

I have a hard time imagining that this 6 coupe would outsell a 6 wagon.
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #5 on: October 30, 2014, 11:30:43 am »
Genesis competitor?
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #6 on: October 30, 2014, 11:32:25 am »
I'd be willing to bet a dollar a coupe version of the MX5 is more likely than this.
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2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #7 on: October 30, 2014, 11:57:06 am »

Quote from: Weels on October 30, 2014, 11:32:25 am
I'd be willing to bet a dollar a coupe version of the MX5 is more likely than this.

I'd love to see an MX5 coupe.
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #8 on: October 30, 2014, 12:00:20 pm »
Looks good!  Competition for the Accord Coupe.
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #9 on: October 30, 2014, 12:13:45 pm »
Quote from: Weels on October 30, 2014, 11:32:25 am
I'd be willing to bet a dollar a coupe version of the MX5 is more likely than this.

There is already one of those. the Toyobaru FR-S/BRZ.

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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #10 on: October 30, 2014, 12:34:56 pm »
Quote from: Fobroader on October 30, 2014, 12:13:45 pm
Quote from: Weels on October 30, 2014, 11:32:25 am
I'd be willing to bet a dollar a coupe version of the MX5 is more likely than this.

There is already one of those. the Toyobaru FR-S/BRZ.

But it's not a mazda.
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #11 on: October 30, 2014, 01:29:54 pm »
I think this would be a more realistic iteration (though photoshopped):


From that, it's clear that this will be an Accord Coupe competitor, but with only I4 power, I'm wondering if it will truly cater to the crowd.

Given that the Mazda6 platform is shared with the CX-5 (i.e. there's space for the rear drive shaft), I wouldn't think that a RWD or an AWD Mazda6 would be difficult to build...

I only say never because I don't listen to Bieber or his instructions.
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #12 on: October 30, 2014, 01:37:26 pm »
^^ That looks really good and classy. Less "bloated" looking than the Accord Coupe.
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #13 on: October 30, 2014, 01:47:51 pm »
I think it looks good, but I'm not sure that the niche is large enough that it'll sell in any appreciable volumes.  Poor Mazda - it tries so hard...
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #14 on: October 30, 2014, 03:37:49 pm »
Quote from: Weels on October 30, 2014, 11:32:25 am
I'd be willing to bet a dollar a coupe version of the MX5 is more likely than this.

That would be a major hit. An affordable RWD and great handling coupe with the reputation that comes with an MX5. It would be perfect!....so it will never happen  :'(
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #15 on: October 30, 2014, 03:42:14 pm »
Quote from: NoTo on October 30, 2014, 01:47:51 pm
I think it looks good, but I'm not sure that the niche is large enough that it'll sell in any appreciable volumes.  Poor Mazda - it tries so hard...

 :iagree:
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #16 on: October 30, 2014, 03:42:46 pm »
Quote from: Snowman on October 30, 2014, 03:37:49 pm
Quote from: Weels on October 30, 2014, 11:32:25 am
I'd be willing to bet a dollar a coupe version of the MX5 is more likely than this.

That would be a major hit. An affordable RWD and great handling coupe with the reputation that comes with an MX5. It would be perfect!....so it will never happen  :'(

Also  :iagree:
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #17 on: October 30, 2014, 03:58:32 pm »
Why would the 6 coupe not sell?  Does the Accord Coupe not sell?  The photoshopped image NoTo provided looks terrific.  Reminds me of an Audi A5.
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #18 on: October 30, 2014, 04:09:43 pm »
Quote from: Serniter on October 30, 2014, 03:58:32 pm
Why would the 6 coupe not sell?  Does the Accord Coupe not sell?  The photoshopped image NoTo provided looks terrific.  Reminds me of an Audi A5.

needs a V6 to go up against the Accord coupe :skid:
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Re: 2017 Mazda 6 coupe
« Reply #19 on: October 30, 2014, 04:17:56 pm »
While cool looking I'd be shocked if it ever happens. I also think Mazda could easily sell more Miata coupes than 6-coupes.
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