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2008 Mazda 6 MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Mazda 6 is a midsize car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 24 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2007 model. Among 47 midsize cars rated for 2008, it ranks 16th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,938 a year to fuel.

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Combined 24 MPG 21 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,938 15,000 mi/yr · $12.92 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #16 of 47 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Mazda 6's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway2912.38.1
Combined2410.29.8

How it ranks among 2008 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius46 MPG $1,011
  2. 2Toyota Camry Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  3. 3Nissan Altima Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  4. 4Nissan Versa29 MPG $1,603
  5. 5Nissan Sentra28 MPG $1,661
  6. 16Mazda 624 MPG $1,938
  7. 47Bentley Continental Flying Spur12 MPG $4,938
2008 6Other midsize carsClass median: $2,214/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

6 MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
6		 Gas 21 MPG 29 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 5-speed automatic
6		 Gas 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
6		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
6		 Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.3L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
96 cu ft
Cargo volume
22 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
370 g/mi

2008 Mazda 6 vs. rivals

vs Chrysler Sebring 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Avenger 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Malibu 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Malibu saves $78/yr vs Saturn Aura 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Aura saves $78/yr vs Mitsubishi Galant 23 MPG · $2,022/yr 6 saves $84/yr vs Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Malibu Hybrid saves $215/yr vs Pontiac Grand Prix 21 MPG · $2,214/yr 6 saves $277/yr vs Volkswagen Passat 24 MPG · $2,469/yr 6 saves $531/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Mazda 6?

Up to 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 20 to 24 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Mazda 6 use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Mazda 6?

The 2008 Mazda 6's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Mazda 6 per year?

About $1,938 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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