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2021 Mazda 6 MPG & fuel economy

The 2021 Mazda 6 is a midsize car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 29 MPG combined (26 city / 35 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 26 to 29 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2020 model. Among 54 midsize cars rated for 2021, it ranks 23rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,603 a year to fuel.

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Combined 29 MPG 26 MPG city · 35 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,603 15,000 mi/yr · $10.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2021 #23 of 54 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2021 Mazda 6's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2611.19.0
Highway3514.96.7
Combined2912.38.1

How it ranks among 2021 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Tesla Model 3142 MPGe $640
  2. 2Hyundai Ioniq EV133 MPGe $686
  3. 3Toyota Prius Prime133 MPGe + 54 MPG $763
  4. 4Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid119 MPGe + 52 MPG $815
  5. 5Nissan Leaf111 MPGe $821
  6. 23Mazda 629 MPG $1,603
  7. 54Honda Clarity68 MPGe $7,941
2021 6Other midsize carsClass median: $1,689/yr

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

6 MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
6
Gas 26 MPG 35 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
6
Gas 23 MPG 31 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
100 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
302 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
6/10

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2021 Mazda 6?

Up to 29 MPG combined (26 city / 35 highway); ratings range from 26 to 29 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2021 Mazda 6 use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 Mazda 6?

The 2021 Mazda 6's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Mazda 6 per year?

About $1,603 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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