2003 Mazda Mazda6 s 5MT
The 2003 Mazda Mazda6 s 5MT is a 220-hp V6 sedan with a 5-speed manual; single dry-plate clutch and front-wheel drive. It starts at $21,740 MSRP.
It makes 220 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 192 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 27 mpg highway.
The Mazda6 measures 186.8 inches long on a 105.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,241 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $21,740 ($38,399 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L DOHC 24-valve V6 (Type-AJV) with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) on intake; aluminum block and head; hydraulic valve lifters |
| Horsepower | 220 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 192 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm (SAE net) rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 24 valves (4 per cylinder), hydraulic lifters |
| Bore and Stroke | 88.9 x 79.5 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-port electronic fuel injection (MPFI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual; single dry-plate clutch with diaphragm spring |
| 1st Gear | 3.153 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.842 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.258 |
| 4th Gear | 0.947 |
| 5th Gear | 0.733 |
| Reverse | 3.002 |
| Final Drive | 4.133 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded (87 octane minimum) |
| Tank Capacity | 18 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent high-mount double-wishbone; coil springs; gas-filled cylindrical double-acting shock absorbers; stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent E-type multi-link; coil springs; gas-filled cylindrical double-acting shock absorbers; stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.1" (282mm) ventilated disc; power-assisted |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.0" (279mm) solid disc; power-assisted |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.0 five-spoke alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7.0 five-spoke alloy |
| Tires Front | P215/50VR-17 all-season |
| Tires Rear | P215/50VR-17 all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 186.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 56.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in |
| Front Track | 60.2 in |
| Rear Track | 60.2 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.2 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,241 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 60% / 40% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.1 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars