<Li> <P> Facelift: interior </P> </Li> <P> Facelift: interior </P> <P> The North American version was redesigned for the 2009 model year, with the wagon version being dropped there . It is a widened and lengthened version of the model sold elsewhere, with larger engines . Reviewers have noted its coupe - like roofline and sportier style . North American engine choices include a new 2.5 - liter 4 - cylinder and North American versions get the 3.7 - liter V6 which is also available in the Mazda CX - 9 . Motor Trend recorded a 0--60 mph acceleration time of 6.1 seconds for the Mazda 6 V6 . </P> <P> In America, only a sedan model was available (In Middle East, USDM Mazda 6 known as Mazda 6 Ultra is sold alongside the JDM Mazda 6). A Mazdaspeed 6 variant was not offered . Despite the North American version's increase in dimensions, Mazda maintains that the 6 retains the overall driving experience is still sportier than rivaling Honda Accords, Toyota Camrys, or Chevrolet Malibus . Early reviews have been favorable . </P>

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