So I'm replacing my 2014 Ford Fusion and I've narrowed my options to the 2021 Mazda 6 (pre-owned) with the 2.5 I4 and the 2021 Toyota Camry with the 2.5 I4. I really like the Mazda because of the ride quality and comfort but I don't know how reliable they are. I am not considering the Honda Accord because they're all turbocharged. Which one should I go with? Thanks
The Camry is definitely more reliable,
Do not forget to perform timely oil and ATF replacements (at most 35k, 20k-30k recommended).
Mazda's 2.5L for the N.A market has cylinder deactivation and it seems to be having quite a lot of issues.
pre-owned
current used car prices are horrid, In a lot of cases it's cheaper to order a new car than to buy a used one.
Is the ATF super sensitive on Camry’s now?
I gather ATF change at 30K is earlier than the owners manual? IIRC, ATF fluid change was at 120K?
@kaizen As far as I remember the manual claims it's sealed and only to inspect the ATF every 16k miles.
Other countries' manuals call for replacement every 60k km (37.5k miles), and even then they can begin to jerk once they get to 100k-125k miles due to the valve body getting clogged with friction material.
Go with the Toyota Camry.
the Toyota hands down
Go with the Toyota Camry.