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Mazda 6 III (GJ/GL) (2012–present): specs

Mazda 6 III (GJ/GL) (2012–present) photo
Photo: Clément Bucco-Lechat, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0

The Mazda 6 III (GJ/GL) is a sedan in production since 2012. It is the 3rd of 3 generations of the 6 in our catalog.

Engines: 2.5 (PY-VPS (Skyactiv-G 2.5)), 192 hp. Transmission: automatic; front-wheel drive. Length 4,870 mm, wheelbase 2,830 mm, ground clearance 165 mm, fuel tank 62 L.

Facelift: 2015, 2018. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.

Specifications

Production years2012–present
Bodysedan
Engine2.5
Engine codePY-VPS (Skyactiv-G 2.5)
Displacement2.5 L
Fuelpetrol
Power192 hp
Torque256 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 6-speed
Gearbox model6AT Skyactiv-Drive
Drivefront-wheel drive
Length4,870 mm
Width1,840 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Ground clearance165 mm
Fuel tank62 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)
2.5≈ 29,450 ₸≈ 20,615 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Also 2.0 150 hp

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Mazda Skyactiv-Drive gearbox (6-speed automatic): a reliable transmission
  • Powerful versions: up to 192 hp
  • Currently in production — can be bought new
  • Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

  • Mazda Skyactiv-G engine: carbon buildup on valves in city driving

Common problems and what to check

Engine: Mazda Skyactiv-G

  • few widespread problems
  • carbon buildup on valves in city driving

What to check when buying: smoothness of idle; service history.

Tip: Oil per schedule, ideally every 7–8k km.

Gearbox: Mazda Skyactiv-Drive (6-speed automatic)

  • reliable gearbox

What to check when buying: shift smoothness.

Tip: Oil every 60–80k km.

Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 225/55R17, 225/45R19, 245/40R19; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Mazda 6 III (GJ/GL) have?

2.5, code PY-VPS (Skyactiv-G 2.5), 192 hp, 256 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (6AT Skyactiv-Drive).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Ground clearance 165 mm, fuel tank 62 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Mazda 6 III (GJ/GL) in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 29,450 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

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