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2019 Mazda MAZDA6

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 MAZDA6.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S6)

The 2019 Mazda MAZDA6 is a passenger car fitted with an automatic (S6) transmission and an engine requiring 4.8 quarts of 0W-20 or 5W-30 oil, carrying EPA fuel-economy ratings of 26/35/29 mpg. In the broader 2002–2021 model history, a span in which complaints peaked at 386 for the 2009 model and bottomed at two for 2020, this model year logged only six owner complaints and a single recall. That low volume places the 2019 MAZDA6 among the most complaint-free entries in the nameplate's recorded reliability history.

Model year202020192018201720162015201420132012

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.8 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 / 5W-30OEM · verified
EPA fuel economy26/35/29 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 1WPE14302. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnFUSEOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1WPE14302 alt 1WPY14302
Engine air filterPY8W133A0 alt PE07133A0A
Spark plugPY8V18110 alt PE5R18110A
Battery0000800035WB
Front wiper bladesGBEF67330 alt GBFN67330
Serpentine beltP30115908 alt PY0115908
ThermostatP50215171 alt PYFD1516ZA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length192.5 in
Overall width72.4 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase111.4 in
Curb weight3250 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined26 / 35 / 29 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume100 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the MAZDA6 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.1–8.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.10 sec — 2021 Carbon Edition Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2018Signature Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-46.40 sec14.90 sec250 hpFWD
2018Signature Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-46.40 sec15.00 sec250 hpFWD
2018Signature Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-47.20 sec15.40 sec250 hpFWD
2021Carbon Edition Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-46.10 sec14.70 sec250 hpFWD
2021Carbon Edition Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-46.20 sec14.70 sec250 hpFWD
2016i Grand Touring Sedan 2.5L I-47.00 sec15.50 sec184 hpFWD
2016i Touring Sedan 2.5L I-47.30 sec15.80 sec184 hpFWD
2016i Grand Touring Sedan 2.5L I-47.90 sec16.10 sec184 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.8 qt of 0W-20 / 5W-30 engine oil, SAE J1703 · Dot 3 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidSAE J1703 · Dot 3
Clutch FluidSAE J1703 · Dot 3
Engine CoolantMazda FL-22 Coolant is preferred
Engine Oil0W-20 · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity4.8 qt

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts80-85 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts113-118 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts12
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs15-19 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMazda
Spark Plug GapPlug PE01 & PE02:
Spark Plug Torque12-14 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing12 degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPM@ Idle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.031 - 1.131 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.38 oz

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum58.8 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum70.3 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)33.0
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)33.0
Engine Oil Pressure57-94 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM3000 rpm
Intake Valve Lash0.009-0.011 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.011-0.012 in

Brakes

ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079 in; Rear: 0.079 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1110.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 180 degrees, Step 3: 175.0-202.0110 ft. lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
127-53 inch lbs., Step 2: 71-97 inch lbs.27–53 in
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
120-23 ft. lbs., Step 2: 80°-100°.20–23 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
19.5-12.5 ft. lbs. Step 2: 32-34 ft. lbs. Step 3: 85-95°. Step 4: Repeat Step 3.9.5–12.5 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
19.5-12.5 ft. lbs. Step 2: 32-34 ft. lbs. Step 3: 85-95°. Step 4: Repeat Step 3.9.5–12.5 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Nuts 1 & 225–39 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

Prep Main Bolts: Step 1: 20-30 ft. lbs., Step 2: Loosen all bolts.

323-25 ft. lbs., Step 4: 58°-62°. Side Bolts: 15-1823–25 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 75,000 mi; coolant at 120,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 120,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miEngine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 7,500 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miBody Fasteners (torque) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect)
Every 22,500 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 30,000 miFuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect)
Every 37,500 miExhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Exhaust System Heat Shield (inspect)
Every 75,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 180,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2019 Mazda MAZDA6 exhibits a remarkably low federal complaint count of 6 and only 1 recall, marking a distinct positive shift from the 54 complaints recorded for the 2018 model year. This performance continues a broader downward trend in reported issues when contrasted against peak years like 2009, which recorded 386 complaints and 10 recalls. While Technical Service Bulletins remain elevated at 418, consistent with the higher volumes seen from 2014 through 2018, there were zero investigations, crash complaints, or fire complaints filed for this specific year. The few reported grievances are isolated, covering single instances in engine, electrical, and forward collision avoidance systems, with two categorized under unknown or other issues. Following this trajectory, the 2020 and 2021 model years maintain similarly low complaint levels, suggesting the 2019 unit sits firmly within the period of lowest recorded complaint volume. Consequently, the 2019 model year represents a statistically sound purchase choice given its minimal safety risks and historically low complaint volume.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
418
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
6
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 5 components.

Unknown Or Other2
Engine1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Electrical System1
Steering1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V497000EngineReported 27/06/2019

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall. Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 418 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SA-041-262026-06-18Electrical SystemThis SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted in…
09-019-262026-06-17Electrical SystemThis bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are…
01-008-262026-05-01Power TrainThis bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are…
SA-031-262026-04-30StructureDESCRIPTION Some vehicles may require the replacement of a damaged VIN plate or vehicle…
SA-029-262026-04-21Power TrainThis Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2019 MAZDA6 take?

4.8 qt of 0W-20; SKYACTIVE-G 2.5T: 5W-30, per the factory manual.

Does the 2019 MAZDA6 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the MAZDA6 get?

EPA figures are 26 city / 35 highway / 29 combined mpg.