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A further sign of Mazda ingenuity is the integrated tonneau cover that slides back and up as the tailgate is lifted. Mazda says the design was inspired by the Japanese art of paper folding, but the practical result is that you never have to manually retract the cover when loading and unloading items from the boot - ensuring better security at all times.
Unlike the hatchback and saloon, there is no 1.8-litre petrol or S-spec version of the 6 Estate, and the range starts with the 2.0 petrol TS at £17,340. And while there is only one diesel (the 140PS 2.0) there is a high-performance 170 PS, 2.5 petrol available as well. There is a choice of six-speed manual or five speed automatic gearboxes across the estate range.
Emission of 149g/km compare with the hatchback's 147g/km, but new engine technology, longer gear ratios and weight-saving techniques mean that is three tax bands lower than the old estate figure of 167g/km.
Our test car was the 2.0D Sport, which is probably more likely to appeal to user choosers than essential business car drivers, and on the road the new car is certainly much more refined than the old model. The diesel engine is still a bit rattly at start up, but smooth and powerful under way. Some work is still needed on tuning the electric power steering, which has a curiously detached feel.
Around 20% of all 6 sales are expected to be the Estate and Mazda product manager Paul Dixon thinks there is a trend developing away from mid-sized 4x4s and back to sporty estates, which should boost the sector. Either way, the new Mazda 6 Estate certainly deserves its place on any shortlist.
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