2012 Mazda MAZDA6 s Grand Touring Trim Overview

Throw a V6 powerplant into Mazda’s top-shelf, family-oriented Mazda6 Grand Touring 5-seat midsize sedan to get the 2012 Mazda6 s Grand Touring trim. The peppy 3.7-liter 6-banger mates with a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission for 269 lb-ft of torque, and mileage is estimated at 18 mpg city/27 highway.

This high-end sedan continues the tradition of 16.6 cubic feet of trunk space and handsome looks, while the standard 18-inch alloy wheels add even more to an already heady driving experience. Then there’s the standard power sunroof and power-adjustable mirrors to further spiff up the Mazda6's snappy profile, while leather upholstery, a leather and simulated alloy steering wheel, and leather and simulated alloy accents spiff up the roomy cabin.

All this is complemented by heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, remote power door locks, power windows, cruise control, telescoping tilt-wheel steering and Bluetooth hands-free communications.

Finally, in keeping with its prestigious standing in the Mazda6 tribal tree, the 2012 s Grand Touring boasts an MP3-capable 6-CD changer and 10 Surround Sound Bose speakers, including a subwoofer.

Standard safety features, meanwhile, include 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags, front side-mounted airbags and front head restraint whiplash protection. Added to these more notable items are standard front fog/driving lights, turn-signal-integrated mirrors and a remote antitheft alarm, while high-intensity-discharge (HID) headlights remain optional.