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2021 Mazda6 Carbon Edition is a stylish swan song

Now in its last year of production, the Mazda6 still impresses with good looks and impressive dynamics.

Kyle Hyatt
Kyle Hyatt (he/him/his) hails originally from the Pacific Northwest, but has long called Los Angeles home. He's had a lifelong obsession with cars and motorcycles (both old and new).
Kyle Hyatt
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The 2021 Mazda6 Carbon Edition is a handsome and affordable midsize sedan.

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It packs a potent turbocharged engine that produces 250 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque.

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The Carbon Edition sits near the top of the Mazda6's trim stack, so comes packed with standard features.

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It also still has one of the best-looking exteriors in the class, despite its age.

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The Mazda6 gets some decent interior tech as well, including wireless Apple CarPlay.

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The Mazda6 offers up Mazda's typical blend of comfort and driver engagement.

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It does tend to want to light up the front tires, though, when driven in a spirited fashion.

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2021 is the Mazda6's penultimate year in the US.

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The Carbon Edition retails for $32,950 including destination.

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