To meet strong demand for the Mazda6 from both retail and fleet customers, Mazda Motors UK is bringing forward the 'on sale' date for the upgraded Mazda6 models for 2010.

The new 19-strong range features refreshed exterior and interior styling, additional equipment and a range of significant technical enhancements that improve fuel economy and reduced CO2 emissions.

Customers will be offered a choice of two body styles, hatchback and estate, six engines, three petrol and three diesel, and four equipment levels - S, TS, TS2, and Sport.

Improved fuel economy, lower Road Fund Licence bands and reduced Benefit-in-Kind costs offer buyers savings while prices for the new Mazda6 are increased by an average of 4.8% ranging from £16,990 to £23,445 on-the-road.

"The upgraded Mazda6 has been given a make-over that is much more than a cosmetic exercise,” explained Mark Cameron, sales and marketing director, Mazda UK.

“While the car has more aggressive front styling, the engines, suspension and steering have been fine-tuned enhancing the refinement of the driving experience. Mazda6 remains among the best-in-class for CO2 emissions and its ownership experience is underpinned by reduced costs and Mazda's outstanding build quality and reliability.”