19. Mazda6 (vs. Honda Accord & Toyota Camry)
Mazda targeted the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry crowd with the Mazda6, injecting a dose of style and driving excitement into the midsize segment. Mazda’s strategy focused on sportier handling, elegant design, and premium features—often tweaked to match or surpass rivals’ updates.
The Mazda6 aimed to attract buyers who craved something different, yet just as practical, as its more conservative competitors.
This rivalry kept Mazda’s engineers motivated and the sedan segment lively. MotorTrend