
The length of the Atenza car is 4870mm, and it is a model under the Mazda brand. The body dimensions of the Atenza are: width 1840mm, height 1445mm, wheelbase 2830mm, front track 1585mm, rear track 1575mm, and fuel tank capacity 56.2l. The Atenza is equipped with a 2.0l naturally aspirated engine, with a maximum power of 116kw and a maximum torque of 202nm, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It adopts a front suspension type of MacPherson independent suspension and a rear suspension type of multi-link independent suspension.

The Mazda6 (known as Atenza in some markets) I drive is the 2021 model, with a body length of 4870 millimeters, which is approximately 4.87 meters. This size is quite suitable for me—it's maneuverable enough for city driving without feeling like steering a boat. Parking can be slightly challenging, especially in tight spots in older residential areas, but the rearview camera helps a lot. On highways, the longer body actually enhances stability, making lane changes and overtaking feel solid. The only thing to watch out for is navigating narrow roads, as it's noticeably longer than compact cars. Overall, the length strikes a good balance between handling and comfort, avoiding excessive bulkiness without sacrificing practicality.

As a Mazda fan, I think the Atenza's 4870mm body length is brilliantly utilized by the KODO design. The elongated hood paired with the fastback rear gives it a poised stance like a crouching leopard when viewed from the side, maximizing the sporty feel. The designers used this length to craft those fluid waistlines - neither too short to appear stingy nor too long to lose that taut muscularity. Every time I wash my car, I can't help but circle it twice to admire how light dances across those curves. This dimension hits the golden ratio for a B-segment sedan, boasting ultra-high recognition in parking lots, especially with that plunging front-end design that guarantees head-turning presence on the road.

When taking the whole family out, space is my top priority, and my Mazda6's 4.87-meter length really comes in handy. The 2830mm wheelbase allows three people to sit comfortably in the back, with two fists' worth of knee room from the front seats. The trunk is incredibly spacious—last week, it easily fit two 28-inch suitcases plus two carry-ons. Despite the slightly sloping roofline, there's still headroom for someone 1.75m tall in the back. The car's length gives designers room to optimize the layout, like pushing the dashboard forward a bit, so the rear isn't cramped even with the driver's seat adjusted. While vertical space is slightly less than an SUV, the width is ample—two kids can roughhouse in the back without feeling squeezed.

When I was comparing several models before buying a car, the Atz's length of 4870mm was quite competitive among its peers. The Accord's 4893mm is slightly longer but appears visually bulky, while the Camry's 4885mm doesn't make much practical difference with just 15mm extra. The biggest surprise was how the Atz used sporty lines to make its 4.87-meter body look like a supercar, appearing significantly longer than the boxy design of the Malibu. In terms of actual interior space, the legroom is comparable to the Passat, and the trunk is two fingers deeper than the Teana. The only downside is that it's over 30cm longer than the Civic, which might require some adaptation for novice drivers when parking, but the trade-off is worth it for the highway stability it offers.


