I have recently purchased a new Mazda 6 2.0-litre Sport Nav Tourer 165PS petrol model. I am delighted with this car and must take issue with your colleague Andrew English who commented that he found the ride a little harsh with a vibration through the steering. I can only assume that his test model needed the wheels balanced properly as I have found no such problem in my car and the ride and comfort is outstanding. He also states he thinks the car expensive. If he priced it against a Audi A6 (same length), BMW 5 Series or a Merc E Class with the same extensive amount of standard kit as on the Mazda I think he would change his mind.

The i-stop, i-eloop and SKYACTIV technology work extremely well and the petrol consumption, although nowhere near the EC figure, is still good. I get 37mpg in and around town and 44mpg on a long journey. I think the finish and build quality is of a very high standard. I believe from your column that you have been using a Mazda 6 saloon and I will be interested in your views of the car. I think it definitely should be awarded four stars, not three out of five.