Interesting Facts About the Mazda 6 GG
The first‑generation Mazda 6, known internally as the GG platform, debuted in Japan as the Mazda Atenza in May 2002. Over its 2002‑2008 run it earned a reputation for versatile body styles and a strong parts market.
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Launch and Naming
The GG‑platform Mazda 6 was launched in Japan as the Mazda Atenza in May 2002, marking the start of the model’s first generation.
Multiple Body Styles and Facelift
From 2002 to 2008 the GG series was offered in three body shapes – a 4‑door sedan, a 5‑door hatchback, and a station wagon – and received a mid‑cycle facelift for the 2006‑2008 model years.
Robust Parts Availability and Aftermarket
OEM parts for the first‑generation Mazda 6 have remained easy to obtain through dealers and alternative sources, and the GG platform supports a lively aftermarket with options for body styling, brakes, cooling, chassis braces, and drivetrain upgrades.
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