 I bought my Mazda 6 hatchback new in 2008.  I did a lot of research on this car before deciding to buy it.  It had everything I needed.  Comfort is top notch.  Performance is a 10.  The touring trim level is very well put together.  Between the hatch and the fold down seats it's amazing what you can fit in this car.  I've owned many a Honda and Toyota... Reliability is as good as Honda or Toyota with better interiors.  If you want "Vanilla" buy a Toyota.  Personally, I'll take two scoops of "Zoom Zoom" over vanilla any day.