The 2016 Mazda 6 has an optional technology package that adds high tech safety features and drive-enhancing systems.

What is Included in the 2016 Mazda 6 GT Technology Package

If you want to get the most out of what the 2016 Mazda 6 has to offer, you’ll likely want to be driving the Mazda 6 Grand Touring model. That way, you can deck out this sporty sedan with all the bells and whistles. But if that isn’t quite enough, you also have optional features and packages available to you, such as the GT Technology Package. So, what is included in the 2016 Mazda 6 GT Technology Package?

The GT Technology Package on the 2016 Mazda 6 equips your vehicle with a number of high tech safety features, like Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Close Proximity Warning, Lane Departure Warning, High Beam Control and Smarty Brake Support with Collision Warning. It also adds Mazda’s innovative i-ELOOP regenerative braking system and active grille shutters.

What are the Mazda 6 Active Grille Shutters?

Most of those safety systems mentioned above are self explanatory. If you are looking for a thorough explanation about what each system does, however, you can find it on our blog by clicking below.

[Read more: Mazda i-ACTIVSENSE safety features explained]

The active grille shutters, on the other hand, are likely a feature that is a little more perplexing. If your current Mazda 6 has them, you may not even be aware of it. As you may have guessed, the active grille shutters are shutters within the vehicle’s grille, and they play an important role on Mazda 6’s equipped with the GT Technology Package by closing at higher speeds, allowing for better aerodynamics, and therefore, better efficiency.

What does Mazda i-ELOOP do?

The i-ELOOP system included in the 2016 Mazda 6 GT Technology Package is another feature that may require some explanation. As a regenerative braking system, i-ELOOP is able to use energy captured from the vehicle once your foot is lifted off the accelerator in order to power electric systems in the car, like air conditioning or power steering. This helps the Mazda 6 to become even more fuel efficient, with up to 28 city and 40 highway mpg.

Now that you know what is included in the 2016 Mazda 6 GT Technology Package, it’s up to you to decide whether or not to equip your next Mazda 6 with these innovative features. Of course, we definitely recommend them, as they can greatly enhance your Mazda 6 driving experience.

[Related: Compare the exciting features in the 2016 Mazda 6 Sport and Touring models]