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Audi A4 Limousine vs Mazda 6 Estate comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or Mazda 6 Estate?

Audi A4 Limousine vs Mazda 6 Estate: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda 6 Estate

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  • moderately cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A4 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda 6 Estate is moderately cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Audi A4 Limousine costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,828 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A4 Limousine uses 4.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

6 Estate

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Limousine offers noticeably more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Limousine is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Limousine is a bit faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Estate tops out at 223 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Limousine delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 142 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 6 Estate is barely lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers a bit more boot space – 522 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries barely more – 571 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Limousine holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £35,800
A4 Limousine

Audi A4 Limousine

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Audi A4 Limousine
Mazda 6 Estate

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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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Mazda 6 Estate

The Mazda 6 Estate marries elegant, flowing design with everyday practicality, so you get a grown-up wagon that still looks the part on a weekend escape. It rewards drivers with poised handling and a nicely finished cabin, proving that sensible family cars can be engaging — and a little bit cheeky — too.

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Audi A4 Limousine
Mazda 6 Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
155 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
62 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
522 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
4,805 mm
Width
1,847 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
483 - 571 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda
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