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Audi A6 Avant vs Mazda 6 Saloon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (49700 £ vs 38500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Mazda 6 Saloon?

Audi A6 Avant

Mazda 6 Saloon

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda 6 Saloon has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38500 £, while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49700 £. That’s a price difference of around 11229 £.

As for range, the Mazda 6 Saloon performs significantly better – achieving up to 552 km, about 451 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A6 Avant has a evident edge – offering 367 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 Avant performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A6 Avant pulls clearly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Audi A6 Avant is slight lighter – 1865 kg compared to 2027 kg. The difference is around 162 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers clearly perceptible more room – 503 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A6 Avant performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1534 L, which is about 460 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 Avant distinct takes the win – 570 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A6 Avant shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £49,700
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Audi A6 Avant

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 94 - 101 km
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Audi A6 Avant

The Audi A6 Avant wraps executive poise and usable practicality into an impeccably finished estate that makes everyday driving feel noticeably more grown-up. It serves up a calm, composed ride and clever packaging for buyers who want space and refinement without ostentation — the sensible choice that still manages to impress.

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Mazda 6 Saloon

The Mazda6 saloon feels like the sensible yet stylish choice for buyers who want a car that drives with poise and looks sharper than its badge suggests. It mixes engaging handling, a refined cabin and everyday practicality without shouting for attention — perfect for those who prefer understated class with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
38500 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
2027 - 2028 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4921 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1491 mm
Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1074 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda

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Is the Audi A6 Avant offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A6 Avant is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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