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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs Mazda 3 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (551 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (53,800 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs Mazda 3 Hatchback: Key differences

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A6 e-tron Sportback

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 3 Hatchback is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,808 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers significantly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 365 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback delivers considerably more torque with 855 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 615 Nm more.

A6 e-tron Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is considerably lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 758 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers noticeably more boot space – 502 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries marginally more – 502 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback 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 £53,800
A6 e-tron Sportback

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 326 - 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 572 - 754 km
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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback wraps futuristic electric technology in elegant, coupe-like proportions, so you arrive looking sharp without shouting for attention. Inside, refined materials and a calm, driver-focused layout make it a convincing choice for buyers who want quiet, effortless performance with a dash of everyday practicality — the kind of car that raises eyebrows without saying a word.

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Mark
9 May 2026, 14:15:42

Audi much better quality than Tesla

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Michael
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Wonderful car very confortable and smooth driving

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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
Mazda 3 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption
Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
572 - 754 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4,928 mm
Length
-
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
487 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda
Is the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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