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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs Mazda CX-6e comparison

Compare performance (551 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (53,800 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or Mazda CX-6e?

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs Mazda CX-6e: Key differences

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

Mazda CX-6e

  • clearly cheaper

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

A6 e-tron Sportback

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 CX-6e is clearly cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,980 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.9 kWh/100km for the Mazda CX-6e. That’s a difference of about 5.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers clearly more range – reaching up to 754 km, about 270 km more than the Mazda CX-6e.

CX-6e

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 substantially more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 293 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 CX-6e takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback delivers substantially more torque with 855 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 565 Nm more.

A6 e-tron Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is barely lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,205 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers only slightly more boot space – 502 L compared to 468 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback carries noticeably more – 500 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 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
Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
Mazda CX-6e

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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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Mazda CX-6e

The Mazda CX-6e blends Mazda’s flowing coupe‑SUV silhouette with electric propulsion to deliver a surprisingly engaging and polished driving experience that feels more premium than its price suggests. Inside, the cabin is quietly refined and ergonomically smart, with modern tech and practical space that make it a stylish, sensible choice for drivers who want EV manners without the fanfare.

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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
Mazda CX-6e

Costs and Consumption

Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
Price
42,800 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
572 - 754 km
Electric Range
468 - 484 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
2,205 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
468 L
Length
4,928 mm
Length
-
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
385 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
190 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda
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