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Audi A6 Limousine vs Mazda 3 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (47,600 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Limousine or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

Audi A6 Limousine vs Mazda 3 Hatchback: Key differences

Audi A6 Limousine

  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter

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

A6 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 3 Hatchback is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the Audi A6 Limousine costs 47,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,023 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Limousine uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

3 Hatchback

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 Limousine offers clearly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 181 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Limousine is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Limousine delivers significantly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

A6 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 3 Hatchback is noticeably lighter – 1,419 kg compared to 1,845 kg. The difference is around 426 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Limousine offers clearly more boot space – 492 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Limousine carries markedly more – 625 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 Limousine stands well ahead of its rival 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 £47,600
A6 Limousine

Audi A6 Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 105 km
Audi A6 Limousine
Mazda 3 Hatchback

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Audi A6 Limousine

The Audi A6 cuts a clean, purposeful silhouette with an interior that feels like a quiet, high-tech office on wheels—luxurious materials and clever gadgets make long journeys surprisingly pleasant. It balances composed, confident driving with enough flair to keep you entertained, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want executive polish without showing off.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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Audi A6 Limousine
Mazda 3 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,600 - 68,100 £
Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
97 - 105 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 - 157 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,845 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
1,419 - 1,549 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 492 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4,999 mm
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,452 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 - 625 kg
Payload
470 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
243 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda
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