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Audi A6 Limousine vs Mazda CX-5 comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (47,600 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Limousine or Mazda CX-5?

Audi A6 Limousine vs Mazda CX-5: Key differences

Audi A6 Limousine

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Mazda CX-5

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat 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 Limousine

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-5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Audi A6 Limousine costs 47,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Limousine uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

CX-5

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 A6 Limousine offers considerably more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 226 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Limousine is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Limousine delivers significantly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 342 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 CX-5 is somewhat lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,845 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Limousine offers very slightly more boot space – 492 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Limousine carries marginally more – 625 kg compared to 601 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 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.

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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 - 7.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 105 km
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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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Audi A6 Limousine
Mazda CX-5

Costs and Consumption
Price
47,600 - 68,100 £
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
97 - 105 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
49 - 166 g/km
co2
157 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,845 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 492 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 - 625 kg
Payload
566 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Audi A6 Limousine have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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