Compare performance (571 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Mazda 6 Estate?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda 6 Estate is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,371 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.
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 A8 offers significantly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 377 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 542 Nm more.
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, Mazda 6 Estate is clearly lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 560 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers noticeably more boot space – 522 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries slightly more – 700 kg compared to 571 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.
The Audi A8 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.
The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.
detailsThe Mazda 6 Estate marries elegant, flowing design with everyday practicality, so you get a grown-up wagon that still looks the part on a weekend escape. It rewards drivers with poised handling and a nicely finished cabin, proving that sensible family cars can be engaging — and a little bit cheeky — too.
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Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
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Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
58 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
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co2
155 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
62 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
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Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
522 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,805 mm
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Width
1,945 mm
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Width
1,840 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,480 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
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Payload
483 - 571 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Power HP
145 - 194 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Torque
213 - 258 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Power kW
107 - 143 kW
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mazda
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