Compare performance (326 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Mazda 6 Saloon?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is markedly cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,985 £.
As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 470 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers markedly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers markedly more torque with 477 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 157 Nm more.
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, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is markedly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 482 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers markedly more boot space – 470 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries noticeably more – 505 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is slightly ahead 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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer turns the family MPV into something you’d actually want to park outside a café, pairing compact practicality with surprisingly premium cabin flair. It won’t thrill like a sports car, but it drives with the composed poise you expect from the badge and keeps daily life easy and un-fussy.
detailsThe Mazda6 saloon feels like the sensible yet stylish choice for buyers who want a car that drives with poise and looks sharper than its badge suggests. It mixes engaging handling, a refined cabin and everyday practicality without shouting for attention — perfect for those who prefer understated class with a wink.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
479 - 552 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
MPV
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Body Type
Sedan
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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
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
336 L
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Length
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Length
4,921 mm
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,491 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
359 - 360 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
245 - 258 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
175 km/h
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
180 - 190 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mazda
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