Compare performance (550 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 38500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or Mazda 6 Saloon?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mazda 6 Saloon has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38500 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2572 £.
As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon performs decisively better – achieving up to 552 km, about 455 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring has a decisively edge – offering 550 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls significantly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is distinct lighter – 1650 kg compared to 2027 kg. The difference is around 377 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers distinct more room – 500 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 164 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs evident better – up to 1510 L, which is about 436 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.
When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Touring clearly perceptible takes the win – 520 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.
The BMW 3 Series Touring is decisively 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 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
38500 - 41600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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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
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Electric Range
479 - 552 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
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Curb weight
2027 - 2028 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
336 L
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Length
4713 - 4714 mm
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Length
4921 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1491 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1074 L
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Payload
359 - 360 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol 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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 550 HP
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Power HP
245 - 258 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
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Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
175 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
110 - 405 kW
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Power kW
180 - 190 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, 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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The BMW 3 Series Touring is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.