BMW iX3 vs Mazda 6 Estate – Differences & prices compared

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

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

Mazda 6 Estate has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the BMW iX3 costs 59100 £. That’s a price difference of around 29057 £.

Engine and Performance: 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 iX3 has a significantly edge – offering 469 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 275 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.10 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate performs minimal better – reaching 223 km/h, while the BMW iX3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX3 pulls significantly stronger with 645 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 387 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: 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 curb weight, the Mazda 6 Estate is clearly lighter – 1475 kg compared to 2360 kg. The difference is around 885 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers minimal more room – 522 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX3 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1750 L, which is about 86 L more than the Mazda 6 Estate.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 6 Estate somewhat takes the win – 571 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 106 kg.

Our conclusion: The BMW iX3 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, BMW iX3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.