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Dacia Duster vs Mazda 6 Estate comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (16,300 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Mazda 6 Estate?

Dacia Duster vs Mazda 6 Estate: Key differences

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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Mazda 6 Estate

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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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

Duster

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Dacia Duster is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Mazda 6 Estate costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Dacia Duster uses 4.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

6 Estate

Engine and Performance:

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 Mazda 6 Estate offers moderately more power – delivering 194 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Estate is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.4 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Estate delivers somewhat more torque with 258 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 28 Nm more.

Duster

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Dacia Duster is marginally lighter – 1,377 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 98 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers barely more boot space – 522 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries markedly more – 571 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Duster 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.

from £16,300
Duster

Dacia Duster

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Dacia Duster

The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.

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14 Dec 2025, 22:40:05

I find the difference between the two very minimal.
And for almost €20k more 💶 I would absolutely not choose the Tiguan.

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Value for Money

Mazda 6 Estate

The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,300 - 24,900 £
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
107 - 140 g/km
co2
155 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
62 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,377 - 1,559 kg
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
522 L
Length
-
Length
4,805 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
-
Height
1,480 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Payload
402 - 453 kg
Payload
483 - 571 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Dacia Duster have?

The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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