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Ford Ranger vs Mazda 6 Saloon comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Mazda 6 Saloon?

Ford Ranger vs Mazda 6 Saloon: Key differences

Ford Ranger

  • barely more power
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Mazda 6 Saloon

  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mazda 6 Saloon is markedly cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,954 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 510 km more than the Ford Ranger.

6 Saloon

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 Ford Ranger offers barely more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 23 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Saloon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers clearly more torque with 697 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 377 Nm more.

Ranger

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, Mazda 6 Saloon is somewhat lighter – 2,027 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 378 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries considerably more – 989 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 629 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Saloon is clearly superior overall 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 £38,500
6 Saloon

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 245 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 - 552 km
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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Mazda 6 Saloon

The 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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Mazda 6 Saloon

Costs and Consumption
Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
-
Length
4,921 mm
Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
1,491 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Ford Ranger have?

The Ford Ranger is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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