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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Mazda 6 Estate comparison

Compare performance (229 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Mazda 6 Estate?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Mazda 6 Estate: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda 6 Estate

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • 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

IONIQ 5

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 Estate is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,328 £.

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers somewhat more power – delivering 229 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers visibly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 92 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

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 terms of curb weight, Mazda 6 Estate is markedly lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers barely more boot space – 522 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries barely more – 571 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £43,300
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 229 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Mazda 6 Estate

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Mazda 6 Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
522 L
Length
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Length
4,805 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
-
Height
1,480 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Payload
515 - 530 kg
Payload
483 - 571 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda
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