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Kia Ceed vs Mazda 6 Saloon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 38500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Mazda 6 Saloon?

Kia Ceed

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

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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.

Kia Ceed has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £, while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38500 £. That’s a price difference of around 15008 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda 6 Saloon has a significantly edge – offering 258 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Saloon is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Ceed performs a bit better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda 6 Saloon pulls noticeable stronger with 320 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 67 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Kia Ceed is decisively lighter – 1298 kg compared to 2027 kg. The difference is around 729 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed offers a bit more room – 395 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed performs somewhat better – up to 1291 L, which is about 217 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed noticeable takes the win – 490 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda 6 Saloon proves to be leads convincingly overall and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda 6 Saloon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
  • Electric Range : 479 - 552 km
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Mazda 6 Saloon

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Kia Ceed

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
23500 - 26300 £
Price
38500 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Curb weight
2027 - 2028 kg
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
4315 mm
Length
4921 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1447 mm
Height
1491 mm
Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
Max trunk capacity
1074 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda

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What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed have?

The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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