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Kia EV3 vs Mazda 6 Saloon comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Mazda 6 Saloon?

Kia EV3 vs Mazda 6 Saloon: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • clearly more power

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

EV3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia EV3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,637 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the Mazda 6 Saloon. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 53 km more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

6 Saloon

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda 6 Saloon is barely faster – reaching 175 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Saloon delivers a bit more torque with 320 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 37 Nm more.

EV3

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, Kia EV3 is somewhat lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 227 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers clearly more boot space – 460 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 124 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,251 L, about 177 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries markedly more – 470 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 is far ahead 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 £30,800
EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 436 - 605 km
Kia EV3
Mazda 6 Saloon

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia EV3

The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.

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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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Kia EV3
Mazda 6 Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
4,921 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda
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