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Kia Picanto vs Mazda 6 Estate comparison
Compare performance (68 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Mazda 6 Estate?
Kia Picanto vs Mazda 6 Estate: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Picanto
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Picanto is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Mazda 6 Estate costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,923 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Picanto uses 5.5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 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 substantially more power – delivering 194 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 126 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Estate is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 6.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Estate delivers substantially more torque with 258 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm more.
Picanto
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is markedly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 351 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers significantly more boot space – 522 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 267 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries substantially more – 571 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 239 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mazda 6 Estate 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.
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Mazda 6 Estate
Kia Picanto
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Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.
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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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Kia Picanto
Mazda 6 Estate
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
126 - 134 g/km
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co2
155 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
62 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
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Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
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Trunk capacity
255 L
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Trunk capacity
522 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,805 mm
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Width
1,595 mm
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Width
1,840 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,480 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
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Payload
253 - 332 kg
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Payload
483 - 571 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
68 HP
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Power HP
145 - 194 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
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Torque
96 Nm
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Torque
213 - 258 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
50 kW
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Power kW
107 - 143 kW
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Engine capacity
998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mazda
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