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Lexus RC vs Mazda 6 Saloon comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Mazda 6 Saloon?

Lexus RC vs Mazda 6 Saloon: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Mazda 6 Saloon

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda 6 Saloon is substantially cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,843 £.

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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 Lexus RC offers significantly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 206 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is markedly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers noticeably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mazda 6 Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is slightly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 312 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RC offers barely more boot space – 366 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries visibly more – 535 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RC 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 £82,300
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Lexus RC

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 464 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 11.8 L/100km
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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
4,921 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Payload
535 kg
Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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