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Mazda 6 Estate vs Mercedes C-Class Sedan – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Mazda 6 Estate meets Mercedes C-Class Sedan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Mazda 6 Estate

Mercedes C-Class Sedan

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.

Mazda 6 Estate has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Sedan costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 11166 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.80 L. The difference is about 5.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 486 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.10 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs evident better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Estate tops out at 223 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 762 Nm difference.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mazda 6 Estate is slightly lighter – 1475 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers slightly more room – 522 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 67 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 6 Estate slight takes the win – 571 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Mazda 6 Estate
Mercedes C-Class Sedan

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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
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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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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30000 - 43500 £
Price
41200 - 103100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
41 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1475 - 1598 kg
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1840 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1480 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Max trunk capacity
1664 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
480 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General
Model Year
2021 - 2022
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drive types are available for the Mazda 6 Estate?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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