Compare performance (194 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (30000 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or Mercedes E Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mazda 6 Estate has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20490 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.80 L. The difference is about 5.30 L per 100 km.
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 Mercedes E Class has a significantly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 391 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.10 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Estate tops out at 223 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls convincingly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 492 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mazda 6 Estate is noticeable lighter – 1475 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers barely noticeable more room – 540 L compared to 522 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class to a small extent takes the win – 640 kg compared to 571 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
The Mercedes E Class holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30000 - 43500 £
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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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
101 - 116 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
155 - 172 g/km
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
62 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1475 - 1598 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Trunk capacity
522 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Length
4805 mm
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Length
4949 mm
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Width
1840 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Height
1480 mm
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Height
1468 - 1469 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1664 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
483 - 571 kg
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 194 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
213 - 258 Nm
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
107 - 143 kW
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2022
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.