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Mazda 6 Estate vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or Mercedes T Class?

Mazda 6 Estate vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

Mazda 6 Estate

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Mercedes T Class

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

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

6 Estate

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes T Class is noticeably cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Mazda 6 Estate costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,033 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

T Class

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 Estate offers clearly more power – delivering 194 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 63 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 Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes T Class delivers barely more torque with 270 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 12 Nm more.

6 Estate

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, Mazda 6 Estate is very slightly lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries marginally more – 630 kg compared to 571 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Estate 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.

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6 Estate

Mazda 6 Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 194 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
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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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The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,805 mm
Length
-
Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Mazda 6 Estate have?

The Mazda 6 Estate is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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