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Mazda 6 Estate vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or Nissan Qashqai?

Mazda 6 Estate vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Mazda 6 Estate

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more trunk space

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Qashqai is barely cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Mazda 6 Estate costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 395 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

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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 Nissan Qashqai offers only slightly more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate is marginally faster – reaching 223 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers noticeably more torque with 330 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 72 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is only slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers only slightly more boot space – 522 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda 6 Estate offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,664 L, about 217 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries very slightly more – 571 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai 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.

from £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
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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 Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4,805 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Height
1,625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Mazda 6 Estate have?

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

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