Compare performance (194 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is very slightly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Mazda 6 Estate costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.
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 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers marginally more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer delivers markedly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 102 Nm more.
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, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is marginally lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 37 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers moderately more boot space – 597 L compared to 522 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries moderately more – 571 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer stands well ahead of its rival 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 Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 445 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
0 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
62 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
522 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
4,805 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,840 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,480 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
483 - 571 kg
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Payload
434 - 502 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, Electric
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 194 HP
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
213 - 258 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
107 - 143 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Vauxhall
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