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Mazda 6 Estate vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or Subaru Forester?

Mazda 6 Estate vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

Mazda 6 Estate

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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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:

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 is a bit cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,134 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 6 Estate uses 6.8 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Forester

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 Mazda 6 Estate offers markedly more power – delivering 194 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Estate is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Estate delivers noticeably more torque with 258 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 76 Nm more.

6 Estate

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 6 Estate is somewhat lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 1,693 kg. The difference is around 218 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers only slightly more boot space – 522 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries somewhat more – 571 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Estate 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.

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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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Reviews Mazda 6 Estate

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Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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3.8 (3 Reviews)
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Dirk
8 Dec 2025, 17:00:06

It's indeed much more expensive, but it drives brilliantly. I have the automatic — fantastic. It's a bit noisy for such an expensive car, and servicing at a Subaru dealer isn't cheap. It's certainly not economical.

On the other hand, very little breaks and it will never leave you stranded. And that space... 500 litres more is really about a 40% increase.

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Mazda 6 Estate
Subaru Forester

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
4,805 mm
Length
-
Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

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

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

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