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Mazda 6 Estate vs Subaru Impreza - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (194 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (30000 £ vs 30200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or Subaru Impreza?

Mazda 6 Estate

Subaru Impreza

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.

Mazda 6 Estate has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £ , while the Subaru Impreza costs 30200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 222 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda 6 Estate manages with 6.80 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.30 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

Impreza

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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 194 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Estate is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8.10 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.60 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate performs slightly better – reaching 223 km/h, while the Subaru Impreza tops out at 199 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda 6 Estate pulls distinct stronger with 258 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 76 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Mazda 6 Estate is minimal lighter – 1475 kg compared to 1574 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers clearly perceptible more room – 522 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 207 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda 6 Estate performs noticeable better – up to 1664 L, which is about 350 L more than the Subaru Impreza.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 6 Estate hardly perceptible takes the win – 571 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda 6 Estate proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda 6 Estate is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,000
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
Mazda 6 Estate
Subaru Impreza

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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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Subaru Impreza

The Subaru Impreza feels like a trusty companion built for everyday adventures, shrugging off bad weather and awkward parking with quiet competence. It won't win any style contests, but its sensible cabin, grippy manners, and honest driving character make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over flash.

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Mazda 6 Estate
Subaru Impreza

Costs and Consumption

Price
30000 - 43500 £
Price
30200 - 32500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
7.30 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1475 - 1598 kg
Curb weight
1574 - 1599 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4490 mm
Width
1840 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1480 mm
Height
1515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1664 L
Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
501 - 526 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
10.60 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
199 km/h
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
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General

Model Year
2021 - 2022
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the Mazda 6 Estate?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.