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Mazda 6 Estate vs Subaru Outback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (194 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (30000 £ vs 37200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or Subaru Outback?

Mazda 6 Estate

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

6 Estate

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda 6 Estate has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 37200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7234 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda 6 Estate manages with 6.80 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

Outback

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 a bit edge – offering 194 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 25 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 Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate performs a bit better – reaching 223 km/h, while the Subaru Outback tops out at 193 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda 6 Estate pulls barely noticeable stronger with 258 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 6 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Mazda 6 Estate is a bit lighter – 1475 kg compared to 1643 kg. The difference is around 168 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru Outback offers barely noticeable more room – 561 L compared to 522 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Outback performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1822 L, which is about 158 L more than the Mazda 6 Estate.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 6 Estate minimal takes the win – 571 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 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.

Mazda 6 Estate
Subaru Outback

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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

Mazda 6 Estate

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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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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Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Mazda 6 Estate
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
30000 - 43500 £
Price
37200 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1475 - 1598 kg
Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4870 mm
Width
1840 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1480 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
1664 L
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
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
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
193 km/h
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
2498 cm3

General

Model Year
2021 - 2022
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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.