Compare performance (194 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or Volvo S90?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mazda 6 Estate is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,228 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.
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 Volvo S90 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 261 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate is moderately faster – reaching 223 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 451 Nm more.
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, Mazda 6 Estate is visibly lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 437 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers a bit more boot space – 522 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries very slightly more – 571 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.
The Volvo S90 is decisively ahead 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 Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.
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Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
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Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
89 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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co2
155 - 172 g/km
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
62 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
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Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
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Trunk capacity
522 L
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Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
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Length
4,805 mm
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Length
4,969 mm
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Width
1,840 mm
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Width
1,879 mm
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Height
1,480 mm
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Height
1,440 mm
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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
451 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 194 HP
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Power HP
235 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
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Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
213 - 258 Nm
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Torque
480 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 - 143 kW
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Volvo
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