Compare performance (194 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or Volvo V90?
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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,305 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6 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 Volvo V90 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 V90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate is moderately faster – reaching 223 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 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 substantially lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers only slightly more boot space – 522 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mazda 6 Estate offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,664 L, about 210 L more than the Volvo V90.
When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries only slightly more – 571 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
The Volvo V90 is far ahead overall 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 V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.
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Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
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Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 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
88 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
18 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
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
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Curb weight
2,075 kg
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Trunk capacity
522 L
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Trunk capacity
488 L
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Length
4,805 mm
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Length
4,945 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
1,472 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
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Payload
483 - 571 kg
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Payload
515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
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
398 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 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
659 - 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
293 - 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
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Volvo
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