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Mazda 6 Estate vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or VW Golf Variant?

Mazda 6 Estate vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

Mazda 6 Estate

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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VW Golf Variant

  • marginally cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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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

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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.

VW Golf Variant is marginally cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Mazda 6 Estate costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,153 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Golf Variant

Engine and Performance:

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 VW Golf Variant offers very slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf Variant delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 102 Nm more.

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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, VW Golf Variant is very slightly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 109 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers a bit more boot space – 611 L compared to 522 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries marginally more – 571 kg compared to 547 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf Variant is clearly superior 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.

from £28,800
Golf Variant

VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 7 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

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Kai
14 Jul 2026, 09:51:17

Very stylish and robust car that's consistently comfortable even on long journeys.

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VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
114 - 159 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4,805 mm
Length
-
Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
509 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

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

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

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