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Mazda 6 Estate vs VW ID.3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (194 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (30000 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or VW ID.3?

Mazda 6 Estate

VW ID.3

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

6 Estate

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW ID.3 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the Mazda 6 Estate costs 30000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1432 £.

ID.3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.3 has a decisively edge – offering 326 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.10 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate performs somewhat better – reaching 223 km/h, while the VW ID.3 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.3 pulls clearly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 287 Nm difference.

6 Estate

Space and Everyday Use:

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 curb weight, Mazda 6 Estate is evident lighter – 1475 kg compared to 1787 kg. The difference is around 312 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers clearly perceptible more room – 522 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 137 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda 6 Estate performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1664 L, which is about 397 L more than the VW ID.3.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 6 Estate slightly takes the win – 571 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.3 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £28,600
ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 383 - 605 km
Mazda 6 Estate
VW ID.3

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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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VW ID.3

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The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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Mazda 6 Estate
VW ID.3

Costs and Consumption

Price
30000 - 43500 £
Price
28600 - 49300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1475 - 1598 kg
Curb weight
1787 - 1993 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4264 mm
Width
1840 mm
Width
1809 mm
Height
1480 mm
Height
1564 mm
Max trunk capacity
1664 L
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
437 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2021 - 2022
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW
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.