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Mazda 6 Estate vs VW Taigo comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 19,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or VW Taigo?

Mazda 6 Estate vs VW Taigo: Key differences

Mazda 6 Estate

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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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VW Taigo

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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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 Taigo is significantly cheaper – starting at 19,900 £ , while the Mazda 6 Estate costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,080 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Taigo uses 5.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

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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 Mazda 6 Estate offers clearly more power – delivering 194 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Estate is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Estate delivers only slightly more torque with 258 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 8 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, VW Taigo is markedly lighter – 1,229 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 246 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers moderately more boot space – 522 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries slightly more – 571 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Taigo is barely 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.

from £19,900
Taigo

VW Taigo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.8 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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VW Taigo

The VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Price
19,900 - 31,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Curb weight
1,229 - 1,302 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
4,805 mm
Length
-
Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,757 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
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
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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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