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Mazda 6 Estate vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or VW Tiguan?

Mazda 6 Estate vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Mazda 6 Estate

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • marginally lighter

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

6 Estate

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda 6 Estate is a bit cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,578 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5.4 L/100km.

Tiguan

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 Tiguan offers visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate is very slightly faster – reaching 223 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 215 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 142 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mazda 6 Estate is marginally lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers a bit more boot space – 652 L compared to 522 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda 6 Estate offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,664 L, about 178 L more than the VW Tiguan.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries only slightly more – 571 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan stands well ahead of its rival 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
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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

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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Reviews VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,805 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
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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