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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Audi A6 Avant comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 367 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 49,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Audi A6 Avant?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Audi A6 Avant: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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Audi A6 Avant

  • noticeably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

6 Saloon

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.

Mazda 6 Saloon is visibly cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,229 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 451 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

A6 Avant

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 Audi A6 Avant offers noticeably more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Avant delivers substantially more torque with 580 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

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, Audi A6 Avant is barely lighter – 1,865 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 162 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers markedly more boot space – 503 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries clearly more – 570 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 Avant comes out modestly 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 £49,700
A6 Avant

Audi A6 Avant

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 94 - 101 km
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The Mazda6 saloon feels like the sensible yet stylish choice for buyers who want a car that drives with poise and looks sharper than its badge suggests. It mixes engaging handling, a refined cabin and everyday practicality without shouting for attention — perfect for those who prefer understated class with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
53 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,865 - 2,240 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
535 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Audi
What drive types are available for the Mazda 6 Saloon?

The Mazda 6 Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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