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Mazda 6 Saloon vs DS Automobiles DS 4 comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 34,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or DS Automobiles DS 4?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs DS Automobiles DS 4: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 4

  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • visibly 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.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is moderately cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,508 £.

DS 4

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is moderately faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Saloon delivers very slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

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, DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 469 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers visibly more boot space – 430 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

For maximum load capacity, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,240 L, about 166 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 4 carries somewhat more – 442 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Saloon 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 £38,500
6 Saloon

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 245 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 - 552 km
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Mazda 6 Saloon

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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The DS 4 is a striking compact that wears couture-inspired styling like a tailored suit, and its cabin feels more boutique hotel than ordinary hatchback with premium materials and clever detailing. On the road it mixes poise with comfort, rewarding drivers who want a refined, characterful alternative to the usual suspects — and enjoy the odd admiring glance at the lights.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 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
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
442 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drive types are available for the Mazda 6 Saloon?

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

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