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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Ford Transit Custom Bus comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 50,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Ford Transit Custom Bus?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Ford Transit Custom Bus: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • markedly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • visibly more efficient
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Ford Transit Custom Bus

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

6 Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 6 Saloon is markedly cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,311 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda 6 Saloon is visibly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 5.8 kWh/100km.

Transit Custom Bus

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 Saloon offers moderately more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers significantly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 310 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.

Seats: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Saloon is narrowly 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 £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
Mazda 6 Saloon
Ford Transit Custom Bus

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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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Ford Transit Custom Bus

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is a workhorse with a surprisingly comfy streak, offering a roomy, practical cabin that keeps passengers happy on long runs. It steers with more finesse than you’d expect from a people-mover and, whether you’re running a shuttle or converting it for weekend adventures, it’s a dependable, no-nonsense choice that makes life easier for drivers and operators alike.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Ford Transit Custom Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
9
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,921 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Ford
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