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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Kia XCeed comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Kia XCeed?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Kia XCeed: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • visibly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

6 Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia XCeed is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,351 £.

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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 visibly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Saloon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.5 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Saloon delivers moderately more torque with 320 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 55 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, Kia XCeed is considerably lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 676 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia XCeed offers markedly more boot space – 426 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia XCeed carries noticeably more – 485 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Saloon holds a narrow overall lead 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
Kia XCeed

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Kia XCeed

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Kia XCeed

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
143 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
471 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Kia
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