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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Lucid Air comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Lucid Air?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Lucid Air: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Lucid Air

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  • considerably more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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:

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

Mazda 6 Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,372 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is visibly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the Mazda 6 Saloon. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 330 km more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

Air

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 Lucid Air offers considerably more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 993 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is clearly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 155 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers significantly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 1,620 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 6 Saloon is marginally lighter – 2,027 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers significantly more boot space – 627 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 291 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries noticeably more – 588 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 228 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air is far ahead overall 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 £72,900
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Lucid Air

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 442 - 1,251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 694 - 882 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Lucid Air

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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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Lucid Air

The Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
627 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
430 - 588 kg

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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Lucid
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