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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • significantly more electric range
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • slightly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • moderately 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.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is slightly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,764 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers significantly more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 464 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

A Class Saloon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers slightly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers noticeably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 130 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, Mercedes A Class Saloon is noticeably lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 577 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers moderately more boot space – 395 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries markedly more – 490 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly superior 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 £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes A Class Saloon

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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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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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