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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes C Class Wagon comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 42,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Mercedes C Class Wagon?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes C Class Wagon: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • moderately cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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Mercedes C Class Wagon

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • noticeably 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:

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

Mazda 6 Saloon is moderately cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Wagon costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,115 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers substantially more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 440 km more than the Mercedes C Class Wagon.

C Class Wagon

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 Mercedes C Class Wagon offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 422 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is clearly faster – reaching 280 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 105 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Wagon delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 700 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 C Class Wagon is somewhat lighter – 1,755 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 272 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers noticeably more boot space – 490 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 154 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,375 L, about 301 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Wagon carries visibly more – 565 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Wagon 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 £42,600
C Class Wagon

Mercedes C Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes C Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

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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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Mercedes C Class Wagon

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes C Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
42,600 - 104,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
11 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,755 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
4,751 - 4,842 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
1,454 - 1,474 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
1,375 L
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
232 - 280 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

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