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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • substantially 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:

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 Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,147 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers considerably more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 443 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Estate.

E-Class Estate

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 E-Class Estate offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 327 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 430 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class Estate is barely lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 127 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers substantially more boot space – 615 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 279 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries considerably more – 645 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate 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 £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km
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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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The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Mazda 6 Saloon?

The Mazda 6 Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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