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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Mercedes EQS SUV?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,487 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda 6 Saloon is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 143 km more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

EQS SUV

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 Mercedes EQS SUV offers significantly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQS SUV is moderately faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers clearly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 630 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, Mazda 6 Saloon is noticeably lighter – 2,027 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 668 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers considerably more boot space – 645 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 309 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers substantially more capacity – up to 2,100 L, about 1,026 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 615 - 695 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes EQS SUV

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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 EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes EQS SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
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
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
425 - 570 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
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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