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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes GLE comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Mercedes GLE?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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Mercedes GLE

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

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.

Mazda 6 Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,427 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 448 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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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 GLE offers substantially 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 GLE is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers considerably 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, Mazda 6 Saloon is somewhat lighter – 2,027 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 363 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers substantially more boot space – 655 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 319 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries clearly more – 770 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 410 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE holds a narrow overall lead 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 £78,900
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 309 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 91 - 104 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes GLE

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 GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
72 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
495 - 770 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
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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