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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Mercedes Vito Transporter: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • marginally more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • visibly cheaper
  • barely lighter
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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.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is visibly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,703 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda 6 Saloon is markedly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Transporter. That’s a difference of about 4.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers moderately more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 78 km more than the Mercedes Vito Transporter.

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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 Mazda 6 Saloon offers marginally more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda 6 Saloon is somewhat faster – reaching 175 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 180 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 Vito Transporter is barely lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 111 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers clearly more capacity – up to 6,600 L, about 5,526 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries significantly more – 884 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 524 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is decisively ahead 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 304 - 474 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes Vito Transporter

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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 Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Mercedes Vito Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,921 mm
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

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