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Mazda 6 Saloon vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or NIO ET7?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs NIO ET7: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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NIO ET7

  • considerably more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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:

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 NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,429 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda 6 Saloon is somewhat more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 32 km more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

ET7

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 NIO ET7 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 395 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET7 is moderately faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 6 Saloon is noticeably lighter – 2,027 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 407 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET7 offers very slightly more boot space – 363 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries markedly more – 466 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 106 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 is clearly superior overall 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
NIO ET7

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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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
446 - 466 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
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
NIO
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