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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Nissan Leaf?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • somewhat more power
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Nissan Leaf

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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • markedly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Leaf is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,671 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is visibly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the Mazda 6 Saloon. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers slightly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 72 km more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

Leaf

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 somewhat more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.6 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Leaf delivers only slightly more torque with 355 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 35 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, Nissan Leaf is marginally lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Leaf offers markedly more boot space – 437 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Leaf carries slightly more – 444 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf 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.

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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Nissan Leaf

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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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
441 - 444 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Nissan
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