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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Nissan Qashqai?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • clearly more power
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • markedly 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.

Nissan Qashqai is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,880 £.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

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

Looking at top speed, the Nissan Qashqai is somewhat faster – reaching 206 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers marginally more torque with 330 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 10 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 Qashqai is considerably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 607 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers markedly more boot space – 504 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,447 L, about 373 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries markedly more – 520 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai has the upper hand 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 £29,600
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Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
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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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The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 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
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
1,625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Mazda 6 Saloon?

The Mazda 6 Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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