Compare performance (258 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (38500 £ vs 26500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26500 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12008 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Mazda 6 Saloon with 16.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 552 km, about 139 km more than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer.
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 Mazda 6 Saloon has a somewhat edge – offering 258 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.60 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer pulls to a small extent stronger with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is clearly lighter – 1394 kg compared to 2027 kg. The difference is around 633 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers significantly more room – 597 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 261 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs evident better – up to 1634 L, which is about 560 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer evident takes the win – 497 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 137 kg.
Overall, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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Price
38500 - 41600 £
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Price
26500 - 41800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
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Electric Range
479 - 552 km
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Electric Range
81 - 413 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 137 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2027 - 2028 kg
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Curb weight
1394 - 1760 kg
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Trunk capacity
336 L
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Trunk capacity
516 - 597 L
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Length
4921 mm
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Length
4642 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1491 mm
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Height
1443 - 1481 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1074 L
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Max trunk capacity
1553 - 1634 L
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Payload
359 - 360 kg
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Payload
413 - 497 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
245 - 258 HP
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 11 s
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Max Speed
175 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
320 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
180 - 190 kW
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, C, B
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Mazda 6 Saloon is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.