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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Peugeot 408?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • marginally more power
  • a bit more electric range
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 408 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,368 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the Mazda 6 Saloon. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers a bit more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 96 km more than the Peugeot 408.

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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 Mazda 6 Saloon offers marginally more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers somewhat more torque with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is clearly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 483 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 408 carries visibly more – 456 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 leads convincingly 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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Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 79 - 456 km
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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 Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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Reviews Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Klaudia
15 Jan 2026, 19:46:29

This is one of the most beautiful cars of our time, in an era when every brand churns out cookie‑cutter models — as long as they look like an SUV. It's comfortable, incredibly spacious, picks up nicely on the road and always makes a great impression everywhere ;)

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,921 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Mazda 6 Saloon?

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

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