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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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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.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,312 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda 6 Saloon is clearly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 20.5 kWh/100km for the Renault Kangoo Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers significantly more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 268 km more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

Kangoo Compact Van

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 12.3 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Saloon delivers slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is noticeably lighter – 1,639 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries substantially more – 901 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 541 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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 £38,500
6 Saloon

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 245 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 - 552 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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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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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
279 - 284 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,921 mm
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
670 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
245 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Renault
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