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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Skoda Octavia Limousine comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Skoda Octavia Limousine?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Skoda Octavia Limousine: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • visibly more power
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Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
  • substantially 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:

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

Skoda Octavia Limousine is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,508 £.

Octavia Limousine

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 visibly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Limousine is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.6 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Limousine delivers somewhat more torque with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 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, Skoda Octavia Limousine is substantially lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 676 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers substantially more boot space – 600 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 264 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries clearly more – 545 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly superior overall 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 £25,000
Octavia Limousine

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Skoda Octavia Limousine

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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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Skoda Octavia Limousine

The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Skoda Octavia Limousine

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
503 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
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