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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Skoda Octavia Limousine comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (38500 £ vs 23800 £ ) 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

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • decisively cheaper
  • slight more power
  • to a small extent quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • decisively lighter
  • decisively more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

6 Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Octavia Limousine has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23800 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14665 £.

Octavia Limousine

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 Skoda Octavia Limousine has a slight edge – offering 265 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Limousine is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.60 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Limousine performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Limousine pulls to a small extent stronger with 370 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Skoda Octavia Limousine is decisively lighter – 1351 kg compared to 2027 kg. The difference is around 676 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers decisively more room – 600 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 264 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Limousine performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1555 L, which is about 481 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Limousine noticeable takes the win – 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.

Mazda 6 Saloon
Skoda Octavia Limousine

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from about £23,800
Octavia Limousine

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.8 L

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
38500 - 41600 £
Price
23800 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh
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
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2027 - 2028 kg
Curb weight
1351 - 1537 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
4921 mm
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1491 mm
Height
1455 - 1470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1074 L
Max trunk capacity
1555 L
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
495 - 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
Is the Mazda 6 Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 6 Saloon is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.