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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Subaru Crosstrek?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly 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 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.

Subaru Crosstrek is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,580 £.

Crosstrek

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 significantly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 320 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 138 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, Subaru Crosstrek is visibly lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 432 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers only slightly more boot space – 336 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries clearly more – 505 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 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
Subaru Crosstrek

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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.7 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
174 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
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Subaru
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