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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (258 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (38500 £ vs 28600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Toyota Corolla?

Mazda 6 Saloon

Toyota Corolla

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Corolla has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38500 £. That’s a price difference of around 9908 £.

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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 Mazda 6 Saloon has a distinct edge – offering 258 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Corolla performs barely noticeable better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is decisively lighter – 1420 kg compared to 2027 kg. The difference is around 607 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers minimal more room – 361 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda 6 Saloon performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1074 L, which is about 22 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla to a small extent takes the win – 450 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda 6 Saloon proves to be offers a more balanced package and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda 6 Saloon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
  • Electric Range : 479 - 552 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Toyota Corolla
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Costs and Consumption

Price
38500 - 41600 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 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
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2027 - 2028 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4921 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1491 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1074 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Toyota
Is the Mazda 6 Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.