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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Volvo V60 comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Volvo V60?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Volvo V60: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
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Volvo V60

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  • visibly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Mazda 6 Saloon is noticeably cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,935 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers significantly more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 453 km more than the Volvo V60.

V60

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 Volvo V60 offers visibly more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V60 delivers substantially more torque with 589 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 269 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, Volvo V60 is somewhat lighter – 1,734 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V60 offers clearly more boot space – 519 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 183 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo V60 carries clearly more – 506 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 146 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V60 is barely ahead 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 £51,400
V60

Volvo V60

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2 - 6.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 99 km
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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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Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Reviews Volvo V60

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Michael Hauser
2 Oct 2025, 08:00:10

I drive a V60 T6 TE e‑AWD Inscription MY 2022

Overall I'm very satisfied with it.

Positives +
+ Safety
+ Performance
+ Fuel consumption
+ Service and running costs
+ Driving feel (still has a bit of the Swedish tank about it)
+ Average consumption 5.2 l/100 km

Negatives -
- 180 km/h limiter, supposedly due to excessive centrifugal forces on the electric motor
- Thinner side windows than the predecessor
- Still very firm suspension
- 8‑speed automatic (feels like the car is always shifting)
- Volvo's own customer service has massively deteriorated in recent years (their new motto seems to be "take it or leave it")

As a long‑time Volvo customer, this will be my last Volvo — I'm not willing to go along with the (now purely electric and largely China‑produced) madness.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Volvo V60

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
99 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
45 - 141 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,070 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
460 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
197 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
300 - 589 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
145 - 247 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Mazda 6 Saloon?

The Mazda 6 Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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