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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Volvo V90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (258 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (38500 £ vs 62300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Volvo V90?

Mazda 6 Saloon

Volvo V90

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 6 Saloon has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38500 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23820 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon performs convincingly better – achieving up to 552 km, about 464 km more than the Volvo V90.

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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 V90 has a clearly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Volvo V90 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.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 389 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Mazda 6 Saloon is barely noticeable lighter – 2027 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 48 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers evident more room – 488 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo V90 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1454 L, which is about 380 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 clearly perceptible takes the win – 515 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo V90 shows itself to be wins solidly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £62,300
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Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Volvo V90

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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 V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Mazda 6 Saloon
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
38500 - 41600 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2027 - 2028 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4921 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1491 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1074 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo
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.