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Mazda 6 Saloon vs VW Grand California comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 70,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or VW Grand California?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs VW Grand California: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • significantly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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VW Grand California

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

6 Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda 6 Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the VW Grand California costs 70,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,751 £.

Grand California

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers noticeably more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

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: Mazda 6 Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 6 Saloon is significantly lighter – 2,027 kg compared to 3,052 kg. The difference is around 1,025 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers clearly more boot space – 336 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 336 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Grand California carries moderately more – 448 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Saloon 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.

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
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
70,200 - 77,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
3,052 - 3,354 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
5,986 - 6,836 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
2,040 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
2,839 - 2,971 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
359 - 360 kg
Payload
146 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Mazda 6 Saloon?

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

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