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Mazda CX-5 vs Aiways U6 comparison

Compare performance (141 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Aiways U6?

Mazda CX-5 vs Aiways U6: Key differences

Mazda CX-5

4.7 (11 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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Aiways U6

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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

CX-5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda CX-5 is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Aiways U6 costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,304 £.

U6

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 Aiways U6 offers clearly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aiways U6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aiways U6 delivers visibly more torque with 315 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 77 Nm more.

CX-5

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, Mazda CX-5 is only slightly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,790 kg. The difference is around 161 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Aiways U6 offers barely more boot space – 472 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries clearly more – 601 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aiways U6 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.

£41,295
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Aiways U6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 405 km
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Reviews Mazda CX-5

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Ghighi
26 Jul 2026, 15:53:31

Mazda is much better designed. Audis are pretty ugly overall, especially the "Q" series.

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Marc Adriaans
4 Jun 2026, 13:04:31

I've been driving Mazdas for about ten years now without problems and with a lot of enjoyment. The last 3.5 years in a CX‑5. A really nice, smooth car that can tow quite a bit too, although I wouldn't recommend doing that with the FWD because it lacks grip on the front axle — so if you fit a towbar always choose the AWD. The only downside I can think of, after long consideration, is... nothing 🤔

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Bengt
25 Jan 2026, 14:05:09

I've owned several Volvos, but I drive a Mazda now and would never switch back.

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Aiways U6

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Price
41,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
405 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 169 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Curb weight
1,790 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
-
Length
4,805 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
1,641 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,260 L
Payload
566 - 601 kg
Payload
405 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Aiways
Is the Mazda CX-5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda CX-5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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