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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Mazda 6 Saloon comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Mazda 6 Saloon?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Mazda 6 Saloon: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • significantly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda 6 Saloon

  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Mazda 6 Saloon is substantially cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,487 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda 6 Saloon is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers visibly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 143 km more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

6 Saloon

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 Mercedes EQS SUV offers significantly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQS SUV is a bit faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers clearly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 630 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 6 Saloon is visibly lighter – 2,027 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 668 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more boot space – 645 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 309 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers considerably more capacity – up to 2,100 L, about 1,026 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries clearly more – 570 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 695 km
Mercedes EQS SUV
Mazda 6 Saloon

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Mercedes EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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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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Mercedes EQS SUV
Mazda 6 Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
4,921 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mazda
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