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Volvo S90 vs Mazda 6 Saloon comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (62,200 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S90 or Mazda 6 Saloon?

Volvo S90 vs Mazda 6 Saloon: Key differences

Volvo S90

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda 6 Saloon

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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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:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,743 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers substantially more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 463 km more than the Volvo S90.

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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 S90 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo S90 is only slightly faster – 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: the Volvo S90 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 389 Nm more.

S90

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 S90 is only slightly lighter – 1,912 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers clearly more boot space – 453 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries markedly more – 518 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 158 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 shows a few small advantages 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 £62,200
S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 89 km
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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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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
62,200 - 70,500 £
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
89 km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
4,969 mm
Length
4,921 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Payload
451 - 518 kg
Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Volvo S90 have?

The Volvo S90 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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