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VW Arteon vs Mazda 6 Estate comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Arteon or Mazda 6 Estate?

VW Arteon vs Mazda 6 Estate: Key differences

VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Mazda 6 Estate

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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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

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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 Estate is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,281 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Arteon uses 5.1 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

6 Estate

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 VW Arteon offers markedly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 126 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Estate tops out at 223 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Arteon delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm more.

Arteon

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 6 Estate is very slightly lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 1,607 kg. The difference is around 132 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers slightly more boot space – 590 L compared to 522 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda 6 Estate offers barely more capacity – up to 1,664 L, about 32 L more than the VW Arteon.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries very slightly more – 571 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon is decisively ahead 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 £43,300
Arteon

VW Arteon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Mazda 6 Estate

The Mazda 6 Estate marries elegant, flowing design with everyday practicality, so you get a grown-up wagon that still looks the part on a weekend escape. It rewards drivers with poised handling and a nicely finished cabin, proving that sensible family cars can be engaging — and a little bit cheeky — too.

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Very stylish and robust car that's consistently comfortable even on long journeys.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
133 - 195 g/km
co2
155 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
62 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Trunk capacity
590 L
Trunk capacity
522 L
Length
4,866 mm
Length
4,805 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Payload
467 - 569 kg
Payload
483 - 571 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
VW
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the VW Arteon have?

The VW Arteon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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