Compare performance (150 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (25,800 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy Compact Van or Mazda 6 Estate?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
VW Caddy Compact Van is moderately cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Mazda 6 Estate costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,179 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.3 L/100km.
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 Mazda 6 Estate offers noticeably more power – delivering 194 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate is somewhat faster – reaching 223 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Caddy Compact Van delivers moderately more torque with 320 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 62 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mazda 6 Estate offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is marginally lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 2,036 L more than the Mazda 6 Estate.
When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries clearly more – 759 kg compared to 571 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.
The VW Caddy Compact Van is far ahead 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.
The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.
detailsThe 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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Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
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Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
117 - 120 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
11 - 154 g/km
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co2
155 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
62 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
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Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
522 L
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Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
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Length
4,805 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,840 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
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Height
1,480 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
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Payload
628 - 759 kg
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Payload
483 - 571 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Power HP
145 - 194 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
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Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
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Torque
213 - 258 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Power kW
107 - 143 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Mazda
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