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VW Touareg vs Mazda CX-60 comparison

Compare performance (462 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 43,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Touareg or Mazda CX-60?

VW Touareg vs Mazda CX-60: Key differences

VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mazda CX-60

4.5 (9 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • 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

Touareg

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda CX-60 is significantly cheaper – starting at 43,700 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,636 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-60 uses 3.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mazda CX-60 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 63 km, about 14 km more than the VW Touareg.

CX-60

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 VW Touareg offers clearly more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Mazda CX-60 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

Touareg

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 CX-60 is very slightly lighter – 1,890 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 169 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers visibly more boot space – 810 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries somewhat more – 751 kg compared to 612 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-60 is slightly 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 £43,700
CX-60

Mazda CX-60

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 200 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 km
VW Touareg
Mazda CX-60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Mazda CX-60

The Mazda CX-60 pairs sculpted, understated looks with poised handling and a cabin that punches above its class, making long drives feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers who want a premium feel without the showroom swagger, it's the sort of car that earns respect quietly — and still manages a wink when you push on.

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VW Touareg
Mazda CX-60

Costs and Consumption

Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Price
43,700 - 57,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Electric Range
63 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
119 - 239 g/km
co2
85 - 137 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
-
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Curb weight
1,890 - 2,055 kg
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,984 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
550 - 751 kg
Payload
581 - 612 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Power HP
200 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Power kW
147 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
Brand
VW
Brand
Mazda
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