Mazda 6 Saloon alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Mazda 6 Saloon, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Mazda 6 Saloon and are good next research steps.

from £42,500

XPeng P7

Price 42,500 - 50,200 £
Body Type Sedan
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 276 - 473 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 19.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range 505 - 576 km
Battery Capacity 82.7 kWh
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.1 - 6.7 s
Model Year 2024
Max Speed 200 km/h
Torque 440 - 757 Nm
Doors 5
Model P7
Modell P7 Long Range, P7 Performance
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level AWD
Power kW 203 - 348 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,020 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity 440 L
Length 4,888 mm
Width 1,896 mm
Height 1,450 mm
Brand XPeng
Payload 430 kg

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Quick data check: XPeng P7

slightly cheaper
marginally more efficient
significantly more power
only slightly more electric range
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
marginally lighter
noticeably more trunk space

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from £42,800

Mazda CX-6e

Price 42,800 - 45,400 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 258 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range 468 - 484 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.9 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 290 Nm
Model CX-6e
Modell CX-6e
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Takumi, Takumi Plus
Power kW 190 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,205 kg
Trunk capacity 468 L
Width 1,935 mm
Brand Mazda
Payload 385 kg

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Quick data check: Mazda CX-6e

somewhat cheaper
a bit more efficient
somewhat more electric range
very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
barely lighter
visibly more trunk space

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from £25,000

Mazda 3 Hatchback

Price 25,000 - 36,000 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Petrol MHEV
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 140 - 186 HP
Consumption L/100km 5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8 - 9.8 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model 3
Modell 3 2.5 e-SKYACTIV-G 140, 3 2.0 e-SKYACTIV-X 186
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E
Trim Level Prime-Line, Prime-Line Automatik, Center-Line, Center-Line Automatik, Homura, Homura Automatik, Homura Plus, Homura Plus Automatik, Nagisa, Nagisa Automatik, Exlusive-Line, Exlusive-Line Automatik, Takumi, Takumi Automatik, Homura AWD Automatik, Exlusive-Line AWD Automatik, Homura Plus AWD Automatik, Takumi AWD Automatik
Power kW 103 - 137 kW
co2 126 - 146 g/km
Engine capacity 1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Curb weight 1,417 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity 351 L
Width 1,795 mm
Brand Mazda
Payload 487 - 502 kg

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Mazda 3 Hatchback as a suitable alternative to Mazda 6 Saloon

In a head-to-head comparison between the sporty Mazda 3 Hatchback and the elegant Mazda 6 Sedan, both models exhibit Mazda's signature driving dynamics and premium interiors. The Mazda 3 Hatchback, with its compact design and agile handling, is perfect for urban environments, offering a refreshed, youthful vibe. Meanwhile, the Mazda 6 Sedan stands out for its spacious interior and sophisticated features, making it a top choice for those seeking comfort and long-distance travel practicality.

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

Quick data check: Mazda 3 Hatchback

visibly more power
barely quicker 0–100 km/h
considerably cheaper
considerably lighter
barely more trunk space

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from £25,400

Mazda 3 Sedan

Price 25,400 - 34,700 £
Body Type Sedan
Engine Type Petrol MHEV
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 140 - 186 HP
Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 6 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.1 - 9.8 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model 3
Modell 3 Fastback 2.5 e-SKYACTIV-G 140, 3 Fastback 2.0 e-SKYACTIV-X 186
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E
Trim Level Prime-Line, Prime-Line Automatik, Center-Line, Center-Line Automatik, Exlusive-Line, Exlusive-Line Automatik, Takumi, Takumi Automatik
Power kW 103 - 137 kW
co2 123 - 137 g/km
Engine capacity 1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Curb weight 1,417 - 1,468 kg
Trunk capacity 450 L
Width 1,795 mm
Brand Mazda
Payload 482 - 501 kg
Variant Fastback

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Quick data check: Mazda 3 Sedan

visibly more power
barely quicker 0–100 km/h
considerably cheaper
significantly lighter
markedly more trunk space

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from £21,400

SsangYong Tivoli

Price 21,400 - 30,300 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 163 HP
Consumption L/100km 7 - 8.3 L/100km
Seats 5
Model Year 2,021 - 2,024
Max Speed 175 - 181 km/h
Torque 260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 5
Model Tivoli
Modell Tivoli Grand 1.5 GDI-T, Tivoli 1.5 GDI-T
CO2 Efficiency Class F, G
Trim Level Amber 2WD, Amber 2WD Automatik, Blackline 2WD, Blackline 2WD Automatik, Quartz 2WD, Quartz 2WD Automatik, Sapphire 2WD Automatik, Amber 4WD, Amber 4WD Automatik, Blackline 4WD, Blackline 4WD Automatik, Quartz 4WD, Quartz 4WD Automatik, Sapphire 4WD Automatik
Power kW 120 kW
co2 161 - 191 g/km
Engine capacity 1,497 cm3
Curb weight 1,375 - 1,492 kg
Fuel tank capacity 50 L
Trunk capacity 395 - 720 L
Length 4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width 1,810 mm
Height 1,613 - 1,646 mm
Brand SsangYong
Max trunk capacity 1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload 425 - 455 kg

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Quick data check: SsangYong Tivoli

clearly more power
substantially cheaper
considerably lighter
clearly more trunk space

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from £49,700

Audi A6 Avant

Price 49,700 - 70,200 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 204 - 367 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Electric Range 94 - 101 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.7 - 8.3 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 340 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model A6
Modell Avant 2.0 TFSI, Avant 3.0 V6 TFSI MHEV plus, Avant 2.0 TDI MHEV plus, Avant 2.0 TFSI e-hybrid, Avant 3.0 TDI MHEV plus
CO2 Efficiency Class F, D, E, B
Trim Level S tronic, edition one S tronic, quattro S tronic, edition one quattro S tronic
Power kW 150 - 270 kW
co2 53 - 170 g/km
Engine capacity 1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Curb weight 1,865 - 2,240 kg
Trunk capacity 404 - 503 L
Width 1,875 mm
Brand Audi
Payload 535 - 570 kg
Variant Avant

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Quick data check: Audi A6 Avant

visibly cheaper
clearly more electric range
noticeably more power
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
barely lighter
markedly more trunk space

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