Mazda 3 2013 vs Mazda 6 2012

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Mazda 3
2013 - 2016
Mazda 6
2012 - 2015
Body: HatchbackSedan
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.5 - 2.52.0 - 2.5

Performance

Power: 100 - 187 HP150 - 192 HP
Torque: 144 - 380 NM210 - 420 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.1 - 13.6 seconds7.8 - 10.6 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.1 - 7.63.9 - 6.3
Mazda 3 petrol engines consumes on average 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mazda 6. On average, a Mazda 3 with diesel engines consumes about the same amount of fuel per 100 km as a Mazda 6.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.47 m4.87 m
Width: 1.79 m1.84 m
Height: 1.45 m1.45 m
Mazda 3 is smaller, but slightly higher.
Mazda 3 is 40 cm shorter than the Mazda 6, 5 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 364 litres489 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1263 litresno data
Mazda 6 has more luggage space.
Mazda 3 has 125 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6.
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters10.2 meters
The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.4 metres more than that of the Mazda 6, which means Mazda 3 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`864no data
Safety:
Mazda 3 is better rated in child safety tests.
Quality:
above average

average
Average price (€): 76006800
Pros and Cons: Mazda 3 has
  • higher children safety
  • fewer faults
Mazda 6 has
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
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