Mazda 6 2018 vs Skoda Octavia 2019
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| 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 | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 116 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 6 engine produces 34 HP more power than Skoda Octavia, whereas torque is 80 NM more than Skoda Octavia. Thanks to more power Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.4 | 3.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.0 l/100km | 5.4 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Octavia is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 6 consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda 6 could require 105 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 6 consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 45 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1400 km in combined cycle | 1210 km in combined cycle | |
| 1550 km on highway | 1450 km on highway | ||
| 1030 km with real consumption | 830 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 143 mm (5.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 6 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mazda 6 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 m | 4.69 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.47 m | |
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Mazda 6 is larger, but slightly lower. Mazda 6 is 18 cm longer than the Skoda Octavia, 1 cm wider, while the height of Mazda 6 is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 489 litres | 600 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1555 litres | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mazda 6 has 111 litres less trunk space than the Skoda Octavia. This could mean that the Mazda 6 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 6 is 0.9 metres more than that of the Skoda Octavia, which means Mazda 6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`005 | 1`973 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Skoda Octavia scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 24 800 | 22 600 | |
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