Mazda 6 2010 vs Volkswagen Golf 2013

 
Mazda 6
2010 - 2013
Volkswagen Golf
2013 - 2017
Body: SedanEstate car / wagon
The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.5 Petrol2.0 Diesel
Petrol engines (Mazda 6) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Volkswagen Golf) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences.

Performance

Power: 170 HP150 HP
Torque: 226 NM320 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.1 seconds8.9 seconds
Mazda 6 is more dynamic to drive.
Mazda 6 engine produces 20 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, but torque is 94 NM less than Volkswagen Golf. Thanks to more power Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.04.2
Real fuel consumption: 8.5 l/100km5.6 l/100km
The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Mazda 6 consumes 3.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda 6 could require 570 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 6 consumes 2.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf.
Fuel tank capacity: 64 litres50 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 800 km in combined cycle1190 km in combined cycle
1010 km on highway1350 km on highway
750 km with real consumption890 km with real consumption
Volkswagen Golf gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Dimensions

Length: 4.76 m4.56 m
Width: 1.80 m1.80 m
Height: 1.44 m1.48 m
Mazda 6 is 19 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, width is practically the same , while the height of Mazda 6 is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 519 litres605 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1620 litres
Volkswagen Golf has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Mazda 6 has 86 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. 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: no data10.9 meters
Gross weight (kg): no data1`970
Safety: no datano data
Quality:
average

above average
Volkswagen Golf has slightly fewer faults.
Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mazda 6, so Volkswagen Golf quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€): 48009000
Pros and Cons: Mazda 6 has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower price
Volkswagen Golf has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
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