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Audi A6 Sportback e-tron vs Mazda 6e
Selected trimperformanceChange trim463 mi · 100 kWh · £69,900
Selected trimTakumiChange trim348 mi · 78 kWh · £38,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi A6 Sportback e-tron leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Mazda 6e counters with the lowest price.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Audi A6 Sportback e-tronPracticality
Audi A6 Sportback e-tronWhich should you choose?
Choose the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
Audi
6.6
Mazda
6.8
Too close to call
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
8.8
Mazda
6.2
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.7
Mazda
6.5
ChargingAudi
Audi
6.8
Mazda
5
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
8.4
Mazda
7.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron
performance
- 115 miles more WLTP range
- 166 litres more boot space
- 75 kW faster rapid charging
- 90 kW more power
- 2.5s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A6 Sportback e-tronperformance | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £69,900 | £38,995 (better) |
| Official range | 463 miles (better) | 348 miles |
| Boot space | 502 L (better) | 336 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 21 min (better) | 24 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.4 sec (better) | 7.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi A6 Sportback e-tron
Mazda 6e
Length
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron4,928mm
Mazda 6e4,921mm-7mm
Width
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron1,882mm-8mm
Mazda 6e1,890mm
Height
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron1,487mm-4mm
Mazda 6e1,491mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi A6 Sportback e-tronperformance | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,928 mm | 4,921 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,882 mm (better) | 1,890 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,137 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,487 mm | 1,491 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.3 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 518 mm spare (better) | 510 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi A6 Sportback e-tronperformance | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 502 L (better) | 336 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1330 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 27 L | 72 L (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance |  Mazda 6e Takumi |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.93m | 4.92m-7mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.89m+8mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | Not available |
| Height | 1.49m | 1.49m+4mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.95m | 2.90m-51mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 502L (better) | 336L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1330L | Not available |
| Frunk | 27L | 72L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.3m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,250kg | 2,027kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh (better) | 78kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 463 mi (better) | 348 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 270kW (better) | 195kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £69,900 | £38,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi A6 Sportback e-tronperformance | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 463 miles (better) | 348 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 386 miles (better) | 290 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 21 min (better) | 24 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 270 kW (better) | 195 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 94.9 kWh (better) | 78 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A6 Sportback e-tronperformance | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.4 sec (better) | 7.9 sec |
| Power | 280 kW (better) | 190 kW |
| Torque | 565 Nm (better) | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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Audi A6 Sportback e-tron
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Mazda 6e
Takumi
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant91%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Mazda 6e Takumi
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist77%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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| Measure | Audi A6 Sportback e-tronperformance | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron worth the extra £30,905 over the Mazda 6e?
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron costs £30,905 more than the Mazda 6e. For that premium it adds 115 miles more WLTP range, 75 kW faster peak rapid charging and 166 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron or the Mazda 6e?
The Mazda 6e is £30,905 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Mazda 6e comes out roughly £30,865 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron and Mazda 6e like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 386 miles for the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron and 290 miles for the Mazda 6e - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron goes roughly 96 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 21-24 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron or the Mazda 6e?
The two are within 8 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 518 mm of total clearance for the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron and about 510 mm of total clearance for the Mazda 6e. The Mazda 6e also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron or the Mazda 6e?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron and 90% for the Mazda 6e. That gives the Mazda 6e a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Mazda 6e's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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