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Cupra Raval vs Mazda 6e
Selected trimTakumiChange trim348 mi · 78 kWh · £38,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Raval leads on charging speed and city driving, while the Mazda 6e leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Raval if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Mazda 6e if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mazda 6e leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMazda
Cupra
5.2
Mazda
6.8
Motorway RangeMazda
Cupra
4.2
Mazda
6.2
FamilyMazda
Cupra
5.1
Mazda
6.5
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.3
Mazda
5
Cost Per Mile
Cupra
7.7
Mazda
7.5
Too close to call
City DrivingCupra
Cupra
8
Mazda
2.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mazda 6e
Takumi
- 144 miles more WLTP range
- 107 kW faster rapid charging
- 91 kW more power
- 1.6s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,995 (better) | £38,995 |
| Official range | 204 miles | 348 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 441 L (better) | 336 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 23 min (better) | 24 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 7.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Raval
Mazda 6e
Length
Cupra Raval4,046mm-875mm
Mazda 6e4,921mm
Width
Cupra Raval1,784mm-106mm
Mazda 6e1,890mm
Height
Cupra Raval1,514mm
Mazda 6e1,491mm-23mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,046 mm | 4,921 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,784 mm (better) | 1,890 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,000 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,491 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 616 mm spare (better) | 510 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L (better) | 336 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 72 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Raval
- 3rd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
Mazda 6e
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Raval V1 37kWh |  Mazda 6e Takumi |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.05m | 4.92m+875mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.89m+106mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.00m | Not available |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.49m-23mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.90m+296mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L (better) | 336L |
| Frunk | Not available | 72L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,589kg (better) | 2,027kg |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 78kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 204 mi | 348 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW | 195kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,995 (better) | £38,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £25,495 (-£1,500) | £38,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
* Cupra Raval: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 204 miles | 348 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 139 miles | 290 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 23 min (better) | 24 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW | 195 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 37 kWh | 78 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 7.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 99 kW | 190 kW (better) |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 290 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Cupra Raval
V1 37kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Mazda 6e
Takumi
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
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)
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Cupra Raval
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Mazda 6e
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mazda 6e worth the extra £12,000 over the Cupra Raval?
The Mazda 6e costs £12,000 more than the Cupra Raval. For that premium it adds 144 miles more WLTP range, 107 kW faster peak rapid charging and 91 kW more power. The Cupra Raval is not just cheaper - it also offers 105 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mazda 6e comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Cupra Raval or the Mazda 6e?
The Cupra Raval is £12,000 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Cupra Raval comes out roughly £12,000 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Cupra Raval and Mazda 6e like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 139 miles for the Cupra Raval and 290 miles for the Mazda 6e - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mazda 6e goes roughly 152 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 23-24 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Raval or the Mazda 6e?
The Cupra Raval is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 106 mm narrower than the Mazda 6e. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 616 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Raval and about 510 mm of total clearance for the Mazda 6e. The Cupra Raval 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 Cupra Raval or the Mazda 6e?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Cupra Raval and 90% for the Mazda 6e. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .