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Mazda 6e vs Nissan LEAF
Selected trimTakumiChange trim348 mi · 78 kWh · £38,995
Selected trimEngageChange trim375 mi · 75 kWh · £35,999
At a glance
In this comparison, Mazda 6e leads on value for money, while the Nissan LEAF leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mazda 6e if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
Choose the Nissan LEAF if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Nissan LEAF wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueMazda
Mazda
6.8
Nissan
6.3
Motorway RangeNissan
Mazda
6.2
Nissan
8.4
FamilyNissan
Mazda
6.5
Nissan
8.3
ChargingNissan
Mazda
5
Nissan
7
Cost Per MileNissan
Mazda
7.5
Nissan
9.4
City DrivingNissan
Mazda
2.9
Nissan
6.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Nissan LEAF
Engage
- £2,996 cheaper
- 27 miles more WLTP range
- 101 litres more boot space
- 0.8 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Nissan LEAFEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £38,995 | £35,999 (better) |
| Official range | 348 miles | 375 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 336 L | 437 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Mazda 6e
Nissan LEAF
Length
Mazda 6e4,921mm
Nissan LEAF4,350mm-571mm
Width
Mazda 6e1,890mm
Nissan LEAF1,810mm-80mm
Height
Mazda 6e1,491mm-59mm
Nissan LEAF1,550mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Nissan LEAFEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,921 mm | 4,350 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,890 mm | 1,810 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,098 mm |
| Height | 1,491 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m | 10.8 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 510 mm spare | 590 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Nissan LEAFEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 4 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 336 L | 437 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1052 L |
| Frunk | 72 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 975 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mazda 6e
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Nissan LEAF
- 375 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 4,350 mm, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mazda 6e Takumi |  Nissan LEAF Engage |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.92m | 4.35m-571mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.81m-80mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.10m |
| Height | 1.49m | 1.55m+59mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.69m-205mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 336L | 437L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1052L |
| Frunk | 72L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m | 10.8m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,027kg | 1,883kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 975kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 78kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 348 mi | 375 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 195kW (better) | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £38,995 | £35,999 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £38,995 (not eligible) | £32,249 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Nissan LEAFEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 348 miles | 375 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 290 miles | 313 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 195 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 78 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Nissan LEAFEngage |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 190 kW (better) | 160 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 355 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Mazda 6e
Takumi
Nissan LEAF
Engage
7.9/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Parkers4.3/5
- Electrifying.com8/10
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Mazda 6e
All 3 videos
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Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - Nissan LEAF Engage
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist71%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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Mazda 6e
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mazda 6e worth the extra £2,996 over the Nissan LEAF?
The Mazda 6e costs £2,996 more than the Nissan LEAF. For that premium it adds 45 kW faster peak rapid charging and 30 kW more power. The Nissan LEAF is not just cheaper - it also offers 27 miles more WLTP range and 101 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Nissan LEAF comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Mazda 6e or the Nissan LEAF?
The Nissan LEAF is £2,996 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Nissan LEAF comes out roughly £3,076 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Mazda 6e and Nissan LEAF like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 290 miles for the Mazda 6e and 313 miles for the Nissan LEAF - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Nissan LEAF goes roughly 22 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 24-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mazda 6e or the Nissan LEAF?
The Nissan LEAF is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 80 mm narrower than the Mazda 6e. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 590 mm of total clearance for the Nissan LEAF and about 510 mm of total clearance for the Mazda 6e. The Nissan LEAF also turns in a 0.8 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mazda 6e or the Nissan LEAF?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Mazda 6e and 84% for the Nissan LEAF. 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 Nissan LEAF's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .