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Mazda 6e vs Volvo ES90
Selected trimTakumiChange trim348 mi · 78 kWh · £38,995
Selected trimSingle Motor Extended RangeChange trim409 mi · 92 kWh · £67,560
At a glance
In this comparison, Mazda 6e leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Volvo ES90 leads on charging speed.
Which should you choose?
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
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Volvo ES90 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mazda 6e wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueMazda
Mazda
6.8
Volvo
5.2
Motorway RangeMazda
Mazda
6.2
Volvo
5.7
FamilyMazda
Mazda
6.5
Volvo
3.5
ChargingVolvo
Mazda
5
Volvo
7.4
Cost Per MileMazda
Mazda
7.5
Volvo
4.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Volvo ES90
Single Motor Extended Range
- 61 miles more WLTP range
- 88 litres more boot space
- 155 kW faster rapid charging
- 55 kW more power
- 1.3s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £38,995 (better) | £67,560 |
| Official range | 348 miles | 409 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 336 L | 424 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min | 22 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec | 6.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Length
Mazda 6e4,921mm-79mm
Volvo ES905,000mm
Width
Mazda 6e1,890mm-52mm
Volvo ES901,942mm
Height
Mazda 6e1,491mm-58mm
Volvo ES901,549mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,921 mm | 5,000 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,890 mm (better) | 1,942 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,120 mm |
| Height | 1,491 mm | 1,549 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m (better) | 12 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 510 mm spare (better) | 458 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 899 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 4 (better) | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 336 L | 424 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1427 L |
| Frunk | 72 L (better) | 27 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,600 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mazda 6e Takumi |  Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.92m | 5.00m+79mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.94m+52mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.12m |
| Height | 1.49m | 1.55m+58mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 3.10m+207mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 336L | 424L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1427L |
| Frunk | 72L (better) | 27L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 899mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m (better) | 12m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,027kg (better) | 2,410kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,600kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 78kWh | 92kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 348 mi | 409 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 195kW | 350kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £38,995 (better) | £67,560 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
* Volvo ES90: 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 | Mazda 6eTakumi | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 348 miles | 409 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 290 miles (better) | 286 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min | 22 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 195 kW | 350 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 158 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 78 kWh | 92 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec | 6.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 190 kW | 245 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 480 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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Mazda 6e
Takumi
Volvo ES90
Single Motor Extended Range
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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 - Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range
Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo ES90 worth the extra £28,565 over the Mazda 6e?
The Volvo ES90 costs £28,565 more than the Mazda 6e. For that premium it adds 61 miles more WLTP range, 155 kW faster peak rapid charging and 88 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 Mazda 6e or the Volvo ES90?
The Mazda 6e is £28,565 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 Mazda 6e comes out roughly £28,685 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 Volvo ES90 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 290 miles for the Mazda 6e and 286 miles for the Volvo ES90 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 22-24 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mazda 6e or the Volvo ES90?
The Mazda 6e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 52 mm narrower than the Volvo ES90. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 510 mm of total clearance for the Mazda 6e and about 458 mm of total clearance for the Volvo ES90. The Mazda 6e also turns in a 0.4 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 Volvo ES90?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Mazda 6e and 84% for the Volvo ES90. 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 Volvo ES90's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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