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Mazda 6e vs Volvo EX90 (2024-2025)
Selected trimTakumiChange trim348 mi · 78 kWh · £38,995
Selected trimTwin Motor 111kWh · 2024-25Change trim374 mi · 111 kWh · £96,255
At a glance
In this comparison, Mazda 6e leads on value for money and running costs, while the Volvo EX90 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
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Volvo EX90 (2024-2025) 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Volvo EX90 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMazda
Mazda
6.8
Volvo
4.9
Motorway RangeVolvo
Mazda
6.2
Volvo
6.8
FamilyVolvo
Mazda
6.5
Volvo
8.6
ChargingVolvo
Mazda
5
Volvo
8
Cost Per MileMazda
Mazda
7.5
Volvo
1.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Volvo EX90
Twin Motor 111kWh
- 26 miles more WLTP range
- 55 kW faster rapid charging
- 110 kW more power
- 2.4s quicker 0-62 mph
- 2 more seats
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Volvo EX90Twin Motor 111kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £38,995 (better) | £96,255 |
| Official range | 348 miles | 374 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 336 L (better) | 324 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min | 22 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec | 5.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Mazda 6e
Volvo EX90
Length
Mazda 6e4,921mm-116mm
Volvo EX905,037mm
Width
Mazda 6e1,890mm-74mm
Volvo EX901,964mm
Height
Mazda 6e1,491mm-253mm
Volvo EX901,744mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Volvo EX90Twin Motor 111kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,921 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,890 mm (better) | 1,964 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,113 mm |
| Height | 1,491 mm | 1,744 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) | 436 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Volvo EX90Twin Motor 111kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 926 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 4 (better) | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 336 L (better) | 324 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 2082 L |
| Frunk | 72 L (better) | 46 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 2,200 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.
Volvo EX90
- 374 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- At 5,037 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 250 kW, faster than 80% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mazda 6e Takumi |  Volvo EX90 Twin Motor 111kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.92m | 5.04m+116mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.96m+74mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.11m |
| Height | 1.49m | 1.74m+253mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.98m+90mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 336L (better) | 324L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 2082L |
| Frunk | 72L (better) | 46L |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 926mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m (better) | 12m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,027kg (better) | 2,725kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 2,200kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 78kWh | 111kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 348 mi | 374 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 195kW | 250kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £38,995 (better) | £96,255 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024–2025 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Volvo EX90Twin Motor 111kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 348 miles | 374 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 290 miles | 312 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min | 22 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 195 kW | 250 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 78 kWh | 107 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 EX90Twin Motor 111kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec | 5.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 190 kW | 300 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 670 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
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.
Mazda 6e
Takumi
Volvo EX90
Twin Motor 111kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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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 EX90 Twin Motor 111kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist86%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mazda 6eTakumi | Volvo EX90Twin Motor 111kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Mazda 6e
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Volvo EX90
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EX90 worth the extra £57,260 over the Mazda 6e?
The Volvo EX90 costs £57,260 more than the Mazda 6e. For that premium it adds 26 miles more WLTP range, 55 kW faster peak rapid charging and 110 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Volvo EX90 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Mazda 6e or the Volvo EX90?
The Mazda 6e is £57,260 cheaper to buy. The Mazda 6e is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £200 for the Volvo EX90, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Mazda 6e comes out roughly £57,500 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 EX90 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 290 miles for the Mazda 6e and 312 miles for the Volvo EX90 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Volvo EX90 goes roughly 22 miles further between charging stops. 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 EX90?
The Mazda 6e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 74 mm narrower than the Volvo EX90. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 510 mm of total clearance for the Mazda 6e and about 436 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX90. 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 EX90?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Mazda 6e and 84% for the Volvo EX90. 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 EX90's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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