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Hyundai IONIQ 6 N vs Mazda 6e
Selected trimStandard303 mi · 84 kWh · £65,800
Selected trimTakumiChange trim348 mi · 78 kWh · £38,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ 6 N leads on charging speed, while the Mazda 6e leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
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 want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mazda 6e leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMazda
Hyundai
5.4
Mazda
6.8
Motorway RangeMazda
Hyundai
5.6
Mazda
6.2
Family
Hyundai
6.1
Mazda
6.5
Too close to call
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
7.9
Mazda
5
Cost Per MileMazda
Hyundai
2.6
Mazda
7.5
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £65,800 | £38,995 (better) |
| Official range | 303 miles | 348 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 371 L (better) | 336 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min (better) | 24 min |
| 0-62 mph | 3.2 sec (better) | 7.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Length
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N4,935mm
Mazda 6e4,921mm-14mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N1,940mm
Mazda 6e1,890mm-50mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N1,495mm
Mazda 6e1,491mm-4mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,935 mm | 4,921 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,940 mm | 1,890 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,144 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,491 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 460 mm spare | 510 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
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| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 371 L (better) | 336 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 72 L |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ 6 N Base |  Mazda 6e Takumi |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.93m | 4.92m-14mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.89m-50mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | Not available |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.49m-4mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.96m | 2.90m-70mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 371L (better) | 336L |
| Frunk | Not available | 72L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,201kg | 2,027kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 84kWh (better) | 78kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 303 mi | 348 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 350kW (better) | 195kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £65,800 | £38,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 303 miles | 348 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 252 miles | 290 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min (better) | 24 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 350 kW (better) | 195 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 84 kWh (better) | 78 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 3.2 sec (better) | 7.9 sec |
| Power | 478 kW (better) | 190 kW |
| Torque | 770 Nm (better) | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
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Mazda 6e
Takumi
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 6 N Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist90%
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)
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N worth the extra £26,805 over the Mazda 6e?
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N costs £26,805 more than the Mazda 6e. For that premium it adds 155 kW faster peak rapid charging, 288 kW more power and a 4.7s quicker 0-62mph time. The Mazda 6e is not just cheaper - it also offers 45 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mazda 6e comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N or the Mazda 6e?
The Mazda 6e is £26,805 cheaper to buy. The Mazda 6e is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £192 for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Mazda 6e comes out roughly £27,005 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N and Mazda 6e like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 252 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N 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 38 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 18-24 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N or the Mazda 6e?
The Mazda 6e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 50 mm narrower than the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 510 mm of total clearance for the Mazda 6e and about 460 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N. 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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 N or the Mazda 6e?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N and 90% for the Mazda 6e. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. The Mazda 6e's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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