Volkswagen Passat Sedan
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
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Mazda6 Sedan
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Volkswagen Passat Sedan
Car A
Volkswagen Passat Sedan
The Volkswagen Passat Sedan balances space and efficiency for growing families and road trips at a price that represents good value in its segment. Its petrol FWD setup offers adequate performance with a focus on everyday dependability and safety.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety6.5 L/100km
Mazda6 Sedan
Car B
Mazda6 Sedan
The Mazda6 Sedan offers good value in its segment with a blend of safety, reliability, and usable performance. It’s efficient for its class and family-friendly, though not targeted at premium shoppers.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety194 hp
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Usage fit

Family 67 / 64
City 41 / 53
Budget / value 68 / 70
Road trip 64 / 53
Performance 31 / 33
Cargo 32 / 26
Practical 48 / 47
Premium 29 / 23
Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen Passat Sedan · Orange = Mazda6 Sedan

Specs side-by-side

Spec Volkswagen Passat Sedan Mazda6 Sedan
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Pros & cons

Volkswagen Passat Sedan

  • Large 586 L trunk supports strollers, luggage, and road-trip gear
  • Comfortable 5-seat sedan layout suited to family use
  • Efficient for its class at 6.5 L/100 km to keep fuel costs in check
  • Good value in its segment at around 26,000

Mazda6 Sedan

  • Competitive $25,000 price for what it offers
  • Efficient for its class at 6.8 L/100 km
  • 5-star safety paired with a strong reliability score (85)
  • Practical layout: 5 seats and a 480 L trunk

Verdict

Pick Volkswagen Passat Sedan if…
Best fuel economy
Volkswagen Passat Sedan uses 6.5 L/100km vs 6.8 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Mazda6 Sedan if…
Reliability edge
Mazda6 Sedan scores higher on reliability — worth considering for long-term ownership.

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