Mazda 6 Sedan vs Mazda 6 Grand Touring
Verdict
The Mazda 6 Sedan is the calmer, lower-cost D-segment choice: 1,998 cc, 163 hp, 213 Nm and 10.5 seconds to 100 km/h. The Mazda 6 Grand Touring is the quicker, more practical wagon, using 2,488 cc for 185 hp, 250 Nm and an 8.2-second sprint, plus 522 litres of boot space against 489 litres. But the sedan has the longer 2,830 mm wheelbase and a quoted 5.7 L/100 km. Road tax bites harder on the Grand Touring, at RM868 versus RM379.
Pick the Mazda 6 Sedan if you want the lower purchase price, lower RM379 road tax and a quoted 5.7 L/100 km fuel economy figure.
Pick the Mazda 6 Grand Touring if you want the stronger 2.5-litre engine, quicker 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time, bigger boot and auto emergency braking.
Key differences
- Price: RM180,359 vs RM230,848
- Body type: Sedan vs Wagon
- Engine output: 163 hp/213 Nm vs 185 hp/250 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: 10.5 s vs 8.2 s
- Boot space: 489 L vs 522 L
- Road tax: RM379/year vs RM868/year
6 Sedan
- Lower purchase price
- Quoted 5.7 L/100 km fuel economy
- Longer 2,830 mm wheelbase
- Slower 10.5 s 0-100 km/h
- Smaller 489 L boot
- No auto emergency braking listed
6 Grand Touring
- Stronger 185 hp and 250 Nm output
- Quicker 8.2 s 0-100 km/h
- Larger 522 L boot
- Much higher purchase price
- Higher RM868 yearly road tax
- No fuel economy figure listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 180,359✓ | RM 230,848 |
| Body type | Sedan | Wagon |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 163 hp | 185 hp✓ |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 250 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive with Sport mode | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 5.7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 218 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,865 mm | 4,800 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,393 kg | 1,506 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 62 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 489 litres | 522 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 225/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 225/45R19 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | G-Vectoring Control |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable 8-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable 8-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Front, tilt and slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 front | 1 front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 front, 2 rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Audio | MZD Connect Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, 6 speakers | Touch-screen with radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, 11 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 379✓ | RM 868 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
6 Sedan vs 6 Grand Touring FAQ
Is the Mazda 6 Sedan or Mazda 6 Grand Touring better?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring is the stronger all-rounder on paper, with more power, more torque, a quicker 0-100 km/h time, a larger boot and auto emergency braking. The Mazda 6 Sedan makes more sense if running costs matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring costs RM50,489 more, at RM230,848 versus RM180,359 for the Mazda 6 Sedan.
Which has more boot space?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring has more boot space, with 522 litres against the Mazda 6 Sedan’s 489 litres. That gives the wagon a 33-litre advantage.