Mazda 6 Sedan vs Volkswagen Golf
Verdict
The Mazda 6 Sedan costs RM5,631 less yet gives you the bigger car: a D-segment sedan with a 2,830 mm wheelbase, 489-litre boot and power front seats. The Volkswagen Golf is the smaller C-segment hatch, but it is quicker at 8.6 seconds to 100 km/h versus 10.5, has 250 Nm against 213 Nm, and adds AEB, steering correction, adaptive cruise and a front centre airbag. For Malaysia, the Golf’s RM90 road tax is much kinder than the Mazda’s RM379.
Pick the Mazda 6 Sedan if you want the larger, cheaper car with more boot space, a longer wheelbase and power-adjustable front seats.
Pick the Volkswagen Golf if you want stronger acceleration, more active safety kit, a hatchback body and lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 6 Sedan RM180,359; Volkswagen Golf RM185,990
- 0-100 km/h: Mazda 6 Sedan 10.5 seconds; Volkswagen Golf 8.6 seconds
- Power and torque: Mazda 6 Sedan 163 hp/213 Nm; Volkswagen Golf 148 hp/250 Nm
- Size: Mazda 6 Sedan 4,865 mm long with 2,830 mm wheelbase; Volkswagen Golf 4,289 mm long with 2,631 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Mazda 6 Sedan 489 litres; Volkswagen Golf 380 litres
- Road tax: Mazda 6 Sedan RM379/year; Volkswagen Golf RM90/year
6 Sedan
- Bigger D-segment body and longer 2,830 mm wheelbase
- Larger 489-litre boot
- Power-adjustable front seats, with memory for the driver
- Slower 10.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- No AEB, lane keeping assist or adaptive cruise control listed
- Higher RM379 annual road tax
Golf
- Quicker 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- AEB with pedestrian and cyclist detection, steering correction and adaptive cruise control
- Lower RM90 annual road tax
- Smaller 380-litre boot
- Shorter 2,631 mm wheelbase
- Manual front seat adjustment
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 180,359✓ | RM 185,990 |
| Body type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 163 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 250 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive with Sport mode | 7-Speed DSG |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 5.7 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,865 mm | 4,289 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,789 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,483 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,631 mm |
| Weight | 1,393 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 62 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 489 litres✓ | 380 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 225/45R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 225/45R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Coventry Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Coventry Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | Electronic differential lock (XDS) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 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, Front Center Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| 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, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | IQ.Light Matrix LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| 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 | 2nd Row Vents, single-zone |
| Power Sockets | 1 front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient 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 | 12.9" Digital Cockpit Pro with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 7-speaker Sound System |
| 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 Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 379 | RM 90✓ |
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 Golf FAQ
Is the Mazda 6 Sedan or Volkswagen Golf better?
The Golf is better for pace and safety tech. The Mazda 6 Sedan is better for size, boot space and front-seat comfort equipment. Choose by use case: family space favours the Mazda, driver-assist kit favours the Golf.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 6 Sedan is RM180,359, while the Volkswagen Golf is RM185,990. That makes the Golf RM5,631 more expensive.
Which car is quicker?
The Volkswagen Golf is quicker. It does 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds, while the Mazda 6 Sedan takes 10.5 seconds.