Mazda Mazda6 vs. Volkswagen Passat

In comparing the Mazda Mazda6 to the Volkswagen Passat, the Mazda Mazda6 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. The Volkswagen Passat has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mazda Mazda6 versus the Volkswagen Passat, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Mazda Mazda6 versus Volkswagen Passat Pricing

A one- to five-year-old used Mazda Mazda6 ranges from $21,896 to $30,681 while a used Volkswagen Passat from the same model year range is priced between $18,989 to $26,552. For a new model, the Mazda Mazda6's price is between $25,270 and $36,593, with the Volkswagen Passat priced between $24,675 and $32,409.

Mazda Mazda6 versus Volkswagen Passat Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mazda Mazda6 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Passat's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Mazda Mazda6 being ranked 3 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Volkswagen Passat being ranked 10 out of 13. Out of 8 Best Midsize Cars for the Money, the Mazda Mazda6 is ranked 8 and the Volkswagen Passat is ranked 8.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Mazda Mazda6’s base engine makes 187 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Passat base engine makes 174 horsepower. The Mazda6 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The Passat is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 666 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are midsize cars, the Volkswagen Passat has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Mazda Mazda6 has the advantage in the area of front head room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Mazda Mazda6 has higher safety ratings than the Volkswagen Passat, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.75 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Mazda Mazda6 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.