Mazda 6 vs Volkswagen Passat Comparison

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Things we like	--	Content and solid cabin Standard safety features Spacious second-row Read More
Things we don't like	--	The infotainment system is dated Rivals have better interiors Lethargic automatic transmission Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Direct Fuel Injection
Compression Ratio	13.0:1	11.65:1

Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Drive Type	FWD	--

Performance

Engine Displacement	2488 cc	1968 cc
Power	187 hp	174 hp
Torque	252 Nm	249 Nm
Fuel Type	--	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	62 L	70 L
Length	4894 mm	4874 mm
Ground Clearance	165 mm	137 mm
Width	1838 mm	1834 mm
Height	1450 mm	1486 mm
Wheel Base	2829 mm	2794 mm
Front Tread	1584 mm	1577 mm
Rear Tread	1574.8 mm	1549 mm
No Of Doors	4	4
Cargo Volume	--	450 L
Kerb Weight	--	1585 kg
Gross Weight	--	2040 kg
Front Headroom	--	973 mm
Front Legroom	--	1077 mm
Rear Headroom	--	960 mm
Rear Legroom	--	993 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	17 Inch
Tyre Size	225/55 R17	--
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R17

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Turning Radius	--	5.5 m

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	--	No

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Smart Access Card Entry	--	No
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Engine	2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve VVT DOHC 2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve VVT DOHC	2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	No
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	--
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	--	No
Heated Seats - Front	--	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	--	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	--	Yes
Folding Table Rear	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	No	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	No	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	No
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	--
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Spoiler	Yes	No
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	No	Optional Optional
Moon Roof	Yes	--
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	--
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Roof Rail	No	No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Discs Discs
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	--
Leather Seats	--	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	--	No
Electric Adjustable Seats	--	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	--	Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot Monitor

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