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Mazda 6e vs Tesla Model 3
Two saloon cars at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Tesla Model 3 is £1,005 cheaper than the Mazda 6e (£37,990 against £38,995).
- The Mazda 6e goes further: about 290 miles against 275 in typical real-world driving.
- The Tesla Model 3 charges faster from 10% to 80%: about 24 minutes against 25.
- The Tesla Model 3 is more efficient (4.6 against 3.8 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Tesla Model 3 has the bigger boot: 682 litres against 409.
Side by side
| Mazda 6e 78 kWh | Tesla Model 3 RWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £38,995 | £37,990 |
| Real-world range | 290 mi | 275 mi |
| Official WLTP range | – | – |
| Cold motorway range | 210 mi | – |
| Efficiency | 3.8 mi/kWh | 4.6 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 77 kWh | 60 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 200 kW | up to 175 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 25 min | 24 min |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Boot | 409 L | 682 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,500 kg | 1,000 kg |
| Length | 4,921 mm | 4,720 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 7.3 s | 6.2 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
| V2L | Yes | No |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | Check | 4 years |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Mazda 6e 78 kWh and Tesla Model 3 RWD. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the Mazda 6e or the Tesla Model 3?
The Tesla Model 3 is £1,005 cheaper than the Mazda 6e (£37,990 against £38,995).
Which has the longer range, the Mazda 6e or the Tesla Model 3?
The Mazda 6e goes further: about 290 miles against 275 in typical real-world driving.
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