Head-to-head
Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs Mazda 6e
At $49,990 the Mazda 6e undercuts the Hyundai Ioniq 6 by $15,510 (24%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Sedan
Hyundai Ioniq 6
The Ioniq 6 swaps the 5's upright stance for a slippery streamliner shape — drag coefficient of 0.21 — yielding a class-leading 614 km WLTP range from a 77.4 kWh battery.
- From
- $65,500
- Range
- 614 km
- Battery
- 77.4 kWh
Option B · Sedan
Mazda 6e
Mazda's first dedicated EV for Australia, built through the Changan-Mazda joint venture in China. Rear-wheel drive, 78 kWh LFP battery, and a quick 15-min DC fast charge (10-80%) on 200 kW chargers.
- From
- $49,990
- Range
- 560 km
- Battery
- 78 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and Mazda 6e, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 6
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 goes 54 km further on a charge (614 vs 560 km WLTP).
- 2
Price · advantage Mazda 6e
The Mazda 6e undercuts the Hyundai Ioniq 6 by $15,510 (24%) on starting price.
- 3
DC charging · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 6
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 accepts 33 kW more DC peak charging (233 vs 200 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 4
Boot · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 6
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 swallows 64 L more cargo with the rear seats up (401 vs 337 L).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Hyundai Ioniq 6 wins
- ▸ 54 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.4s vs 7.8s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (233 kW vs 200 kW)
Where the Mazda 6e wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $15,510
Hyundai Ioniq 6
What we like
- ✓ Best range in segment for the price
- ✓ Excellent highway efficiency
- ✓ Genuinely distinctive styling
What we don't
- ✕ Rear headroom suffers vs the Ioniq 5
- ✕ Some cabin plastics feel scratchy
- ✕ Polarising 'pebble' design
Mazda 6e
What we like
- ✓ Strong 560 km WLTP range
- ✓ Quick 15-min DC fast charge
- ✓ Mazda's well-developed AU dealer network
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ China-built may be an issue for traditional Mazda buyers
- ✕ Modest 337 L boot
Frequently asked: Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs Mazda 6e
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 or the Mazda 6e?
- The Mazda 6e is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $49,990 versus $65,500 for the Hyundai Ioniq 6, a $15,510 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 6 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 614 km, 54 km further than the Mazda 6e's 560 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 6 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 233 kW versus 200 kW for the Mazda 6e. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 6 does 0–100 km/h in 7.4 seconds — 0.4 s quicker than the Mazda 6e's 7.8 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Mazda 6e better value than the Hyundai Ioniq 6?
- On paper the Mazda 6e is $15,510 cheaper, but the Hyundai Ioniq 6 edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Hyundai Ioniq 6
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (54 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: sales reps
Choose the
Mazda 6e
if…
- ✓ you want to save $15,510 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: mazda loyalists
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.