What we mean by “outperform”
“Outperform” can cover many dimensions:
- Acceleration / power / top speed
- Driving dynamics / handling / chassis feel
- Electric range / efficiency / charging capability
- Practicality / value / cost / features
- Fit for purpose (comfort, brand, style, etc.)
We’ll compare the two cars across these areas.
Key specification comparison
Mazda 6e
- Battery: nominal ~ 68.8 kWh (usable ~66 kWh) for the standard version.
- Drive layout: Rear-wheel drive (single motor) in Europe.
- Power: ~190 kW (~258 PS) / Torque ~320 Nm. From EV-Database.
- 0-100 km/h: ~7.6 seconds (standard version).
- Top speed: ~175 km/h.
- Realistic range: ~325 km (cold), up to ~445 km mild weather (per EV-Database) for the 68.8 kWh version.
- Weight: ~1,952 kg for 68.8 kWh version.
- Charging: DC charging up to ~165 kW (10-80% in ~24 minutes) for European spec.
Tesla Model 3 (Europe spec)
- Performance variant: 0-100 km/h in ~3.2-3.4 seconds (depending on spec) for Performance version.
- Power: For older spec ~377 kW (513 hp) / ~660 Nm torque (depending on generation) per some sources.
- Range (WLTP): e.g., Performance version ~528 km (Europe) for the 2025/2026 spec.
- Weight: ~1,824-1,851 kg for European spec Performance.
- Charging / ecosystem: Very strong Supercharger network (for Tesla), rapid DC charging capabilities, etc.
- Top speed: ~261 km/h for some versions.
Does Mazda 6e outperform Model 3? — The verdict per dimension
Acceleration / power / top speed
Here the Model 3 has a clear advantage:
- Mazda 6e: 0-100 km/h ~7.6 s, ~258 PS, RWD.
- Tesla Model 3 (Performance or high-spec): 0-100 km/h ~3.2-3.4 s, significantly more power/torque.
Thus if your definition of “performance” is “who is faster or more powerful?”, the Model 3 wins decisively.
Range / efficiency / charging
- Mazda 6e offers decent range (~325-445 km depending on conditions) but with a smaller battery (~68.8 kWh) and somewhat modest charging power.
- Tesla Model 3 has very strong range and charging ecosystem.
Therefore in this category the Model 3 also outperforms the Mazda.
Driving feel / handling / ride
Here things are less clear and more subjective:
- Mazda has a reputation for refined ride and good build-quality; the 6e is placed as a more premium, driver-oriented sedan/hatch.
- Model 3 offers sporty performance, instant torque, and dynamic capabilities, but may compromise a little on ride comfort in Performance variants.
If you value comfort and luxury feel, the Mazda 6e may appeal more; if you value raw thrust and sporty dynamics, Model 3 wins.
Practicality / value / choice
- The Mazda 6e may offer premium materials, a distinctive design, perhaps more exclusivity, and may be more affordable depending on market/promotions.
- However, Model 3 has broader infrastructure support, resale value, service network, and strong brand cachet in EV domain.
So depending on your priorities (comfort, exclusivity vs performance/infrastructure) the Mazda may have advantages in “value” for certain usage.
Overall conclusion
Does the Mazda 6e outperform the Model 3?
- No, if by “outperform” you mean raw acceleration, power, range, or charging.
- Maybe, if you mean “perform better for my specific needs” meaning comfort, styling, exclusivity, or if you prefer a single-motor RWD EV with sufficient performance but not ultra-sport.
In general, for the majority of buyers looking for “top EV performance,” the Model 3 remains the benchmark and is superior in the performance & tech metrics.
Caveats & things to check
- The Mazda 6e is fairly new in Europe, so long-term data (reliability, resale) is less established.
- The Model 3 comes in multiple trims (Standard, Long Range, Performance) so your specific spec comparison matters.
- Cost, incentives, charging infrastructure in your region (Hungary/EU) will affect practical “performance” (e.g., how fast you can charge, how far you go daily).
- “Performance” doesn’t always equal “better overall” — comfort, cost, materials, service, brand, etc., all matter.
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