Honda Accord vs Mazda CX-6e

The Honda Accord starts from $57,900 before on-road costs, while the Mazda CX-6e opens at $59,106. That makes the Honda Accord the more affordable entry point by $1,206.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $63,690 and $65,017 respectively.

The Mazda CX-6e qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Honda Accord, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Honda Accord and Mazda CX-6e hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Honda Accord packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Mazda CX-6e.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Honda Accord and 9 in the Mazda CX-6e.

The Honda Accord features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the Mazda CX-6e gets a 26.5-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda Accord stands out with Bose audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Mazda CX-6e. The Mazda CX-6e counters with panoramic roof and ventilated seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Honda Accord uses a Hybrid producing 135kW and 315Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.8 seconds.

The Mazda CX-6e responds with a Electric making 190kW and 290Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels.

The Mazda CX-6e has the clear power advantage at 190kW vs 135kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Honda Accord measures 4,975mm long on a 2,830mm wheelbase, 125mm longer than the Mazda CX-6e at 4,850mm (2,902mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda CX-6e generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 473L in the Honda Accord and 468L in the Mazda CX-6e, giving the Honda Accord a 5L advantage.

For towing, the Mazda CX-6e leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda Accord) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-6e). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda Accord)—.