Mazda 6e vs Tesla Model 3

The Mazda 6e starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Tesla Model 3 opens at $54,900. That makes the Mazda 6e the more affordable entry point by $4,910.

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 $54,989 and $60,390 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Mazda 6e features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the Tesla Model 3 gets a 15.4-inch display.

The Mazda 6e stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, V2L and Sony audio — features our data doesn't list for the Tesla Model 3. The Tesla Model 3 counters with ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Mazda 6e uses a Electric Motor producing 190kW and 290Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout.

The Tesla Model 3 responds with a Electric Motor making 208kW and 340Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.1 seconds.

The Tesla Model 3 has the clear power advantage at 208kW vs 190kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 78kWh (Mazda 6e) vs 60kWh (Tesla Model 3), giving WLTP ranges of 560km and 520km. DC fast charging peaks at 194kW (Mazda 6e) vs 170kW (Tesla Model 3).

The Mazda 6e measures 4,921mm long on a 2,895mm wheelbase, 201mm longer than the Tesla Model 3 at 4,720mm (2,875mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda 6e generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 337L in the Mazda 6e and 682L in the Tesla Model 3, giving the Tesla Model 3 a 345L advantage.

For towing, the Mazda 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 (Mazda 6e) vs 5 years (Tesla Model 3). Both match on warranty length.