The 2026 Mazda CX-6e electric SUV has been confirmed for Australian launch in 2026.
The local news comes just days after the CX-6e launched in Europe at the Brussels motor show, where right-hand drive production was also confirmed.
The CX-6e is named the EZ-60 in China and has been on Mazda Australia’s radar for some time.
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It will be the second China-sourced Mazda EV to come to Australia following on from the 6e sedan that goes on-sale by mid-year.
Both models have been developed in co-operation with Chongqing Changan Automobile Co and share key technical aspects with the Deepal S07 SUV already sold in Australia.
The EZ-60 has already been a surprise hit among Chinese buyers. About 10,000 orders for the mid-size EV, that’s also available as a range-extender hybrid, were taken in its first 48 hours on-sale.
Only the EV will be sold in Europe and it’s expected to be the same story in Australia.
While no details have been furnished locally on spec, for Europe all CX-6e models will come with a 78kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that will provide a range around 480km (WLTP). The maximum DC top-up rate is 165kW.
Mazda says a 10 to 80 per cent refill of the battery takes just 24 minutes.
One single e-motor will be offered that produces 190kW and drives the rear wheels, with 0-100km/h taking 7.9 seconds.
In the metal, the CX-6e measures 4850mm long, 1935mm wide and stands 1670mm tall, making it around 100mm longer, 43mm narrower and 59mm taller than the Tesla Model Y that has dominated EV sales Down Under.
While the Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive has more power (220kW), Mazda says its latest EV will have the edge over its rivals when it comes to the way they drive, thanks to a specific European chassis tune honed by its Mazda R&D team in Germany.
Brake feel and refinement is claimed to either match or exceed the best premium rivals in the class.
Three driving modes will be offered: Normal, Sport and Individual, while all models come with a multi-link rear suspension set-up designed to bring the best blend of agility and ride.
Range-topping models in Europe come with drag-reducing side view cameras in lieu of mirrors, plus a digital rear-view mirror.
All models come with LED lighting that includes an ultra-thin rear strip that is placed above MAZDA lettering.
Within, like the Chinese-spec EZ-60, the CX-6e boasts a jaw-dropping 26-inch single screen that incorporates a 5K display.
The centrally mounted display replaces a traditional instrument cluster, but every model offered comes with a standard head-up display to compensate for the lack of a panel ahead of the driver.
The new screen offers zero physical buttons but has been designed to work with voice, touch and gesture control and operates with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
It can be combined with a 23-speaker 1280W sound system that places speakers within the headrests, allowing passengers to listen to different music.
While boot space is limited to 468 litres, the Mazda does have an 80-litre frunk.
In Europe just two trim levels will be offered: Takumi and Takumi Plus. All models are confirmed to come with ventilated heated seats, a panoramic sunroof, electric tailgate, 256-colour ambient lighting, keyless entry and that massive 26-inch touchscreen.
Pricing has yet to be confirmed, but it’s been tipped that the Mazda CX-6e will be priced from the equivalent of $60,000 plus on-roads when it goes on sale in markets like the UK later this year.
If the Mazda 6e sedan is any guide – it is expected to start between $50,000 and $55,000 – then expect sharp CX-6e pricing locally as well.
