Mazda EZ‑60 – Mazda is making a bold foray into the global electric SUV market with its new EZ‑60, a sophisticated mid‑size crossover developed in China by Changan Mazda. The vehicle, known in Europe as the CX‑6e, combines cutting‑edge technology, compelling design, and flexible powertrain options to position itself as a strong competitor to models like the Tesla Model Y. After launching at the Shanghai Auto Show in April, it’s now achieved a remarkable milestone of over 33,000 pre‑orders in China and is preparing for a European launch in September 2025 .
Built on Changan’s EPA1 platform, shared with the Deepal S07 crossover, the EZ‑60 comes in two main variants. The fully electric (BEV) version offers rear‑wheel drive with either a 68.8 kWh LFP battery delivering approximately 520 km in Chinese CLTC range or a larger 79.97 kWh NMC battery pushing the limit to around 620 km . With a single rear-mounted electric motor producing roughly 190 kW (255 hp), it targets efficiency and performance on par with market-leading EVs .
To appeal to buyers with range anxiety, Mazda is also releasing a range‑extended version (EREV). This model uses the same electric motor paired with a compact 1.5‑liter gasoline generator that charges a 31.7 kWh battery. It delivers around 160 km of pure electric range and an extraordinary total driving range exceeding 1,200 km . In China, both versions are available, while Europe will likely only see the BEV iteration, aligning with stricter regulations and consumer expectations .
Interior technology is where the EZ‑60 truly shines. It features a massive 26.45‑inch 5K panoramic touchscreen that seamlessly integrates infotainment, navigation, and climate control functions. A standout head-up display uses naked-eye 3D projection with eye‑tracking to deliver real-time driving data directly into the driver’s line of sight. The SUV also offers optional Dolby Atmos 23‑speaker audio, configurable ambient lighting, full-width LED lighting in the cabin, and minimal physical controls, for a truly modern user interface .
Mazda has applied its refined «Kodo» design language with sleek modern touches: a closed-off front fascia with illuminated accents, flush door handles, camera-based side mirrors, and aerodynamic enhancements like nine‑channel airflow management—claimed to reduce drag and cut cabin noise by 60.8 units, while generating rear downforce at high speeds . Structurally, the vehicle relies on 86.5 percent high‑strength steel chassis with nine airbags standard, meeting China’s 2026 EV battery safety rules .
Safety and driver assistance have not been overlooked. Equipped with L2-level ADAS using multiple radar, camera, and ultrasonic sensors, the EZ‑60 provides robust automatic emergency braking and assisted driving features capable of reacting up to 80 km/h . These systems align the SUV with modern safety expectations.
The demand in China has exceeded expectations. During pre-sales, the EZ‑60 crossed 20,000 orders in mere weeks—making it the fastest new-energy SUV from a joint venture in China to reach that milestone—with current figures surpassing 33,000 . Sales are expected to start in September after the September debut, and Europe will follow with shipments to Belgium already underway for the sedan sibling, the 6e aka EZ‑6. The SUV version, branded CX‑6e, will enter European showrooms later in the fall .
Though Mazda will not bring the CX‑6e to North America, the announcement signals its ambitions to use China’s advanced EV ecosystem to leapfrog into global markets. The English‑built CX‑6e will compete directly with Tesla Model Y, Volkswagen ID.5, Nissan Ariya, and others, offering solid WLTP-range projections (483–555 km) and ultra-fast 200 kW charging capabilities .
Looking ahead, Mazda is preparing a next-generation global EV platform distinct from its Chinese-built vehicles, scheduled around 2027, indicating a multi-pronged approach to electrification . For now, the EZ‑60/CX‑6e marks a bold stride into electrification, blending Chinese engineering, Mazda’s design DNA, and a strategic vision aimed at EV leadership.
