Mazda’s EZ-60 Electric SUV Hits Chinese Market with Record Pre-Orders
Mazda has announced that its new electric SUV, the EZ-60, has arrived at dealerships across China after garnering over 20,000 pre-orders in just two weeks. The EZ-60 is Mazda’s first electric SUV from its joint venture with Changan Auto and is the second dedicated Mazda EV to be launched in China.
Key Features of the Mazda EZ-60
The EZ-60 is comparable in size to the Tesla Model Y, measuring 4,850 mm in length, 1,935 mm in width, and 1,620 mm in height. It is based on Changan’s hybrid platform and utilizes a CATL LFP battery, offering a CLTC range of up to 600 km (372 miles). The vehicle is also available with a 1.5L gasoline engine, extending the combined range to over 1,300 km.
The EZ-60 boasts several innovative features, including:
- A 100″ naked-eye 3D head-up display (HUD)
- Advanced voice recognition
- Enhanced safety systems
Market Launch and Availability
To attract potential buyers, Mazda has introduced a deposit program. Customers can secure their vehicle with an initial 10 yuan deposit, which grows by 10 yuan daily with an “expansion code.” Test drives are expected to commence in July, with the first deliveries scheduled for August.
While the EZ-60 is being launched in China, it will be sold globally under the name CX-6e, starting next year. In European markets, the electric sedan version will be known as the Mazda 6e, available with two battery pack options: 68.8 kWh and 80 kWh, offering WLTP driving ranges of 479 km (300 miles) and 552 km (343 miles), respectively.
More details on the global version, including final specifications and pricing, will be revealed closer to the launch date.
