As we usually say, Mazda it is a car manufacturer that contravenes almost any rule stipulated by the market. Those from Hiroshima have to their credit some crazy and contrary to trends creations. The Mazda CX-60 It is not its largest SUV for sale, but it is the largest available on the European market. A D-SUV that tries to stand up to the most recognized models on the market with an interesting price-product ratio, providing quality and comfort typical of premium brands.
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Test Mazda CX-60 diesel 3.3 e-Skyactiv D (on video)Test Mazda CX-60 plug-in hybrid 327 hp (with video)As for the CX-60, from its name it is clear that it is the largest SUV of the house in the old continent, surpassing its little brothers, the Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3 y Mazda CX-30. Like the latter, it adopts a slightly different name from the traditional one among the SUV family. Its introduction on the market takes place at the beginning of March 2022. Its development is thought for its European commercialization, conditioning the mechanics, the design and the quality of the finishes.
Technical characteristics of the Mazda CX-60
For the development of the CX-60, Mazda has used many elements that were already available in the family. Based on the latest generation KODO design, Beneath the attractive body of the family SUV is the SkyActiv Multi Solution Scalable Architecture platform.. It is the first model to use it thanks to its wide variety of available mechanics. In this case, the Japanese have adapted the structure for a larger size.
Due to its dimensions, the Mazda CX-60 fits perfectly into the D-SUV segment of the European market. A highly requested market due to the high number of sales and existing rivals. Outwardly it reaches 4,74 meters long, 1,89 meters wide and 1,68 meters high. To these dimensions must be added a wheelbase of 2,87 metersyes A battle generous enough to approve a cabin for a maximum of five passengers.
Without the possibility of mounting two additional seats in the trunk, the second row shows a generous space for three adults to travel in it, although the introduction of two child seats will limit the gap in the central seat where the presence of a bulky tunnel of transmission. Regarding load capacity, the Mazda CX-60 announces a trunk volume of at least 570 liters, a figure that can grow to 1.726 liters if the rear bench is completely lowered.
Mechanical range and gearboxes of the Mazda CX-60
Breaking any unwritten rule in the industry, Mazda has always opted to offer optimal performance mechanical ranges, more focused on achieving low consumption than on homologating advantageous labels. The CX-60 is the company's first plug-in hybrid in Europe, although this is not the only mechanical variant available. The offer includes rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive versions with automatic gearboxes in all units.
The mechanical portfolio is made up of diesel, gasoline and plug-in hybrid systems. Despite the trend to downsize motors, the supply of diesel and gasoline blocks remains anchored in the in-line six-cylinder block. On the one hand we find the three-liter e-Skyactiv G block with MHEV system, and on the other the block e-Skyactiv D with a displacement of 3.3 liters and the same system Mild-Hybrid that manages to homologate the ECO label of the DGT and two different powers: 200 and 254 horses.
In a higher efficiency format, the CX-60 PHEV. It consists of a 2.488 cubic centimeter four-cylinder petrol block that is associated with a 136-horsepower electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 17,8 kWh and a nominal voltage of 355 volts. Thanks to the whole set Maximum power output is 328 horsepower with 500 Nm of torque. Mazda approves an electric range of 63 kilometers with a consumption of just 1.5 liters per 100 kilometers traveled.
Equipment of the Mazda CX-60
The Japanese from Hiroshima have always wanted to settle somewhere in the middle of the market. Although many consider them as a general brand due to their prices, the quality of their finishes has nothing to detract from the premium category models. From doors to inside the Mazda CX-60 offers a cabin very similar to that of other units of the firm, although being the flagship of the house the quality of the materials is better, thanks to leather and wood finishes.
As usual, Mazda distributes the equipment in different finishing lines. A ladder of versions that lower to higher endowment we find: Prime-Line, Exclusive-Line, Homura and Takumi. Some of these finishes are rare and particular to the Mazda CX-60. The main differences between them focus on the technological, although there are also alterations at the aesthetic level. Personalization is limited, focusing on eight body hues and a few interior trim and upholstery tweaks.
As far as equipment is concerned, The Mazda CX-60 does not show an aspect as advanced as other models on the market, however, it is committed to offering many state-of-the-art embedded systems. The Full LED headlights, browser, wireless connectivity systems, sunroof, electric and heated seats, 360-degree parking cameras, ambient lighting and the most complete safety equipment and driving assistants in the house stand out.
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The Mazda CX-60 according to Euro NCAP
Mazda, as the good Japanese brand that it is, always has special concern for the safety of its vehicles. In autumn 2022, Euro NCAP evaluates the safety of the Mazda CX-60, certifying it as a five-star car, one of the best in its category. The results by sections are as follows: 88 out of 100 in adult passenger protection, 91 out of 100 in child passenger protection, 89 out of 100 in pedestrian vulnerability and 76 out of 100 in driving assistants and ADAS systems.
Rivals of the Mazda CX-60
The D-SUV segment has positioned itself as one of the most important in terms of sales volume, displacing traditional niches such as sedans. The offer of rivals of the Mazda CX-60 is found in two groups: general models and premium models. Being able to attack both segments, the most direct opponents are: Mercedes GLC, BMW X3, Jaguar F‑PACE, Volvo XC60, Lexus NX, Listen Q5, Hyundai Santa Fe, KIA Sorrento, SEAT Tarraco, Peugeot 5008 y Skoda Kodiaq, among others. All of them similar in size, although with clear differences in price and performance factors.
Highlight
- Quality
- Interior space
- mechanical range
To improve
- High price
- Few customization options
- media system
Mazda CX-60 prices
When establishing sales prices, Mazda is committed to offering very contained quantities. The only published figures correspond to the plug-in hybrid model, which will be the first to reach the markets in the spring of 2022. The starting price of the Mazda CX-60 is 48.719 euros, without offers or promotions. That amount refers to the diesel model with Prime-Line finish. The most expensive of all, at the moment, is the CX-60 Takumi PHEV with 328 horses, which is offered from a minimum figure of 61.868 euros, without offers or promotions.
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