Mazda 6e Pricing and Specs Released

Mazda’s 2nd entry into the electric car market represents a new start for the company. The MX-30 that came before it was a small hatchback with unconventionally opening rear doors and a shortage of range. It wasn’t a bad first attempt, but it wasn’t a compelling EV, either.

However, the Mazda 6e is different. The rear doors open correctly for a start, and there is an abundance of range on offer, too. Good job so far Mazda.

But it gets better because it’s also a devilishly handsome looking thing. From its side profile it looks like its moving quickly even at a standstill thanks to its long sloping front end and sharply cut-in rear.
The big cloverleaf style wheels look spectacular, and have been designed for aerodynamic efficiency, and yet despite being built on the Changan EPA1 platform, the 6e retains a very strong sense of Mazdaness. Not bad considering it’s loosely based on the arguably less handsome Changan Deepal S03.

Mazda 6e Speeding at a Standstill

Being built on Chinese architecture isn’t a bad thing, either. The 6e has only one battery option in the U.K., a 78 kWh LFP battery delivering a very usable 348 miles of range from a full charge. And with LFP batteries, that’s exactly what you’ll set off with - a full charge.

DC charging peaks at 195 kW providing a 10-80% rapid charge in just 24 minutes, which is enough time to use the services and relax into the next leg of the journey without having to rush.

Power comes from the rear motor delivering 258ps that can take the 6e to 60 mph in a brisk 7.9 seconds.

Mazda 6e on charge

The Mazda 6e comes in two trim options; the Takumi at a very reasonable £38,995 and the Takumi Plus priced at £39,995.

Arriving in the summer, it hits that sweet spot for mid-sized saloons at under £40,000. However, it’s true value is demonstrated by costing less to buy than an entry level, petrol-powered Volkswagen Passat.

Inside you’ll find a panoramic roof pouring natural light into the cabin. Premium materials have been used throughout with the Takumi Plus receiving sumptuous Nappa leather seats coupled with artificial suede cloth.

There is a 14.6-inch touchscreen and a 10.2-inch driver’s display as well as an augmented reality head-up display. Technology is a key focus here for Mazda and all the bells and whistles can be found packed into the 6e.
Two charging pads are located at the front of the centre console with two cup holders behind.

The dashboard has an understated presence of quality about it, free of clutter, but with plenty of design elements, such as brushed metal effect trims and double stitching along the dashboard, doors, seats and throughout. There is a sense of premiumness about it.

Mazda 6e Interior

However, for such a large car, the boot is rather long, but shallow, with very limited under-boot storage thanks to that rear mounted motor. At 336 litres, it seems a little on the small side for the size of car, but all is not lost as there is an additional 72 litres of storage up front under that long sloping bonnet, providing 408 litres of storage combined.

Due to launch in the summer, there’s plenty to be enthused about. The looks alone are simply stunning and there is a sense of premiumness about the 6e.
But it’s the price which is extremely competitive for this sector, even under-cutting petrol rivals. Mazda could have a hit on their hands here.

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