Following on from the launch of the all-new Mazda 6e, and the warm reception it got from the automotive press, the all-new CX-6e hopes to capitalise on that success with the launch of their latest electric car.

The Mazda CX-6e was originally unveiled at the start of the year, but now we get all the details about prices, trims, specification and range.

Trims and Prices

The CX-6e will arrive in two trims; the £42,990 Takumi and £45,350 Takumi Plus, which is a £4,000 and £5,350 premium respectively over the excellent Mazda 6e large family hatchback.

Takumi models will come with 19-inch wheels as standard and, for an extra £1,000, those can be upgraded to 21-inch wheels.

However, the Takumi Plus gets those 21-inch wheels as standard, plus it also gets digital rear-view and side cameras, translucent interior styling bar with ambient lighting, heated outer rear seats and ventilated outer rear seat bases, plus additional controls on the rear function touchscreen to control these.

Battery, Charging and Range

The CX-6e has the same 78kWh Lithium-Ion Phosphate (LFP) battery as the 6e, which also powers a rear motor.

WLTP range is said to be up to 300 miles and rapid DC charging is rated at a maximum of 200kW, which results in a 10-80% charge time of just 24 minutes - a very respectable number.

The onboard AC charger can accommodate 11 kW three-phase AC charging via a Type 2 connector, but most homes will only provide 7 kW from a single-phase supply.

Performance

There’s a very usable 258 PS and 290 Nm available, and although that’s not enough to be a hooligan in such a large car, the CX-6e manages a respectable 0-60 mph dash in 7.9 seconds, with top speed limited to 115 mph.

Mazda says that it’s CX-6e has been “developed through global collaboration, the all-new CX-6e delivers Mazda’s signature Jinba Ittai driving experience with pure electric confidence.”
I don’t know what that means, but from my experience of driving Mazda’s, it should have a distinctive “Mazdary” feel to how it drives, which is a positive.

Inside

Mazda appear to be focusing on premium quality interior materials and a high specification, whilst significantly undercutting the premium brands on price, irrespective of fuel type.

An enormous, panoramic, dual split, centrally mounted 26.45-inch touchscreen dominates the interior, plus there’s voice recognition and a swathe of safety features.

However, a large head-up display means the driver need not take their eyes of the road to receive critical information. There’s also gesture control for certain functions, such as navigation and music which I will personally never use simply because I would never remember the correct gesture. But for those that are more adept at co-ordinating limbs, it could work well.

I would perhaps use Mazda’s voice recognition for natural voice commands rather than flailing my limbs about trying to make the Mazda understand me.

The interior is available in three distinctive colour variations: Stone or Black Maztex in Takumi models, or a two-tone Amethyst and White Maztex in the Takumi Plus.
Note: Maztex is Mazda’s vegan alternative to leather that’s designed to be durable, easy to clean and designed for comfort.

Wireless CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are also standard, plus the all-new CX-6e has its own dedicated smartphone app that has various remote-control functions including Bluetooth® key sharing and battery charge management.

Safety

Both trims have nine airbags and a sensor suite of high-definition cameras, radar and ultrasonic sensors to aid visibility. There’s also driver assistance systems such as Smart Brake Support, Lane Keeping Assist and Blind Spot Monitoring.

There’s even side cameras in lieu of door mirrors on the top trim, that are nicely integrated into the car.

Space and Practicality

The CX-6e has a 2,902 mm wheelbase with short overhangs and that should translate to decent interior space.

Boot space is modest at just 468-litre which extends to 1,434 litres with the rear seats folded down. However, there’s an additional 80 litres of front cargo storage under the bonnet, which is 8 litres more than the 6e, and provides a useful overflow to the boot if travelling with a lot of luggage.

The cabin is supposed to be inspired by the Japanese concept of Ma, the beauty of empty space, and Mazda claims the CX-6e offers generous head, leg and shoulder room for all occupants.

Mazda also states that the new CX-6e has a 1,500 kg braked towing capacity and a 75 kg maximum roof load.

Exterior

It’s certainly a striking shape from the outside, and this helps the CX-6e to stand apart in a very crowded market. I would go as far as saying that it’s quite stylish, and the proportions are hidden well thanks to a very sleek design.

There’s a choice of seven colours that Mazda hope will accentuate “the sculpted and flowing surfaces of the Mazda CX-6e”, with their headline colour called Nightfall Violet -” a deep and glossy tone that shifts between a lustrous purple glow and near-black shadows depending on the light”, so Mazda says, and which is shown in the pictures.

Managing Director, Jeremy Thomson, said: “hot on the heels of the Mazda6e, the CX-6e combines great design, driving enjoyment, and advanced technology and I know how excited our UK dealers are about this cars arrival. With the announcement of such competitive pricing, I’m confident UK customers will be equally excited about this stylish, well-equipped and high technology addition to Mazda’s SUV line-up in the UK. In the competitive electric SUV segment, our new CX-6e will be a compelling proposition. The all-new CX-6e offers the efficiency and performance our customers expect, while supporting Mazda’s broader ambition to reduce CO₂ and expand our electric portfolio. Together with the Mazda6e, it accelerates our electrification strategy and strengthens our Multi-Solution approach.”

On Sale and Warranty

The Mazda CX-6e will arrive in the UK late 2026 and will be covered by Mazda's standard 6 years or 100,000 miles warranty, whichever occurs first. Plus, the traction battery warranty cover is for 8 years or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

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Mazda CX-6e Prices and Specs Announced