Mazda’s EZ-60, a midsize SUV unveiled alongside Changan, begins at $16,800 for the range-extended hybrid. It’s available in both pure electric and range-extended hybrid versions, and already making waves in China. It will arrive in Europe as the CX-6e in 2026. However, North America is still a question mark, which is unfortunate because this SUV has the potential to shake things up.
Mazda always goes for elegant lines and the EZ-60 is no exception. It’s about the same size as a Tesla Model Y, 4,850mm long, 1,935mm wide, 1,620mm tall with a 2,902mm wheelbase for a spacious interior. The bodywork reflects Mazda’s “Soul of Motion” philosophy with a big front grille, slim LED headlights and a full-width light bar that gives it a modern, almost futuristic look.
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Once inside, the EZ-60 feels like a step into the future. A massive 26.5-inch 5K display dominates the dashboard, acting as both the driver’s information hub and passenger screen. It’s the largest, thinnest and narrowest framed display in its class and it takes over the cockpit with its sleek, minimalist design. A 50-inch augmented reality head-up display shows critical information onto the windshield, with a 100-inch 3D version available for those who want a more immersive experience. Cameras replace traditional side mirrors, making the car look more futuristic than a budget SUV.
The fully electric version has a 77.94 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery that powers a 255-horsepower rear motor. Under China’s CLTC cycle it gets 373 miles, but real world range will be closer to 300 miles under EPA. The range-extended hybrid, priced at $16,800, has a smaller 31.73 kWh battery and a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that only serves as a generator. This setup gives 200 miles of electric only range and over 620 miles of total range, perfect for long road trips or sparse charging infrastructure. Both models rear wheel drive, so the EZ-60 feels dynamic like a Mazda.
The range-extended hybrid comes in three trims: Base ($16,800), Pro ($18,200) and Max ($19,500). The pure electric mirrors these with the Base at $19,600, Pro at $21,000 and Max at $22,600. Even the top trim feels like a bargain compared to most electric SUVs in the US where prices are over $40,000. Mazda hasn’t released charging specs yet but the platform is similar to the EZ-6 sedan so the smaller battery should charge at around 165 kW and take 10-80% in 30 minutes. The larger battery may be slower, around 45 minutes, but that’s still reasonable for the price.
The EZ-60 remains competitive thanks to its safety and driver assistance features. Multiple cameras and radar sensors enable Level 2 capabilities like adaptive cruise control, active lane assist and navigation based aids that work in both urban and highway environments. This isn’t just tech for tech’s sake, it’s useful making daily commutes or long drives less stressful. The SUV weighs around 2 tons and rear wheel drive should be nimble for a car of this size. Mazda’s focus on driving dynamics shines through even in an electric SUV for the masses.
