Brussels, Belgium – Mazda has expanded its electric vehicle lineup with the introduction of the CX-6e SUV at the Brussels Motor Show over the weekend. The model follows last year’s launch of the 6e sedan, marking the Japanese automaker’s second Chinese-made electric vehicle for export markets.
Built in partnership with Changan, the CX-6e is based on the Deepal S07 platform, which is already sold in South Africa under the Changan brand. The SUV measures 4 850 mm long, 1 935 mm wide, and 1 620 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2 902 mm. Boot space ranges from 468 litres with the rear seats up to 1 434 litres when folded.
The five-seat CX-6e comes with rear-wheel drive powered by a 78-kWh battery and a single rear-mounted motor delivering 190 kW and 290 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 185 km/h. Mazda claims a range of 483 km, with a DC fast charge from 10-80% taking 24 minutes, while an 11 kW on-board charger is standard. 
CX-6e rides on the same platform as the Deepal S07. Image: Mazda
Inside, the CX-6e features a 26.4-inch infotainment display stretching across the dashboard, eliminating the conventional instrument cluster. Additional futuristic touches include door-mounted displays replacing side mirrors, an augmented reality Head-Up Display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 23-speaker sound system.
Mazda plans to launch the CX-6e in Europe in June. While the SUV is not yet confirmed for South Africa, its sibling, the 6e sedan, is expected to debut in the local market, raising the possibility that the CX-6e could follow.
