Mazda EZ-6 | |
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![]() Mazda EZ-6 EV | |
Overview | |
Manufacturer | Mazda (Changan Mazda) |
Model code | J90A (development code) |
Also called | Mazda 6e (Europe) |
Production | 2024–present |
Assembly | China: Nanjing, Jiangsu (Changan Mazda) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Mid-size car (D) |
Body style | 5-door liftback |
Layout | Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive (EV) Front-engine, rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive (EREV) |
Platform | Changan EPA1 platform |
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Powertrain | |
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Electric motor | AC induction/asynchronous, permanent magnet motors |
Hybrid drivetrain | Range extender |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,900 mm (114.2 in) |
Length | 4,921 mm (193.7 in) |
Width | 1,890 mm (74.4 in) |
Height | 1,485 mm (58.5 in) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Mazda6 |
The Mazda EZ-6 is a mid-size car (D-segment) produced by Mazda through its joint venture, Changan Mazda in China since 2024. Available with a pure battery electric powertrain or as an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV), the EZ-6 is co-developed with Changan Automobile, and uses the same EPA platform used by the Deepal L07 liftback. The EZ-6 will also be available in the European market as the Mazda 6e. [1] [2]
The EZ-6 was introduced at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2024. [3] It will go on sale in mid-2024 with an option of battery electric powertrain and extended-range EV (EREV). [4] [5] [6] The battery electric model has an estimated electric range of 600 km (373 mi) under CLTC standards. It is claimed to have a 50-50 weight distribution. [7]
The EZ-6 is equipped with a 14.6-inch central screen, powered with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip to integrate the control of air conditioning, seats, entertainment and other functions. It is also equipped with a 14-speaker Sony sound system, 64-color ambient lighting, front "zero-gravity" seats, a 50-inch AR head-up display (AR-HUD), and a glass roof. [8]
The EZ-6 went on sale in China in October 2024. [9]
The vehicle was introduced in Europe at the Brussels Motor Show on 10 January 2025 as the Mazda 6e. It will go on sale in mid-2025. Only the battery electric (BEV) version is offered. For the European market, a larger 80 kWh battery (not available in China) is available as an option. [10] [11]
Type | Battery | Layout | Electric motor | Power | Torque | Range (claimed) | Calendar years | |
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CLTC | WLTP | |||||||
480 km | 56.1 kWh CATL-Changan LFP | RWD | PMSM | 190 kW (255 hp; 258 PS) | 320 N⋅m (32.6 kg⋅m; 236 lb⋅ft) | 480 km (298 mi) | N/A | 2024–present |
600 km | 68.8 kWh CATL-Changan LFP | 600 km (373 mi) | 478 km (297 mi) | 2024–present | ||||
Long Range | 80 kWh NMC lithium-ion | 180 kW (241 hp; 245 PS) | N/A | 552 km (343 mi) | 2025–present (Europe) | |||
References: [12] [13] |
Type | Engine | Battery | Layout | Electric motor | Electric range (claimed) | Calendar years | ||||
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Displ. | Power | Type | Power | Torque | CLTC | WLTP | ||||
130 km | JL473QJ1,480 cc (1.5 L) I4 | 70 kW (94 hp; 95 PS) | 18.9 kWh CALB LFP | RWD | PMSM | 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) | 320 N⋅m (32.6 kg⋅m; 236 lb⋅ft) | 130 km (81 mi) | 105 km (65 mi) | 2024–present |
200 km | 28.4 kWh CALB LFP | 200 km (124 mi) | 160 km (99 mi) | 2024–present | ||||||
References: [12] |
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