Mazda EZ-6

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Mazda EZ-6
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Mazda EZ-6 EV
Overview
Manufacturer Mazda (Changan Mazda)
Model code J90A (development code)
Also calledMazda 6e (Europe)
Production2024–present
AssemblyChina: 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
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor AC induction/asynchronous, permanent magnet motors
Hybrid drivetrain Range extender
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,900 mm (114.2 in)
Length4,921 mm (193.7 in)
Width1,890 mm (74.4 in)
Height1,485 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]

Contents

Overview

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]

Market

China

The EZ-6 went on sale in China in October 2024. [9]

Europe

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]

Powertrain

Battery electric

TypeBatteryLayout Electric motor PowerTorqueRange (claimed)Calendar years
CLTC WLTP
480 km56.1 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/A2024–present
600 km68.8 kWh CATL-Changan LFP 600 km (373 mi)478 km (297 mi)2024–present
Long Range80 kWh NMC lithium-ion180 kW (241 hp; 245 PS)N/A552 km (343 mi)2025–present (Europe)
References: [12] [13]

Range extender electric

TypeEngineBatteryLayout Electric motor Electric range (claimed)Calendar years
Displ.PowerTypePowerTorque CLTC WLTP
130 kmJL473QJ1,480 cc (1.5 L) I470 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 km28.4 kWh CALB LFP200 km (124 mi)160 km (99 mi)2024–present
References: [12]

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