Mazda’s first rival for the top-selling Tesla Model Y is arriving here in September 2026, wearing a sharp price tag.
The 2026 Mazda CX-6e lineup will open at $53,990 before on-road costs, undercutting the base Model Y by $4910, the base BYD Sealion 7 by $1000, and the base Zeekr 7X by $3910.
Mazda is also giving the first 1000 customers who pre-order an entry-level CX-6e GT a free upgrade to the flagship Azami, worth $3000.
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Like the related Mazda 6e liftback, the mid-size electric SUV was developed and built by the Changan Mazda joint venture in China.
The two Mazdas are related to the S07 sold here under Changan’s Deepal brand, but benefit from being available through Mazda’s much wider dealership network.
While an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) version of the CX-6e is available in China, Mazda has ruled out offering this here.
Pricing
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| 2026 Mazda CX-6e GT | $53,990 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-6e Azami | $56,990 |
Drivetrains and Efficiency
The Mazda CX-6e is available only with a single-motor rear-wheel drive electric powertrain.
| Specifications | Mazda CX-6e |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Single electric motor |
| Battery | 77.94kWh lithium iron phosphate |
| Power | 190kW |
| Torque | 290Nm |
| Drive type | Rear-wheel drive |
| Kerb weight | 2155kg |
| Energy consumption (claimed) | 18.9kWh/100km – GT 19.4kWh/100km – Azami |
| Claimed range (WLTP) | 484km – GT 468km – Azami |
| Maximum AC charge rate | 11kW |
| Maximum DC charge rate | 194kW |
| Braked towing capacity | 1500kg |
Dimensions
The Mazda CX-6e is 58mm longer, 41mm narrower and 4mm lower than the Tesla Model Y.
| Dimensions | Mazda CX-6e |
|---|---|
| Length | 4850mm |
| Width | 1935mm – excl. mirrors 2088mm – incl. mirrors |
| Height | 1620mm |
| Wheelbase | 2902mm |
| Ground clearance | 160mm |
| Cargo capacity | 363L – to seatback, incl. under-floor storage 956L – rear seats folded 1434L – rear seats folded, to ceiling 83L – under bonnet |
Servicing and Warranty
Mazda backs its vehicles with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty.
Service pricing and battery warranty coverage have yet to be announced.
Safety
The Mazda CX-6e has yet to be assessed by safety authorities Euro NCAP and ANCAP.
Standard safety equipment includes:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Cruising & Traffic Support
- Driver attention monitoring
- Lane-keep assist
- Rear cross-traffic assist
- Safe exit warning
- Surround-view camera with see-through view
- Traffic sign recognition
- Front and rear parking sensors
- 9 airbags
Standard Equipment
The CX-6e is available in two variants.
The GT comes standard with the following equipment:
- 19-inch alloy wheels in 235/55 R19 tyres
- Tyre repair kit
- Automatic LED headlights
- Automatic high-beam
- Heated, power-folding exterior mirrors with memory
- Hands-free power tailgate
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Proximity entry and start
- Panoramic glass roof with electric sunshade
- Advanced keyless entry
- 50-inch head-up display
- 26.45-inch central touchscreen display
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Satellite navigation
- DAB+ digital radio
- 23-speaker sound system
- Wireless phone charger
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Leatherette upholstery
- 8-way power driver’s seat
- 4-way power passenger seat
- Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel
- Heated steering wheel
- 3-zone climate control with rear controls
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- 256-colour ambient lighting
- 1 x front USB-A outlet
- 1 x front USB-C outlet
- 1 x rear USB-C outlet
The Azami adds:
- 21-inch alloy wheels in 255/40 R21 tyres
- Digital rear-view mirror
- Digital exterior mirrors
Both variants will also support Mazda EV Bluetooth key and smartphone app functionality, which allows remote operation of the vehicle’s climate control, locks and windows, while also offering remote vehicle tracking.
Colours
A black interior is standard on the GT and Azami, with a Warm Beige interior a $1000 option on both.
The following exterior paint finishes are no-cost options:
- Jet Black Mica
- Aero Grey Metallic
- Crystal White Pearl Mica
- Air Stream Blue Metallic
The following finishes cost an additional $995:
- Machine Grey Metallic
- Nightfall Violet Mica
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
All exterior paint colours come with a Jet Black Mica roof.