Unveiled in recent weeks, the new Mazda 6e made its first public appearance—not just for the press—at the eCar Expo 2025 in Oslo, an event dedicated exclusively to electric cars, open to visitors until February 9, 2025.
This model brings back Mazda’s flagship sedan in an electric version, aiming to compete with the Tesla Model 3 by offering more design, higher quality, and an attractive price. The car will be available starting in summer 2025.
New Mazda 6e: a stylish touch
It’s true—the new Mazda 6e has Chinese origins. It was developed in collaboration with Changan Auto and shares many elements with the Deepal SL03.
However, Mazda’s design influence and the signature Kodo Design philosophy are evident: the car looks more refined, well-proportioned, and harmonious. Once again, the Soul Crystal Red paint adds a touch of elegance.
The car retains the dimensions of the previous Mazda 6 but adopts a more practical shape. Despite having an elongated hood, it takes on a fastback-like profile with a relatively high roofline and a short rear end. This ensures more headroom for rear passengers and a spacious trunk.
Inside, the Deepal influence is more noticeable. The layout differs from other Mazda models, featuring a floating touchscreen display instead of the traditional rotary controller on the center console. However, the high-quality upholstery and cabin materials remain.
Performance
If the Mazda MX-30 struggled to gain traction, the company is taking things more seriously with the 6e.
Launched nearly fully equipped from the start, the Mazda 6e comes in two versions. The first, e-SkyActiv EV, features a rear-mounted electric motor producing 258 hp, paired with a 68.8 kWh battery. This setup delivers 479 km of WLTP range and a top speed of 170 km/h. DC fast charging supports up to 200 kW, allowing a 10-80% charge in 22 minutes.
The Long Range version reduces power slightly to 244 hp, still with a rear-mounted motor, but upgrades to an 80 kWh battery. This extends the range to 552 km, though curiously, fast charging speed drops to just 95 kW. Mazda explains this is due to differences in battery chemistry, resulting in a 10-80% charge time of 45 minutes—double that of the standard model.
