The Mazda CX-60 PHEV 2.5 e-SKYACTIV Exclusive-Line is a plug-in hybrid mid-sized SUV that aims for the premium segment. It combines a 2.5-litre petrol engine with an electric motor for a total output of 327 ps (322 bhp), making it the most powerful road car Mazda has produced.
Key features
Powertrain: The e-SKYACTIV PHEV system uses a 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine paired with a 100 kW electric motor and a 17.8 kWh battery. It is combined with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Performance:
0–62 mph: 5.8 seconds.
Top Speed: 124 mph.
Combined torque: 500 Nm.
Efficiency:
Electric-only range: Up to 39 miles (WLTP).
Official fuel economy: 201.8 mpg (WLTP). However, real-world mileage is dependent on regular charging for short journeys.
CO₂ emissions: 32-33 g/km (WLTP).
Exclusive-Line trim: As the entry-level trim, it is still very well-equipped.
Interior: Includes black leather seats with heating for the front seats, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, and dual-zone climate control.
Technology: Features a 12.3-inch infotainment display, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, a head-up display, front and rear parking sensors, and a reversing camera.
Safety:
Euro NCAP rating: Five-star safety rating.
Standard equipment: Includes Blind Spot Monitoring and Hill Descent Control.
The Mazda CX-60 PHEV is a competitively priced and generously equipped SUV with an upmarket feel that challenges premium rivals. It offers strong performance and a practical interior, especially for a plug-in hybrid, but some drivers may be put off by the firm ride and unrefined powertrain. Regular charging is essential to take full advantage of its potential fuel economy
