Mazda Confirms CX-6e for Australia in Q3 2026 With Mid-$50k Target

The China-developed EV will arrive as a single-motor rear-drive model tailored for local tuning.

Overview

Mazda Australia, which on Monday confirmed a Q3 2026 launch window, set a mid-$50,000 starting target and locked in a 78 kWh LFP battery with a 190 kW rear-drive motor claiming more than 450 km WLTP range.
The company says a DC fast charge from 30 to 80 percent should take about 15 minutes, with European specs pointing to roughly 195 kW peak DC and 11 kW AC capability.
Slim camera-based side mirrors are under consideration for the flagship grade, while at least two well-specified trims are planned for Australia.
Mazda ruled out range‑extender hybrids and dual‑motor all‑wheel drive variants for Australia, keeping the focus on single‑motor battery‑electric models.
Built in China by the Changan Mazda joint venture on Deepal’s S07 EV platform, the CX-6e is undergoing Australia‑specific software and chassis tuning with evaluation cars on local roads.