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The all-new Mazda CX-6e is a mid-size electric SUV due to arrive in the UK in late 2026, priced from £42,990 as of September 2026. It sits above the Mazda6e in the brand's growing electric line-up and gives Mazda a rear-wheel-drive family SUV to put against the Tesla Model Y, Skoda Enyaq and Kia EV5. This preview covers what has been confirmed so far, including battery and range figures, charging speeds, the two UK trim levels and the equipment fitted to each.
The CX-6e is Mazda's second all-electric model for the UK, following the Mazda6e fastback. It was unveiled at the Brussels Motor Show in January 2026 and reached European showrooms over the summer, with UK deliveries following later in the year.
The car has been developed through Mazda's partnership with Chinese manufacturer Changan and is built on the EPA1 electric platform. In China it is sold under the EZ-60 badge, though only the fully electric version is coming to the UK and Europe. Chassis tuning was carried out by Mazda's research and development team in Germany, with the aim of making the car suit European roads and preserve the Jinba Ittai driving feel the brand builds its cars around.
Two model grades will be offered in the UK. Prices below are correct as of September 2026 and are subject to change.
Both grades are generously equipped. Standard kit across the range includes the 26.45-inch touchscreen, head-up display, panoramic roof, heated and ventilated front seats, powered tailgate, keyless entry, ambient lighting and wireless smartphone mirroring.
The Takumi Plus adds digital rear-view and side cameras in place of conventional mirrors, a translucent interior styling bar with ambient lighting, heated outer rear seats, ventilated outer rear seat bases and a rear function touchscreen so passengers can control them.
Interior trim differs between the two. Takumi models are finished in Stone or Black Maztex, Mazda's vegan alternative to leather, while the Takumi Plus uses a two-tone Amethyst and White Maztex. Seven exterior colours are available, headed by Nightfall Violet, which shifts between a deep purple and near-black depending on the light.
Mazda has confirmed a UK arrival in late 2026, following the European launch earlier in the year. Order books and full local specification details are expected to open ahead of first deliveries, so drivers considering the car can register interest with their local Mazda retailer in the meantime.
Every CX-6e uses a 78kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, giving a WLTP range of up to 300 miles. LFP chemistry is generally more tolerant of being charged to 100 per cent on a regular basis than the nickel-based batteries used in many rivals, which suits drivers who charge at home overnight.
Rapid charging peaks at 200kW, allowing a 10 to 80 per cent top-up in around 24 minutes at a suitably powerful DC charger. For home and workplace charging, the onboard charger supports 11kW three-phase AC charging through a Type 2 connector. Energy consumption is quoted at 18.9–19.4 kWh/100km on the combined cycle.
A single rear-mounted motor produces 258PS and 290Nm of torque, driving the rear wheels through a single-speed transmission. That gives 0–62mph in 7.9 seconds on 19-inch wheels, or 8.1 seconds on the 21-inch alloys, with a top speed of 115mph.
Suspension is by MacPherson struts at the front and a multi-link arrangement at the rear, and three drive modes are offered: Normal, Sport and Individual. Mazda has said particular attention was paid to brake pedal feel and the transition between regenerative and mechanical braking, along with cabin noise and vibration levels.
The CX-6e follows Mazda's Kodo design language but interprets it through a theme the company calls Soulful Futuristic Modern. The result is lower and wider than a conventional family SUV, with a long bonnet, short overhangs and a shallow glasshouse that give it something of a shooting-brake profile. There is no grille, and the rear carries Mazda lettering rather than the winged badge.
At 4,850mm long, 1,935mm wide and 1,620mm tall, with a 2,902mm wheelbase, it is larger in every dimension than the current CX-5. Rear legroom is a particular strength, and the panoramic glass roof helps the cabin feel open.
The boot holds 468 litres, expanding to 1,434 litres with the rear seats folded, and there is an additional 80-litre storage compartment under the bonnet that is well suited to charging cables. Towing capacity is rated at 1,500kg.
The centrepiece of the interior is a 26.45-inch touchscreen running a customisable dual-split layout, so a passenger can use one side without distracting the driver. There is no conventional instrument binnacle; instead, a large head-up display projects driving information and navigation guidance onto the road ahead.
Physical buttons have been kept to a minimum, with voice recognition handling everyday requests such as adjusting the temperature or setting a destination, and gesture control available for functions like selecting a saved route or skipping a track. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, alongside a dedicated Mazda app offering Bluetooth key sharing and remote charge management.
On the safety side, every CX-6e has nine airbags and a sensor package combining high-definition cameras, millimetre-wave radar and ultrasonic sensors. Driver assistance systems include Smart Brake Support, Lane Keeping Assist and Blind Spot Monitoring.
The main point of difference between the CX-6e and much of its competition is where Mazda has put the emphasis. Rivals such as the Skoda Enyaq, Kia EV5 and Smart #5 quote longer WLTP ranges, typically in the 330 to 390-mile bracket, while the CX-6e counters with a larger cabin than most, a well-equipped standard specification at both trim levels and a chassis developed with European roads in mind.
Against the Tesla Model Y, the Mazda gives away boot space but is longer and wider overall, and its two-trim structure means far less needs to be added as an option. For drivers weighing up an electric family SUV on interior quality and driving feel rather than headline range figures alone, it makes a strong case.
Eden Motor Group is an authorised Mazda retailer (selling new Mazda cars as well as used models) with showrooms in Newbury, Reading, Basingstoke, Taunton and Exeter. To be among the first to hear when the CX-6e is available to order, contact your nearest Eden Mazda showroom or make an enquiry online.
In the meantime, the Mazda6e is available now and can be booked for a test drive, and our team can talk through electric car ownership, home charging and part-exchange valuations. Finance may be available, subject to status and the terms of the agreement.
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Mazda has confirmed that the CX-6e will arrive in the UK in late 2026, following its European launch during the summer. The car was first shown publicly at the Brussels Motor Show in January 2026.
UK pricing and specification have already been announced, so drivers can register their interest with a Mazda retailer ahead of first deliveries.
The Mazda CX-6e starts at £42,990 for the Takumi grade and £45,350 for the Takumi Plus. These are manufacturer prices announced ahead of the UK launch and are correct as of September 2026, though they are subject to change.
Takumi models come with 19-inch alloy wheels as standard, with 21-inch wheels available as a £1,000 option. The Takumi Plus includes the larger wheels along with digital rear-view and side cameras, heated outer rear seats and additional interior lighting.
The CX-6e has a WLTP range of up to 300 miles from its 78kWh lithium iron phosphate battery. The same battery is fitted to both trim levels, so range does not vary between Takumi and Takumi Plus.
Real-world range will depend on factors such as speed, temperature, wheel size and how the car is driven, as it does with any electric vehicle.
Using a DC rapid charger, the CX-6e can accept up to 200kW, which takes the battery from 10 to 80 per cent in around 24 minutes. Charging speeds in practice depend on the charger being used and the battery's temperature and state of charge.
At home, the onboard charger supports 11kW three-phase AC charging through a Type 2 connector. Most UK homes have a single-phase supply, so a typical home wallbox will charge at up to 7kW.
The CX-6e joins Mazda's range as an all-electric SUV rather than replacing the CX-5, which continues to be sold alongside it. The two cars are aimed at different buyers, with the CX-5 offering petrol and hybrid power and the CX-6e running purely on electricity.
The CX-6e is also larger in every dimension than the current CX-5, with a longer wheelbase and more rear legroom.
Boot capacity is 468 litres with the rear seats in place, rising to 1,434 litres when they are folded flat. There is also an 80-litre compartment under the bonnet, which is useful for storing charging cables.
Towing capacity is rated at 1,500kg, making the CX-6e suitable for a small caravan or trailer.
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