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Why buy the Mazda CX-60?

January 31, 2025

The Mazda CX-60 begins its second youth this year, 2025. That is, there will be an updated version of this model that has been on the market for more than two years now. According to Mazda, some refinements have been made to the powertrain and chassis in particular. Not that those are bad, but Mazda always focuses on perfection. The improved Mazda CX-60 has been tweaked in those areas where customers but also journalists had feedback. But what is new?

Suspension modifications Mazda CX-60

The 2025 Mazda CX-60 has the double wishbone suspension system at the front and the multi-link setup at the rear. So far, no news. Mazda did further improve its flagship model with softer rear springs and firmer shock absorbers to ensure a smooth, comfortable ride. Re-tuned stability systems and stabilizer bar removal should improve overall handling. In addition, to best support the 2025 chassis characteristics, the software has been slightly modified.

Upgrade of interior

The interior of the luxury CX-60 Homura trim has received an upgrade and now features black Nappa leather seats and vinyl leather interior panel trim. The roof and pillars of the interior are now black clad and the interior panels have been given a modern matte black metallic finish.

Mazda CX-60 Takumi

We drove the Mazda CX-60 e-SKYACTIV PHEV in the premium Takumi trim. That one focuses on luxury with, in this case, white leather upholstery, seat heating and ventilation in the front and a heatable rear seat in the rear. The dashboard is finished with special fabric inspired by Japanese binding art called Kakenui.













Attention to quality and detail

Overwhelming opulence intrudes when you look around the interior. You can tell from everything that attention has been paid to quality and detail. From the wide console between the front seats finished in light tinted maple wood. To the particularly refined-feeling knob with which you turn and move left and right to navigate through the menus on the central display. It is and feels all equally solid.

Mazda CX-60: powertrain

The Mazda CX-60 has a plug-in hybrid powertrain that offers a combined power output of as much as 241 kW (327 hp). Power enough, then, and a comforting idea that all-wheel drive transfers all that power to the road. This i-Active All Wheel Drive (AWD) automatically distributes drive power between the front and rear axles according to grip.










Mazda CX-60 comfort

Suspension and shock absorption catch large bumps in the road surface feather smoothly. Even in the sportiest driving mode, the suspension shows its smooth side. While tilting in the corners is hardly an issue. The driver’s and front passenger’s seats are electrically adjustable and so is the lumbar support in the backrest. A long ride is perfectly maintainable without pain in legs, seat or back.

Operating comfort

Mazda has clearly paid attention to operating comfort. You can tell this by the aforementioned rotary switch on the center console for controlling navigation and infotainment and numerous other functions, among others. You turn to the intended menu or program. Once you find the function of your choice, simply activate it by pressing the switch. You can also move it to four sides to scroll through menus. It works very naturally and you quickly become familiar with it.










Head-up Display

Without question, the head-up display also contributes to driving comfort. Data such as speed and navigation directions are excellent to read. Mazda opted for a sizable display that projects data onto the windshield. Even in sunlight, the readability is perfect. The instrument panel behind the steering wheel is fully digital, as you see in many models in this higher-end segment. Mazda applies an ultra-wide central display in the CX-60. Apple Carplay and Android Auto are integrated. Connecting is a piece of cake.

Comfort you can also choose

Comfort is also a choice with the Mazda CX-60. In fact, you can choose from several driving programs (Mi-Drive) that determine the standard eight-speed automatic’s shifting behavior, throttle response and degree of steering input. The programs are Normal, Sport, Towing, Offroad and EV. In this mode, the CX-60 drives fully electric. With full battery (17.8 kWh), 63 kilometers can be covered, combined according to official WLTP measurement. In practice, and especially in freezing temperatures, you should count on about 40 km. The cold causes the battery to provide less energy.

Mazda CX-60 dimensions

Impressive, that’s what the Mazda CX-60 is on the outside. It is also immediately noticeable that the hood is quite long. That impresses, along with the upright and large grille. The length of 4,745 millimeters is actually not too bad. You estimate the CX-60 to be longer. The width measurement of 1,890 millimeters is above average, though. You can see this in the interior as well, and especially in the decently wide console between the front seats. Also, the CX-60 is very tall (1,686 millimeters). To sponge off the roof, you definitely need stairs.










Generous seating

Interior space is considerable. The three of us side by side in the back seat is fine. In the process, you also have plenty of leg and headroom. The front seats are wide enough, the backrests are wonderfully long and the legroom is substantial. Headroom is ample due to the high roof. The optional panoramic glass roof certainly does not get in the way, even if it does take a few inches off the interior height.










2,500 kg is allowed on the tow bar

Only when you start loading up do you notice how big the CX-60’s luggage space is. It holds 570 liters, and if you fold down the rear seats that increases to 1,726 liters. The tailgate opens and closes electrically, including on command of a foot movement along the bottom of the rear bumper. Mazda provides a power extendable and retractable tow bar for the CX-60. You can put it to good use, as its maximum towing weight is a whopping 2,500 kg! That’s a lot, a lot even for a plug-in hybrid. At least enough for a horse or boat trailer or an out-sized caravan.

Mazda CX-60 safety

The CX-60’s size and high seating position make you feel like lord and master on the road. You also feel safe, with the numerous driver assistance systems enhancing that feeling. In fact, you lack nothing when it comes to electronic guardian angels. There are too many to list, but we’ll do it anyway to give you an idea. This is the safety equipment of the entry-level CX-60 Prime-Line.

Mazda CX-60 performance

240 kW (327 hp) of power is hefty and the pulling power is thick as well. Not for nothing is the CX-60 allowed to have 2.5 tons on the hitch. The plug-in hybrid powertrain consists of a 141 kW (191 hp) 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine. That gets help from a 129 kW (175 hp) electric motor. You accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds.

Electric range

Mazda claims average fuel consumption of 1.5 l/100 km. Then you have to make maximum use of the electric range, which is 63 km under favorable conditions. Long-distance consumption is higher. After all, that’s when you get the least benefit from electric driving. With electric assistance for acceleration and heavier work, the CX-60’s consumption remains quite favorable, especially for a car that weighs nearly two tons. Expect an average of about 7.5-8.5 l/100 km.

Mazda CX-60 prices

Anno January 2025, you can buy the Mazda CX-60 for a price of 55,290 euros. This concerns the Prime-Line version. The top Takumi version comes to 63,990 euros. Those are decent amounts. But set against the size of the car and the very complete equipment, those are attractive prices. Just compare the equipment to a model of any brand comparable in size and performance. Then the Mazda CX-60 really comes out favorably. Noting that the Mazda also has standard all-wheel drive.

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