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What is it?
The CX-60 is Mazda's mid-size luxury SUV, the first model on the brand's rear-wheel-drive-based Large Architecture and a serious tilt at premium European rivals. Three powertrains, all with 8-speed auto and AWD as standard.
The lineup runs from G40e Evolve at $59,900 plus on-roads, through to P50e Azami PHEV at $87,700 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Inline-six petrol and diesel options at a time most rivals have gone four-cylinder, plus a P50e PHEV with 76 km of WLTP EV range. AWD standard across the range, 2,500 kg braked tow.
Ride is firm, with reviewers reporting a busy low-speed feel. The 8-speed multi-mode automatic can also feel hesitant in stop-start traffic.
Should you buy the CX-60?
Reasons to buy
- Inline-six petrol and diesel options at a time most rivals have gone four-cylinder, plus a P50e PHEV with 76 km of WLTP EV range. AWD standard across the range, 2,500 kg braked tow.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km. Battery: 8 years on the PHEV.
- 5-star ANCAP (2022), full driver-assist suite.
- 477 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
- Braked towing rated at 2,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- Ride is firm, with reviewers reporting a busy low-speed feel. The 8-speed multi-mode automatic can also feel hesitant in stop-start traffic.
- You want a softer ride (Lexus NX), a stronger HEV reputation (Lexus NX HEV), or a longer factory warranty (Genesis GV70).
- Diesel and PHEV options push pricing into German territory. Cross-shop a Q5 or X3 before locking in.
- Top trim climbs to $87,700 plus on-roads.
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