The Mazda CX-6e is a new mid-size electric SUV developed for Europe through cooperation between Mazda teams in Europe, Japan and China. It uses a rear-mounted electric motor, a 78 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery and rear-wheel drive. Mazda quotes up to 484 km of WLTP combined range, while the official Romanian price list starts at €45,850 for the Takumi grade and reaches €48,850 for Takumi Plus.
The CX-6e is the second battery-electric model in Mazda’s global collaborative EV programme after the Mazda 6e. It is the European-market version of the SUV known as the Mazda EZ-60 in China. Mazda says it has adapted the ride and handling for European roads, but the production concept remains a single-motor rear-wheel-drive electric SUV rather than an all-wheel-drive model.
One rear motor, 190 kW and 290 Nm
The CX-6e’s electric motor produces 190 kW, or 258 PS, and 290 Nm of torque. It drives the rear wheels and gives the car a top speed limited to 185 km/h. The Romanian specification and price document lists a 0-100 km/h time of 7.9 seconds.
This layout differs from many electric SUVs that use two motors to provide all-wheel drive. The Mazda has no front electric motor. The simpler arrangement can reduce mechanical complexity and leaves the front axle free of a drive unit, but it also means the CX-6e does not offer the extra traction of an all-wheel-drive system on slippery surfaces.
The battery uses LFP chemistry and has a gross capacity of 78 kWh. Mazda’s Romanian technical guide lists a battery mass of 550 kg. Official combined energy consumption is 18.9 kWh/100 km for the Takumi on 19-inch wheels and 19.4 kWh/100 km for the Takumi Plus on 21-inch wheels.
Range and charging
The Takumi version reaches up to 484 km of combined WLTP range on 19-inch wheels. The Takumi Plus, with 21-inch wheels, is listed at 468 km in Mazda Romania’s document. These are laboratory figures, and Mazda notes that real-world range depends on equipment, temperature, driving style, traffic and road conditions.
The Romanian guide gives a maximum DC charging power of 195 kW and a 30-80% rapid-charge time of 15 minutes. European Mazda press material quotes charging at up to 200 kW and around 24 minutes from 10 to 80%. The different figures describe different measurement windows and documents, so the local specification should be used when comparing an actual vehicle order.
An 11 kW three-phase onboard charger is fitted for AC charging. Mazda Romania lists approximately 8.5 hours for a 0-100% charge at 11 kW. The CX-6e also supports vehicle-to-load operation with up to 3.3 kW for compatible external equipment. The availability of cables and accessories can vary by market and should be checked with the local Mazda retailer.
Two European grades
Mazda Romania lists two versions. The CX-6e Takumi starts at €45,850 including VAT and uses 19-inch alloy wheels. The Takumi Plus is listed at €48,850 and comes with 21-inch wheels. The price guide states that prices, specifications and equipment can change as the product develops, so it should be treated as the current local reference rather than a permanent commercial promise.
Both versions use the same 190 kW motor and 78 kWh battery. The difference in official range is mainly associated with the wheels: 484 km WLTP for Takumi and 468 km for Takumi Plus. The higher grade adds digital side mirrors, heated and ventilated rear seats, a two-tone interior and a digital rear-view mirror.
The Takumi specification includes a two-zone automatic climate system, a heat pump, heated steering wheel and front seats, ventilated front seats, a panoramic roof and an electric tailgate. The cabin is centred around a 26.45-inch ultra-wide touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are listed, along with a 23-speaker audio system.
A technology-focused cabin
The central display stretches towards the front passenger area. Mazda also lists voice recognition and gesture control among the CX-6e’s connectivity functions. A large head-up display places driving and navigation information in the driver’s field of view, reducing the need to look down at the central screen.
Safety equipment includes intelligent braking assistance, blind-spot monitoring, emergency lane-keeping assistance and Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go. Equipment can differ between grades and markets, so the Romanian price and specification guide remains the relevant document for local customers.
The model’s interior approach is part of Mazda’s effort to make the electric car feel familiar rather than screen-led only. Physical space, a wide display, a head-up display and connected services work together, while the brand’s Jinba-ittai philosophy is expressed through the rear-wheel-drive layout and European chassis tuning. Those are manufacturer descriptions, not independent Carboratory test results.
Size and luggage space
The CX-6e is 4,850 mm long, has a 2,902 mm wheelbase and stands 1,620 mm tall. Width varies slightly between the grades: Mazda Romania lists 2,098 mm for Takumi and 2,088 mm for Takumi Plus. Kerb mass is listed between 2,130 and 2,155 kg, while the maximum authorised mass is 2,590 kg.
The luggage compartment measures 363 litres to the parcel shelf or 468 litres to the roof with all seats upright. With the rear seats folded, the figures rise to 956 litres to the rear load support or 1,434 litres to the roof. An additional 80-litre front storage compartment provides space for charging equipment or smaller items.
The dimensions place the CX-6e in the family SUV category, but the published figures also show the compromises of a large battery electric vehicle. Its long wheelbase creates passenger space, while the rear motor leaves a front storage area. The vehicle’s mass and 21-inch wheels on the upper grade may affect real-world efficiency compared with the lighter-wheel Takumi.
A global Mazda electric programme
Mazda says the CX-6e was developed by teams in Europe, Japan and China. The battery, motor and several intelligent technologies come through its cooperation with Changan, while Mazda has worked on styling, chassis calibration and the European customer brief. It is therefore a Mazda product sold under the Japanese brand, but it is also part of a wider programme built with a Chinese partner.
The CX-6e made its European debut at the Brussels Motor Show. Mazda announced a European launch for summer 2026, and European press material later said cars would reach dealerships from August 2026. Market availability, delivery timing and local offers still depend on each country’s distributor. The Romanian price guide confirms local specification and pricing, but it does not guarantee a particular dealer stock level.
