Mazda Australia there is a full range of engine options available for it for the new, more advanced version CX-60 SUV car.
A plug-in hybrid has been confirmed in Australia, but Mazda has also revealed inline six petrol and diesel engines will be offered globally.
Mazda Australia chief executive Vinesh Bhindi stopped short of confirming the lineup will eventually arrive Down Under, but said the Mazda Group is investing heavily in a range of powertrain technologies across its range, “we’re going to have a lot of money in the car” I will have the opportunity to decide which of those technologies and powertrains we are suitable for.”
As it currently supplies gasoline and diesel power in CX-5 and CX-8 SUV – the CX-9 runs on gasoline only since it focuses on North America – would be surprised if CX-60 Nor does it offer a choice between PHEV, petrol and diesel.
The CX-60 is Mazda’s first SUV to be built on the newly confirmed Australian all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive architecture.
The new, more upmarket crossover will arrive towards the end of 2022, with pricing and specifications to be announced closer to launch.
The focal point of the engine lineup will be Mazda’s first plug-in hybrid (PHEV). It combines a 2.5-litre petrol engine making 141kW and 261Nm with an electric motor making 100kW and 250Nm, and a 17.8kWh lithium-ion battery pack.
It produces a total system power of 241kW and a combined torque figure of 500Nm. This is the most powerful road bike the brand has ever produced.
In addition to the Europe-friendly PHEV, there will also be a 3.0-liter e-Skyactiv X petrol engine and a 3.3-liter e-Skyactiv D diesel engine, both of which are inline-six engines with hybrid assistance. light 48V.
All engine variants of the CX-60 will be equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission, with a multi-disc clutch and an integrated engine/generator in place of a hydraulic converter as the input clutch.
All-wheel drive is provided by a new system developed for Mazda’s first vertical platform, using an electronically controlled multi-disc clutch.
Under the skin is a double wishbone front suspension with upper and lower control arms, as well as a rear multi-link design.
Measure 4745mm long, 1890mm wide and 1680-1685mm high with one Wheelbase 2870mm CX-60 is 37mm longer than BMW X3despite being 1mm narrower and boasting an increased wheelbase of 6mm.
CX-60 e-Skyactiv PHEV offers 477L cargo capacity with all seats down to the straps, although the addition of additional underfloor storage brings the figure 570 liters.
Drop the back seats, and yes 1725L capacity including floor storage, measured to the ceiling.
