Is Mazda Introducing a New Electric Sedan as a Successor to the Mazda 6?

What lies ahead for the Mazda 6?

Mazda’s joint venture in China has released teasers for an upcoming electric sedan that is expected to be revealed at the Beijing motor show. With the possibility of this new model replacing the current Mazda 6, let’s delve into the details and speculate about what it could mean for the future of Mazda’s lineup.

Mazda’s joint venture with Changan in China is gearing up to introduce a new electric sedan at the Beijing motor show. This sedan is part of Changan Mazda’s plan to release three new electrified models in the Chinese market, following the success of the CX-50 Hybrid. There is speculation that this new model could be a successor to the current Mazda 6.

The teasers released by Changan Mazda suggest that the new sedan might be a restyled version of the Deepal SL03 electric sedan from Changan’s brand. Additionally, Mazda has recently trademarked the names ‘6e’ in Europe and ‘EZ-6’ in China, which has further fueled speculation that the new model will replace the aging Mazda 6 that was first introduced in 2012. However, it is uncertain if the Mazda 6e and EZ-6 are one and the same, or if they are two different models.

Considering that Changan Mazda primarily develops vehicles for the Chinese market, it is difficult to determine whether the Mazda 6e and EZ-6 are intended for the same market or if they will cater to different regions. Nevertheless, the joint venture has expressed its interest in promoting the export of vehicles produced in China and exploring potential collaboration opportunities with other carmakers.

Based on the teaser for the CX-50 HEV at last year’s Shanghai motor show, it is expected that the new sedan will also offer a plug-in hybrid powertrain. The Deepal SL03, on which the new model might be based, comes with a range-extender version that combines a 1.5-liter petrol engine, an electric motor, and lithium nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery packs produced in-house by Changan New Energy.

Mazda currently offers a range extender in the MX-30 R-EV, which operates as a series hybrid like the Deepal SL03. The MX-30 R-EV’s rotary engine generates charge for the electric motor, rather than directly powering the wheels. With an 85km electric range from its lithium-ion battery, the MX-30 R-EV is one example of Mazda’s current EV offerings.

While the EZ-6 could potentially be a restyled version of Changan Deepal’s product, the Mazda 6e for Europe and other international markets, if it indeed exists as a separate vehicle, could be among the first models to utilize Mazda’s new SkyActiv Scalable EV Architecture. This architecture is set to be implemented between 2025 and 2030, and Mazda has already confirmed that it will launch several products based on this dedicated EV architecture, in addition to a range of hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric models on the SkyActiv Multi-Solution Scalable Architecture.

More details regarding the new sedan are likely to be revealed leading up to the Auto China event in Beijing, which is scheduled to take place on April 25. It’s an exciting time for Mazda enthusiasts and those interested in the future of electric vehicles. Stay tuned for updates from CarExpert as we cover this event.

• Changan Mazda has plans to unveil a new electric sedan at the Beijing motor show.
• Speculation suggests that this new model could be a successor to the Mazda 6.
• Teasers indicate that the sedan could be a restyled version of Changan’s Deepal SL03 electric sedan.
• Mazda has trademarked the names ‘6e’ in Europe and ‘EZ-6’ in China, adding fuel to the speculation.
• It’s unclear whether the Mazda 6e and EZ-6 are the same vehicle or different models.
• Changan Mazda aims to promote the export of Chinese-produced vehicles and explore cooperation opportunities with other carmakers.
• The new sedan is expected to offer a plug-in hybrid powertrain, similar to the Deepal SL03.
• Mazda’s future EV architecture could play a role in the Mazda 6e for international markets.
• More information is anticipated leading up to the Auto China event in April.

With the forthcoming unveiling of a new electric sedan at the Beijing motor show, speculation is rife about this model potentially serving as a successor to the Mazda 6. The joint venture between Mazda and Changan in China has been teasing us with hints and trademarks, leaving us to wonder if the Mazda 6e and EZ-6 are different models or two variations of the same vehicle. As Mazda continues to expand its electric lineup, the possibility of a restyled Deepal SL03 or a model based on Mazda’s future EV architecture adds to the anticipation surrounding this upcoming release. Exciting times await Mazda fans and electric vehicle enthusiasts alike. What lies ahead for the Mazda 6? Only time will tell.