Hybrid replaces plug-in
The CX-60 SP Hybrid model variant is arriving in New Zealand in time for the new year.
As seen with the Mazda CX-80, the CX-60 range starts with the new SP grade, combining a 3.3-litre six-cylinder petrol hybrid with appealing levels of equipment.
With a recommended retail price of $69,990 plus on-road costs, the SP Hybrid offers an enhanced entry to the CX-60 range.
Highlights include leather seat trim, electrically adjustable and with front-seat heating, black metallic 20-inch alloys and LED headlights.
Gloss black exterior mirrors combine with the black chrome signature wing and honeycomb front grille. The power-operated tailgate, 360-view monitor and personalisation system are also standard.
The blackout styling theme of the SP Hybrid offers a sportier presence compared to the outgoing CX-60 Touring, which will be phased out from the local range.
As with the existing range, the SP Hybrid has an eight-speed automatic transmission and Mazda’s i-Activ all-wheel-drive system. The marque’s intelligent drive select (Mi-Drive) offers multiple modes and a 2,500kg braked tow.
The car’s 3,283cc turbocharged inline-six-cylinder e-Skyactiv G petrol unit is mated to Mazda’s 48-volt mild hybrid system.
The e-Skyactiv G petrol hybrid returns a WLTP average fuel consumption of 7.9l/100km and CO2 emissions of 178g/km, while power and torque come in at 209kW and 450Nm.
Ascending the local line-up, the CX-60 Homura extends a similar visual presence to the SP while adding luxurious cabin features, such as a Bose audio system, electric steering-wheel adjustment, and heated steering wheel and rear seats, along with 360-view monitor with see-through view.
A panoramic glass sunroof and adaptive LED headlights complete the package. The Homura is available with a plug-in hybrid or 3.3-litre six-cylinder petrol hybrid powertrain.
Headlining the range is the CX-60 Takami. Available exclusively as a PHEV, the interior features white nappa leather with maple wood inserts throughout the cabin, along with woven cloth with exposed stitching on the instrument-panel inserts.
