On September 28, Changan Mazda launched the pre-sale of the MAZDA EZ-6. The pre-sale price ranges from 160,000 to 200,000 yuan (28520$). The EZ-6 succeeds the Mazda 6. It offers both pure electric and range-extended powertrains. Among its peers, it excels in intelligent features and driving performance.
The MAZDA EZ-6 combines Changan’s strengths in electrification and intelligence with Mazda’s expertise in design, handling, and safety. It excels in intelligence and handling performance among joint venture competitors.
Mazda engineers work to transfer the driving pleasure of fuel vehicles to the EZ-6. In the era of electrification, drivers can still enjoy authentic handling fun.
The EZ-6 features a rear H-arm multi-link independent suspension. This design enhances rear suspension responsiveness. It better controls vehicle dynamics and posture. It provides clearer and more accurate road feedback.
The EZ-6 features a combination of NAPPA leather and suede. It includes matte chrome trim for a touch of luxury. Buyers can choose zero-gravity seats for both the driver and passenger. One-button start or voice activation adjusts the seats to zero-gravity mode. The center console has a 10.1-inch digital display and a 14.6-inch floating screen.
The EZ-6 features a 50-inch AR-HUD head-up display system and an L2.5 smart parking assistance system. It provides drivers with aids like automatic following, lane centering, smart lane change, and intelligent speed limit adjustments. The “Hi MAZDA” four-zone smart voice recognition can execute multiple commands at once. Each passenger can issue commands individually. The system automatically determines command location while ensuring safe driving. It allows for voice activation in all visible scenarios.
The EZ-6 features APA for in-car parking assistance, RPA for remote parking assistance, RSIO for remote entry and exit assistance, RMA for remote smart parking, and RADS for tracking reverse assistance. It can identify over 150 types of parking spaces.
At the presale launch event, Wu Xuxi, Executive Deputy General Manager of Changan Mazda Automotive Sales Division, announced the “Yudian Zhixing” architecture. This architecture serves as the first pure electric technology framework for the joint venture in new energy. The “Yudian Zhixing” architecture offers two power modes: BEV super pure electric and REEV unlimited range extension. The pure electric mode supports a range of 600 kilometers under CLTC conditions. The range extension mode achieves a measured range of 1,301 kilometers. The pure electric vehicles use the Qiji battery, which features 3C ultra-fast charging cells and CTP integration technology. Drivers can recharge from 30% to 80% in just 15 minutes.