Mazda undercuts Tesla
Mazda’s new CX‑6e review dropped March 30 and the video bills the crossover as cheaper than a Tesla Model Y — a direct price play on the $35k–$45k EV segment (youtube.com). The reviewer flagged native Android Automotive plus Apple CarPlay, hinted at a competitive ~300‑mile range and fast‑charging, and argued Mazda could be a wildcard that forces mainstream EV price pressure (youtube.com).
Mazda’s Australian boss told Drive the CX‑6e will be “value‑focused,” and Drive reported Mazda is positioning the SUV to undercut the Tesla Model Y while final local pricing is still to be revealed. (drive.com.au) Mazda’s related 6e sedan already lists from A$49,990 in Australia with first deliveries expected in July 2026, and industry outlets say the CX‑6e is due later in 2026 in Europe and Australia. (racv.com.au) Specifications reported across previews show the CX‑6e uses a 78 kWh lithium‑iron‑phosphate (LFP) pack and a single rear motor putting out about 190 kW and ~290 Nm, with WLTP figures quoted around 300 miles (roughly 480–560 km depending on spec). (autoexpress.co.uk) Independent previews and press coverage list DC rapid‑charging capability in the 165–195 kW range with a 10–80% top‑up time of roughly 24 minutes and 11 kW AC onboard charging as standard. (autoexpress.co.uk) Mazda built the CX‑6e on the EPA1 platform developed with Chinese partner Changan — the same base as the Deepal S07 — and several reports emphasise the car will be manufactured in China for export. (drive.com.au) Australian pricing leaks and local reporting have floated a “mid‑$50,000” entry point for the CX‑6e, which would sit below the current Australian list price of a base Model Y (about A$58,900 before on‑road costs), mirroring how the 6e is priced below Tesla’s Model 3. (carsguide.com.au 1) (carsguide.com.au 2)
