The EZ-60 features a conventional gasoline engine, developed as part of Mazda’s joint venture in China
The EZ-60 doesn’t resemble your typical Mazda SUV—and there’s a good reason for that: it’s not entirely a Mazda. This upcoming Tesla Model Y competitor shares its roots with the Deepal S07, developed by Changan, Mazda’s joint venture partner in China. While official images revealed the SUV’s styling earlier this month, new technical details have now emerged through China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT).
As expected, the EZ-60 will feature a range-extending gasoline engine, similar to its sedan counterpart, the EZ-6. Unlike the MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV, which uses an 830cc rotary engine as a generator, the EZ-60 opts for a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine. This engine doesn’t power the wheels directly—instead, it charges a 31.7-kWh battery that provides 88 miles (160 kilometers) of range under the generous CLTC cycle. While total range hasn’t been confirmed, the EZ-6 manages up to 808 miles (1,300 km) with its range extender, rivaling some long-distance European diesel models.
Power for the EZ-60 comes from a 255-hp electric motor mounted on the rear axle, with the gasoline engine adding 97 hp in generator mode. MIIT filings show the SUV weighs 4,391 pounds. A fully electric version is also in development, though its specs are still under wraps. Given the larger battery it’s likely to use, expect it to weigh significantly more.
Although we usually don’t focus on China-only models, the EZ-60 and EZ-6 matter because they’re destined for global markets. The sedan is already confirmed for Europe as the Mazda 6e, and the SUV is likely to follow suit with a new name—possibly CX-6e. However, like the rotary-equipped MX-30, it’s unlikely the EZ-60 will reach U.S. shores, especially amid rising trade tensions.
While Mazda is leaning on its Chinese partner for a faster EV rollout, it hasn’t abandoned its own electrification plans. A new in-house EV on a dedicated platform is slated for 2027, with more models to follow later in the decade.
