The all-electric successor to the petrol-powered Mazda 6, the 6e is a large battery-powered saloon set to go on sale in early 2026. Already available in Asia, the Mazda 6e was designed in collaboration with Chinese automaker Changan and shares its foundations with the similarly-sized Changan Deepal L07 liftback.
Reviews have been mixed. Some critics note that the saloon “lacks the unique magic we’ve come to know from Mazda,” with “fiddly touchscreen controls and overzealous driver aids.” Despite a firm ride and some infotainment frustrations, others highlight its sleek looks, decent range, and generous specification levels, suggesting it will appeal to buyers seeking a stylish, well-equipped electric saloon.
The Mazda 6e has been awarded a full five-star safety rating by Euro NCAP.
6e Highlights
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Spacious and stylish interior
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Large boot
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Sharp steering
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Well-equipped as standard
6e Lowlights
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Frustrating infotainment system and safety tech
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Slow maximum charging speed
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Rather firm ride quality
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Rivals offer more battery range
Body style: Large saloon
Engines: Electric, battery-powered
Price: To be announced
Launching: Spring 2026
Replacement due: To be announced
Selected Reviews
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“Refinement is superb, fit and finish is impressive and the cabin is fairly spacious. However, it doesn’t feel like a Mazda when two key qualities – ergonomics and feedback through the driving controls – are missing.” Score: 7/10
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“The sleek Mazda 6e hatchback is a rival to other large electric saloons, but is it a true Mazda? The Chinese influence is apparent, with fiddly touchscreen controls and overzealous driver aids. While it ticks many boxes, it lacks the unique magic of previous Mazda models.” Score: 7/10
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“Despite a firm ride, smallish boot, and irksome interface, the Mazda should appeal to buyers with its sleek looks, decent range, and generous specification levels.” Score: 8/10
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“Sumptuous, classy interior with top-quality materials; refined and quiet drive at all speeds; decent handling; competitive range from the standard battery; good equipment levels as standard.” Score: 7/10
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“Although it looks great, this joint project with Changan is not sufficiently well honed to live up to Mazda’s reputation.” Score: 6/10
Safety Ratings (Euro NCAP)
Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: October 2025
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Adult protection: 93%
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Child protection: 93%
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Vulnerable road users: 74%
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Safety assist: 77%
Economy and Emissions Ratings (Green NCAP)
No rating yet. Electric cars are more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the 6e is expected to score highly when assessed.
Warranty
New car warranty duration: 6 years
New car warranty mileage: 100,000 miles
Battery warranty duration: 8 years
Battery warranty mileage: 100,000 miles
Mazda has extended its new car coverage from three years to six years, with an eight-year battery warranty included.
Used Mazda 6e warranty:
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Approved Used from an official dealer: minimum one-year warranty
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Used from independent dealers: varies, often managed by third-party providers
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Private sales: only any remaining portion of the original new car warranty applies
Safety Recalls
As of October 2025, no known safety recalls have been issued for the Mazda 6e.
Alternatives to Consider
Audi A6 e-tron | BMW i5 | Citroën ë-C4 | Genesis Electrified G80 | Hyundai Ioniq 6 | Kia EV6 | Mercedes-Benz EQE | Polestar 2 | Tesla Model 3 | Volkswagen ID.7
Summary
The Mazda 6e combines a spacious, stylish interior with strong safety credentials and competitive electric performance. While some aspects of its design and infotainment reflect Chinese collaboration, it remains an attractive option for buyers seeking a large, well-equipped electric saloon with a full suite of warranties and five-star crash protection.