Mazda Confirms Q2 2026 Australian Debut for 6e After Early Test Prompts Handling Tweaks

Overview

• Mazda Australia says the China-built 6e will arrive in the second quarter of 2026 with pricing targeted from under $55,000 and a multi‑variant, high‑spec range rather than a base model.
• GoAuto reports the local car is a Changan-built, Deepal L07–based liftback on the EVA1 platform with rear‑drive outputs of 180kW/320Nm, a 78kWh LFP battery, about 500km WLTP range, and roughly 47 minutes to charge on a 70kW DC unit.
• Pre‑launch driving impressions criticized over‑assisted, vague steering and intrusive lane‑keeping, and Mazda has confirmed additional ride and handling tuning before customer deliveries.
• Mazda’s managing director says the 6e is aimed chiefly at private buyers, with interest also expected from business and government fleets, and sales volumes are forecast to be modest.
• A related CX-6e mid-size electric SUV remains unconfirmed for global production in right-hand drive, though Mazda Australia lists it as a priority for its future lineup.