Video Summary
The reviewed vehicle is a Mazda CX-60. This is the newest, biggest SUV being produced by Mazda. Its goal is to compete with higher-priced premium SUVs while remaining more affordable. The review focuses on the latest upgrade, which improved the previous skepticism about the driving experience.Suspension updates are a crucial part of the upgrade.
The color is upgraded to Circon Sand, a unique camouflage-like hue, also available on CX-5.
The grill has a high-gloss black finish. Sensors are hidden behind the Mazda logo.
Length of CX-60 is 4.76 meters, or 187 inches. The CX-80 is the bigger brother, for Europe. The CX-70 and CX-90 are even longer, for the US market, exceeding 5.1 meters or 200 inches.
18-inch wheels are standard. Optional upgrades are 20-inch wheels.
Inline six-cylinder diesel engines are available for the European market, and turbo petrol engines for the North American market. A plug-in hybrid is also offered. The design overall works well, also toward the rear.
Rear axle design has been reworked. Front double wishbone has stiffer dampening. Servo steering also reworked for more precise steering feel. Previous versions had rear axle lifting over bumps and less precise steering.
Front double wishbone suspension reworked. Front and rear dampers are now stiffer.
Inline six-cylinder diesel engines have 200 or 254 horsepower. Acceleration is 8.4 or 7.4 seconds to 60 mph.
The interior has soft touch materials and leatherette on the dashboard, with contrast stitching. The reviewer said animal-friendly interiors were also needed. A real shade on the roof is useful. Analog instrumentation is appreciated. A Bose sound system has pretty good sound.
The tested plug-in hybrid has a small 14.5 kWh net battery for short electric range. The pure electric driving limit is 140 kph. It consumes about 6 liters per 100 km or 39 mpg.
Rear seats offer 90 degree door opening, for child-seat access. The backrests can be reclined. But, leg room is tight.
The price in Germany goes from about 50,000 to 70,000 Euros.
Previous critiques about the driving experience have been taken into consideration to improve the vehicle.
