It has the convenience of a petrol engine or a battery, depending on your needs, but most drivers now prefer a fully electric vehicle.
The Mazda CX-60 is a more upmarket mid-sized SUV from Mazda, offering the first plug-in hybrid drivetrain from the brand. It doesn’t replace the less expensive and slightly smaller CX-5 SUV.The P50e PHEV variant, in mid-range GT trim, as tested, is $80,300 plus on-road costs. The CX-60 represents a new price highpoint for a mid-sized Mazda; the Japanese company is quite open in its intention to move upmarket, hence this Audi-priced SUV from Hiroshima.
The CX-60 represents the best of both worlds: an EV during the week and a petrol car for longer weekend drives.The PHEV has a 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, linked to an electric motor and a 17.8 kW battery pack. This drives all four wheels and gives a claimed range of 76 silent kilometres before the petrol engine kicks in. The miracle fuel economy figure is based on very frequent recharging.
One issue that makes would-be PHEV buyers nervous is the thought of the complexity and weight of two different powertrains. This car is 218kg heavier than the non-PHEV version – and that shows up in ride quality, particularly.An ambitious effort, to put it mildly. The Mazda faithful are likely to jump on board, but conquests could be hard work.This is a facelift that matters. The new Polestar’s safety options are now integrated, which means it’s been built back better.
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