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Mazda to Switch 6e Battery to Higher‑Capacity LFP Model

Mazda is reportedly planning a major revision of its electric 6e sedan. Sources say the company will drop the current NMC‑based Long‑Range battery and offer only a larger‑capacity lithium‑iron‑phosphate (LFP) pack, which should provide greater range and faster charging while simplifying production and reducing costs. The move mirrors the strategy used for the newly launched Mazda CX‑6e, which is available solely with a 78 kWh LFP battery delivering about 480 km of WLTP range.

A separate review of the Mazda 6e highlights the model’s sleek design, spacious interior and premium feel despite its modest price. The car retains Mazda’s Kodo design language, features a digital cockpit, and benefits from the electric platform’s long wheelbase for ample passenger space. Reviewers note that the upcoming battery simplification could eliminate the trade‑off between range and charging speed that has drawn criticism of the current Long‑Range version.

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Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. · Lithium‑Iron‑Phosphate (LFP) battery · Mazda 6e · Mazda CX‑6e · Mazda Motor Corporation