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Mazda refreshes SUV lineup and expands electric offerings

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Mazda is implementing a comprehensive update strategy for its SUV lineup following sales that fell short of expectations. The company reported selling 150,637 units of its Large Architecture-based models in fiscal year 2025, missing a 200,000-unit target. CEO Masahiro Moro announced that these updates will be “unprecedented in scale,” involving significant changes to exterior design, interior technology, and powertrains. Expanding its electric footprint, Mazda has launched the CX-6e (also known as the EZ-60 in China) through a partnership with Changan. In Thailand, the CX-6e is available in Premium and Premium Sport versions, with prices starting at approximately 1.259 million baht. The vehicle features a 78 kWh LFP battery and includes an 8-year or 160,000 km ~~warranty covering the vehicle and high-voltage battery. In its 2026 Integrated Report,~~ warranty. Mazda detailed a multi-solution powertrain strategy, including the development of the Skyactiv-Z engine. This technology, utilizing advanced insulation and ultra-lean burn processes, is slated to debut in 2027 on a hybrid CX-5 and may expand to straight-six or rotary engines. To enhance technology, the Google built-in system in the new CX-5 now supports has also released the ~~Google Gemini AI assistant~~ CX-6e in ~~the United States, Canada,~~ Europe, ~~and Japan. This allows drivers to use natural language to manage climate controls, music,~~ utilizing Changan technology but with a chassis and ~~navigation.~~ steering adapted for European driving preferences. In Mexico, the 2027 CX-5 has been introduced with three trim levels: i Sport, i Grand Touring, and Signature. It features an evolved KODO ~~design~~ design, increased passenger and luggage space, and a 15.6-inch ~~touchscreen.~~ touchscreen, while retaining a 2.5-liter gasoline engine. Meanwhile, Mazda is offering significant discounts on the CX-60 in Europe, with reductions exceeding 18,300 euros on the Prime-Line trim. Regarding its ~~large SUV lineup,~~ lineup restructuring, Mazda confirmed it will phase out the Mazda 2 supermini, replacing it with a next-generation CX-3 subcompact crossover. Planned for 2027 in Japan and ASEAN markets, the CX-3 will be manufactured in Thailand and is expected to feature a mild-hybrid powertrain. In North America, Mazda is integrating the CX-70 into the CX-90 series ~~in North America~~ for the 2027 model ~~year to simplify the product lineup.~~ year. The CX-70 will be discontinued in the U.S. but ~~will~~ remain in Canada and Australia. The 2027 CX-90 will include a new two-row configuration and technical improvements, such as an enhanced rear suspension crossmember and a refreshed electric motor for PHEV models to increase quietness.

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