MAZDA CX-60
Japanese To The Core
The Mazda CX-60 is available in eight body colours, with the new Rhodium White finish, part of the evolution of Mazda's Takuminuri paint technology, joining Soul Red Crystal and Machine Grey as a third specific option. Although up to 20-inch wheels are available to add a sporty touch, some may bemoan the absence of sporty details such as black headlining and black badging.
For our test drive, we drove the TAKUMI version in Rhodium White, which gives the CX-60 a luxurious yet classic look.
The spacious, easily accessible boot can hold up to 570 litres of luggage, which can be increased to 1,726 litres by folding down the rear seats. However, the boot lid, which does not open very high, can be an inconvenience for tall people.
The CX-60 features a driver personalisation system that automatically recognises the driver and adjusts the position of the seat, steering wheel, mirrors, active driving screen, audio and climate settings. It's a fun and practical feature of the CX-60. These settings can then be refined and saved by the driver. Afterwards, the car will recognise the driver again and automatically reset all the necessary settings. The Takumi version's Nappa leather seats offer great comfort, but lack lateral support.
In the rear, legroom is fairly limited. As an adult, you'll enjoy more space in the back of the CX-5, despite its smaller size, than in the larger CX-60.
Therefore, for the time being, we must make do with the CX-60's PHEV engine. The PRIME-LINE base model, which has a starting price of 50,890€, is available for purchase. The EXCLUSIVE-LINE, which starts at 52,390€, is reached by moving up the ladder, followed by the HOMURA, which starts at 56,490€ and is a luxuriously equipped vehicle. The most expensive TAKUMI model, which we had the opportunity to test drive, costs 57,990 euros. It has a nappa interior and more upscale materials.
With the CX-60, Mazda is in a fantastic position to compete with the greats of the luxury sector because they increased the degree of finish, driving dynamics, and design. The outstanding efficiency and track stability, combined with with the serene stylishly finished cabin, make for a pleasantly comfortable car.
Pictures Manuella Trollé / attitude Studio