Mazda6e EV to make UK debut at CarFest in August 2025
The Mazda6e will makes its public UK debut at CarFest 2025, which begins on August 22 and concludes two days later on the 24th.
The Mazda6e is a hatchback, all-electric version of the now-defunct Mazda6 saloon, and will go on sale in 2026. Replacing the internal combustion engine (ICE) found in its predecessor, the Mazda6e will be available in Europe with either a 68.8kWh battery returning a range of 300 miles and 255bhp, or an 80kWh unit capable of 345 miles and packing 240bhp.
Both versions of the Mazda6e are rear wheel-drive thanks to a rear-mounted electric motor and are built upon the same 200kW architecture capable of rapid DC charging. However, the smaller battery can be charged from 10% to 80% in 22 minutes, while the bigger of the two takes 45 minutes to charge over the same period.
Moreover, the 68.8kWh car has a faster 0-62mph time of 7.6 seconds, while the 80kWh version is marginally slower by 0.2s over the same run.
The Mazda6e has a refreshed version of the ‘Kodo’ design language worn by the ICE Mazda6, which was discontinued in Europe in early 2023. This means the all-electric version has a similar attractive, flowing design, with several nods to its all-electric underpinnings and an emphasis on aerodynamic efficiency courtest of 19-inch, two-tone ‘aero’ wheels.
Frameless doors, an instantly-recognisable running light design, plus integrated door handles ensure that the Mazda6e looks thoroughly modern. Meanwhile, wing lights around the grille appear to ‘flutter’ when the car is charging to indicate charge status and give the Mazda6e a distinctive front end.
At the rear of the car, a lightbar houses the rear lights, and new ‘Mazda’ lettering replaces the brand’s logo. A rear spoiler that extends at speed serves to enhance stability, as well as tie-in to the Mazda6e’s sporty aesthetic.
Step inside, the Mazda6e and it’s all change. A floating 14.6-inch touchscreen dominates the centre of the dashboard, while the driver benefits from a 10.2-inch instrument binnace with an augmented head-up display.
On both entry-level Takumi and range-topping Takumi plus models, a panoramic sunroof is standard to boost the amount of natural light in the cabin. The biggest difference between the trim levels is that the Takumi models come with either beige or black faux leather, while the Takumi Plus gets premium-tier Nappa leather. Irrespective of trim level, both versions of the Mazda6e get a 330-litre boot and a 70-litre frunk.
Regarding the UK debut of the Mazda6e at CarFest 2025, Mazda UK managing director, Jeremy Thomson, said: “The Mazda6e is the car our dealers have been waiting for, with a nod to the popularity of the Mazda6 it’s a real statement of intent for the future and illustrates how Mazda can bring great design, technology and style to battery electric vehicles.
“And with the suspension, power steering and braking carefully calibrated by the team at Mazda Research Europe in Frankfurt to match European and UK preferences, I’m sure the Mazda6e will be an electric car that delivers the engaging driver experience you’d expect from Mazda.
“It’s great that we can showcase the car to potential customers at CarFest, well ahead of its arrival in our dealerships next year.”
While initially resistant to electrification, Mazda has since pivoted and aims to have EVs comprise between 25% and 40% of its line-up by 2030. Alongside the 6e, the Japanese manufacturer unveiled its all-electric, Tesla Model Y-rivalling EZ-60 earlier this year at the Shanghai motorshow earlier this year.
The Mazda 6e and the EZ-60 are born from a collaboration between Mazda and Chinese carmaker, Changan. Both cars will be built on the same platform as Changan’s Deepal SL03.
