Mazda is set to introduce the Mazda6e in Germany this April, with prices starting at 44,900 euros. However, the Japanese automaker is scaling back its electrification investments, raising questions about the future of its electric sedan lineup.
Mazda’s leadership announced a “Lean Asset Strategy,” which includes a 40% reduction in development investment and a 50% decrease in development man-hours for its battery electric vehicle (BEV) set to launch in 2027.
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The company aims to cut initial capital investment by 85% and mass production preparation time by 80% by manufacturing both BEVs and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles on the same production lines. Mazda is collaborating with Changan on projects such as the Mazda6e and has partnered with Panasonic Energy for battery cell development.
Despite its electrification efforts, Mazda is maintaining a “multi-solution strategy” to address varying customer preferences and regulatory requirements. The company plans to introduce a new 2.5-liter Skyactiv-Z gasoline engine and has not set an end date for its combustion engine production.
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In Germany, the Mazda6e will be available in two trims and two battery configurations. The base model, priced at 44,900 euros, features a 68.8 kWh LFP battery with a WLTP range of 479 km, while the Long Range version, priced at 46,900 euros, offers an 80 kWh NMC battery with a range of 552 km. A higher-end Takumi Plus trim raises the price to 48,500 euros. Notably, the smaller LFP battery enables a faster 10-80% charge cycle in 24 minutes, compared to 47 minutes for the larger NMC battery.
Mazda Germany expects the Mazda6e to arrive in dealerships this summer. Pricing for other European markets has not yet been announced.
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