Mazda has confirmed its first long-range electric vehicle for Australia, the 2026 Mazda 6e. It is set to arrive by mid-next year with prices to start under $55,000 before on-road costs. The all-new five-door fastback will serve as an all-electric successor to the Mazda 6 sedan and aims to rival electric heavyweights like the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal.
Unlike Mazda’s in-house-developed petrol and hybrid models, the 6e was co-developed with Chinese carmaker Changan, based on the same architecture as the Deepal SL03 (sold as the EZ-6 in China). Mazda’s version receives unique styling, interiors, and driving dynamics tuned to meet global standards.
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Pricing and availability
Mazda Australia says the 6e will start from below $55,000 before on-road costs, positioning it competitively against the Tesla Model 3 RWD ($54,900) and BYD Seal Premium ($52,990).
The 6e will go on sale locally in the second quarter of 2026 (April–June), marking Mazda’s first dedicated electric car for Australia — unlike the short-range MX-30 EV, which was based on a petrol model.
Exterior highlights
The Mazda 6e features a sleek five-door fastback design, a style Mazda hasn’t used since the third-generation Mazda 6. Its coupe-like shape helps improve aerodynamics while the rear hatch adds extra practicality, setting it apart from sedan rivals like the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal.
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Interior features
While local specifications are yet to be confirmed, the European-market Mazda 6e includes:
- 14.6-inch central touchscreen
- 14-speaker Sony premium sound system
- Three-zone climate control
- Heated front and rear seats
- Panoramic glass roof with electric sunshade
- 360-degree camera system
- Full suite of advanced driver-assist systems
Expect similar equipment for Australian variants, with local tuning and specification details to be confirmed closer to launch.
Performance and specifications
The Australian-market Mazda 6e will feature a rear-wheel-drive layout powered by a 78kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery, providing a WLTP range of over 500km.
| Specification | Details |
| Battery Capacity | 78kWh |
| Power Output | 190kW |
| Range (WLTP) | Over 500km |
| DC fast charging | 30-80% in approx. 15 minutes |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
Overseas models differ slightly, offering either a 68.8kWh LFP battery or an 80kWh NMC battery, with up to 552km range on the European WLTP cycle.
Launch timeline & rivals
The Mazda 6e’s price and range place it in direct competition with the Tesla Model 3 RWD, BYD Seal Premium, and the Polestar 2 Standard Range. While its rivals lean towards sporty or luxury-focused performance, Mazda is expected to position the 6e as a more comfort-oriented, practical, and design-led alternative.
The 2026 Mazda 6e represents a significant shift for the brand as it transitions toward electrification, offering its first genuinely long-range EV for Australian buyers. More details on pricing, specifications, and local features will be released closer to its Q2 2026 showroom debut.
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