On April 21, Mazda announced the launch of its 2026 EZ-60 "Year of the Horse Special Edition" models. With a starting price of ¥139,900, both the pure-electric and extended-range versions were released simultaneously. The vehicles feature a 100-inch glasses-free 3D Head-Up Display (HUD) paired with a 26.45-inch integrated, ultra-slim 5K display screen. Upholding Mazda's "Jinba-Ittai" (Horse and Rider as One) driving philosophy, the EZ-60 remains precise, exhilarating, and soulful—even in the electric era.
Range-Extended "Year of the Horse" Edition (200): ¥139,900 RMB
Pure Electric "Year of the Horse" Edition (600): ¥145,900 RMB
Iconic "3D Light-Sculpted Wing" Headlights: A 60mm-deep, full-width light strip seamlessly integrates with an illuminated Mazda logo, creating a highly futuristic visual focal point for the front fascia that remains instantly recognizable, day or night.
9-Group Integrated Air Ducts: Not merely decorative, these serve as a core aerodynamic element—reducing wind resistance by 60.89 counts, extending driving range by 41 km, and increasing high-speed downforce by 705 N, thereby balancing both aesthetics and performance.
21-inch "Wind-Chasing" Alloy Wheels: Featuring a deeply concave, petal-like design, these wheels are paired with gloss-black fender flares and lower door trim accents to accentuate the vehicle's sporty character.
Exclusive "Purple, White, and Gold" Interior Color Scheme: Now available as an optional upgrade across the entire model lineup. This scheme utilizes a "golden ratio" 6:3:1 color-blocking design and incorporates eco-friendly, "maternity-and-infant-grade" materials that have passed the EU's most rigorous safety certifications, creating a cabin environment akin to a "haute couture gown."
Vehicle Dimensions: 4850 × 1935 × 1620 mm; Wheelbase: 2902 mm. Positioned as a mid-size SUV, it offers interior spaciousness that surpasses other vehicles in its class.
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Configuration items |
Pure Electric 600 Year of the Horse Edition |
Range Extender 200 Year of the Horse Edition |
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Powertrain |
Rear-mounted single motor, maximum power190kW |
1.5L range extender (72kW) + rear motor (190kW) |
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Battery Type |
Zhongchuang Aerospace77.94kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery |
Zhongchuang Aerospace31.73kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery |
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CLTC pure electric range |
600km |
200km |
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Overall range |
— |
Maximum 1301km |
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Charging speed |
Supports3C fast charging; 30% to 80% in just15 minutes. |
Supports fast charging; the range extender can be recharged at any time. |
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Drive type |
Rear-wheel drive, electronic rear-wheel drive architecture, retaining the linear acceleration feel of gasoline vehicles. |
As above, the power output logic is consistent. |
✅ Technical Advantages: The entire model lineup comes standard with an 8-tier battery cell safety protection system, proactively meeting the strictest electric vehicle safety standards set for 2026. The electric motor delivers a peak torque of 290 N·m, enabling a 0–100 km/h acceleration time of approximately 7.5–8.0 seconds, with a top speed of 185 km/h.
26.45-inch 5K Ultra-thin Integrated Display: Featuring a 32:9 ultra-wide aspect ratio, the display area is 55% larger than traditional dual-screen setups, supporting seamless multitasking as well as effortless switching between gaming, video playback, and navigation.
100-inch Glasses-free 3D HUD: A global first, utilizing binocular imaging technology with eye-tracking capabilities. Navigation arrows, speed limit signs, and lane lines appear to "float" in three dimensions over the road ahead, offering an immersive experience far superior to standard AR-HUD systems.
4nm Automotive-Grade Chip: Equipped with an 8-core CPU and 1.8 TFLOPS GPU, delivering millisecond-level response times and smoothly running 12 mainstream applications (including Kugou Music, Baidu Maps, Amap Navigation, etc.).
23-Speaker Dolby Atmos System: Supports 7.1.4 channel audio configuration, creating a mobile concert hall-grade listening experience.
AI Intelligent Cockpit: Features four distinct scenario modes—AI Living Room, Game Room, Karaoke Room, and Cinema Room. The voice assistant supports four-zone recognition, allowing every occupant in the vehicle to interact independently.
Perception System: Comprising 5 high-definition cameras, 5 millimeter-wave radars, and 12 ultrasonic radars, capable of precisely identifying 6 core object categories (pedestrians, vehicles, lane lines, traffic lights, obstacles, and bicycles).
Functional Coverage: Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist, Automatic Emergency Braking, Traffic Sign Recognition, Customizable Parking Assist, and Remote Parking.
Safety Commitment: All models come standard with a comprehensive airbag system, including 4 front airbags, 4 side airbags, 2 knee airbags, and 2 rear side airbags—totaling 9 airbags.
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market |
name |
Power version |
Estimated Price |
Launch date |
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China |
EZ -60 Year of the Horse Special Edition |
Pure electric/Range extended |
Starting from ¥139,900 |
It was listed in April 2026. |
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Europe and America |
Mazda CX- 6e |
The pure electric version is only |
£45,000 (approximately $57,000) |
End of 2026 |
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Southeast Asia |
EZ - 60 |
Pure electric/Range extended |
443.8 million Vietnamese Dong (approximately ¥135,000) |
Q3 2026 |
🌍 Strategic Significance: As the first global strategic model jointly developed by Changan and Mazda, the EZ-60/CX-6e represents a pivotal step in Mazda's electrification transformation. Built upon Changan's EPA platform—sharing its technical lineage with the Deepal S07—the vehicle achieves distinct brand differentiation through Mazda's signature "Kodo" design language and unique driving dynamics tuning, truly embodying the spirit of "Intelligently Made in China, Shared Globally."
The 2026 Changan Mazda EZ-60 "Year of the Horse Special Edition" is far more than a simple facelift; it represents a fundamental redefinition of the value proposition for new energy SUVs. Through its globally award-winning aesthetics, the driving pleasure of a rear-wheel-drive electric powertrain, and a revolutionary intelligent cockpit, it demonstrates that the philosophy of "Jinba Ittai"—the perfect unity between car and driver—belongs not only to traditional fuel-powered vehicles but, even more so, to the future. Whether you find yourself in Chongqing, Berlin, or Los Angeles, this vehicle conveys a singular message: true luxury is never loud.