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Mazda has confirmed that its first electric sedan, the MAZDA EZ-6, will be launched as a global model. The vehicle, which was recently showcased to users in China, marks Mazda’s entry into the global new energy vehicle market. Production began in July at Changan Mazda, Mazda’s joint venture in China. This move solidifies Changan Mazda as Mazda’s exclusive Chinese new energy R&D and production base. The MAZDA EZ-6 is set for a global launch in the fall of 2024, initially targeting the Chinese and European markets.
Key Highlights:
- Global Launch: The MAZDA EZ-6 will be Mazda’s first global new energy vehicle, available in China and Europe in fall 2024.
- Production Base: Changan Mazda in China serves as the exclusive R&D and production hub for the MAZDA EZ-6.
- High Regard: The vehicle made its global debut at the Beijing International Auto Show, with Mazda and Changan executives in attendance.
- Advanced Technology: The MAZDA EZ-6 features Level 2.5 autonomous driving, a 7nm Qualcomm SA8155P chip, and advanced parking capabilities.
- Dynamic Performance: Mazda leverages its expertise in dynamic performance tuning to enhance driving pleasure, continuing its Jinba-Ittai philosophy.
Mazda’s first electric sedan, the MAZDA EZ-6, represents a significant step forward in the company’s commitment to new energy vehicles. The vehicle was first showcased at Mazda’s headquarters in Hiroshima to users from China, highlighting its importance as a truly global model. Production commenced in July at Changan Mazda, and the vehicle will be the cornerstone of Mazda’s new energy strategy.
The MAZDA EZ-6 will officially launch in the fall of 2024, with its initial release in the Chinese and European markets. The vehicle made its global debut at the Beijing International Auto Show in April, where Mazda President Masahiro Moro and Changan Automobile Chairman Zhu Huairong jointly highlighted its significance.
Although the MAZDA EZ-6 represents a shift towards electric vehicles, Mazda has ensured that the driving experience remains exceptional. The company’s European R&D center played a key role in tuning the vehicle’s dynamic performance, drawing on Mazda’s extensive expertise from the gasoline vehicle era.
In terms of technology, this is equipped with leading-edge intelligence and electrification technology from Changan Automobile, Mazda’s partner in China. The vehicle boasts Level 2.5 autonomous driving assistance, a 7nm Qualcomm SA8155P chip, four high-definition panoramic cameras, and twelve high-performance ultrasonic radars, enabling a range of intelligent driving scenarios.
Mazda’s commitment to innovation and quality is evident in the MAZDA EZ-6, positioning it as a key player in the global electric vehicle market.
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