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Spied: 2023 Mazda CX-60 caught undisguised – Will it come with inline-6 and RWD?

CY Foong · Nov 17, 2021 01:35 PM

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Mazda has confirmed that last week that it will be expanding its SUV line-up to 5 brand-new models starting in 2022. One of those models is the Mazda CX-60 and a couple of them have been spied completely undisguised.

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According to various media sites, the pair of CX-60s were taken in Ehime Prefecture, Japan for a commercial or B-roll footage. The images only show the front end of the SUV while the rear shots are literally covered.

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Based on the photos, the pair might show at least two variants of the CX-60. The white one appears to be a premium variant while the red one is probably a sporty trim judging on the trims – chrome on the white CX-60, black on the red CX-60.

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The Mazda grille sits large and proud much like the rest of the line-up but the grille on the CX-60 looks more squared-off. Meanwhile, the front bumper displays vertical cutouts on each side, giving a little bit more character to the SUV.

Also read: 2020 Mazda CX-30 is officially Japan’s most beautiful car

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The Mazda CX-60 is expected to be launched in 2022 and is positioned above the CX-5. It along with the CX-80 are planned to be launched for the European and Japanese market but Mazda hasn’t ruled out other markets including Malaysia.

Also read: 5 new SUVs confirmed - Mazda CX-50, CX-60, CX-70, CX-80, CX-90 starting 2022

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Both the 2-row CX-60 and 3-row CX-80 are focused on markets with "narrower roads and smaller parking lots" that are favourable in Japan and Europe. Meanwhile, the just-launched CX-50, 2-row CX-70, and 3-row CX-90 are wider and more focused on the North American market.

Also read: 2022 Mazda CX-50 debuts - CX-30's rugged, off-roading twin, SkyActiv engines

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It is still uncertain what goes under the CX-60 but during its SUV expansion announcement, Mazda has revealed that its new range of SUVs will feature newly developed engines and powertrains.

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Chief among them is a range of 6-cylinder petrol and diesel engines which are available on a brand-new rear-wheel-drive (RWD) platform. Perhaps the CX-60 could feature that configuration or perhaps it will share the same front-/all-wheel-drive layout just like the CX-5.

Recall that the inline-6 unit and RWD layout are also expected to be in the all-new Mazda 6.

Also read: Look hard enough, and you will see the all-new 2022 Mazda 6’s inline 6-cylinder engine

 

CY Foong

Writer

Traded advertising for a career that fits his passion for cars. Enjoys spotting cars during his free time and has a soft spot for Japanese Kei cars but drives a thirsty manual sedan.

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