MAZDA'S FUTURE BEGINS IN 2022 WITH RWD, INLINE 6, PHEV, AND MUCH MORE

EV Channels Review

Mazda has unveiled a compelling vision for its future, centered around electrification and enhanced performance, with a significant focus on new inline-six engines and a rear-wheel-drive platform. The brand aims for all its vehicles to be electrified in some form by 2030. Key highlights include the development of new Skyactiv-X and inline-six engines, with a RWD/AWD architecture planned for larger models like the CX-9 and potentially a new Mazda6. The company is also investing in its own EV platform, set to debut in 2025, alongside a range of hybrid and plug-in hybrid models. While the reviewer expresses excitement for Mazda's return to inline-six engines and RWD, they also note the uncertainty surrounding specific EV model introductions and the potential for shared technology with Toyota for hybrid systems. The safety advancements, particularly the Mazda Co-Pilot system, are also discussed, drawing parallels to Lexus's Teammate. Overall, Mazda's strategy appears to be a balanced approach, retaining its driving dynamics while embracing electrification.