2023 MAZDA CX-60 REVIEW: THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING

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The Mazda CX-60 is presented as a significant step up for Mazda, aiming for the premium market with impressive results. The interior, particularly in the Azumi Takumi trim, is lauded for its luxury, rivaling German competitors with high-quality materials like Nappa leather and real wood. The reviewer highlights the comfortable ride and the sophisticated human-machine interface, though expresses a wish for a fully touchscreen infotainment system. The vehicle's exterior design is also praised for its elegance. Performance is a strong suit, with all three powertrains – a 3.3L inline-six petrol, a 3.3L inline-six turbo diesel, and a PHEV – delivering strong acceleration figures. The petrol and diesel inline-six engines are particularly praised for their sound, responsiveness, and the rear-wheel-drive biased handling, offering a more engaging driving experience than expected from a Mazda SUV. While the PHEV offers good efficiency and power, it's noted as feeling less engaging than the combustion engines. The reviewer points out that while the CX-60 is priced at a premium for Mazda, it offers excellent value when compared to more expensive German rivals, making it a compelling, albeit not inexpensive, option for driving enthusiasts seeking luxury.