MAZDA CX60 DRIVING REVIEW E-SKYACTIV IN GERMANY (US CX70)! IS IT THE PREMIUM CX-5?

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The Mazda CX-60 represents Mazda's ambitious entry into the premium SUV segment, aiming to rival established players like the BMW X3. The reviewer highlights the CX-60's striking exterior design and the premium feel of its interior, particularly praising the "Takumi" trim's bright fabric and wood accents as potentially the best Mazda interior seen to date. However, the interior's comfort is questioned, with seats described as potentially too firm, especially the animal skin variants, and rear legroom is noted as disappointing. The reviewer also finds the infotainment system's reliance on a rotary dial (except for Apple CarPlay/Android Auto) and the complex gear shifter design to be drawbacks. Driving dynamics are a mixed bag; while the CX-60 offers strong acceleration and improved noise insulation over early prototypes, the reviewer notes that the ride can still be stiff, especially with 20-inch wheels, and the transitions of the plug-in hybrid system are not entirely seamless. Crucially, the reviewer concludes that despite significant improvements, the CX-60 lacks the engaging, driver-focused character that defines Mazda, making the older, more perfected CX-5 a more compelling choice for driving enthusiasts, even if the CX-60 offers a more premium aesthetic and the availability of six-cylinder engines.