The Mazda 6e Hits Australian Roads: Media Verdicts on the Award-Winning EV
The all-new, all-electric Mazda 6e was put through its paces when leading Australian automotive media attended the first Australian drive through the picturesque Byron Bay Hinterlands.
With its sweeping coastal roads, winding mountain passes and varied driving conditions, the region provided the ideal setting for journalists to experience Mazda's newest electric vehicle. From smooth open highways to technical, twisting roads, the route showcased the Mazda 6e's dynamic capability, refinement and comfort in a range of real-world environments.
Mazda 6e - What The Press Have To Say: https://youtu.be/Ue07-BXXcSQ
Alex Dalrymple, 4 Wheels & A Seat: "This is an EV for people who really enjoy driving."
Shana Slotin, Drive Thru Media: "A very beautifully designed car."
Alex Dalrymple, 4 Wheels & A Seat: "This car is a fantastic example of Mazda's Kodo design language."
Ged Bulmer, RACQ: "It's a pretty classy-looking machine."
Stephen Ottley, CarsGuide: "In terms of design, on the surface, it is unmistakably a Mazda. And look, there's no doubt it's a handsome car. So handsome, in fact, that it won the 2026 World Car Design Award for an electric vehicle."
Ged Bulmer, RACQ: "As you can see, it's really well kitted out in here, with lovely suede-like textured material on the seats and dashboard, and this nice satin chrome finish that really sets it off. It's quite a classy interior."
Shana Slotin, Drive Thru Media: "They're sporty-looking, they're beautiful. It's got the two-tone finish with the stripe. This is just overall a very, very, very sexy cabin."
Nathan Ponchard, Chasing Cars: "And the quality, like I said, is actually really impressive. It's refined and quiet in here too. In the back, there is a ton of legroom. It's a really good alternative to an SUV because there's plenty of room in this car."
Stephen Corby, The Australian: "This thing is really nice to drive. It's smooth and has a really nice ride."
Nathan Ponchard, Chasing Cars: "Going into a corner is really, really easy. It sits nice and flat. I really like it. I think it drives really well. You should easily be able to get 500 km out of this car in regular driving, which is actually quite impressive. I think the power and torque are better than we thought they were going to be as well. It's actually a really pleasant car to be in. Those aspects of it make it feel like tremendous value for money."
Shana Slotin, Drive Thru Media: "Overall, I think this is a really great family option. The space is very generous. It's a good alternative for people who want to move to an EV. It has a really good amount of range. There's a lot here that is going to be very appealing to a certain demographic."
Alex Dalrymple, 4 Wheels & A Seat: "It has something that is so distinctively Mazda about it. Call it zoom-zoom if you want."
Ged Bulmer, RACQ: "It's a beautifully styled vehicle and it's really nicely finished and detailed. Most importantly, it offers a well-rounded package in terms of ride, handling, and performance, and it's competitively priced against key rivals including the Tesla Model 3 and the BYD Seal."
Nathan Ponchard, Chasing Cars: "I think they've done a really great job of making it refined, smooth, comfortable, and enjoyable to ride in, while ultimately delivering incredible value for money."
Stephen Corby, The Australian: "If you're going to buy an EV, you have to seriously look at one of these. Well played, Mazda."
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Throughout the drive, media praised the Mazda 6e's striking Kodo design—recently recognised with the prestigious World Car Design of the Year award—along with its exceptional value proposition, luxurious and high-quality interior, and Mazda’s signature driving dynamics.
Together, these attributes reinforced the Mazda 6e's position as a compelling new entrant to Australia's growing electric vehicle market.
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What Australia's Leading Automotive Journalists Say About the Mazda 6e:
"You should be able to easily get 500km out of this car in regular driving, which is actually quite impressive.” – Chasing Cars
“It deserves to be part of your research. It looks stunning, is snazzy inside, and, for the first time in a long time, gives Mazda a proper contender in the EV space.” – Carsales
"I think this is one of the most appealing options in this part of the market because the value is exceptional. You're buying a big name brand with plenty of local backing, and the drive experience is great." – The Right Car?
“As far as we’re concerned, it has a lot more soul, particularly in its design, than a Model 3. That in itself is enough to sway us the way of the Mazda.” – GoAuto
The Mazda 6e is available to test drive and order now at Mazda dealerships nationwide.
