Mazda slaps improvements on PH-spec CX-60

MANILA: Mazda Philippines fired its opening salvo for 2026 by introducing an updated CX-60 — with enhancements focusing on performance and comfort.

According to the Bermaz Auto Philippines-steered distributor said that the upgrades that can be found in the hybrid vehicle builds on its class-leading style, quality, and refinement.

“Since its launch in the Philippines, more than 800 CX-60 SUVs have been sold. This makes the Philippines the largest market for the CX-60 in Asia outside of Japan, a testament to it being well-received by Filipino buyers,” President and CEO of Mazda Philippines President and Chief Executive Officer Steven Tan was quoted as saying.

“The new CX-60 enriches that by offering new refinements, making it even more unmatched in every way. These are much more than skin-deep, and is part of our commitment to continuous improvement,” he added.

Here are the add-ons that can be found in the new Mazda CX-60.

Vehicle upgrades

Improving ride experience without sacrificing driving experience, the new Mazda CX-60 has been slapped with softer rear springs, new bump stops, and dampers, as well as firmer front suspensions, relocated front knuckle mounts.

Complementing these are recalibrated steering and stability systems to bolster improve overall balance.

Further, Mazda shared that the front-engine rear-wheel drive mechanical layout distributes the lateral and longitudinal workload between the two axles. With the powertrain at the center, power is transmitted more sufficiently. The unique packaging lessened the vehicle's turning radius to 5.4 meters, smaller than other similarly-sized sport utility vehicles.

Additionally, the new Mazda CX-60 features an improved gearbox that delivers smoother and a more responsive combustion-engine-to-electric motor transitions and a wider gear range.

Under the hood of the updated Mazda CX-60 is an inline-six-cylinder engine — either in gasoline and diesel options. Here are the engine’s peak churns:

Engine option	Maximum output (in horsepower)	Peak torque (in Newton-meters)
3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-G	280	450
3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-D	250.5	550

Both engines take advantage of the Mazda Hybrid technology made up of a 48-volt hybrid system and a lithium-ion energy bank.

Inside, the new Mazda CX-60 boasts an improved insulation against noise, vibration, and harshness thanks to its thicker and denser sound insulator (on the dashboard, and trunk side trim, with increased coverage that includes the upper part of the cowl).

Reducing rattles inside the interior are the new steering column joint and reinforced doors.

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Other creature comforts that are present at the new Mazda CX-60 are:

• Three digital displays (12.3-inch instrument panel, 12.3-inch infotainment center display, and 10.4-inch heads-up display)
• Repositioned Mazda Commander Control knob
• Driver Personalization System that automatically adjusts the seat, steering wheel, Active Driving Display, and door mirrors to match the driver’s eye position.
• Frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Front seat ventilation
• Wireless device charging
• Ambient lighting
• Panoramic sunroof
• Dual-zone climate control with rear vents.

Here are some of the variant-exclusive appliques of the new Mazda CX-60.

Variant	Appliques
3.3 AWD HEV Turbo	·         Aluminum and silver metallic accents ·         Black Nappa leather seats ·         Black leather interior upholstery
3.3 AWD HEV Turbo-D Sport	·         Graphite and gun metal accents ·         Tan Nappa leather seats with quilted Leganu suede inserts

Further, the midsize sport utility vehicle is equipped with the latest generation Mazda Connect that lets occupants connect via wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This system is matched to a 12-speaker Bose Sound system.

Retailed in Rhodium White Premium, Soul Red Crystal, Machine Gray, Jet Black, Sonic Silver, Platinum Quartz, and Deep Crystal Blue, the new Mazda CX-60 can be had in the following prices:

• 3.3L AWD HEV Turbo: P 2.89 million
• 3.3L AWD HEV Turbo-D Sport: P2.99 million

Every unit is packaged with a five-year Free Service Plan that covers the expenses of periodic maintenance at either six-month or 10,000-kilometer intervals, for up to five years or 100,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. This is on top of a three-year bumper-to-bumper warranty and a five-year hybrid battery warranty.

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