New SP Hybrid is Base Model For the CX-60 Line-Up

There’s a new base model in Mazda’s CX-60 range dubbed SP grade, and priced at $69,990 plus ORCs. It features the 209kW/450Nm 3.3 litre six-cylinder petrol hybrid powertrain mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission and Mazda’s i-Active AWD system.

Standard items include leather seat trim (electrically adjustable and with front seat heating), black metallic 20-inch alloy wheels, and LED headlights.

Previously the least expensive offering was the CX-60 Touring PHEV at $73,490. However, that is being phased out for this new model. The SP Hybrid is due to arrive around Christmas. 

Read our Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV review.

Other standard features include gloss black exterior mirror caps and black chrome signature wing and honeycomb front grille. There’s also a powered tailgate, surround view mirror, and the seating personalisation system as standard.

The blackout styling theme offers a sportier presence to the range. There are multiple drive modes, and a 2500kg braked tow rating. The 48v mild hybrid system has a claimed mean fuel consumption figure of 7.9 l/100 km and CO 2 emissions of 178 g/km. 

Move up to the $81,990 CX-60 Homura and you also get a premium Bose audio system, electric steering column adjustment, a heated steering wheel and rear seats, and an uprated Surround View Monitor (featuring See-Through View). The other additions comprise a panoramic glass sunroof and adaptive LED headlights. CX-60 Homura is available with the same mild hybrid IL6 powertrain as the SP or a 2.5L IL4-based plug-in hybrid system.

Headlining the range is the CX-60 Takami. Available only with the PHEV powertrain, CX-60 Takami ($84,990) adds white Nappa Leather upholstery with maple wood inserts throughout the cabin, and woven cloth with exposed stitching on the instrument panel inserts.

All Mazdas come with a five year/unlimited mileage warranty, roadside assistance and free scheduled servicing for the first five years/100,000km.