Mazda Australia has confirmed fuel consumption and emissions figures for its CX-60’s 3.3-litre inline six, which sees the big turbo petrol motor match the economy of a non-turbo CX-5.

    The Japanese brand confirmed this week the 3.3-litre e-Skyactiv G motor – dubbed G40e in the variant line-up – will use 7.4 litres per 100km on the combined cycle, which matches the claim of non-turbo CX-5 G25 2.5-litre models.

    That’s despite the 3.3-litre turbo petrol, which also boasts 48V mild-hybrid assistance, offering almost twice the amount of torque (450Nm) and 50 per cent more power (209kW) than its smaller stablemate.

    Further, the CX-60 G40e’s emissions rating is quoted at 171g/km on the combined cycle, which is 10 per cent less than the G35 2.5-litre turbo offered higher up in the Mazda CX-5 range. Even better, the 3.3-litre e-Skyactiv G remains compatible with cheaper 91 RON unleaded fuel.

    Mazda says the CX-60 G40e’s 6.9-second 0-100km/h claim is also 0.8 seconds faster than a CX-5 Turbo.

    “The larger displacement of the 3.3-litre Mazda CX-60 e-Skyactiv G – which is compatible with 91 RON fuel – actually improves efficiency, as the higher volume of air enables more complete combustion and a wider lean-burn range, leading to lower consumption and reduced NOx emissions,” Mazda says in its media release.

    This latest announcement completes the efficiency and emissions data portfolio for the CX-60, as Australian details for the 3.3-litre e-Skyactiv D diesel and 2.5-litre e-Skyactiv PHEV have already been confirmed.

    Mazda CX-60 Efficiency Specs:

    • 3.3-litre G40e e-Skyactiv G: 7.1L/100km, 171g/km
    • 3.3-litre D50e e-Skyactiv D: 4.9L/100km, 128g/km
    • 2.5-litre e-Skyactiv PHEV: 2.1L/100km, 49g/km

    The CX-60 PHEV also quotes an EV driving range of up to 76 kilometres from its 17.8kWh lithium-ion battery, at speeds of up to 100km/h.

    The all-new Mazda CX-60 will arrive in Australian showrooms from June, with three distinct trim levels available with all three aforementioned powertrains.

    Pricing starts at $59,800 for the entry-level G40e Evolve, and tops out at $85,675 for the P50e Azami plug-in hybrid. All prices exclude on-road costs.

    For the full Mazda CX-60 price and specs breakdown, click here.

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    James Wong

    James is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne, Australia. Before joining CarExpert.com.au in 2020, James has worked at leading auto media outlets including Carsales and CarAdvice, as well as at Pulse agency for Ford Australia's communications team. In 2019 James made Mumbrella's 'Top 20 most prolific web authors in Australia' list after publishing 1,360 articles between March 1, 2018 and February 28, 2019 for CarAdvice. James is also an Ambassador for Drive Against Depression – an Australian charity whose mission is to support mental wellness through the freedom of driving and a shared love of cars.

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