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Mazda unveils new electric SUV EZ-60

Following the launch of the electric sedan EZ-6, the collaboration between Mazda and automotive manufacturer Changan continues with the introduction of another new crossover model – the Mazda EZ-60.

Like the previously showcased EZ-6 sedan, the Mazda EZ-60 is fundamentally built on the modular platform EPA1 developed by Changan. This means it shares very similar specifications with the Deepal S07 crossover.

The exterior design of the Mazda EZ-60 aligns with Mazda’s modern Kodo design philosophy.

Notable features include a grid structure and illuminated front logo, separated headlight design, hidden door handles, and the presence of side cameras.

A striking feature is the air vent located on the C-pillar, designed to reduce drag coefficient, thereby aiding in achieving a longer driving range.

The minimalist approach is also reflected at the rear, where the Mazda EZ-60 features elongated LED tail lights that extend towards the center, along with the word “MAZDA” replacing the traditional logo.

Based on its dimensions, it is highly likely that the Mazda EZ-60 shares nearly identical measurements with the Deepal S07 SUV, as previously presented by Bermaz earlier this year.

In terms of dimensions, the Deepal S07 measures 4,750 mm in length, 1,930 mm in width, 1,625 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,900 mm.

In the Chinese market, the Deepal S07 is available with a single electric motor option producing either 218 hp or 258 hp.

There are two battery pack options available: a 66.8 kWh pack offering a range of 520 km, or a 79.97 kWh pack providing a range of up to 620 km (CLTC data).

More information about this electric SUV will be revealed ahead of the Shanghai Auto Show 2025, which is set to take place later this month.

Deepal to enter Malaysia via Bermaz Auto, launch slated for mid-2025

Bermaz Auto Berhad (BAuto) has successfully acquired the distribution rights for another electric vehicle brand from China, namely Deepal, reports Maybank Investment Bank.

Deepal is owned by Changan Automobile, which is one of the top four automotive groups in China after BYD, Chery, and Geely.

A filing with Bursa dated November 25, 2024 confirms that the distribution rights for Deepal have been granted to Bermaz Changan Sdn Bhd (BCSB), which is 85% owned by BAuto.

According to the report, the launch of Deepal is expected to take place around mid-2025, with models entering the Malaysian market including the S05 compact SUV and the S07 mid-size SUV.

The S05 is equipped with a 56.12 kWh LFP battery, offering a range of approximately 510 km based on the CLTC cycle, as well as an electric motor on the rear axle producing 238 PS and 320 Nm, enabling it to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds.

The Maybank report noted that 21,700 units of the S05 were sold in China within a month following its launch in October.

In addition to the EV version, the S05 is also available in a Range Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV) variant, featuring a 1.5-litre engine as a generator, an electric motor, and a 27.28 kWh battery.

In Thailand, the S07 comes with an NMC battery with capacities ranging from 68.82 kWh to 79.97 kWh, providing a driving range of approximately 485 to 520 km (NEDC). Like the S05, it is also available in a REEV version.

In China, the model features a 68.82 kWh LFP battery with a CLTC range of around 520 km, and an electric motor on the rear axle generating 258 PS and 320 Nm.

Both models are likely to be imported as Completely Built Units (CBU) from Changan’s new production facility located in Rayong, Thailand.