Although the CX-60 boasts the highest quality quality among domestic SUVs, we hear only bad rumors about recalls and ride comfort.
I was able to rent a PHV model in Tokyo late at night, but the car ran in the rain in an unexpected way…
Let’s take a look at the interior and exterior, which have been rubbed off by others, and report on the driving feel in question.
Summary at the beginning
Contrary to its appearance as a “big, elegant SUV for city driving,” it was a genuine sports machine.
The front-mid engine layout allows for surprisingly agile turning ability, and the engine is so fast that it buzzes around so energetically that it’s a bit scary.
However, to ride in the rain, the tire grip did not have the absolute maximum performance or stability, and every time I went over a bump I felt like I was slipping momentarily, which was scary.
About the exterior and interior
About appearance
The CX-60’s favorite is probably this specification with its black glossy dovetail wheels.
Even if you see it on the street, its styling will make you wonder, “What is that elegant and beautiful car?”
The fender moldings, which are painted in glossy black and the same color as the body, are well used to give it a solid impression.
This is the model I rode.
The small wheels and plastic fender moldings make it a waste.
If anyone is considering purchasing one, I hope they don’t skimp on the exterior.
The taillights shine beautifully.
It also blends into the Harumi Flag townscape.
About the interior
It’s been talked about a lot on the internet, so I’m going to skip over it.
The leather on the steering wheel is a little thin, but the surface is smooth and feels firm when you grip it, giving it a BMW-like feel.
The first thing that confused me was the shift. There have been several times when he thought it wouldn’t work no matter what he tried, only to find that the system wouldn’t turn on, just the ignition.
It is an upside-down version of L, and you press the button while moving to the left and then lowering it.
It’s easy to use once you get used to it because you can’t mistake reverse for parking.
P is at the top right, D is at the bottom left, and R is at the top left. All gears are moved in different directions, so there are no mistakes.
Even if you see it for the first time, you will be able to use it right away. It is upwardly compatible with the Prius Shift.
Is it because I wasn’t pressing the brake pedal too hard, was it because of the button press time, or is it just a matter of getting used to it…
Now, the horizontally wide center console gives a sense of the car’s status, but I am dissatisfied with the fact that the cup holders are far away . In particular, you can’t reach the drinks at the back unless you extend your arm.
The interior is spacious, which is unusual for a domestically produced car, but considering the usability of drinks and the impact that the size and weight of the car have on driving, I don’t think it’s something to praise outright.
Air conditioner panels are physical. It’s elegant, easy to see, and easy to use, and it’s in pretty good condition among commercially available cars.
I’ve heard some people complain about the fact that the temperature up and down controls are separated into left and right sides, but I think you’ll get used to it soon. Even at night, it lights up in red and blue so you won’t have to make any mistakes when operating it.
Unfortunately, the navigation is not a touch panel.
I wouldn’t say that the operation system of this info system is bad, but I think it would be better if you could operate it intuitively with your fingers…
I wish the LCD would be larger and closer to the front during the next big minor change, like on the Lexus NX…
There is no hole in the door that you can put your hand in, so you basically have to pull the handle to close it. It was difficult to close the door gently, so I was a little disappointed as I like to close doors carefully and gently.
The door is quite heavy due to the size of the car, but you can use the principle of leverage, so it’s surprisingly manageable.
The LCD meter is easy to read and artistic.
When you switch to sports mode, it tightens up all at once, creating a fantastic world view. It’s probably the divine element of the CX-60. Mazda’s artistry is exploding without a limiter and it’s very cool.
Combined with the sound of the engine, I feel something that resonates with my sensibilities.
Actual driving impression
Regarding handling and large body size
First of all, the car body is obviously huge. This is the state of car sharing stations. Pitch pichi.
When I returned the car, I tried my best to move it to the left, which gave me a little more room, but I still didn’t have enough space to get in and out of the car. The doors are not heavy or thin, so they are narrow enough to make getting in and out of the car a chore .
Since this station also has a Jimny, I thought they should at least put a Jimny next to it instead of a Forester.
However, the visibility itself is not as bad as expected, and if you handle it carefully by looking into the mirror or leaning out of the window, you will be able to handle it surprisingly well.
Even if you buy it knowing that it’s a ridiculous size, you can make up for it with your maneuverability.
What is surprising the minimum turning radius is only 5.4 meters . is that
The size of the vehicle itself has nothing to do with it, but thanks to this turning radius, it is possible to turn in a way that is hard to imagine considering its large size.
Furthermore, the steering wheel is heavy from the moment it starts moving, and people who don’t have enough strength may find it a bit difficult.
About the powertrain
In normal mode, acceleration comes one tempo later. It runs quietly in the city, but the ride quality is jerky both front and rear, and from side to side, making the image of “elegant” impossible to use in a report on the driving experience.
The engine sound is surprisingly pleasant. The sensual reverberations in the high rotation range are like an orchestra.
I feel like the engine sound is coming from the speakers due to the direction of the sound, but I’m very satisfied if the sound can be made to resonate this clearly.
[Sensuality that shakes the soul] The engine sound of the CX-60 resonates so pleasantly that it pierces through! ️
As for the acceleration performance, if you press hard enough, it will continue to increase to the point where it’s so fast that it’s scary.
However, the rear tires did not have enough grip to run on the rainy Shuto Expressway, and the car would slip just by going over a bump, causing a loss of acceleration and grip.
About the transmission
The ride taste reminded me of when I was riding a 2017 GT-R. Of course, this is meant in a bad way.
between starting from a traffic light and accelerating to about 40km/h . about three times It seems that the car shifts
This a jerky feeling when accelerating , and the vehicle may be shaken not only up and down but also back and forth. causes
The choice of not having a CVT matches the character of the vehicle, but I wondered why they would choose such a hard-driving transmission for an SUV that looks like it could drive elegantly around town.
Note that when operating the manual shift, automatic upshifts will not occur even if you continue to press the button.
About handling
First of all, I want you to take a look at this engine room.
Since the car also carries a straight-six diesel engine, there is a large space at the front, a completely front-mid-engined car making it . I want you to remember this
Well, I tried stepping on it in the rain, but it was obvious that the grip of the tires was insufficient .
When accelerating suddenly, the car will immediately slip and stop accelerating, and when decelerating, if you apply a strong load to the front on the rickety anti-drowsiness pavement, you will feel that it won’t stop. .
in the rain Every time I went over a step, I felt like I was slipping, and to be honest , it was scary .
Due to its weight and tire grip, it has a roadster-like driving feel, for better or for worse.
Unless you ride it under ideal conditions on a sunny day, you won’t be able to appreciate the true driving performance of this car.
The driving performance is so good that you can’t imagine it considering its large size and 2-ton weight .
When you turn the steering wheel suddenly, the car turns sharply, almost as if it’s falling down on the spot, and you don’t feel any weight when turning in.
The vertically mounted engine in the front mid is clearly effective. No matter how you look at it, it’s a slow machine, but you can enjoy nimble cornering.
I could almost feel the lightness of the car, almost like a roadster.
However, it is not so light that it can be said that “the nose slides in just by loosening the accelerator,” nor is it able to suppress unstable movements to the extent that “the roll converges the moment you turn off the accelerator.”
While driving on the Shuto Expressway in the middle of the night in the heavy rain, I came across a BMW sedan that looked like a roulette racer, so I decided to chase it.
However, I couldn’t shake the uneasy feeling of slipping every time I went over a bump , so I wasn’t able to push through. If it was a WRX S4, I could have chased him…
There remains an element of anxiety, but at the same time, I feel that there are infinite possibilities .
The engine layout and interior and exterior are already in top condition, so the only challenge is the transmission and suspension.
It is unclear whether the transmission can be managed with just control, but there is room for significant improvement in the suspension over the years.
Well, I can’t think of many cars from Mazda that have impressively good legs, so I can’t expect too much from the manufacturer’s potential…
Well, there may be a future in which people who already drive a car will have to buy a new car again at the end of the model year.
When I get a chance to ride a car that has had a big minor change or is in late model condition, I think I’ll try it out on a dry road next time.
About ride comfort
Unfortunately, the ride is very stiff.
You won’t be able to balance it unless you increase the speed to a certain extent, which is difficult for a car that looks so glamorous around town.
The ride quality is far different from its appearance and public image, and it bounces up and down even over bumps in intersections and even small manholes, making your body shake.
Bouncing at a level where the seat and body lose contact with the ground.
If you take it as a damper that emphasizes sportiness, I think it’s just within the acceptable range. The ride was generally uncomfortable, but after renting it for about two hours and riding it, I got used to the uncomfortable ride.
However, those who had high hopes for the 6-7 million yen-priced car’s appearance will feel disappointed, as the ride quality is terrible.
Specifications/grade/price
Considering that it had a cloth seat and was a PHV, it is probably a 539-start “PHEV S package”.
I usually take a photo of the vehicle inspection certificate and identify the grade from the frame number, but this time I forgot…
When I started the configurator on the official CX60 website, there was no combination of PHV and fabric seat. It seems that the cheapest grade of the PHV model has been discontinued.
By the way, there was a time when the cheapest grade of pure gasoline was priced at 2.99 million yen, barely under 300 yen.
The price seems to have gone up a bit now, but the price is still reasonable for the quality.
The top grade is approximately 6.4 million yen.
I made a rough estimate of the cheapest grade of PHV, and it came out to be about 6.5 million yen including tax.
Now, let’s write down the specifications.
- Vehicle size is 4,740 x 1,890 x 1,685mm
- The engine is a 2.5 liter 4 cylinder naturally aspirated engine.
- Maximum engine output is 188ps/6000rpm
- Maximum engine torque is 250Nm/4000rpm
- The maximum power of the motor is 175Ps/275Nm
- Engine and motor combined: 363ps and 525Nm
- Vehicle weight is 2040kg
- Battery capacity is 7.5Ah
- Minimum turning radius is 5.4m
- Tire size is “235/60R18 103V” for both front and rear
- 4WD 8AT
- Wheelbase is 2,870mm
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