Zeekr X vs Mazda CX-6e

The Zeekr X starts from $49,900 before on-road costs, while the Mazda CX-6e opens at $59,106. That makes the Zeekr X the more affordable entry point by $9,206.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $54,890 and $65,017 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Zeekr X and Mazda CX-6e hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Zeekr X packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Mazda CX-6e.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Zeekr X and 9 in the Mazda CX-6e. The Zeekr X adds a 360-degree camera that the Mazda CX-6e misses.

The Zeekr X features a 14.6-inch touchscreen, while the Mazda CX-6e gets a 26.5-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Zeekr X stands out with V2L, Yamaha audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Mazda CX-6e. The Mazda CX-6e counters with ventilated seats and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Zeekr X uses a Electric producing 200kW and 343Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds.

The Mazda CX-6e responds with a Electric making 190kW and 290Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels.

The Zeekr X has the clear power advantage at 200kW vs 190kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 66kWh (Zeekr X) vs 77.9kWh (Mazda CX-6e), giving WLTP ranges of 540km and 484km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Zeekr X) vs 150kW (Mazda CX-6e).

The Zeekr X measures 4,432mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 418mm shorter than the Mazda CX-6e at 4,850mm (2,902mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda CX-6e generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 239L in the Zeekr X and 468L in the Mazda CX-6e, giving the Mazda CX-6e a 229L advantage.

For towing, the Mazda CX-6e leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 200,000km (Zeekr X) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-6e). Both match on warranty length.