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Having joined the Mazda CX-60 PHEV in Mazda’s SUV line-up earlier this year, the Association of Scottish Motoring Writers (ASMW) judges handed the new e-Skyactiv D MHEV CX-60 diesel their Best Large SUV title - following on from the Best Plug-in Hybrid in Scotland title taken by the CX-60 PHEV last year. Available at Western and Barnetts now, the CX-60 e-Skyactiv D MHEV is offered in three highly specified model grades: Exclusive-Line, Homura and Takumi.
Demonstrating Mazda’s commitment to a multi-solution approach to sustainable mobility and the principal of the right solution at the right time, the Mazda CX-60 e-Skyactiv-D MHEV offers the perfect solution for many private buyers, higher-mileage drivers or anyone who tows regularly. Another example of Mazda’s never stop challenging approach to engine development, the all-new 3.3-litre in-line six-cylinder diesel engine features Distribution-Controlled Partially Premixed Compression Ignition (DCPCI) Technology. This highly innovative advanced combustion technology makes the new e-Skyactiv D unit one of the cleanest diesel engines in the world, achieving a thermal efficiency of over 40%.
Commenting on the CX-60, ASMW President Alisdair Suttie, said: “in a year when several large SUV contenders were launched, it’s all credit to the Mazda CX-60 that it saw off some very able competition. The judges were impressed with the CX-60’s blend of luxury, comfort and quality. Refinement from the smooth six-cylinder diesel engine shows this form of propulsion is also far from done when it comes to mixing performance and economy”.
The six-cylinder e-Skyactiv D unit is offered with a choice of two power outputs: 200ps and 450Nm with rear-wheel drive and 254ps and 550Nm with Mazda i-Activ AWD (all-wheel drive). The 200ps output engine is singularly offered in Exclusive-Line trim where it is matched to rear-wheel drive, additionally Exclusive-Line can also be specified with the higher-output 254ps version of the new engine and here features all-wheel drive. The Homura is offered exclusively with the 254ps AWD drivetrain, as is the range-topping Takumi grade.
In addition to the latest recognition for the Mazda CX-60, the ASMW judges once again awarded the current-generation Mazda MX-5, which took the overall Drop Top of the Year title in 2015 and 2017. Adding to its extensive tally of SCOTY awards, this year the Mazda MX-5 was named Best Used Car for under £15k.
Commenting on another award for the Mazda MX-5, ASMW President Alisdair Suttie, said: “they say the answer to almost any question is the MX-5, and our judges certainly agree with that when it comes to buying a brilliant used car for less than £15,000. Easy to live with and even easier to fall in love with, the MX-5 is a sports car you can buy with your head and heart”.
Customers buying a Mazda MX-5 via the Mazda Approved Used Cars scheme benefit from the reassurance of a multipoint inspection, independent mileage check, a one-year unlimited mileage warranty, one-year roadside assistance and MOT protection to name just a few of the advantages.
Commenting on both award wins, Mark Gunn, General Manager, Western and Barnetts Mazda, said: “Winning both Best Large SUV and Best Used Car under £15k at the Scottish Car of The Year Awards is a brilliant achievement for Mazda and thoroughly well deserved for two truly fantastic cars. With another award for our sports car brand icon and a recognition of our newest SUV for the second year in succession, it’s great that the ASMW continue to highlight and appreciate the appeal of Mazda vehicles for our Scottish customers.”
For more information on Western and Barnetts Mazda, or Mazda’s award-winning range, visit the showrooms located in Edinburgh or Dundee or contact our team directly.
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