Mazda electric 6e undercuts Model 3 with $49,990 starting price
Mazda's new electric 6e costs from $49,990, undercutting the Tesla Model 3.
Mazda has brought the 6 back as a fully electric sedan built in China. It's a direct rival to the Tesla Model 3.
The 6e starts at $49,990 before on-road costs, which undercuts the Model 3 Premium RWD at $54,900. A single rear motor delivers 190kW and 290Nm from a 78kWh battery.
Real-world testing showed energy use of 14.5kWh per 100 km. The car has a 14.6-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated and ventilated seats, and a Sony sound system.
Electric vehicle sales are surging in Australia. In the first half of 2026, the ACT saw more EV sales than petrol cars.
- $49,990
- Starting price
- 190kW and 290Nm
- Motor power
- 2060 units
- ACT EV sales Q2 2026
- Changan Mazda in Nanjing
- Built by
Why it mattersEV buyers now have a cheaper, feature-rich choice beyond Tesla, expanding the market for affordable electric cars.
AustraliaAustralian drivers can buy a well-equipped electric sedan for almost $5,000 less than a comparable Tesla, with real-world efficiency matching Tesla's own performance.
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