2026 Mazda CX-5: Next generation of brand's best-seller leaked

The next-generation Mazda CX-5 is just around the corner, and what appears to be the first official image of the new Toyota RAV4 rival has now been leaked.
Published on the Coche Spias forum and attributed to Car Design News on Instagram, the image shows the new mid-size SUV in what appears to be a studio.
The new CX-5 is set to be revealed between July and September this year, per previous reports. That points to a local launch no earlier than late this year, but more likely in 2026.
It maintains a similar silhouette to the current model, and retains certain design elements like the steeply raked rear-quarter window.
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There continues to be a wide grille with chrome detailing at its base, but there also appears to be black plastic trim connecting the headlights, which spill more into the grille area more than before.
Previous spy photos have shown the CX-5 will feature a more angular tailgate with tail-lights inspired by the larger CX-60.
According to industry sources, the CX-5 could grow by as much as 110mm in length over the current model – something which would put it even closer to the larger and more premium CX-60.
The current CX-5 in Australian showrooms measures up to 4575mm long, while the CX-60 is 4740mm long.
But while the new CX-5 is expected to get closer to the CX-60 in size, the two SUVs will continue to be differentiated mechanically.
Joining the powertrain lineup, however, will be a new hybrid system developed in-house, which will be mated with Mazda's new Skyactiv-Z 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine.
This new engine, which will share components with the brand's existing 2.5-litre, will offer greater performance and fuel economy than before, while also meeting strict Euro 7 emissions regulations in Europe, and both LEV4 and Tier 4 regulations in North America.
Mazda claims the Skyactiv-Z engine achieves lower emissions without any drops in output, as opposed to conventional engines which it says would result in a 30 per cent output drop.
We can therefore expect naturally aspirated and hybrid 2.5-litre four-cylinder powertrains in the new CX-5, though it's unclear at this stage if a turbocharged version will continue to be offered.
The current CX-5 is also still available in Japan with a 2.2-litre twin-turbo diesel, though this was retired in Australia for model year 2024.
The existing CX-5 (pictured below) is a crucial vehicle for Mazda in Australia, where it has been the brand's best-seller since 2019.
Last year the Mazda CX-5 was the eighth best-selling new vehicle in Australia, placing third in the high-volume mid-size SUV segment which it once dominated, behind the RAV4 and Mitsubishi Outlander.
The mid-size SUV, which entered production back in 2016 but featuring underpinnings dating back to 2012, is holding onto the bronze medal thus far this year.
To the end of May, Mazda has delivered 9409 examples – below the RAV4 (21,613) and Outlander (10,203), but keeping the fresher Hyundai Tucson (7940), Kia Sportage (8723) and Nissan X-Trail (7209) at bay.
It has managed to maintain its strong sales volumes despite the absence of hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains like those seen in its aforementioned rivals; Mazda doesn't even offer a mild-hybrid system in the CX-5 locally, though a 24V system is offered overseas.
Mazda does currently offer a mid-size hybrid SUV – the CX-50, featuring hybrid tech from Toyota – but this is only offered in a handful of markets including China and the US.
MORE: Everything Mazda CX-5
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
The next-generation Mazda CX-5 is just around the corner, and what appears to be the first official image of the new Toyota RAV4 rival has now been leaked.
Published on the Coche Spias forum and attributed to Car Design News on Instagram, the image shows the new mid-size SUV in what appears to be a studio.
The new CX-5 is set to be revealed between July and September this year, per previous reports. That points to a local launch no earlier than late this year, but more likely in 2026.
It maintains a similar silhouette to the current model, and retains certain design elements like the steeply raked rear-quarter window.
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There continues to be a wide grille with chrome detailing at its base, but there also appears to be black plastic trim connecting the headlights, which spill more into the grille area more than before.
Previous spy photos have shown the CX-5 will feature a more angular tailgate with tail-lights inspired by the larger CX-60.
According to industry sources, the CX-5 could grow by as much as 110mm in length over the current model – something which would put it even closer to the larger and more premium CX-60.
The current CX-5 in Australian showrooms measures up to 4575mm long, while the CX-60 is 4740mm long.
But while the new CX-5 is expected to get closer to the CX-60 in size, the two SUVs will continue to be differentiated mechanically.
Joining the powertrain lineup, however, will be a new hybrid system developed in-house, which will be mated with Mazda's new Skyactiv-Z 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine.
This new engine, which will share components with the brand's existing 2.5-litre, will offer greater performance and fuel economy than before, while also meeting strict Euro 7 emissions regulations in Europe, and both LEV4 and Tier 4 regulations in North America.
Mazda claims the Skyactiv-Z engine achieves lower emissions without any drops in output, as opposed to conventional engines which it says would result in a 30 per cent output drop.
We can therefore expect naturally aspirated and hybrid 2.5-litre four-cylinder powertrains in the new CX-5, though it's unclear at this stage if a turbocharged version will continue to be offered.
The current CX-5 is also still available in Japan with a 2.2-litre twin-turbo diesel, though this was retired in Australia for model year 2024.
The existing CX-5 (pictured below) is a crucial vehicle for Mazda in Australia, where it has been the brand's best-seller since 2019.
Last year the Mazda CX-5 was the eighth best-selling new vehicle in Australia, placing third in the high-volume mid-size SUV segment which it once dominated, behind the RAV4 and Mitsubishi Outlander.
The mid-size SUV, which entered production back in 2016 but featuring underpinnings dating back to 2012, is holding onto the bronze medal thus far this year.
To the end of May, Mazda has delivered 9409 examples – below the RAV4 (21,613) and Outlander (10,203), but keeping the fresher Hyundai Tucson (7940), Kia Sportage (8723) and Nissan X-Trail (7209) at bay.
It has managed to maintain its strong sales volumes despite the absence of hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains like those seen in its aforementioned rivals; Mazda doesn't even offer a mild-hybrid system in the CX-5 locally, though a 24V system is offered overseas.
Mazda does currently offer a mid-size hybrid SUV – the CX-50, featuring hybrid tech from Toyota – but this is only offered in a handful of markets including China and the US.
MORE: Everything Mazda CX-5
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
The next-generation Mazda CX-5 is just around the corner, and what appears to be the first official image of the new Toyota RAV4 rival has now been leaked.
Published on the Coche Spias forum and attributed to Car Design News on Instagram, the image shows the new mid-size SUV in what appears to be a studio.
The new CX-5 is set to be revealed between July and September this year, per previous reports. That points to a local launch no earlier than late this year, but more likely in 2026.
It maintains a similar silhouette to the current model, and retains certain design elements like the steeply raked rear-quarter window.
Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now.
There continues to be a wide grille with chrome detailing at its base, but there also appears to be black plastic trim connecting the headlights, which spill more into the grille area more than before.
Previous spy photos have shown the CX-5 will feature a more angular tailgate with tail-lights inspired by the larger CX-60.
According to industry sources, the CX-5 could grow by as much as 110mm in length over the current model – something which would put it even closer to the larger and more premium CX-60.
The current CX-5 in Australian showrooms measures up to 4575mm long, while the CX-60 is 4740mm long.
But while the new CX-5 is expected to get closer to the CX-60 in size, the two SUVs will continue to be differentiated mechanically.
Joining the powertrain lineup, however, will be a new hybrid system developed in-house, which will be mated with Mazda's new Skyactiv-Z 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine.
This new engine, which will share components with the brand's existing 2.5-litre, will offer greater performance and fuel economy than before, while also meeting strict Euro 7 emissions regulations in Europe, and both LEV4 and Tier 4 regulations in North America.
Mazda claims the Skyactiv-Z engine achieves lower emissions without any drops in output, as opposed to conventional engines which it says would result in a 30 per cent output drop.
We can therefore expect naturally aspirated and hybrid 2.5-litre four-cylinder powertrains in the new CX-5, though it's unclear at this stage if a turbocharged version will continue to be offered.
The current CX-5 is also still available in Japan with a 2.2-litre twin-turbo diesel, though this was retired in Australia for model year 2024.
The existing CX-5 (pictured below) is a crucial vehicle for Mazda in Australia, where it has been the brand's best-seller since 2019.
Last year the Mazda CX-5 was the eighth best-selling new vehicle in Australia, placing third in the high-volume mid-size SUV segment which it once dominated, behind the RAV4 and Mitsubishi Outlander.
The mid-size SUV, which entered production back in 2016 but featuring underpinnings dating back to 2012, is holding onto the bronze medal thus far this year.
To the end of May, Mazda has delivered 9409 examples – below the RAV4 (21,613) and Outlander (10,203), but keeping the fresher Hyundai Tucson (7940), Kia Sportage (8723) and Nissan X-Trail (7209) at bay.
It has managed to maintain its strong sales volumes despite the absence of hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains like those seen in its aforementioned rivals; Mazda doesn't even offer a mild-hybrid system in the CX-5 locally, though a 24V system is offered overseas.
Mazda does currently offer a mid-size hybrid SUV – the CX-50, featuring hybrid tech from Toyota – but this is only offered in a handful of markets including China and the US.
MORE: Everything Mazda CX-5
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
The next-generation Mazda CX-5 is just around the corner, and what appears to be the first official image of the new Toyota RAV4 rival has now been leaked.
Published on the Coche Spias forum and attributed to Car Design News on Instagram, the image shows the new mid-size SUV in what appears to be a studio.
The new CX-5 is set to be revealed between July and September this year, per previous reports. That points to a local launch no earlier than late this year, but more likely in 2026.
It maintains a similar silhouette to the current model, and retains certain design elements like the steeply raked rear-quarter window.
Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now.
There continues to be a wide grille with chrome detailing at its base, but there also appears to be black plastic trim connecting the headlights, which spill more into the grille area more than before.
Previous spy photos have shown the CX-5 will feature a more angular tailgate with tail-lights inspired by the larger CX-60.
According to industry sources, the CX-5 could grow by as much as 110mm in length over the current model – something which would put it even closer to the larger and more premium CX-60.
The current CX-5 in Australian showrooms measures up to 4575mm long, while the CX-60 is 4740mm long.
But while the new CX-5 is expected to get closer to the CX-60 in size, the two SUVs will continue to be differentiated mechanically.
Joining the powertrain lineup, however, will be a new hybrid system developed in-house, which will be mated with Mazda's new Skyactiv-Z 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine.
This new engine, which will share components with the brand's existing 2.5-litre, will offer greater performance and fuel economy than before, while also meeting strict Euro 7 emissions regulations in Europe, and both LEV4 and Tier 4 regulations in North America.
Mazda claims the Skyactiv-Z engine achieves lower emissions without any drops in output, as opposed to conventional engines which it says would result in a 30 per cent output drop.
We can therefore expect naturally aspirated and hybrid 2.5-litre four-cylinder powertrains in the new CX-5, though it's unclear at this stage if a turbocharged version will continue to be offered.
The current CX-5 is also still available in Japan with a 2.2-litre twin-turbo diesel, though this was retired in Australia for model year 2024.
The existing CX-5 (pictured below) is a crucial vehicle for Mazda in Australia, where it has been the brand's best-seller since 2019.
Last year the Mazda CX-5 was the eighth best-selling new vehicle in Australia, placing third in the high-volume mid-size SUV segment which it once dominated, behind the RAV4 and Mitsubishi Outlander.
The mid-size SUV, which entered production back in 2016 but featuring underpinnings dating back to 2012, is holding onto the bronze medal thus far this year.
To the end of May, Mazda has delivered 9409 examples – below the RAV4 (21,613) and Outlander (10,203), but keeping the fresher Hyundai Tucson (7940), Kia Sportage (8723) and Nissan X-Trail (7209) at bay.
It has managed to maintain its strong sales volumes despite the absence of hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains like those seen in its aforementioned rivals; Mazda doesn't even offer a mild-hybrid system in the CX-5 locally, though a 24V system is offered overseas.
Mazda does currently offer a mid-size hybrid SUV – the CX-50, featuring hybrid tech from Toyota – but this is only offered in a handful of markets including China and the US.
MORE: Everything Mazda CX-5
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au

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Mazda Australia has included the Mazda CX-5e name – pointing to an electric Toyota RAV4 rival – among a raft of trademarks for what appear to be new electric models. The filings show the Mazda CX-5e name, suggesting a potential electric CX-5, was locally registered, along with the Mazda 2e, Mazda 3e, Mazda 6e, and Mazda CX-6e badges. Given the only one of these nameplates confirmed by the Japanese manufacturer – the Mazda 6e – is the electric successor to the previous Mazda 6 dropped in 2025, the filing suggests electric powertrains could be on the way across the brand's best-sellers. The CX-6e nameplate has previously been predicted to be used on the export version of the new Chinese EZ-60 SUV, but it's unclear if the 2e and 3e filings presage future product or if Mazda is simply looking to protect against use of these nameplates by other automakers. Mazda Australia would not provide any official comment when CarExpert asked about the filings and what they may mean for the company's future local lineup. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Yet the potential new electric models fit with Mazda Australia's plans to sell only electrified vehicles here by 2030, including hybrids, by which time the company expects at least a quarter of its total sales to be EVs. The company's global product strategy has so far centered around hybrids ahead of EVs, with an expansion of EV models to begin in 2025 but gather momentum with more products in 2028. The trademark filings may be setting up the brand's hybrid and EV push in Australia given what's available as part of its global product roll-out. While it offers its larger SUV models – from CX-60 to CX-90 – with mild-hybrid power, Mazda Australia currently doesn't have a single EV in local showrooms. The automaker dropped its first electric car, the MX-30 SUV (pictured above), after three years on sale in 2023, as rivals – even including the late-to-EV Toyota – were adding EVs to their Australian lineups. That's set to change with a new generation of the brand's best seller, the CX-5 (pictured above), which is due to be unveiled in late 2025. Already confirmed with new in-house developed hybrid tech to take on the Toyota RAV4, a 'CX-5e' battery-electric version is rumoured after comments made to Automotive News from Mazda North America, boss Tom Donnelly. Mr Donnelly told the publication in 2023 a new 'electric crossover' would be on sale in North America in 2025, where like Australia, the brand doesn't offer a single EV – and the CX-5 is its top seller. While not confirmed elsewhere by Mazda, the timing matches the arrival of the new generation CX-5, with Mr Donnelly adding more weight to the theory by saying it would have "a familiar name". The outgoing CX-5 uses the same platform as the now off-sale Mazda 6. The Mazda 6e was introduced in China – where it's badged as the Mazda EZ-6 – as a 'global product' last year, with right-hand drive production confirmed for 2026 when it will join Mazda's lineup in the United Kingdom. The 6e (pictured above) has yet to be confirmed for Australia, but the automaker hasn't yet ruled it out either, saying it's 'under study' for other countries beyond the UK. With a body shape using evolved 'Kodo' design philosophy, the 6e uses a rear-wheel drive platform co-developed with Mazda's China partner, Changan. Key features for the BYD Seal and Tesla Model 3 rival include a 345-mile (555km) range on the WLTP cycle with an 80kWh battery, and a luxurious cabin including a 14.3-inch 'floating' centre screen. While the 6e will be EV-only in the UK, the EZ-6 is available with range-extender powertrains in China – also firming up its case for Australia, following a 76 per cent rise in hybrid sales in 2024. The CX-6e name, if following Mazda's previous naming convention, is expected to be applied to export versions of the Mazda EZ-60 (pictured above) revealed at the 2025 Shanghai motor show in April. Electric versions of the Mazda 2 city-sized hatch could see a Mazda 2e rival the likes of the BYD Seagull, which is under consideration for a local launch by the Chinese brand. A Mazda 3e – again, an electric counterpart to the combustion-powered Mazda 3 hatch and sedan – would be a competitor to a raft of electric rivals including the BYD Dolphin, Cupra Born and MG 4 electric hatchbacks. Mazda sold 1.27 million vehicles globally in 2024, also setting a sales record in the US where rivals such as Nissan struggled. The automaker recorded 2.6 per cent year-on-year growth. Mazda Australia was the third most popular auto brand in Australia in 2024 – behind Toyota and Ford – and currently sits second in the sales charts, having overtaken Ford for the number two spot. MORE: Everything Mazda Content originally sourced from: Mazda Australia has included the Mazda CX-5e name – pointing to an electric Toyota RAV4 rival – among a raft of trademarks for what appear to be new electric models. The filings show the Mazda CX-5e name, suggesting a potential electric CX-5, was locally registered, along with the Mazda 2e, Mazda 3e, Mazda 6e, and Mazda CX-6e badges. Given the only one of these nameplates confirmed by the Japanese manufacturer – the Mazda 6e – is the electric successor to the previous Mazda 6 dropped in 2025, the filing suggests electric powertrains could be on the way across the brand's best-sellers. The CX-6e nameplate has previously been predicted to be used on the export version of the new Chinese EZ-60 SUV, but it's unclear if the 2e and 3e filings presage future product or if Mazda is simply looking to protect against use of these nameplates by other automakers. Mazda Australia would not provide any official comment when CarExpert asked about the filings and what they may mean for the company's future local lineup. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Yet the potential new electric models fit with Mazda Australia's plans to sell only electrified vehicles here by 2030, including hybrids, by which time the company expects at least a quarter of its total sales to be EVs. The company's global product strategy has so far centered around hybrids ahead of EVs, with an expansion of EV models to begin in 2025 but gather momentum with more products in 2028. The trademark filings may be setting up the brand's hybrid and EV push in Australia given what's available as part of its global product roll-out. While it offers its larger SUV models – from CX-60 to CX-90 – with mild-hybrid power, Mazda Australia currently doesn't have a single EV in local showrooms. The automaker dropped its first electric car, the MX-30 SUV (pictured above), after three years on sale in 2023, as rivals – even including the late-to-EV Toyota – were adding EVs to their Australian lineups. That's set to change with a new generation of the brand's best seller, the CX-5 (pictured above), which is due to be unveiled in late 2025. Already confirmed with new in-house developed hybrid tech to take on the Toyota RAV4, a 'CX-5e' battery-electric version is rumoured after comments made to Automotive News from Mazda North America, boss Tom Donnelly. Mr Donnelly told the publication in 2023 a new 'electric crossover' would be on sale in North America in 2025, where like Australia, the brand doesn't offer a single EV – and the CX-5 is its top seller. While not confirmed elsewhere by Mazda, the timing matches the arrival of the new generation CX-5, with Mr Donnelly adding more weight to the theory by saying it would have "a familiar name". The outgoing CX-5 uses the same platform as the now off-sale Mazda 6. The Mazda 6e was introduced in China – where it's badged as the Mazda EZ-6 – as a 'global product' last year, with right-hand drive production confirmed for 2026 when it will join Mazda's lineup in the United Kingdom. The 6e (pictured above) has yet to be confirmed for Australia, but the automaker hasn't yet ruled it out either, saying it's 'under study' for other countries beyond the UK. With a body shape using evolved 'Kodo' design philosophy, the 6e uses a rear-wheel drive platform co-developed with Mazda's China partner, Changan. Key features for the BYD Seal and Tesla Model 3 rival include a 345-mile (555km) range on the WLTP cycle with an 80kWh battery, and a luxurious cabin including a 14.3-inch 'floating' centre screen. While the 6e will be EV-only in the UK, the EZ-6 is available with range-extender powertrains in China – also firming up its case for Australia, following a 76 per cent rise in hybrid sales in 2024. The CX-6e name, if following Mazda's previous naming convention, is expected to be applied to export versions of the Mazda EZ-60 (pictured above) revealed at the 2025 Shanghai motor show in April. Electric versions of the Mazda 2 city-sized hatch could see a Mazda 2e rival the likes of the BYD Seagull, which is under consideration for a local launch by the Chinese brand. A Mazda 3e – again, an electric counterpart to the combustion-powered Mazda 3 hatch and sedan – would be a competitor to a raft of electric rivals including the BYD Dolphin, Cupra Born and MG 4 electric hatchbacks. Mazda sold 1.27 million vehicles globally in 2024, also setting a sales record in the US where rivals such as Nissan struggled. The automaker recorded 2.6 per cent year-on-year growth. Mazda Australia was the third most popular auto brand in Australia in 2024 – behind Toyota and Ford – and currently sits second in the sales charts, having overtaken Ford for the number two spot. MORE: Everything Mazda Content originally sourced from: Mazda Australia has included the Mazda CX-5e name – pointing to an electric Toyota RAV4 rival – among a raft of trademarks for what appear to be new electric models. The filings show the Mazda CX-5e name, suggesting a potential electric CX-5, was locally registered, along with the Mazda 2e, Mazda 3e, Mazda 6e, and Mazda CX-6e badges. Given the only one of these nameplates confirmed by the Japanese manufacturer – the Mazda 6e – is the electric successor to the previous Mazda 6 dropped in 2025, the filing suggests electric powertrains could be on the way across the brand's best-sellers. The CX-6e nameplate has previously been predicted to be used on the export version of the new Chinese EZ-60 SUV, but it's unclear if the 2e and 3e filings presage future product or if Mazda is simply looking to protect against use of these nameplates by other automakers. Mazda Australia would not provide any official comment when CarExpert asked about the filings and what they may mean for the company's future local lineup. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Yet the potential new electric models fit with Mazda Australia's plans to sell only electrified vehicles here by 2030, including hybrids, by which time the company expects at least a quarter of its total sales to be EVs. The company's global product strategy has so far centered around hybrids ahead of EVs, with an expansion of EV models to begin in 2025 but gather momentum with more products in 2028. The trademark filings may be setting up the brand's hybrid and EV push in Australia given what's available as part of its global product roll-out. While it offers its larger SUV models – from CX-60 to CX-90 – with mild-hybrid power, Mazda Australia currently doesn't have a single EV in local showrooms. The automaker dropped its first electric car, the MX-30 SUV (pictured above), after three years on sale in 2023, as rivals – even including the late-to-EV Toyota – were adding EVs to their Australian lineups. That's set to change with a new generation of the brand's best seller, the CX-5 (pictured above), which is due to be unveiled in late 2025. Already confirmed with new in-house developed hybrid tech to take on the Toyota RAV4, a 'CX-5e' battery-electric version is rumoured after comments made to Automotive News from Mazda North America, boss Tom Donnelly. Mr Donnelly told the publication in 2023 a new 'electric crossover' would be on sale in North America in 2025, where like Australia, the brand doesn't offer a single EV – and the CX-5 is its top seller. While not confirmed elsewhere by Mazda, the timing matches the arrival of the new generation CX-5, with Mr Donnelly adding more weight to the theory by saying it would have "a familiar name". The outgoing CX-5 uses the same platform as the now off-sale Mazda 6. The Mazda 6e was introduced in China – where it's badged as the Mazda EZ-6 – as a 'global product' last year, with right-hand drive production confirmed for 2026 when it will join Mazda's lineup in the United Kingdom. The 6e (pictured above) has yet to be confirmed for Australia, but the automaker hasn't yet ruled it out either, saying it's 'under study' for other countries beyond the UK. With a body shape using evolved 'Kodo' design philosophy, the 6e uses a rear-wheel drive platform co-developed with Mazda's China partner, Changan. Key features for the BYD Seal and Tesla Model 3 rival include a 345-mile (555km) range on the WLTP cycle with an 80kWh battery, and a luxurious cabin including a 14.3-inch 'floating' centre screen. While the 6e will be EV-only in the UK, the EZ-6 is available with range-extender powertrains in China – also firming up its case for Australia, following a 76 per cent rise in hybrid sales in 2024. The CX-6e name, if following Mazda's previous naming convention, is expected to be applied to export versions of the Mazda EZ-60 (pictured above) revealed at the 2025 Shanghai motor show in April. Electric versions of the Mazda 2 city-sized hatch could see a Mazda 2e rival the likes of the BYD Seagull, which is under consideration for a local launch by the Chinese brand. A Mazda 3e – again, an electric counterpart to the combustion-powered Mazda 3 hatch and sedan – would be a competitor to a raft of electric rivals including the BYD Dolphin, Cupra Born and MG 4 electric hatchbacks. Mazda sold 1.27 million vehicles globally in 2024, also setting a sales record in the US where rivals such as Nissan struggled. The automaker recorded 2.6 per cent year-on-year growth. Mazda Australia was the third most popular auto brand in Australia in 2024 – behind Toyota and Ford – and currently sits second in the sales charts, having overtaken Ford for the number two spot. MORE: Everything Mazda Content originally sourced from: Mazda Australia has included the Mazda CX-5e name – pointing to an electric Toyota RAV4 rival – among a raft of trademarks for what appear to be new electric models. The filings show the Mazda CX-5e name, suggesting a potential electric CX-5, was locally registered, along with the Mazda 2e, Mazda 3e, Mazda 6e, and Mazda CX-6e badges. Given the only one of these nameplates confirmed by the Japanese manufacturer – the Mazda 6e – is the electric successor to the previous Mazda 6 dropped in 2025, the filing suggests electric powertrains could be on the way across the brand's best-sellers. The CX-6e nameplate has previously been predicted to be used on the export version of the new Chinese EZ-60 SUV, but it's unclear if the 2e and 3e filings presage future product or if Mazda is simply looking to protect against use of these nameplates by other automakers. Mazda Australia would not provide any official comment when CarExpert asked about the filings and what they may mean for the company's future local lineup. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Yet the potential new electric models fit with Mazda Australia's plans to sell only electrified vehicles here by 2030, including hybrids, by which time the company expects at least a quarter of its total sales to be EVs. The company's global product strategy has so far centered around hybrids ahead of EVs, with an expansion of EV models to begin in 2025 but gather momentum with more products in 2028. The trademark filings may be setting up the brand's hybrid and EV push in Australia given what's available as part of its global product roll-out. While it offers its larger SUV models – from CX-60 to CX-90 – with mild-hybrid power, Mazda Australia currently doesn't have a single EV in local showrooms. The automaker dropped its first electric car, the MX-30 SUV (pictured above), after three years on sale in 2023, as rivals – even including the late-to-EV Toyota – were adding EVs to their Australian lineups. That's set to change with a new generation of the brand's best seller, the CX-5 (pictured above), which is due to be unveiled in late 2025. Already confirmed with new in-house developed hybrid tech to take on the Toyota RAV4, a 'CX-5e' battery-electric version is rumoured after comments made to Automotive News from Mazda North America, boss Tom Donnelly. Mr Donnelly told the publication in 2023 a new 'electric crossover' would be on sale in North America in 2025, where like Australia, the brand doesn't offer a single EV – and the CX-5 is its top seller. While not confirmed elsewhere by Mazda, the timing matches the arrival of the new generation CX-5, with Mr Donnelly adding more weight to the theory by saying it would have "a familiar name". The outgoing CX-5 uses the same platform as the now off-sale Mazda 6. The Mazda 6e was introduced in China – where it's badged as the Mazda EZ-6 – as a 'global product' last year, with right-hand drive production confirmed for 2026 when it will join Mazda's lineup in the United Kingdom. The 6e (pictured above) has yet to be confirmed for Australia, but the automaker hasn't yet ruled it out either, saying it's 'under study' for other countries beyond the UK. With a body shape using evolved 'Kodo' design philosophy, the 6e uses a rear-wheel drive platform co-developed with Mazda's China partner, Changan. Key features for the BYD Seal and Tesla Model 3 rival include a 345-mile (555km) range on the WLTP cycle with an 80kWh battery, and a luxurious cabin including a 14.3-inch 'floating' centre screen. While the 6e will be EV-only in the UK, the EZ-6 is available with range-extender powertrains in China – also firming up its case for Australia, following a 76 per cent rise in hybrid sales in 2024. The CX-6e name, if following Mazda's previous naming convention, is expected to be applied to export versions of the Mazda EZ-60 (pictured above) revealed at the 2025 Shanghai motor show in April. Electric versions of the Mazda 2 city-sized hatch could see a Mazda 2e rival the likes of the BYD Seagull, which is under consideration for a local launch by the Chinese brand. A Mazda 3e – again, an electric counterpart to the combustion-powered Mazda 3 hatch and sedan – would be a competitor to a raft of electric rivals including the BYD Dolphin, Cupra Born and MG 4 electric hatchbacks. Mazda sold 1.27 million vehicles globally in 2024, also setting a sales record in the US where rivals such as Nissan struggled. The automaker recorded 2.6 per cent year-on-year growth. Mazda Australia was the third most popular auto brand in Australia in 2024 – behind Toyota and Ford – and currently sits second in the sales charts, having overtaken Ford for the number two spot. MORE: Everything Mazda Content originally sourced from: