2024 Mazda CX-60 Review | The Best Crossover... Ever?

Is this it? Is the Mazda CX-60 all that it is cracked up to be? In many ways, the crossover is everything and more, but it's a few eggs short of an omelette. We love its looks, we love its drive at speed, but how is it like to live with it? Fantastic but not perfect, let's tell you as it is on this episode of Behind the Wheel.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:55 - Exterior Front
2:50 - Engine
4:12 - Exterior Side
4:56 - Exterior Rear/Cargo Space
6:34 - Interior 2nd Row
7:16 - Interior Front Row
9:26 - Hooligan Driving
10:12 - Highway Driving
11:49 - Alabang Driving
15:34 - Summary/Price

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[markphilipbesa]

The cx60 was launched june9 2023, and I got mine last august 2023. It had very few local reviews back then but I still bought the car for what it has and understood what it hasn’t. I didn’t buy it for the daily drive in the city traffic even if the reviews said that fuel consumption was better than the cx5 ( I didn’t believe it). The cx60 I think is best in long drives where you can appreciate the comfort, the fuel efficiency, the driving engagement and engine power. When I drive in the city I turn off the I-stop function to eliminate the transmission hesitancy and I don’t mind the difference in fuel consumption because it is not much difference whether I-stop is on or off in the city. What Caco said about transmission is true but what he failed to say is that when I-stop is off the transmission hesitancy is few and far in between (at least for my experience). The review of the ride quality is true but if you plan to buy this car it should be expected because the engine is powerful and I think it is unsafe to put very soft suspension on such a powerful inline 6 but I think it can be improved with smaller wheels may be 18s. As I have said, I bought mine because of what it has and understood what it has not ( no car is perfect anyway), I am very satisfied with my cx60. My advice for potential buyers is to look at it and test drive it with no prejudgment or bias because it is very easy to compare it to other luxury cars and previous Mazda models, the car is not for everyone but if you think it’s for you then go for it!

[robbymallal]

this guy is the best presenter. His reviews are detailed on key points without being boring

[sibulelembalo]

Came across this page for the first time, watching all the way from South Africa and I must say I love your style & personality you put into your reviews - you are one of the best I have seen world-wide.

[edwin_ac]

Appreciate the honest review on the transmission. It's really disappointing to hear that jerkiness on a Mazda. I can't believe that they change from torque converter transmission to a DCT.

[mandomasahista]

Had mine since October. The only thing I don’t like is the consistency of the driver id. It works only 60 percent of the time for me. Ride is a lot harsher than the SK forester which I also own which is really really plush, but you get used to it. Note that when I say harsh, you feel the road. That said, everything is dampened and muted. Some switches are plasticky but it’s not really a big deal. You eventually learn how to take off smoothly with the transmission which is can be jerky initially especially coming from a cvt. I do drive with the iStop feature turned off as it only saves a very very minor amount of fuel but a majority of jerkiness is eliminated right away. In any case, all is forgiven when you overtake most everything in metro Manila at only 2000 rpm. That 6 cylinder is worth it, believe you me. I would have bought a CX-8 but all the goodies you get for around 600k makes the step up a no brainer. This car should easily cost more considering everything that comes with it. It's a gas guzzler in traffic and gets around 4.5 km/L per tank in pure city driving. But then again, if you're fretting about gas prices, you shouldn't be looking at this car and get something smaller with a sub 2.0L engine. Oh yeah, I used to get flagged down on coding days when i first got this but since December my flag downs are down to zero. Having an LTO compliant 'hybrid' green temporary plate helps a lot.

[nomadtrader]

I miss this kind of reviews, keep it up caco!

[drmarkmadarang]

Good honest review. This is gen1 of the cx 60 totally new. Am excited to see what direction mazda goes with this in future generations

[SParanagama]

Perfectly described the transmission jerkiness of my CX-60. I usually turn off i-Stop so the car doesn't overthink.

[Synfulz]

Your reviews are informative but most importantly entertaining. 😂

[mohammedyasinsheik]

Man I love this guy 😭
I love his car reviews and I live in Kuwait 💀

[soarin]

Great video, there were some issues early on in the release cycle, CX 60s built post September 2023 have these shortcomings addressed via various software updates, revised dampers and a change to the rear prop shaft.

[melvinrimorin]

Awesome review as ever!

I still feel like the CX-8 is the best value is Mazda's line up - 7-seater, powerful, spacious, and good feature set. That being said, seeing the CX-60 and CX-90 in person, one cannot deny the sort of "majesty" they exude.

Thanks Autodeal!

[edchelledu]

I am glad about the honest transmission view, was only worried about the stiff suspension being the main topic from Western Auto Media’s feedback but with the horrendous traffic crawl we need to do here in the Philippines, I think we need a smoother operation of the transmission.

[samb]

Really good review. Every other review i've seen so far struggled to get across the transmission issues but you nailed it.

[rus.t]

I really liked these kind of thumbnails

[mtcup]

14:50 It's right to be critical on the review for its price.. thank you always for a great review

[Cali_]

Mazda owner here. I love my mazda cx5!! Di lang masyado ma appreciate ang driving sa Pinas kasi pangit mag drive sa Pinas! Siksikan kung saan saan ang mga sasakyan! Ka irita!!

[laurie-annhenry]

Love this guy! Very captivating in your review…. Love this vehicle as well… waiting on mine in Jamaica!🇯🇲

[ponche]

what is the best SUV for you guys? fuel efficiency, spacious, 50/50 sporty and luxury interior, good looking, have a power. pls recommend. (excludes large SUV)

[furrrmama]

Can you also do an in depth review of the 2024 Mazda CX-8? Would love to hear your thoughts. Thanks.