Is Diesel STILL a viable option? - Mazda CX-60 e-Skyactive D review

[@teryd5672n]

I love diesels. Had a petrol hybrid as a company car and got 35mpg. Now I bought my own diesel I never get less than 50mpg and 700 out of a tank. Cleanest cars are modern diesels. I am very happy with my CO2 footprint and pleased that I am making the planet greener.

[@mujtabashah3667]

Fantastic car and a great review. The front end reminds me of the face of a cheetah. And I reckon this is probably one of the last best diesel engine to grace a passenger vehicle. I'm definitely looking forward to getting one in a few years on the second hand market.

[@rayhughes7548]

I have owned two Mazda CX 5 diesels, the first one was 6 months old, traded when it reached 3 years old for a new diesel CX 5 and I have to say I have no issues with either car and both returning 50 plus mpg with a mixture of urban and longer journeys. But I have to say I have my 3rd CX 5 diesel on order due this month, but I am seriously thinking changing to a CX 60 diesel, having test driven one a couple of weeks ago. All in all, over the six years with Mazda they have been first class to deal with from servicing to sales.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I am so happy to hear you've had good experiences with Mazda. Thank you for sharing :)

[@walterking5453]

I think you’ve done a great job picture of lovely Garrath. Thank you like to hear more about Mazda

[@tonyb3629]

Really good to see a manufacturer pushing traditional ICE car development even further - there's a lot of potential in combustion cars still, after all, there's nothing wrong with the engines, it's just the fuel that's the problem. With the wheels starting to fall off Net Zero, ICE could be around a lot longer yet.

[@Mr11ESSE111]

fuel are not problem ,its stupid hype and propaganda how to milk additional money from peoples with stupid electric cars

[@NickLiang]

How about all oil an ICE uses ffs and also the amount of maintenance that's required? unless you also find a engine lubricant substitute and find a environmental friendly way to dispose of it, ICE is destined to die. Whatever the future, it will involve electricity, it's so much more versatile and its actually sustainable.

[@NickLiang]

@M Don't try to use an irrelevant point to pull attention away from the real point. What the hell has China got to do with anything, this is about the wider automotive industry. The fact is, ICE is not versatile and current requires significant oil consumption, there is nothing sustainable about it.

[@NickLiang]

@M I can equally argue how about all the unreported ICE fires?

[@NickLiang]

@M Charging is literally improving every year as is battery tech, the rate of progression is almost 20% each year, including materials used. ICE has stagnated and manufacturers are even CHEATING the system because they can no longer progress the technology. CHEATING. Yes compared to electric motors. ICE is much more reliable, requires much more maintenance, environmentally unfriendly and major cause of air pollution. Tell me again, how can engines adapt to growing needs? settle down. The future IS electricity, tell me again, however many developed economies is banning sale of new ICEs within the next 20 years? exactly.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

For me, I’d opt for a 6cyl CX-60 over a PHEV CX-60, because why not?

[@AutoSocialUK]

Sure! Especially if you was towing, this is perfect 👌🏼

[@Malvasala]

Mine comes Monday 😊 can’t wait

[@garyminion9610]

Thank god at least one manufacturer hasn't lost the plot, i tow a caravan with my cx5, for me this would be a great option if i was to upgrade.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes, it’s excellent for towing!!

[@surplusstockexcess1]

Yes they should, diesel is not dead, keep producing. I just test drove the CX60 Diesel for about an hour, I loved it , great interior , infotainment system is easy to use. Doors closing could sound better and more premium. The rear split seats bugged me. As the centre seat does not lock into both outside seats meaning the seat connected to the outside seat wobbles like a tooth. Not good. Should of locked all the seats together to make it more solid . And the gear box. At gear 1 was clunky, sort jumper into gear. Which I thought will cause huge problems in the future. Apparently there was a recall.on the hybrid version due to a clunky gear box. It's digital so simple programming should sort this. I'm still considering to buy one as I do like the road presence and the drive of the diesel. The engine is absolutely amazing. Gorgeous sound, and very smooth. I would only buy the diesel

[@tyler.greene]

After working a lot with these cars, the Phev is ok but the Diesel is just fab!! it drives so nice. It is one of my favourite new cars! I would have one if I had the money! I love it and great review as always!! Thank you!

[@joemclaughlin995]

Good video .Class looking motor ! I have tried all forms of fuel and I concur that diesel is king ! Added bonus is that it has Mazda written on it .

[@graemeelsender817]

I drive a Diesel Fpace MHEV and I love it.Would never consider an electric car yet as poor infrastructure

[@Coastmac2001]

Not quite dead in Australia where the CX 60 Diesel is expected to be about 45- 50% of its total sales here

[@hedydd2]

50mpg from such a big and powerful car is amazing. My first new car, a Ford Fiesta 1300S, barely managed 30mpg from less than half the mass, no power or auto anything and only 66ps/hp. I thought my current car, an equivalent Kia Sorento, was brilliant, matching my Honda CR-V 1.6 diesel auto with an average of just over 38mpg long term with 42 on longer journeys, but this Mazda is in another league again.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Very true! It's an impressive car but I guess quite a bit more money on top of the CR-V

[@06younger]

As a business driver this car fills me with hope........I will definitely, definitely be looking at one of these when the time comes to change my Skoda Superb L&K Diesel. Would have liked you to put the emission figures in the video along with the power figures. A lot of the buyers (and let's face it leasers) of this car will be business users. Great video.

[@robertwilliam9558]

I wish Mazda would bring this engine to the United States. Excellent review. Thanks

[@AutoSocialUK]

That would be cool!

[@paultaylor9652]

I think Mazda has turned a corner here with this engine and has a long future ahead of it, especially if synthetic fuel becomes available to us all. Great video as always, your personality and knowledge shines through with every video.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I think you’re right Paul. I didn’t know anything about Mazda a few years ago and now I find it fascinating how they’re taking a different approach

[@logtothebase2]

@@AutoSocialUK Meanwhile the Tesla Model Y is the fastest selling car in the world so far in 2023, BYD Qin Plus the fastest selling in China, the Model y is second. China is the biggest car market in the world. I love what Mazda have done but it's 5 years or more to late.

[@franklinchen6200]

Here in Australia, Mazda is well known for its reliability and durability and it’s very popular. I have a Mazda cx5 MY2013, old but still fun to drive. seriously thinking about replacing it with a cx60 Diesel. Nothing has been delivered to the shore yet. 😅😅

[@edwinng2046]

Thank you Tish great review 🎉 Would Mazda have 3.3 petrol plug-in 😅 available in uk

[@peromalmstrom7668]

Thank you for highlighting the motorists dilemma for long distance. This vehicle certainly fills a gap till 2030 & only Mazda economists will know if the calculations with this model will make a profit for the Company; with current Diesel perceptions. This vehicle will do well in Countries where high mileage is normal (USA, Canada, Australia), though I doubt it will do as well in UK & European markets. The subject of distance, weight carriage & other types of vehicles, from camper vans, motorhomes, vans, lorries, farming & construction vehicles are ignored by the woke, yet first to complain on pricing and limited access to goods! Strange world, strange times & thankfully consumers are still being allowed & given a choice by manufacturers such as Mazda. A clever video, doing a car review while gently highlighting some consumers dilemma & options currently available. You deserve a far greater following than 31.6k+. Thank-you for another great youtube video, as you are my go-to auto industry vehicle reviewer

[@kimnewburn957]

Mazda CX60 Diesel Review was good & i would buy one over a petrol / hybrid model everytime 🎉🎉🎉

[@vijaymistry4169]

I love diesel, I just picked up my new diesel car on Wednesday and love it 😍

[@AutoSocialUK]

I am so pleased you’re loving your new car, what did you go for?

[@vijaymistry4169]

118d MSport auto. My very 1st automatic and it’s amazing 🤩

[@ianrobinson9243]

Your older videos have been coming up on my YT recommendations. Interesting watching them and seeing how far you have come on in your style , presenting , content and production in 3 years. As I’ve said before , you are up there with the best female presenters such Nicola Hulme , Rebecca Jackson and Ginny Buckley.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you Ian, i am much more confident now… I’ve learnt the odd trick too 😏 Thank you for your kind words. They mean a lot

[@cyon5217]

What? You mean she was shittier than this?

[@danielrussell446]

Well done Tish on a great review glad to see mazda pushing the boundaries of engineering and showing the other makes what can be done such a great idea and what great economy and performance in what is a beautiful car I loved my Mazda 3 such a great car I would happily have another

[@BenzinioB]

I'll take this car with the diesel engine over the hybrid any day! In fact I will consider it as a future option.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Amazing, this actually does have a little self charging hybrid too… so best of both worlds!

[@susannicholson3255]

I live in regional Australia and 2/3rds of my driving is on the highway. The D50 straight 6 would be more economical, cleaner, and cheaper to buy than the Phev version. Great review by the way.

[@johnflynn822]

I had been waiting for a review of the diesel CX-60 from any of the usual sources in Ireland / UK and Tish, you got there ahead of them all so well done 😉and thank you for reviewing this diesel version. I agree with your heading - diesel is still the only option for some! Your technical content on the engine is impressive 👍 I do hope Mazda don't have issues with this engine (their history with diesel is patchy unfortunately). I would be inclined to wait a few years before considering buying one of these to see if there are any issues first. But I take my hat off to Mazda for building a new diesel engine. Please keep the diesel reviews coming . . . . . . 😊

[@craigevans6981]

My next car I reckon!

[@caymanblack9567]

I love this engine its the model I would choose.

[@barnoslogik]

i like the idea of this, i used to commute 2 x 27 miles a day each way with work, now i do 2 x 120 miles commutes and cycle to work 2.5 miles a day, during my 4/5 day shifts. so i have a 1.6 diesel ibiza because of those shorter journeys, had it remapped from 105 bhp to approx 130bhp, which was perfect for the back roads and dual carriageway, but now i'm doing motorway commuting, a little more power would be great and if can still get 50+ MPG and store my bike in the back without taking both wheels off (which i do with my ibiza) and or putting a bike rack this makes an SUV like this a good option. this with a PHEV option would also be good, i could then drive on diesel for the motorway part with good economy, then the days when i want to drive instead of cycle the 2.5 miles ( yes i'm a fair weather rider) i could drive to work on electric.

[@anthonystevens8683]

Another great overview of a great car Tish. I had a few diesel cars over the years and never had any issues with them, for longer journeys they were perfect. This could well be one of the swansong diesel options given the blanket plan to outlaw them in the future though. For shorter journeys consideration needs to be given for when the DPF needs to regenerate to save possible expensive work. As long as you notice the higher idle RPM and just drive it in the lower gears for a while until idle stabilises at normal speeds this should not be an issue. My diesel experience is a tad dated though so maybe the DPF regen is less of a problem on modern cars. Many thanks for sharing.

[@Mr11ESSE111]

interesting that Carwow still dont have Mazda cx 60 diesel in his review , but seems he only review those who payed him for review so

[@kevinbungles]

A great review. Ed they should develop diesel. I’m not a fan of electric

[@FarmerJames07]

Another great review and interesting too as regards the new diesel engine. By the way - your boots are stunning! Which brand/retailer are they from??

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you so much for watching! Unfortunately I don’t make enough money for anything fancy, they’re just a humble pair from Primark.

[@FarmerJames07]

@@AutoSocialUK hello! Nothing wrong with Primani! 👍🏻😉😍

[@Kanazawa1997]

Respect Mazda for not following the current. Diesel seems to be irrelevant not just EV trend, but most manufacturers were haunted by the penalties and lawsuits from using defeat device on their diesel engines. Euro 7 seems to be the biggest nightmare for most diesel engines (strict NOx emission regulation), while Mazda is confident enough that its straight-six diesel engine can pass the forthcoming Euro 7 regulation, which is a win-win for long commuters who want bigger SUVs. If 2% of customers agree with Mazda's philosophy, Mazda will be satisfied. Also according to German studies (if I remembered correctly), Mazda has the safest infotaiment system compared to Mecedes' and Tesla's (not saying Mercedes and Tesla are bad, it's just depends on your preference).

[@kennyboy32]

I took a hybrid and a diesel out for a test drive today. Both were superb cars but I ordered the 3.3 diesel. It blew me away.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Great to hear that!!

[@martingadsby3934]

Great news, what’s the delivery time on these?

[@aravindradhakrishna8660]

Why is the sound/voice really soft? I have put the volume on maximum on both KZbin and on my computer yet I struggle to hear it in my own house, albeit with the door and windows open.

[@lewisfernandes8114]

Love this, I’m a Cx-5 owner and I will happily go to this once my lease is up! I like how Mazda mix the old and the new to make a good quality gimmick free car. Great video Tish!

[@anfprosser]

Great review but FYI very low volume. Subscribed.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thanks for the sub! That’s a shame, not sure why it was so low!

[@rogermoyse2757]

Hi nice car how about trying out the MG HS phev would nice to see 😊

[@JD-vs6is]

I'm very happy with the report and I'm more happy to see you 😊

[@MrGMawson2438]

Does look very nice inside the car

[@johnnettleton1240]

I have a cx60 phev homoura and after 5 months mixed driving I am achieving 38 to 45 mpg on longer journeys and 45 to 52 mpg around mixed urban daily use. Car is great but plugging in is a phaff and the weight is evident compared to previous cx 5. Conclusion I will run it for 2 years instead of 42 months and try to change for the inline 6 diesel for a 3 to 4 year life and hope diesel cost and Low emission zones don’t change my strategy. Pure electric will never suit me with ranges I need plus infrastructure Con.

[@jroch41]

IMO EVs are reaching a sales level where they're starting to peter out. Without government subsidies many EVs would be unmarketable; EVs are right for some customers, not for all customers.

[@JD-vs6is]

I was hoping to see a modern engine from the new era, for example, double with gas, gasoline and hybrid.

[@anthonywarwick6090]

Diesel still has utility for driving long distances and where fuel stations can be a long way apart like in parts of Australia. Diesel here is also more expensive than petrol and if you don’t drive the car much particulate filters cause problems. I found great diesel engines owning a BMW 330d and X5 4D M sport. These were economical motors with punchy torque and acceleration. Mazda CX60 sweet spot will likely be their in line 6 petrol as it has very good economy, great torque and for whatever reason has greater towing capacity. If the CX60 towing capacity was as good as the inline 6 petrol it might be a different story as it would be nice to have the slightly greater torque for towing a caravan we have in order. CX60 has some benefits over rivals like Volvo XC60, Audi Q5 or VW Passat Alltrack who have lower tow ball weights under 100 kg for us in Australia where caravan manufacturers tend not to make many caravans with down ball weights that low. That was an enjoyable video to watch and listen to thanks. I would love to see a review of the in-line 6 petrol.

[@MiniEggs1999]

I love lots of things about Mazdas but they never quite seem to be the sum of some excellent individual things. Would you say quality and fit and finish and NVH is on a par with mid spec Audi BMW Merc or more top spec mass market Skoda/Peugeot /Citroen

[@Tim_in_Australia]

The diesel is great, but very loud. I test-drove the diesel version of this car yesterday. The power, interior design, and exterior appearance are impressive. It felt great driving on flat roads. However, the road noise was quite loud when driving over coarse chip at speed. It's not a quiet highway cruiser; instead, it's loud and boomy. The suspension feels cheap and doesn't effectively absorb bumps or road imperfections. Additionally, there was a small rattle in the dashboard. Overall, I would not recommend this car yet, but I'd like to one day, after Mazda do the engineering properly, and address the asking price. Its unresolved.

[@ts6070]

Keep up with the good work as diesel ⛽️ Plug 🔌 in Hybrid is transforming to EV’s..

[@anthonyboyle5078]

Some cars are being made Diesel Hybrid. Mercedes are doing them.

[@VolvoMarkku]

Important information for all diesel engine lovers: 👇 From 2026 would these car brands be the only in Europe with diesel options if only passenger vehicles are included: Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, VW, Skoda, Seat, Ford and SsangYong. All other car manufacturers will remove all diesel options in passenger vehicles until this year. So if someone still want in 2026 a brand new diesel-powered passenger car, they will have to settle for the brands mentioned above…

[@jdmguy44]

It does look stunning but I'm not really a diesel engine fan to be honest.

[@mitchevans4685]

Nothing better than driving a diesel car - great they have done this!

[@lot6129]

Any LPG in UK?

[@AutoSocialUK]

You can convert them but we do not sell any.

[@VikingNes]

Diesel is superb

[@cyon5217]

You covered nothing other than Mazda's marketing material.

[@zzhughesd]

SkyActive D. Durability just isn’t there alas. Low oil pressure. Strainer starved clogged. Oil pumps same. Dpf. It’s all very light tech that clogs. Sadly. Drives nicely. Tho.

[@Video_comments]

Yes, really need to see how Mazda's DPF algorithm works in real-world use in this car. Living with a SkyActiv-D in the past that needed an oil change as frequently as once every 6 weeks was just not tolerable. Maybe the car was a lemon. Who knows? Mazda UK and the local Mazda dealer simply could not solve the problem. As beautiful as the car was to drive it had to go (replaced by a Mazda SkyActiv-G).

[@zzhughesd]

@@Video_comments love a Mazda !!!! SkyA-G much preferred.

[@AutoSocialUK]

That’s a shame to hear they’re not always the most reliable engines. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

[@zzhughesd]

@@AutoSocialUK I’ve been burnt more than once. Sadly I still love Mazda. Mazda skyActive. Please review an old MPS 3 or 6 from 06-11 era, you’ll love the old school Pull!!!!! I’ll never not like a Mazda.

[@Kanazawa1997]

I heard that CX-5 diesel had notorious reliability issues due to super low compression ratio. Not sure if this newly designed engine will fix the previous issues.

[@NickLiang]

bonnet on gas struts is rare? literally all premium priced cars have them..........

[@AutoSocialUK]

Not things like Golf R's!

[@NickLiang]

@@AutoSocialUK That's like saying some Porsche and Ferrari's dont have gas struts......... 99% of cars within the price range of any comparable car has them, its a standard feature lol

[@sak1339]

As always a very thorough and thought-provoking review. Thank you! I agree Mazda have innovative engineers, and their interiors are a step above their non-luxury brand competitors. But their innovations might be misdirected in a world where diesel (or petrol) combustion is increasingly being understood as a real climate problem even among right wing "climate nay sayers" over here in the USA. I think they'd be better off developing hybrids which are useful for long range travel while dramatically reducing fuel combustion, and of course EVs. The Hyundai/Kia/Genesis company which is not as well known over here as Mazda has leapfrogged Mazda with excellent well-priced electrified offerings. Mazda is tied to some extent to Toyota from what I read, and could really use the infusion of Toyota hybrid tech with some of its own engineering innovations to produce fine hybrids to begin with. Diesels are an evolutionary dead end, IMO.

[@Fuchs85DE]

This is acutally a mild hybrid engine. Where I live I get the same tax benefits as with a 100% electric car ;-) I do not see the point of 100% electric cars as long as we burn coal in order to produce electricity.

[@gaby1980]

👍👍👍⛽ diesel !! bravo mazda!!! UE ar trebui sa inteleaga ca ea nu e toata lumea si restu fac pipi pa ce vor ei .

[@AG-rt9yu]

Mazda makes good cars, but most of them are not many people's needs.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes, I see your point there

[@noelcahill6707]

Well i hope they sorted there diesel engines theres mazda 6 diesels in every work shop in britain and ireland they were not reliable

[@sharonec5419]

It's a very classy machine alright but maybe Mazda shoukd have just spent a bit more on its chassis to make it perfect and they might have had a huge sales hit. Maybe they will fix it sooner rather than later.

[@AutoSocialUK]

That’s true, it is a little fidgety.

[@TerbrugZondolop]

Dead? I will drive a diesel for the next 30yrs thats for sure.

[@yournightmare9999]

Cx90 is way better

[@martinbauer800]

Can you confirm the claim that the suspension in the new CX60 is too harsh and uncomfortable?

[@Mr11ESSE111]

what an stupid questions/title !! wtf trucks,working maschines ,army vehicles ,boats/ships use and will use ??electric engines like or diesel ones !?

[@TheLooking4sunset]

Diesel is dead, in Europe at least

[@Kanazawa1997]

Sort of, because most manufacturers’ diesel cars have been slaughtered badly and still haunted by the lawsuits and penalties due to installed defeat device. This 6 cylinder diesel engine however can pass Euro 7 regulation. Larger SUV diesel still preferred though.

[@teryd5672n]

No they will be on the road for 20 years yet. By then people will realise they were duped over the concept that climate change is bad for us.

[@caymanblack9567]

@@Kanazawa1997 Rubbish.

[@genepatrick5325]

Mazda SUVS has been getting worst over the years and this one is not better. There's nothing attractive about this SUV, not interior nor exterior, its a boring SUV.The best part of this review is the presenter and thats the only reason I watched till the end. 👎😐💩👎😐💩👎😐💩.