Mazda 6e Standard Range — Bjørn Nyland Range Test

<p><strong>Mazda 6e Standard Range</strong> has had its turn in Bjørn Nyland's famous range test — and the results deliver crucial data for anyone considering Mazda's new EV. With its 68.8 kWh LFP battery, rear-wheel drive, and 258 horsepower, the Mazda 6e is a sleek electric sedan challenging established rivals. WLTP range sits at <strong>479 km</strong>.</p><h2>Bjørn Nyland — the world's most thorough EV tester</h2><p>Bjørn Nyland is a legend in the EV world. The Norwegian YouTuber has spent years building the world's most comprehensive database of real-world range tests, charging curves, and 1,000 km challenges. His methodical approach — always the same route, same speed, carefully documented consumption — makes his data unique and invaluable.</p><p><strong>We highly recommend watching the full video</strong> — our summary can't do justice to Bjørn's detailed work. His range test is 25 minutes of pure EV science that gives you a picture of real performance no spec sheet can match.</p><h2>Mazda 6e Standard Range — specifications</h2><p>The Mazda 6e is Mazda's first proper EV, built on a platform co-developed with Changan. The Standard Range version Bjørn tests has these specs:</p><ul><li><strong>Battery:</strong> 68.8 kWh (LFP chemistry), 400V architecture</li><li><strong>Range:</strong> 479 km (WLTP)</li><li><strong>Power:</strong> 190 kW (258 hp), rear-wheel drive</li><li><strong>Torque:</strong> 320 Nm</li><li><strong>Fast charging:</strong> up to 165 kW DC, 10–80% in about 23 minutes</li><li><strong>0–100 km/h:</strong> 7.6 seconds</li><li><strong>Top speed:</strong> 175 km/h</li></ul><p>Notably, the LFP version actually charges faster than the pricier Long Range variant with NMC battery — a benefit Bjørn has highlighted in his tests.</p><h2>Testing in Norwegian winter cold</h2><p>Bjørn conducted the range test under typical Nordic winter conditions, providing a realistic picture of what you can expect during cold months in Scandinavia. According to EV Database, real-world range in cold weather is around <strong>350 km in mixed driving</strong> and about <strong>300 km on the highway</strong> — while in mild weather you can reach up to <strong>485 km</strong>.</p><p>In Bjørn's earlier 1,000 km challenge with the same car, carried out in temperatures between -17°C and -1°C, consumption was measured at <strong>23.3 kWh/100 km</strong> — an impressive result given the extreme cold. Watch the video for the exact range test results.</p><h2>Pricing and leasing</h2><p>The Mazda 6e Takumi (entry) costs from <strong>499,500 SEK</strong> in Sweden. Private leasing starts at <strong>4,495 SEK/mo</strong> from select Mazda dealers. This places the Mazda 6e in an interesting segment — pricier than the Kia EV4 (from 4,995 SEK/mo with service) but with a unique design and rear-wheel drive that delivers a sportier driving feel.</p><h2>How does the Mazda 6e rank in the range league?</h2><p>Among EVs in the same price class, the Mazda 6e offers competitive range:</p><ul><li><strong>Mazda 6e Standard Range:</strong> 479 km WLTP, leasing from 4,495 SEK/mo</li><li><strong>Kia EV4 Long Range:</strong> 625 km WLTP, leasing from 4,995 SEK/mo</li><li><strong>Tesla Model 3:</strong> 513 km WLTP, leasing from 4,995 SEK/mo</li><li><strong>Polestar 2:</strong> 560 km WLTP, leasing from 5,495 SEK/mo</li></ul><p>The Mazda 6e compensates for its slightly shorter range with one of the segment's best charging speeds and real-world efficiency that narrows the gap more than WLTP numbers suggest.</p><h2>Watch Bjørn Nyland's video — the best way to judge the car</h2><p>Bjørn Nyland's range test is hands down the best way to understand how the Mazda 6e Standard Range performs in real life. His systematic tests give you numbers that neither manufacturers nor paper specs can offer. We're grateful for Bjørn's outstanding work and encourage anyone considering the Mazda 6e to watch the full video before making a decision.</p><p>Compare the Mazda 6e with other EVs for leasing on privatleasa.se.</p>