Mazda EZ-6/Mazda6e Wins 2026 World Car Design of the Year
Mazda's electrified sedan, the EZ-6/Mazda6e, has won the 2026 World Car Design of the Year award, marking the third time Mazda has received this honor.
- 3 (2016, 2020, 2026)
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What Happened
The Mazda EZ-6/Mazda6e won the 2026 World Car Design of the Year, as announced by the World Car Awards on April 1, 2026. The model was selected from 90 eligible vehicles by 98 automotive journalists worldwide. This marks the third time Mazda has won this award, after the Mazda MX-5 in 2016 and the Mazda3 in 2020.
Mazda EZ-6 launched in China as an electrified vehicle.
Mazda6e went on sale in Europe.
Plans to introduce the model in Australia, ASEAN, and other regions.
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from around the world selected the winner from 90 eligible models.
Why this matters
This award highlights Mazda's ability to maintain distinctive design in the shift to electrification, reinforcing its brand reputation and potential market appeal.
Terms in This Story
- KODO — Soul of Motion
- Mazda's design philosophy emphasizing dynamic, life-inspired forms.
- Jinba-ittai
- A Japanese concept meaning the oneness between horse and rider, used by Mazda to describe the connection between driver and car.
- World Car Design of the Year
- An annual award recognizing the best automotive design among new vehicles worldwide.
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