Whether it's the entry-level 2.5-litre or the top-of-the-line 3.3-litre engine, the Mazda CX-60's engine is mounted longitudinally (front-to-back) under the hood. This design is primarily to complement its FR rear-wheel drive platform, achieving a more perfect front-to-rear weight distribution for the Mazda CX-60. It's a configuration typically found in luxury and performance cars.