A car that recognises not only who you are, but also remembers how you like to drive would appear to be the aim of Mazda's new flagship, a crossover that drivers don't just get into, but also log into.
As artificial intelligence and assistance systems shape everyday driving experiences in more and more ways, the smarts in Mazda's new top car put the emphasis on ease of use with user profiles - potentially handy for anyone sharing their car with other drivers.
In addition to a range of assistance systems, Mazda's new CX-60 uses facial recognition so that the car can recognise the driver and automatically adjust the seats, steering wheel and mirrors to their preferences.
Even the AC and music controls will be returned to their previous state, which should mean less time spent fiddling with dials to get your ideal settings.
While manufacturers like BMW and Volvo already use driver profiles based on keys, Mazda's new crossover is among some of the first cars to adjust a wide range of interior features based on facial recognition.
Mazda announced plans in March to internationally launch the stately new CX-60 at the top of its model range in mid-2022.
With a length of 4.75 metres, the crossover will enter the same class as SUVs like the Mercedes GLC and Kia Sorento. Prices in Europe are set to start at 47,390 euros.
With a wheelbase of 2.87 metres, the CX-60 is built on a completely new platform.
According to Mazda, the car's length offers a comfortable amount of space for five passengers and has a boot capacity of at least 570 litres (expandable to 1,726 litres).
Although the crossover follows the familiar design lines of the CX-3 and CX-5, it takes a completely new approach to the powertrain.
The Japanese maker has developed two new in-line six-cylinder engines with a displacement of 3.3 litres as a diesel and 3.0 litres as a petrol engine.
The CX-60 also comes with the brand's first plug-in hybrid to go on sale in Europe. Mazda is combining a 2.5-litre petrol engine with 191hp and a 136-hp electric motor and a buffer battery (17.8 kWh).
Mazda says system output is 327hp, making the CX-60 the company's most powerful road-ready model to date.
With combined power, the crossover can reach speeds of up to 200kph in purely electric mode, according to Mazda, and has a WLTP range of 63km.
According to the manufacturer, this pushes consumption down to 1.5 litres and CO2 emissions to 33 g/km.
All three engine variants are mated to a new eight-speed transmission and always power all four wheels.
