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Mazda CX-30 (DM)

Compact Crossover

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Product Overview

Mazda CX-30 is an affordable compact crossover in production from 2019. It is available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.8 to 2.5 liters.
CX-30 is based on the fourth generation Mazda3. Available in both FWD and AWD guises, it is built to be lightweight to improve efficiency. Along with Mazda3, it features an optional SkyActiv-X compression ignition gasoline engine that improves efficiency by up to 30%.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 54%
Pros
  • Interesting engine lineup
  • Compression-ignition Skyactiv-X engine
  • Decent styling
Cons
  • Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front

What external reviewers found

External score 67%
Pros
  • Good value for money
  • Excellent infotainment system
  • Excellent infotainment
  • Good cabin tech
Cons
  • Lack of standard equipment
  • Lack of safety features
  • Lack of practicality
  • Lack of infotainment features
  • Lacklustre petrol engine

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Specifications

Variants shown:
1.8 Skyactiv-D
1.8 Skyactiv-D AT
2.0 e-Skyactiv X
2.0 e-Skyactiv X AT
2.0 e-Skyactiv X AWD
2.0 e-Skyactiv X AWD AT
2.0 Skyactiv-G
2.0 Skyactiv-G AT
2.0 Skyactiv-G AWD
2.0 Skyactiv-G AWD AT
2.0 Skyactiv-X
2.0 Skyactiv-X AT
2.0 Skyactiv-X AWD
2.0 Skyactiv-X AWD AT
2.5 Skyactiv-G AT

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External Reviews

autocar[1]

Reviewer score 66% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from autocar have found:
Mazda’s CX-30 is a handsome, if not particularly lofty crossover. All models get lashings of leatherette on the dashboard, plenty of squishy plastics and controls that have a pleasing precision to them. Rear space is less impressive as head and especially leg room are tight. Boot space trails the class best and there are no clever features to boost practicality.
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Excellent infotainment
Cons
  • Rear space is tight for a six-footer

autoexpress[2]

Reviewer score 70% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from autoexpress have found:
The Mazda CX-30 is a well-rounded premium compact SUV. Interior build quality surpasses the majority of its mainstream rivals. There is only one body style available, and that is a five-door SUV shape. All trim levels and engines are available with either a manual or an automatic gearbox.
Pros
  • High-quality interior
  • Fantastic infotainment system
  • Good standard equipment
Cons
  • No automatic gearbox
  • Lack of standard equipment

carmagazine[3]

Reviewer score 53% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from carmagazine have found:
Mazda's new 2.0-litre normally aspirated engine uses a clever compression ignition system that is supposed to give it petrol-like performance and diesel-esque frugality. Peak power comes in at a heady 6,000 rpm, so the engine needs revving hard to get any momentum. The most fuel efficient Skyactiv-X records a WLTP figure of 45.6mpg. Ride and refinement are good, with a generally softer ride than a Mazda 3 hatch.
Pros
  • Well-resolved interior
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Good standard equipment
Cons
  • Lacklustre petrol engine
  • Lack of torque

carwow[4]

Reviewer score 62% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from carwow have found:
Mazda CX-30 comes with the choice of two petrol engines, both 2.0-litres in size. The first is a 122hp four-cylinder, while the other is a 180hp diesel engine. The cabin is decently spacious up front, but rear leg room is pretty tight. Getting into and out of the back seat requires more contortion that we'd like.
Pros
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Lots of standard equipment
Cons
  • Ride quality is a little on the rough side
  • Alternatives are more fun to drive

cnet[5]

Reviewer score 73% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from cnet have found:
All CX-30s get a Mazda Connect infotainment system with an 8.8-inch center display. There are only two USB ports and a 12-volt outlet up front, with no power points within easy reach of passengers in back. The 2.5-liter naturally aspirated I4 makes 186 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque.
Pros
  • G-Vectoring tech
  • Powerful engine
  • Comfortable ride
Cons
  • Lack of infotainment features

digitaltrends[6]

Reviewer score 79% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from digitaltrends have found:
Despite its airy interior, this is still a small compact crossover. The rear seats can handle adults, but not without pushing the front seats forward. The CX-30 is mid-pack in overall volume, which might be a problem if you make frequent trips to Ikea. Mazda has made adaptive cruise control and LED headlights standard on all trims.
Pros
  • Sleek interior
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Excellent infotainment system
Cons
  • No touchscreen
  • Lack of safety features

References

  1. ^ Mazda CX-30 review . [autocar].
  2. ^ Mazda CX-30 review . [autoexpress].
  3. ^ Mazda CX-30 (2019) review: plenty style, some substance. [carmagazine].
  4. ^ Mazda CX-30 Review. [carwow].
  5. ^ 2020 Mazda CX-30 review: A fancy and fun small SUV. [cnet].
  6. ^ 2020 Mazda CX-30 first drive review: Right-sized. [digitaltrends].

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