Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Mazda and sold as a battery electric (BEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or mild hybrid (MHEV) variant.[3] Based on the CX-30, it was unveiled at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show.[4] Production of the vehicle, which is Mazda's first mass-produced electric car, began at their Ujina factory on 19 May 2020.[5]

Not to be confused with Mazda MX-3 or Mazda CX-30.

Mazda MX-30 (DR)
Overview
ManufacturerMazda
Production2020–present
AssemblyJapan: Hiroshima (Hiroshima Plant)
DesignerYōichi Matsuda
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
Platforme-Skyactiv[1]
Doors
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
Power output
  • 105 kW (141 hp; 143 PS) (BEV)
  • 125 kW (168 hp; 170 PS) (PHEV)[2]
  • 107 kW (143 hp; 145 PS) (MHEV)[lower-alpha 1]
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrain
Battery35.5 kWh prismatic lithium ion[1]
Electric range200 km (124 mi) (WLTP)[1] 100 mi (161 km) (EPA)
Plug-in charging
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,655 mm (104.5 in)[1]
Length4,395 mm (173.0 in)[1]
Width1,795 mm (70.7 in)[1]
Height1,570 mm (61.8 in)[1]

Overview
Rear view
The MX-30's freestyle doors
Interior

The MX-30 features clamshell doors, referred to as "freestyle doors" by Mazda and previously seen on their rotary-engined RX-8 sports car.[6][7] It uses MacPherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.[8]

The MX-30 is powered by an electric motor supported by a 35.5 kWh battery with a power output of 105 kW (141 hp; 143 PS) and 264 N⋅m (195 lbf⋅ft) torque, offering a range of 209 km (130 mi).[9] Up to 80% charge can be achieved within 30 to 40 minutes via 40 kW DC charging. With a 6.6 kW AC (1 phase, 230V, 29A) charging unit, the MX-30 is claimed to get fully recharged within 4.5 hours.[10]

The plug-in hybrid variant was presented on 14 January 2023.[2] Its drivetrain operates in series, featuring a rotary engine that acts as a range extender to recharge the batteries, but not to power the vehicle's wheels directly.[11] The Wankel engine is a naturally aspirated single-rotor unit with a chamber volume of 830 cc, petrol direct injection, exhaust gas recirculation, a three-way catalyst and a particulate filter. Its rated power output is 55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp).[2] In Japan, Australia and New Zealand, a gasoline-powered all-wheel-drive mild hybrid version is also available. This version is powered by Mazda's 2.0 L e-Skyactiv-G four-cylinder engine.[12]

Markets

The all-electric MX-30 went on sale in Japan and Europe in the fall of 2020.[13] In the United Kingdom, it is slated to go on sale in early 2021.[14] The EV model will go on sale in California in fall 2021, with the plug-in hybrid model coming later.[15] However, in July 2023 it was announced that the model would discontinue in the US market following the 2023 model, but will still sell the vehicle in Japan and Europe.[16][17]

Sales

In the US, Mazda has sold 116 MX-30 EVs in 2021, 324 in 2022 and 66 in the first half of 2023.[16][17]

Safety

The Mazda MX-30 received a 5-star rating by the Euro NCAP in 2020. It was also the first car to achieve a maximum rating under the new Euro NCAP criteria.[18]

Euro NCAP test results
Mazda MX-30 (2020)[19]
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 34.6 91%
Child occupant: 42.8 87%
Pedestrian: 37.0 68%
Safety assist: 11.8 73%

Awards and reviews

The MX-30 made the 10 Best List of the 2020-2021 Car of the Year Japan Awards.[20] It also won the 2020 Red Dot Design Award in the Electric Vehicle category.[21][22]

Nonprofit consumer organisation Consumer Reports stated, "With such a small battery, the EPA-estimated range is a scant 100 miles. That would have been competitive a decade ago, but it's not in today's EV market." CR called it a "strange little car" and found the vehicle noisy but applauded fit and finish and said it was "a fun little handler."[23]

Notes
  1. Japan, Australia and New Zealand only
  2. Uses CHAdeMO connector in Japan or CCS connector in other markets

References
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  7. Porter, Jon (23 October 2019). "Mazda's first electric car includes rear-hinged 'freestyle' doors". The Verge. US. Retrieved 1 November 2019.
  8. "Global reveal: the MX-30 is Mazda's sporty EV-SUV". Stuff. Kelsey Media. 24 October 2019. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
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  10. Sagar (23 October 2019). "MX-30 debuts in Tokyo as Mazda's first production EV". autodevot.com. Retrieved 21 April 2020.
  11. Szymkowski, Sean (14 April 2021). "Mazda MX-30 EV lands in the US this fall, rotary engine revival to follow". CNET. Retrieved 15 April 2021.
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  13. "All-Electric Mazda MX-30 Is More Fun To Drive Than CX-30, Mazda3". CarScoops. 27 June 2020. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
  14. Alcabaza, Gail (22 July 2020). "Mazda's first ever EV hits UK early next year". Yahoo! News. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
  15. Capparella, Joey (14 April 2021). "2022 Mazda MX-30 EV Coming to California This Fall, Hybrid to Follow". Car and Driver. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
  16. "Mazda Kills Its Only EV In America As The MX-30 Is Dead". carscoops.com. 28 July 2023.
  17. O’Neil, Kirk (30 July 2023). "Tesla Dominance Pushes Major Carmaker to Exit Electric Vehicles". TheStreet. Retrieved 31 July 2023.
  18. Trujillo, Estefanía (14 November 2020). "Mazda MX-30 obtiene 5 estrellas en las pruebas Euro NCAP". Motorpasión México. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
  19. "Mazda MX-30 (2020)". Euro NCAP. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
  20. "10ベストカー". Car of the Year Japan. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
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  22. Grecia, Leandre (2 April 2020). "Mazda bags two more Red Dot Awards for the CX-30 and MX-30". Top Gear Philippines. Summit Media. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
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