Mazda CX-30
The Mazda CX-30 is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Mazda. Based on the fourth-generation Mazda3, it debuted at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, to slot in between the CX-3 and the CX-5. It went on sale in Japan on 24 October 2019,[14][12][7] with global units being produced at Mazda's Hiroshima factory, North and South American units built in Salamanca, Guanajuato, Mexico,[1][3][4] Thailand and initial Australian units made at the AutoAlliance Thailand plant in Rayong,[5][15] and China-market units produced in Nanjing by Changan Mazda.[2]
Mazda CX-30 (DM) | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Mazda |
Production | 2019–present |
Model years | 2020–present |
Assembly |
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Designer | Ryo Yanagisawa[7] |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Subcompact crossover SUV[8][9] |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | |
Platform | Small Product Group |
Related | |
Powertrain | |
Engine |
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Electric motor | 6.5 PS 24-volt e-motor (e-Skyactiv-X) 217 hp e-motor (CX-30 EV e-Skyactiv - China) |
Transmission |
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Hybrid drivetrain | MHEV (e-Skyactiv-X) |
Battery | 61.1 kWh lithium ion (CX-30 EV e-Skyactiv - China) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,655 mm (104.5 in)[12] |
Length | 4,395 mm (173.0 in)[12] |
Width | 1,795 mm (70.7 in)[12] |
Height | 1,540 mm (60.6 in) 1,655 mm (65.2 in) (CX-30 EV e-Skyactiv - China) |
Curb weight | 1,380–1,530 kg (3,042–3,373 lb) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Mazda CX-3 (North America and Europe) [13] |
Overview
The CX-30 features lightweight construction to improve performance and economy, and is offered in either front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive.
According to Naohito Saga, the CX-30's program manager, the new model is targeted to drivers who are still single or are married and starting a family in the United States. Mazda chief designer Ryo Yanagisawa said that it will be more acceptable as a family car in Europe and Japan.[7] Saga also noted that Mazda named the vehicle CX-30, to avoid confusion with the China-only CX-4.[16][17][7]
The CX-30 was released in the UK in December 2019[18] and in North America in January 2020. It was launched in the Philippines on 28 November 2019,[19] Malaysia on 15 January 2020,[20] Indonesia on 28 January 2020,[21][22] and Thailand on 6 March 2020.[23][24] The 2.5 turbo model was released internationally in February 2021.[25]
- Rear view
- Interior
Engines
Powertrain
Year | Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission |
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2019– | 2.0L PE-VPS I4 | 155 hp (157 PS; 116 kW) | 150 lb⋅ft (203 N⋅m) | 6-speed Skyactiv-Drive AT or Skyactiv-MT MT |
2019– | 2.5L PY-VPS I4 | 186 hp (189 PS; 139 kW) (2019–2022)
191 hp (194 PS; 142 kW) (2023–)[26] |
186 lb⋅ft (252 N⋅m) | |
2021– | 2.5L PY-VPTS I4 turbo | 250 hp (253 PS; 186 kW) | 320 lb⋅ft (434 N⋅m) | 6-speed Skyactiv-Drive AT |
Safety
Euro NCAP
Euro NCAP test results for a LHD, 5-door hatchback variant on a 2019 registration:
ANCAP
ANCAP test results on a RHD, 5-door small SUV variant on a 2020 registration:
ANCAP test results[29] | |
ANCAP safety rating | |
Adult occupant protection | 99% |
Child occupant protection | 88% |
Vulnerable road user protection | 80% |
Safety assist | 76% |
2021
The 2021 CX-30 was awarded the "Top Safety Pick +" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It received overall Good and Superior ratings on all categories except the Premium trim built before October 2020, as it received a Poor rating on headlights due to the LED projector low beams creating excessive glare.[30]
Small overlap front (Driver) | Good |
Small overlap front (Passenger) | Good |
Moderate overlap front | Good |
Side (original test) | Good |
Roof strength | Good |
Head restraints and seats | Good |
Headlights (all trims except Premium, pre-October 2020) | Good |
Headlights (Premium trim, pre-October 2020) | Poor |
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) | Superior |
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Pedestrian, day) | Superior |
Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use | Good+ |
2022
The 2022 CX-30 was awarded the "Top Safety Pick +" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. [31]
Small overlap front (Driver) | Good |
Small overlap front (Passenger) | Good |
Moderate overlap front | Good |
Side (original test) | Good |
Roof strength | Good |
Head restraints and seats | Good |
Headlights | Good |
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) | Superior |
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Pedestrian, day) | Superior |
Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use | Good+ |
Reception
The CX-30 received positive reviews upon its release. Top Gear gave it a score of 7 out of 10, with the verdict being: "Good car, the Mazda CX-30. Handles well, looks smart and has a lovely interior."[32] Car and Driver rated it 9.5 out of 10, commenting that "If you're shopping small SUVs, the Mazda CX-30 should be at the top of your consideration list."[33] Edmunds.com gave it a score of 7.9 out of 10, commenting that "Admittedly, it's a niche vehicle, but it has the potential to be a 'just-right' fit for car shoppers who want a slightly roomier and nicer vehicle than an subcompact crossover SUV but don't like the greater cost of bigger models such as the CX-5 or CR-V."[34] Alan Taylor-Jones of Autocar gave the CX-30 four out of five stars, saying: "Satisfyingly agile and blessed with a truly high quality interior, the CX-30 is a tempting choice if you don’t need vast amounts of space inside."[35]
On the other hand, Christian Seabaugh of Motor Trend was not impressed with the CX-30, saying that "The end result is that it feels neither sporty nor luxurious. Like the brand itself, the CX-30 (alongside the more successful CX-5) finds itself stuck in the middle. Worse still, it's a disappointing effort in a competitive class."[36] What Car? rated the CX-30 three out of five stars, commenting that "Its real strength lies in its ability to feel as luxurious as premium brands in this class at a much cheaper price. Just remember that rear space is tight and the boot isn’t anything to write home about, either."[37]
Awards
The CX-30 won the 2020 Red Dot Design Award in the Passenger Car category,[38][39] as well as the 2020 Autozeitung Design Trophy in the SUV category.[40] It also received the 2019 Auto Bild Golden Steering Wheel Award in the SUV/crossover category for vehicles up to 4.4 meters in length[41] and was named Thailand Car of the Year 2020 by the Thai Automotive Journalists Association,[42] as well as the 2020 Editor's Choice Car of the Year by Top Gear Philippines.[43]
In 2021, the CX-30 was named Car of the Year by Wheels magazine in Australia,[44] and it was selected as a Top Pick for Subcompact SUV Under US$25,000 by Consumer Reports.[45]
U.S. News & World Report ranked the Mazda CX-30 at No. 1 (tied with the Kia Soul and Hyundai Kona) on its list of Best Subcompact SUVs for 2022, giving it a score of 8.4 out of 10.[46]
Sales
In 2021, the CX-30 became the best-selling car in Colombia.[47]
Year | Sales | Global production | ||||||||
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Japan[48] | U.S.[49][50] | Mexico[51] | Canada[52] | Europe[lower-roman 1][53] | Australia | China[54] | Colombia | Thailand | ||
2019 | 9,068 | 899 | 2,073 | 14,438 | ||||||
2020 | 15,937 | 38,064 | 7,313 | 9,017 | 48,801 | 8,998[55] | 18,120 | 5,629[56] | 5,725[56] | 178,921[57] |
2021 | 19,355[58] | 60,185 | 9,162 | 11,407 | 49,153 | 13,309[59] | 15,494 | 11,214[47] | 6,691[60] | 187,492[61] |
2022 | 16,176 | 52,808[62] | 5,093 | 6,863 | 13,891[63] | 6,578[64] | 6,092[65] | 172,057[66] |
- Europe: 2020 EU 27 + UK + Switzerland + Norway + Iceland
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