Mazda CX-30 - Should You Buy One?
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- Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
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Mazda needed a wider SUV range and this compact CX-30 model broadens it usefully. Jonathan Crouch reports.
Market and Model
CX-30 prices sit in the £23,000-£33,000 bracket, spread across five trim levels, 'SE-L', 'SE-L Lux', 'Sport Lux', 'GT Sport' and 'GT Sport Tech'. Every version features a colour windscreen projecting head-up display, radar cruise control and LED headlights. With a choice of eight exterior colours, 'SE-L' and 'SE-L Lux' cars feature 16-inch grey metallic wheels, while from 'Sport Lux' onwards, 18-inch wheels are standard: silver metallic on Skyactiv-G and bright silver metallic on Skyactiv-X models.
Inside, premium dark grey cloth with navy blue accents is standard, as is a 7-inch TFT instrument display. So is an 8.8-inch central infotainment screen incorporating Navigation, an 8-speaker DAB audio system and 'Apple CarPlay' and 'Android Auto' smartphone-mirroring. There's also radar cruise control, Smart Brake Support autonomous braking and Intelligent Speed Assist, which can adapt your velocity according to posted speed limits. 'GT Sport' and 'GT Sport Tech' models feature black leather with rich brown accents or (for £200 more), stone-coloured leather. The plushest models get niceties like a 12-speaker Bose surround system. And a 360-degree View Monitor camera system.
Cost of Ownership
Let's get to the figures. The base petrol Skyactiv-G engine manages 45.6mpg on the WLTP combined cycle and 116g/km of CO2. Or 42.8mpg and 126g/km as an auto. We'd recommend you try and stretch to the more powerful but, conversely, more economic Skyactiv-X petrol unit, which improves that showing to 47.9mpg and 105g/km as a manual or 43.5mpg and 118g/km as an auto. This same Skyactiv-X petrol engine also comes with AWD. In this guise, it manages 43.5mpg and 111g/km as a manual or 40.4mpg and 128g/km as an auto.
We should also mention the warranty, the usual unremarkable three year / 60,000 mile package. If you want to extend that, you can do so via optional 'Essential', 'Elite' and 'Complete' plans. Included in the standard package is a three year paintwork warranty and 12 years of anti-perforation cover. In addition, there's a 'Mazda Accident Aftercare' scheme which sees the company liaise with your insurer after an accident, making sure that you have access to a courtesy car if you need one and ensuring that all repairs are carried out to full Mazda standards.
Summary
The CX-30 makes a reasonable case for itself in an increasingly crowded segment. It lacks a premium badge on the bonnet of course, but then it also lacks the kind of inflated prices you'd pay from premium brand contenders in this market space. Plus under the bonnet of a Skyactiv-X variant, there's arguably the cleverest petrol engine you can have in the compact SUV segment, delivering an enticing combination of very sprightly performance and diesel-like economy.
Yes, there are more practical choices in this market segment. And arguably, there are also more fashionably-styled ones. But our overall impression of the CX-30 is of a very complete and thoughtfully-positioned package. Add it to your lengthening shopping list if you're in search of a car of this kind.
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I drove the CX-30 today. Every gauge and knob and switch were exactly where you wanted them to be. The ride was very comfortable. The longer I drove it the more I liked it. I absolutely want this car. I too recommend also other people to try it if you're thinking of buying a new car. Great work, Mazda!
I bought a 2020 CX 30 Skyactiv G 122 L-Lux last month, even though I felt a little less punch from the engine, I am slowly starting to enjoy the driving with around 35 mpg in town and up to 51 mpg on motorways, combined mpg of around 45mpg, it looks like I made the right choice. The tech in the car is brilliant! and of-course the plush looking interior which made me to make the final decision between KIA Xceed and the CX 30. Overall I think it's a great car from Mazda!
Brilliant to hear you're loving your Mazda CX-30, Sathish! 💪
Excellent car and OSV is one of the top and most trustworthy reviewers.
But as such, don't you think it's time to stop this driving while talking at the camera nonsense!? It's enough that cars now have all these gimmicks and touchscreens and the safety systems to compensate for distractions, but as leading reviewers set the example for road safety and driving enjoyment.
Hi Andreas, thank you for your feedback which we'll take on-board. We can assure you that the safety of our reviewers and of course other road users is our number one priority when filming these reviews.
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply I'm sure you pick as rural an area as possible and maybe even work with local authorities to make things safe.......not going to do this at rush hour in horrible traffic.......i liked the video.......👍👍
I'm smitten with Mazda now. It will take a lot for me to buy something else.
I’ve test driven one and just loved it. I’m getting one.
Mine should arrive next week!
You guys take care of your cx30’s. I wish I can afford one right now lol
Had ours since launch.. love it. You won't be disappointed..
Absolutely ! I have this one and it's a very comfi, fun and easy driving car ! Value for money, greetings from Belgium :)
That's brilliant to hear, Michelle! Thanks for sharing you experience with the CX-30 👍
Had a mazda 3 , getting the 23 plate CX 30 in march , already bought it
Brilliant to hear! We hope you enjoy your new CX-30 👍
I looked at it. Lovely vehicle, but when I had adjusted the drivers seat to an acceptable position I found that on ingress and egress I hit my head on the A pillar. I'm not tall, 177cm. This put me off somewhat!
I'm about the same as you as I didn't find it a problem.
Brian Heard I’m 6ft tall and had no problem. Perhaps the seat was way too high?
I'm 6'4" and my wife is 5'... Neither of us have any problems...it even better with the memory seats
@@spb4900 Hmm, maybe your neck is not 75 yrs old as mine is - not flexible any more. Cheers, BH
Well detailed 👌🏾
World car of the year? Or maybe Mazda 3? What do you reckon?
It's a tough choice. Would you pick the Mazda3 or CX-30? 🤔
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply I'm quite fond of the crossover segment, but the plastic cladding on the CX-30 is just too much for me, I'd pick the 3 for sure.
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply CX-30 for sure.......i am in the U.S........but the specs anywhere stack up pretty well.......would be awesome to get the 6 spd manual here........but that doesn't look like it'll happen........but the 2.5 engine here should be enough power.......quite a bit more than many others here for the same or similar price.......i want to test one
@@WesNG definitely have to pick the right color and wheels to even it out.......the plastic is a bit labor intensive to keep it nice.......will look horrible if you let the plastic be dirty or dry.......
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply I have a 3 and am changing to a CX30 next week. More important for the brand rather than the individual model perhaps.
Are the safety features exactly the same across the range?
Hi there, this is something our Vehicle Specialists can look into for you 👍 We supply every make and model in the UK. Fill in this quick form and we'll get in touch with more info: bit.ly/39YHCml
Fuck it I'm grabbing 1
Is this more compareable to the VW t-cross or t-roc? How does it stack up against those?
More comparable to the T-Roc
Hi again K-Plus it's great to see you exploring various different options. It is so important to compare vehicles based on your requirements when looking for something new. I would suggest requesting a call with one of our vehicles specialists using this link: www.osv.ltd.uk/hello-youtube/
They would be more than happy to explore all options and find an appropriate vehicle to meet your needs.
Very nice
Let us know if you're in the market for one, Robert 👍 bit.ly/39YHCml
Torn between this and the XC40...
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I'd like to get one, if it weren't for all that black exterior plastic around the wheel arches. Looks horrible, and probably won't age well.
Hi,
The CX-30 looks really good up close and personal. It's worth considering.
I thought it looked horrible in every picture I’ve seen. Went to a dealership to purchase a cx5, ended up with one of these. Looks much better in person
@@NS-qu5cg it does........but a person that doesn't keep their car clean will hate the plastic.......but if you maintain it it will always look nice
@@christophermay4998 There is a lot of cladding but hopefully it will provide a bit more protection all around the vehicle compared to some.
@@NS-qu5cg Getting one next week. Not as though it's visible once in the car and who cares what others think.
Best engine Mazda petrol & Mazda diesel ...............
Ford diesel engine & Ford petrol engine. Both engine who is the best engine
You might mention its assembled in Mexico
Thanks for the feedback, Robert 👍
NO!
Any particular reason why, John?
Who drives a manual SUV ! Nobody so why bother reviewing one !
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