I own a 2023 Mazda CX-30 Preferred Package and I test drove the new HRV. The H-RV is less powerful, yes, but the biggest difference is how they ride and that's personal preference. The CX-30 is a VERY firm suspension and you are going to feel all the bumps and vibrations in the road, yet the handling is amazing. The H-RV is a lot more smooth of a ride, softer suspension but does not handle quite as well, it's more balanced. Not as exciting, but I have to say I really did not realize how firm the suspension is on the CX-30 and it's hard to relax in my car because of it. It's not a relaxing ride, it's and exciting ride. I'm starting to miss having a smoother ride! It was fun at first but it's hard getting used to a suspension like that after a while. I'm tired of feeling EVERYTHING on the road, would like more softness in an everyday car. And BTW, mine was $28,000 USD (brand new), there are plenty of great features on lower trims in both the CX-30 and H-RV.
As a Cx-30 owner, actually I don't find it quite firm. Is it firmer than Hr-v, Kia, Citroen etc? Yeah it may be. However, I and my wife are quite happy with it's comfort. Especially, it absorbs small bumps or uneven surfaces quite well. I believe our different opinion about comfort may be due to the tires. Ours has Continental Premium Contact 6 as a reference.
@@burakdenizbinay7450 I live down roads that are pretty rough and it doesn't absorb bumps well at all. I changed the tires, didn't make a difference. I think it depends what you are used to previously. Mazda is not known for being a soft ride, they are tuned to have better handling and a firm ride.
The CX 30 has another drive mode. The switch is located on the left of the steering wheel and will put the cuv into off road / all terrain 4 wheel drive mode. Takes about a week to get used to the BMW style infotainment system. As for the pricing, get used to it people, it's gonna get worse. As for anything else, what she said in the end. I bought the Mazda.
I know performance and acceleration is not the point of these cars, but I have tested the HR-V and the CX-30 with the non turbo 2.5, and their 0 to 100kmh acceleration difference is huge, the HR-V is painfully slow it took me 11.08s (GPS) vs the Mazda's 8.42s, at sea level, and the turbo is about 2 seconds faster than the NA 2.5. Really a deal breaker for me, the Honda needs more torque.
In 2022 after researching, I chose a CX30 Turbo premium. This vehicle is a daily commuter. It is fun to drive, engaging to drive. Quite, nimble, sporty.
158 hp is ridiculous for an SUV, especially at this price point. This decision reminds me of what Honda did for Acura with the ILX. They don't even offer rear ac vents! Sure, it might be more spacious, but boy is it boring in every single way. Why live life like this, spending almost $40k for something that puts you to sleep?
When making such comparisons in the future, I suggest you compare base models vs these - or possibly the next step up from base, as most people buying smaller vehicles aren’t interested in spending lots of money for "luxury".
The features might be different depending on the market, for example in the U.S. the CX30 does not get the 2.0L 4 cylinder. The review vehicles are Canadian examples.
'Really nailed the differences between these two vehicles. The CVT transmission in the HR-V, combined with its weak engine - even though the vehicle offers more practicality - gives the win to the sporty CX-30 (and thanks, Canadians, for pronouncing it "Mahz-da," which soothes my south-of-the-border ears). The outcome might have been different if Honda had chosen to install their more-powerful *and* economical hybrid system in this HR-V for the same current price as this top-level, arguably overpriced trim.
Besides the lack of power in the Honda, I have to say, how a small family SUV does not have rear A/C vents and armrest with cupholders. It does feel much roomier inside however.
When speaking of the HRV design being old. I think a reason could be that it shares a very similar appearence to the 2020 Ford Escape but in miniature.
@@AndresSalazarAutos My previous gen HRV's cvt was slippery at all times 😆 Cx30 is in a whole other class for awd performance. Mazda has invested a ton of work into it. Honda has historically viewed AWD as largely unnecessary for most vehicles.
Mazda has ALWAYS had touchscreen , if you pair your phone to it , if you know how to surf the menu ....so please learn how to do it and stop saying no touchscreen .
Right, for those prices, I'd look for (yr old) Pilots or Highlanders, CX 90's, or compact SUV's from luxury manufacturers at that price. I'm expecting more speed, more crash worthy, more space, more quiet at all speeds, more real world resale value...
@@thejake8099 Average car payment $750. Invested wisely in 30 years that’s $1.9 million in the bank. I’d take the cash for a fun retirement rather then driving a new chunk of steel with money you don’t have to impress strangers you don’t know at a stop light.
@@thejake8099 Check out the vehicles you say you prefer on iihs for reliable, accurate crash test ratings. The CX-30 beats them ALL. Go ahead, I dare ya.
I had tha new honda,what a pos😢. Very dissatisfied disappointed,mexica junk .Folks if the vin starts with a 3 it is junk cheap no quality!!!!!!!!!!! Got rid of it !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Mazda is a better looking, better motors, better drive - Mazda hands down!
Or the Mozda! 😂
I own a 2023 Mazda CX-30 Preferred Package and I test drove the new HRV. The H-RV is less powerful, yes, but the biggest difference is how they ride and that's personal preference. The CX-30 is a VERY firm suspension and you are going to feel all the bumps and vibrations in the road, yet the handling is amazing. The H-RV is a lot more smooth of a ride, softer suspension but does not handle quite as well, it's more balanced. Not as exciting, but I have to say I really did not realize how firm the suspension is on the CX-30 and it's hard to relax in my car because of it. It's not a relaxing ride, it's and exciting ride. I'm starting to miss having a smoother ride! It was fun at first but it's hard getting used to a suspension like that after a while. I'm tired of feeling EVERYTHING on the road, would like more softness in an everyday car. And BTW, mine was $28,000 USD (brand new), there are plenty of great features on lower trims in both the CX-30 and H-RV.
As a Cx-30 owner, actually I don't find it quite firm. Is it firmer than Hr-v, Kia, Citroen etc? Yeah it may be. However, I and my wife are quite happy with it's comfort. Especially, it absorbs small bumps or uneven surfaces quite well. I believe our different opinion about comfort may be due to the tires. Ours has Continental Premium Contact 6 as a reference.
@@burakdenizbinay7450 I live down roads that are pretty rough and it doesn't absorb bumps well at all. I changed the tires, didn't make a difference. I think it depends what you are used to previously. Mazda is not known for being a soft ride, they are tuned to have better handling and a firm ride.
As a cx30 owner i confirm everyting here said.
@@DrPapasleTried the cx 30 at 0 miles and another one at about 8000. The ride does soften a bit once its broke in.
Mazda for the win. and I am a Honda owner
Thank you for the review...those are crazy prices. OMG, I just can't see how anyone would want to pay $40k for these.
The CX 30 has another drive mode. The switch is located on the left of the steering wheel and will put the cuv into off road / all terrain 4 wheel drive mode. Takes about a week to get used to the BMW style infotainment system. As for the pricing, get used to it people, it's gonna get worse. As for anything else, what she said in the end. I bought the Mazda.
Vehicle settings / connectivity / scroll to the bottom of connectivity / touchscreen active in motion /.....there you have it .
I know performance and acceleration is not the point of these cars, but I have tested the HR-V and the CX-30 with the non turbo 2.5, and their 0 to 100kmh acceleration difference is huge, the HR-V is painfully slow it took me 11.08s (GPS) vs the Mazda's 8.42s, at sea level, and the turbo is about 2 seconds faster than the NA 2.5. Really a deal breaker for me, the Honda needs more torque.
In 2022 after researching, I chose a CX30 Turbo premium. This vehicle is a daily commuter. It is fun to drive, engaging to drive. Quite, nimble, sporty.
One correction, you are testing the HR V, it is not the top spec level. The ex-l does have power driver seats
158 hp is ridiculous for an SUV, especially at this price point. This decision reminds me of what Honda did for Acura with the ILX. They don't even offer rear ac vents! Sure, it might be more spacious, but boy is it boring in every single way. Why live life like this, spending almost $40k for something that puts you to sleep?
Honda really went down Mexican made garbage!!!!!!!!!!!!
Highly informative and helpful video from you both . Thank you . I like the Mazda .
Just traded in a 2021 hrv EX for a 2023 cx30 turbo premium plus in the US.
Literally njght and day difference in the ride quality
Yeah, ice cream... 🤤 Thank you for the video, they certainly are cars with huge differences, hard to pick a winner.
When making such comparisons in the future, I suggest you compare base models vs these - or possibly the next step up from base, as most people buying smaller vehicles aren’t interested in spending lots of money for "luxury".
I'm confused...The EX-L HRV has power seats per Honda's website.
The features might be different depending on the market, for example in the U.S. the CX30 does not get the 2.0L 4 cylinder.
The review vehicles are Canadian examples.
Power Seat only for US.
Canada got Heated steering instead.
'Really nailed the differences between these two vehicles. The CVT transmission in the HR-V, combined with its weak engine - even though the vehicle offers more practicality - gives the win to the sporty CX-30 (and thanks, Canadians, for pronouncing it "Mahz-da," which soothes my south-of-the-border ears). The outcome might have been different if Honda had chosen to install their more-powerful *and* economical hybrid system in this HR-V for the same current price as this top-level, arguably overpriced trim.
Besides the lack of power in the Honda, I have to say, how a small family SUV does not have rear A/C vents and armrest with cupholders. It does feel much roomier inside however.
When speaking of the HRV design being old. I think a reason could be that it shares a very similar appearence to the 2020 Ford Escape but in miniature.
I’ve got a new HRV. It’s my 4th Honda. I did over 100,000 miles on them. The only thing I had to replace was brakes. Talk your talk. Not a Mazda fan!
lmao take the HRV and CX-30 off road and you will understand the Mazda and Honda AWD are in different leagues
Yeah the CX-30 will own it there too.
Honda's CVT will not help off road
@@AndresSalazarAutos
My previous gen HRV's cvt was slippery at all times 😆
Cx30 is in a whole other class for awd performance. Mazda has invested a ton of work into it. Honda has historically viewed AWD as largely unnecessary for most vehicles.
After driving a cx-30, all the Toyotas or Hondas feel cheap. Mazda really made their cars for the drivers.
Church lady rules🤔🤷🏼🙄
How does one honestly compare these two vehicles when the Mazda has 2 engines over 200 hp while the Honda barely has one 158 hp engine? 🤷🏼🤔🙄
Great job, but please please please the way the lady says Mazda is just like an ice pick in my eardrum
HRV is my choice
Mazda has ALWAYS had touchscreen , if you pair your phone to it , if you know how to surf the menu ....so please learn how to do it and stop saying no touchscreen .
Crossovers or SUVs?
Both great vehicles for different purposes.
Jeep Compass 2024 for the win
But not in 2029...
No CVT for me
Grossly overpriced and not realistic in 2023. Hard pass! 👎🏼
Ummmm, it's this expensive now BECAUSE it's 2023. LOL
@@PapaToddNAnd 1 years salary = a new car! 😜
Right, for those prices, I'd look for (yr old) Pilots or Highlanders, CX 90's, or compact SUV's from luxury manufacturers at that price. I'm expecting more speed, more crash worthy, more space, more quiet at all speeds, more real world resale value...
@@thejake8099
Average car payment $750. Invested wisely in 30 years that’s $1.9 million in the bank.
I’d take the cash for a fun retirement rather then driving a new chunk of steel with money you don’t have to impress strangers you don’t know at a stop light.
@@thejake8099 Check out the vehicles you say you prefer on iihs for reliable, accurate crash test ratings. The CX-30 beats them ALL. Go ahead, I dare ya.
I had tha new honda,what a pos😢. Very dissatisfied disappointed,mexica junk .Folks if the vin starts with a 3 it is junk cheap no quality!!!!!!!!!!! Got rid of it !!!!!!!!!!!!!
😂😂