I want to buy Mazda but those 2nd row legroom are terrible. They're the tiniest in all class. I think Mazda market targets are single and young couples with no kids.
I just bought this model and I plan to pack miles on it until my son is like 10(8years from now), then I'll buy something bigger. But for toddlers and kids it's great! If I ever need to stick adults in my back seat I'll take my tacoma.
A number of manufacturers who offer proximity key fobs are starting to go with remote start through the phone app, I believe that’s the case with these Mazdas. 🙂
You’re correct, thanks for mentioning it! I just revisited the window sticker link. I’m use to the 186/187 of most of the other 2.5 skyactive. Good catch, and thanks for watching! 🙂
@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 No problem. Reason I know is I have been researching this model to buy. Deciding if I wanted the turbo or non-turbo model. (I like the red seats in the Carbon edition but you can't get the turbo with that model.)
If you haven’t driven them already, the turbo is a hoot. I highly recommend it. But correct, no red leather. Unless….. you can convince the dealer to swap seats?! 😉😉 lol
@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 My niece bought a 2022 CX-30 (non-turbo) and loves it but says it doesn't have the zip that her Mini Cooper S had so to wait and try the 191hp model (or get the turbo :-))
2023 model CX-30 bumps up horsepower to 191 & *also finally adds cylinder-deactivation technology* to all CX-30 trim levels - a feature that some do not like due to past issues/problems with that technology among various automakers (including Mazda). I'm happy that I bought mine in 2022, without it. The 186hp non-turbo engine feels great to me for this size/weight vehicle, so eye of the beholder I guess. I don't fancy myself a street-racer, or have Fast & Furious driving aspirations. 😛
Still best in class (I have a 2022 CX-30 Carbon Edition). Stock sound systems sound great IMO. The little, lightweight CX-30 hatch doesn't even need a power liftgate & I can't even believe people actually cry about stuff like this. No remote start on physical remote (just with app) - don't care since I won't ever use it anyway where I live. Good luck finding a better Crossover in this size/price segment, or buy a higher trim level with those features.
@@inctruI also have a 2022 Carbon Edition. My first Mazda and loving it, I definitely got my money’s worth. The knob for the infotainment just feels more natural and safer imo. Oh and that red interior 🔥.
The cheap plopped on plastic infotainment screen looks awful. Mazda has a clean, refined interior. They need to integrate the infotainment screen into the dash like Audi does.
Audi only does that so that when something inevitably goes wrong on it, it’ll be loads of labor & reintegration costs to the customer in order to fix it.
@@melbrown2295 There is a way to integrate the infotainment screen into the dash that's seamless and will not cost an arm and a leg to fix it when it breaks. Imagine creating a recessed rectangular area in the dash, variable in size, where a fully integrated screen, as thin and complete as an iPad is attached with a USBC connector and can be removed and upgraded at will. This isn't rocket science. Instead Mazda and others use an infotainment screen that looks like it's from Radio Shack.
I want to buy Mazda but those 2nd row legroom are terrible. They're the tiniest in all class. I think Mazda market targets are single and young couples with no kids.
Cx-50??
I just bought this model and I plan to pack miles on it until my son is like 10(8years from now), then I'll buy something bigger. But for toddlers and kids it's great! If I ever need to stick adults in my back seat I'll take my tacoma.
Or in our case grandparents....lol
Great video, Gawd do you know the tech, thanks for the review! 😀
Thank you! 😁
Great review
Thanks! This was one of my first reviews. I’ll do a bunch more Mazdas in the near future or when the 2025s come out!
Remote Start? Didn’t see that on the key fob?
A number of manufacturers who offer proximity key fobs are starting to go with remote start through the phone app, I believe that’s the case with these Mazdas. 🙂
@@AutomotiveAnonymous208any updates if they did ?
@@jermaineallen2879they do have remote start in the app.
Thank you for confirming this! 🙂
Good video!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you!!!!!!!!! 😁
You mentioned 186hp? I thought they bumped it up in 2023 to 191 horsepower (on the CX-30 but not the CX-5)
You’re correct, thanks for mentioning it! I just revisited the window sticker link. I’m use to the 186/187 of most of the other 2.5 skyactive. Good catch, and thanks for watching! 🙂
@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 No problem. Reason I know is I have been researching this model to buy. Deciding if I wanted the turbo or non-turbo model. (I like the red seats in the Carbon edition but you can't get the turbo with that model.)
If you haven’t driven them already, the turbo is a hoot. I highly recommend it. But correct, no red leather. Unless….. you can convince the dealer to swap seats?! 😉😉 lol
@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 My niece bought a 2022 CX-30 (non-turbo) and loves it but says it doesn't have the zip that her Mini Cooper S had so to wait and try the 191hp model (or get the turbo :-))
2023 model CX-30 bumps up horsepower to 191 & *also finally adds cylinder-deactivation technology* to all CX-30 trim levels - a feature that some do not like due to past issues/problems with that technology among various automakers (including Mazda). I'm happy that I bought mine in 2022, without it. The 186hp non-turbo engine feels great to me for this size/weight vehicle, so eye of the beholder I guess. I don't fancy myself a street-racer, or have Fast & Furious driving aspirations. 😛
Another Depressing color 😂.
Merry Christmas ! I hope you and your wife enjoy your Christmas together.
Lol. I appreciate it and Merry Christmas to you both as well! 🙂
No bose sound..No power liftgate..not even remote start on remote..big pass for me..
Still best in class (I have a 2022 CX-30 Carbon Edition). Stock sound systems sound great IMO. The little, lightweight CX-30 hatch doesn't even need a power liftgate & I can't even believe people actually cry about stuff like this. No remote start on physical remote (just with app) - don't care since I won't ever use it anyway where I live. Good luck finding a better Crossover in this size/price segment, or buy a higher trim level with those features.
Same.. remote start is must now days
@@inctruI also have a 2022 Carbon Edition. My first Mazda and loving it, I definitely got my money’s worth. The knob for the infotainment just feels more natural and safer imo. Oh and that red interior 🔥.
@@riczon1056 Just picked up the 2023 Carbon Edition. Awesome vehicle.
The fact this is $29k MSRP and doesn’t have SiriusXM built in is ridiculous. Mazda making you get a premium trip to have it in the infotainment is sad
Most people just use Apple Car Play or Android Auto though, right?
@@MrDoBaKflips would say that’s a valid excuse for no SXM built in if the APC/AA was wireless
I consider it a bonus not having Sirius XM, who the hell uses that?
8 inches of ground clearance and 191 horsepower. Get the facts straight come on goofy
You’re right, lol. Appreciate the clarification. 6.9” was on the former base trim level, and new for 2023 is the updated peak hp figure. 🤪
Figuring 8” of clearance should be good enough except for only the highest category off roading course
The cheap plopped on plastic infotainment screen looks awful. Mazda has a clean, refined interior. They need to integrate the infotainment screen into the dash like Audi does.
It’s definitely not for everyone. Thanks for watching! 🙂
Audi only does that so that when something inevitably goes wrong on it, it’ll be loads of labor & reintegration costs to the customer in order to fix it.
@@melbrown2295 There is a way to integrate the infotainment screen into the dash that's seamless and will not cost an arm and a leg to fix it when it breaks. Imagine creating a recessed rectangular area in the dash, variable in size, where a fully integrated screen, as thin and complete as an iPad is attached with a USBC connector and can be removed and upgraded at will. This isn't rocket science. Instead Mazda and others use an infotainment screen that looks like it's from Radio Shack.