I have this car. The rear view is limited so I removed the rear headrests since I don’t have passengers. This car is meant to do grocery getting and not off-roading, so should meet 99% of folks looking for a subcompact CUV. 186hp is powerful enough to get off the line and merge onto the freeway when needed. The ‘20 crosstrek engine felt so slow but I see the new 21’ crosstrek has been upgraded to more Hp.
The most important issue is that one has a traditional transmission and the other has a CVT 😧
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We leased a '20 CX-30 in April and love it more every day we drive it. Premium exterior and interior, great sound system and fun to drive! The seats are also amazingly comfortable and supportive . We went for the Soul Red and are blown away by it every day.
Mazda vehicles are so nice. Its 6 speed works very smoothly. Wish more people buy Mazda . I got Mazda 6 and GLC300 in 2016, and have got no issues with 6 but GLC had forced me seeing dealer so frequently. Decided to replace GLC with CX-5Turbo lately, CX-5 is such a pleasant car to drive, CX-30 seems even better. Love Mazda
Stephen Powdexter CX5 is based on the old design principles Mazda employed. When there’s an all new CX5 it’ll be better, but at the moment has the older interior, media system, audio system etc.
suilong jiao interesting. The 2017 (late) was supposed to be all new and now we are talking new again. I almost bought a 2019 turbo but decided it was too expensive and, as noted, is behind in some features.
I wish Mazda offered more fuel-efficient options. I know their focus is largely on driver engagement, but there's no reason they couldn't offer hybrid versions of the CX-30, Mazda3, or Mazda6 that could rival competitors like the Honda Insight, Hybrid Accord, or Hybrid Sonata in fuel economy while maintaining Mazda's famous driving dynamic. I'll likely be purchasing a new vehicle in the next year and absolutely want a vehicle that pulls 40+ MPG every time I fill my tank, and that's the sole reason I won't be purchasing a Mazda as they don't have a single offering that meets that criteria. If a hybrid Mazda3 or Mazda6 existed, however, I probably wouldn't even bother looking at the competition. Instead I'm looking with great interest at an upper trim level of the new 2020 Sonata Hybrid. Oh well.
Just ordered a CX30. It's the first vehicle I've ever made a decision on having not seen in person or driven. Before watching this video I was crossing my fingers. Now I'm excited and can't wait for it to arrive. I have been driving std transmissions all my life and having moved up north my knees started complaining last winter so decided that since I'm approaching 61 I should 'grow up' and get an automatic. In addition having something a little higher off the ground is quite appealing.
I am personally not a fan of cladding on the sides of vehicles but have to say that this looks surprisingly nice and clean, especially in this red color... 👍😎
I am driving the 2020 Mazda CX-30. I love driving this vehicle. Keep in mind I am 4’10” and the seat adjust up and down 8 positions, as well as, forward and backwards.
This is the best of all the car reviews. He takes a no nonsense approach, clearly states the facts, and you can sense that it's not about him, like other reviews, rather it's about the car.
They didn't stay away from "more plastic means more rugged" styling though, yuck! Its like we're slowly returning to the Avalanche that everyone used to make fun of since the whole bottom of the truck was plastic... worse yet, all that black plastic is going to turn gray after 5 years.
Matthew Rex I don’t care for all the black cladding. I wish they would paint the entire door panels. However, I have a CX-5 and my black plastic is almost 3 years old and it is still black. No graying at all.
I've always loved Mazda's. I've owned 3 of them and never had problems. They're very well made and underrated. The one thing I wish Mazda would do with their vehicles is provide better leg room in the rear. Most competitors out shine them in that department. The belt line is also high. I believe the Volkswagon Taos has the most rear leg room which is impressive in the subcompact SUV segment. But nothing beats the interior of Mazda vehicles especially for the price point.
Alex, I am 6’3” mid 200s in weight and am quite comfortable in this vehicle. Love the turbo. On the open highway I get close to the 30mph. If I could add one thing it would be to increase the fuel tank size on the Turbo versions. ( 2 gallons more ) From an enthusiasts driver point of view this maybe one of the most engaging CUVs for those of us who really like to drive. I have said it before and will say it again here...the CX5 family of CUVs has almost something for everyone of us who is an enthusiastic driver and at an affordable price point. They are stylish, sporty, fun to drive, reliable, safe, and that on occasion one can take off the beaten path.
I’m 6’4 280. Do you not find the center console uncomfortable by your right leg? Seems to be such little room there. I’m debating on this Cx 30 and the Kia Seltos but that huge center console looks intrusive
This vehicle comes very well prepared for its segment. In fact, if I am not wrong, this is hands down the best in it's class except rear seat legroom, but of course you are not buying a subcompact SUV for extra rear seat space. If nothing goes wrong with it's suspension and reliability has no issues, this vehicle will and should sell really well, perhaps the best in class. Nissan Kicks, Toyota CH-R, Honda HR-V and Chevrolet Trax... None of them come even close to what this vehicle is offering overall.
While I appreciate this review, a few things of note: - I find it humorous that you refused to mention that the interior is noticeably upscale. Competitive with vehicles in the luxury segment. - You mentioned the side door speakers were moved for a larger storage bin in the doors. These speakers were moved to remove the large cutout in the door's sheetmetal in an effort to reduce interior road noise. Pretty important. - All the buttons in the vehicle have the same tactile feedback. Mazda has done an incredible job making the feel of buttons and dials consistent across the vehicle. Again, contributing to the feel of an upscale / luxury vehicle. Overall, great review!
bird718 I fully agree. I think it’s the best red on the mainstream market. I’m just surprised Hyundai and Kia haven’t copied it yet. They copy everything else. 🤣
google for the paint issues with this Soul Red and Machine Grey color. Thin paint, paint issues. I learned recently that many paint experts are finding that Mazda has one of the weakest paints in the industry.
sheldrake1111 they sell more cars as well, Mazda haven’t been able to copy that 🥴🥴🥱 Mind you, they produce enough units to sell as much as Hyundai or Kia but hey, nothing is perfect 👋🏼
Definitely the best use of Mazda's current design language. I like their set up for the infotainment system, it makes sense to me and I wish more brands moved away from the all encompassing touch screens.
Wow, just when we’re thinking of a more compact minivan replacement now that the kids have all flown the coup😊 This looks just about right.....will look forward to the full review. Thanks Alex👍👍
KJ At first I was surprised to see that Alex enjoys the classic MC Hammer and then while listening to the no-touch restriction of the screen I remarked in my head to Alex: “Well played, Alex, Well played”!
I have the 18 Mazda 6 - The control knob works perfectly as you don't even need to attempt to use the touch screen. Mazda ditching the touch screen aspect was definitely a good call regardless.
Is that a pro? At first I thought they were incandescent. Aside from longer bulb life, I feel like the more immediate light output of an LED looks cleaner and more modern.
Basically it's about the overall time where there is some level of visible light vs no light. With regular on/off LED it may be eg. 0.5 sec on, 0.5 sec off. Whereas with fading out in place the ratio would be skewed towards mostly on and a much shorter off.
24:40 Alex nails why manufacturers are abandoning sedans and hatchbacks in favor of crossovers. I know ethusiasts complain and many ranted that Ford was insane to do so, but in a modern crossover like this, you give up nothing in terms of economy and driveablity but you add a ton of practicality.
That really isn't true. Simply cause of physics, the average car will out handle and be more efficient than its crossover counterpart. Secondly, just cause something has a hatch doesn't mean it's more practical. Some of these crossovers are so small, they really don't carry that much more stuff than a compact or midsize sedan with a decent size trunk. That being said, the delta is narrowing and you don't have to sacrifice as much with these vehicles as you did in the 90's and early 2000s. Bottomline these things sell because people like how they look and sitting up high. They're rarely a pragmatic decision.
@@lowrider276 Out-handling is only an issue with sports cars. Comparing a Mazda 3 to a CX-30, they both handle fairly equally on a regular road. Alex mentions this several times. The fuel economy is also pretty close. A Mazda 3 AWD 2.5 gets 26 city, 35 hwy, while the CX-30 AWD 2.5 gets 24 city, 31 hwy. What you absolutely cannot deny is that CUVs are FACTUALLY more spacious when you compare to the same size sedans. So compare a CX-30 to a Mazda 3 sedan and you’ll see.
These should be a big seller. I agree that you need to go for the Select or Preferred package. I would avoid the cylinder deactivation mode so the Premium is out for me. It's not worth the extra engine issues you'll most likely see for 1mpg gain. Great review, thanks!
I'm so glad that the cylinder deactivation is only on the top model! The 6 speed transmission is one of the the primary reasons I'm looking at this. I do NOT want an 8 speed transmission.
@@NOFATCHICK1 look at Toyota 8 speeds. They're already having problems with them . They have an annoying tendency of constantly shifting looking for the right gear., sometimes newer isn't better and the mazda 6 speed is bulletproof. They've done a good job building them so why mess with something that works so well? Keep it simple and you'll have fewer problems
Looks superb and good to drive. Mazda arguably makes the best-looking cards of any manufacturer. We get the 2-litre compression ignition petrol/gas engine in the UK with 180bhp. Great to drive and near 50 mpg ( 40mpg US). Our previous Mazda, a CX5, did 9 years of service with zero repair costs.
Stay away from cylinder deactivation (or take it out for a drive where you're going 55 in 6th and the cylinder deactivation is active and make sure you don't mind the vibration). I have it in my 2019 Mazda3 hatch and the vibration really ruins the otherwise spectacularly smooth drive. Also, make sure the climate control works as it should: set the temp to 62 degrees or so and see if it blows super hot air instead of slightly warm air as it should. This is another thing that drives me nuts in my 2019 Mazda3 hatch... oddly enough it does start regulating temperature normally 10-15 minutes into the drive. Don't have this issue in my 2018 Mazda6 2.5T.
I hate the vibration in my mazda3. It started happening after they did a recal for the cylinder deactivation. At least I know not to stay in that range for too long.
@@nelsonricciardi7087 cylinder deactivation can't be disabled. I also noticed more vibration after the recall. The only thing you can do is keep the engine rpm outside of the 1300-1900 range by using a lower gear...which defeats the purpose of cylinder deactivation :( for example, sport mode does this well ;)
Can you compare the headlights? I got a 2021 Mazda3 hatchback AWD and loved it until nightfall. The brights illuminate a very small area and driving on country roads was hazardous. The CX-30 lighting is much brighter and broader - does the CX-3 have the same kind? This is surprisingly hard information to find.
I have a CX-5 w/o the turbo and the engine is a dog. Avoid it. Yes, the turbo is a remedy but 1) the price goes up considerably and 2) the MPG goes down.
texanfournow well you can’t have it both ways lol got to pay to play same with every other manufacturer plus 2500 more from a GT to a GT reserve with turbo is not much, gas savings is what 2 to 3 miles a gallon gas is so cheap now so yeah I will take the turbo all day over a base engine.
Just took a 2020 CX30 out for a test drive followed by 2022 CX5 Have to say that the difference between the two cars are subtle.The CX30 is the sporty and slightly more luxurious. The CX5 is a tad softer on road and a bit more everyday on the inside. Only down side is the wait time for either car is 2 to 3 months.
@@philcampeau Hi, I just purchased 2020CX30 Select. I’m a bit nervous dealing with the tech features, not used to it. May I ask how do you care for the exterior? The manual makes it seem like a regular car wash place could damage the paint, etc. Where do you wash the car? Also it seems so low to the ground, I already hit a little pot hole and sounded like a scraping noise. Thanks in advance
Beautiful car. I like this three tone interior than the one you find in Mazda 3 and it's more practical than 3 and I'm not bothered by that plastic cladding because of its purpose of mild off roading just in case you may need it. I agree with you about the tire hopefully Mazda will listen to you and option a wider not just this car but most of their SUVs 🏎🏎🏎👌👌👌
Best front end of all of Mazda's SUVs.Even the profile, and IMO, the rear looks better as well. I kinda like the prominent tail lights. All it needs is a more powerful engine and better tranny.
Seeing this vehicle really makes wish they still sold the mazda 5. It's a shame that it didn't sell, it's handling was crazy good for a van, and it's amazing cargo space, sliding doors, and emergency third row and overall small size made it such a unique vehicle.
@@ALMX5DP All of that, with several quality of life improvements that address the issues people had with it, and an optional sport package with better tires/rims and more HP . It would be an instant buy for me, and I don't even have a license yet. Sucks that vans have to be the size of school buses to sell here, hopefully Americans get over the minivan stigma, because losing this vehicle type to an image would be tragic.
I don't get why people are hating on minivans and wagons in north America. They are much more practical than crossovers since 90% of people don't need high ground clearance or even awd in their daily commute.
Exactly. Look at Toyota. They're already having problems. The mazda 6 speed is probably one of the best built transmissions you can get right now. Why mess with it?. I've always thought that the 8 speed is more marketing hype anyway.
@@Corkfish1 8 speed is designed for smoothness mainly for CVT usage because people said 6 simulated shifts on the CVT can be a bit clunky and slow where as 8 speed provides better power transition betwene 1st to 3rd gear. 8 speed isn't really overrated if you look at german models that as 8 speed DCT or Hyundais they work fine. Just that DCT in itself is a problem, high clutch wear.
How does having more gears equate to more problems? That makes NO engineering sense. Also, automatics have been getting kore and more reliable through the years, The 6-speeds from 20 years ago were factually LESS reliable than modern 8-10 speeds. They were just expected to only last 80-100k miles. Most modern automatics last past 150k miles. The issues with modern transmissions aren’t mechanical. They’re software-based. Transmissions often work poorly, but they don’t break. They just need to be mapped properly, so they can figure out what gear to be in for the specific conditions (not as easy as one might think). Otherwise, the more gears you have, the easier it is for the transmission to deal with the torque, the better it is for the engine, the transaxle and fuel economy.
The 2.5L engine and 6 speed should be more durable than the competitors like 16:23. But will Cylinder Deactivation give me problems down the road? I just realized it's standard in every CX-5.
The one thing that turns me off on this vehicle is the styling. Yes, the vehicle has beautiful, breathtaking lines, a red so deep that you can dive in it, and a beautifully crafted interior that’s like a marriage between a BMW and a Rolls; but, really high window sills, tiny windows, swooping lines, and giant wheels with thin tires? This is not just a Mazda issue, all auto manufacturers seem to be copying these common forms into their cars in the same way it was done in the 50s with giant tail fins, the 60s with plastic woodgrain panels, and the 70s with fake fabric convertible roofs. These styling cues will make these vehicles obsolete all too soon. I guess I’m an old fashioned guy who likes function over styling. Great review as always!
@@ALMX5DP many do but a subcompact like this works fine with the ground clearance. A family member has a Buick Encore, small but goes through snow very easily. Many drive cars here, I don't get it anymore. Life's too short to risk getting stuck. I used to drive cars but they're making them too low now.
@@LGMinnesota I lived in Syracuse, NY for years, with only cars and on all-season tires. Syracuse gets more snow than any other city in the continental 50 states. I’ve never gotten stuck and never had an accident in the winter.
I very much like the CX30's rear window design as compared to the Mazda3 hatch. I currently use a Garmin voice controlled GPS in my Mazda6 2013. I really wish I had a control knob like the CX30. It is not always convenient or possible to give commands, though I do like that GPS.
I don't know why all the comments about how it looks with the plastic cladding, without mentioning the long term effect of hiding the metal shell behind the cladding. That is how the moisture gets staying between them and the rust develops. If I am not taking the car off road or planning to sandblast the wheel wells, the cladding should stay off the car, but not because of the looks.
Our(Edmunds) 2018 Mazda CX-5 had a sticker price of $34,505 when it was new. After a year of driving, our odometer had about 17,600 miles on it. Assuming clean condition, the CX-5 had a private-party appraised value of $24,818. This is a 28% depreciation, which is worse than our long-term fleet average of 22%.
Ouch that's steep. Wondering how's your paint job? I'm hearing Mazda has one of the thinnest paint jobs in the automotive industry, in particular the Red and the Machine Gray have most issues. I'm curious what an owner thinks? Do you have a lot of swirl marks?
New Camrys do that until the transmission computer figures out your shifting patterns. It only lasts about 2-3 months, depending on how many miles you put on. It’s a well-known thing. Same with the Rav4s.
Very good looking car. I'm tired of the war on windows. The Mazda3 hatch rear windows are an abomination. As a general rule, the beltline on all recent Mazdas should be an inch or two lower. The match window absolutely should be larger.
High waistline maybe because of side impact protection and they all have rear cameras. But yes, you like sit in fortress, not very good view and airy feeling.
Definitely a beauty and nice ride but the highest trim is missing fog lights, a heated steering wheel, heated side mirrors, wireless charging, no backseat usb input or other connectivity, and would make more sense not to have the cupholders in front of the shifter makes for an odd reach.
@@apache-yaquibrown4060 for backseat? Not the point the competition all has USB connections in the back seats. When two in the front are used by those two, you can't plug in anything for the back seat passenger.
Buy the Turtle Wax Trim Restorer for the unpainted plastic around the wheel openings and bottom of the doors, so it does not weather to a light gray color.
Ya’ll journalist need to stop with 8-9 speed transmission bullshit. We auto enthusiast love the 6 speed. Enough other manufacturers have those. Do not try and make mazda boring like all the rest thank you
Great video Alex. I'm curious what Mazda will do with their current 2.5L/6Speed combo as it's in the majority of their lineup (3,6,CX30,CX5) for many years now. Plus there were those rumblings of a new I6 coming. Either way if they wanna move more upmarket they do need a tad more power and a few more gears.
I've always thought 8 speeds were more marketing hype. One of the main reasons I'm looking at this is because the mazda 6 speed is bulletproof. I hope they never mess with it.
@@daviddou1408 Again, if you don’t know why more gears makes things better then you know NOTHING about mechanics or engineering. Also, why are you assuming my age? Ignorance coupled with arrogance?
@@daviddou1408 You want me to educate you in basic math and physics? Why? Because school failed you? Why don’t you start by learning what gears do to begin with!
@@daviddou1408 CVTs aren’t a bad thing, if done correctly. Ultimately, they are the most efficient in producing power and they are the future. I do, however, see that you don’t bother educating yourself, which is why you troll (don’t know any better), so the conversation with you is over. Go somewhere else to showcase your ignorance.
I agree with Stereo and ThatWasherNerd regarding the cladding. Because of that, purchasing the CX-30 is a no go at this point. Plus, I usually wait until a new model is on the road for at least 2 years. The deactivation issue is for ONLY the top model Alex?
I like that it has a regular 6-speed automatic instead of a garbage push-belt CVT, but the cheap, thick plastic cladding won't age well at all out in the elements.
I saw one of these for the first time just a few weeks ago. I had to go see them at the dealership. I like it very much but the back seat feels cramped and no USB port in the rear either.
Be reminded the latest reliability survey from Consumer Report Mazda is rated as good as Toyota and just behind Lexus. Nowadays one has to keep abreast with changes in the market place. A brand that was rated highly reliable may no longer be good. Both Honda and Subaru did not make the top 10 list.
JCA exactly the UX is over rated and the fact that Lexus mate it with a cvt transmission is just cheaping out to me cause it’s basically a corolla hatchback really.
I can't understand for the life of me, why reviewers don't automatically include destination charges. We all end up paying them. It's not like it varies from state to state, excluding Alaska and Hawaii. If I drive to the factory where the vehicle is built (assuming it's somewhere in the U.S.) and drive the vehicle home myself, can I take off the ~$1000+ charge? Alex, this isn't any ding on you ...I love your reviews! But to quote a price and then add the destination charge, as a seeming afterthought, always seems a bit disingenuous. it seems all the reviewers do this. Is this something the manufacturers ask you to do? As for the CX-30, great review as always! Just curious on this point! 😊
I don't mind as much for the destination charge as they do transport the car from factory to dealership. But I DO mind the stupid processing fee ranging from $699 to $1000 (in some dealerships). Since the dealerships also charge like $70 documentation fee, what else do they process that cost $699 to $1000???????????????????????????????.
I agree. Put the real price on. Don’t say this price plus this fee and that fee equals.... And it’s the dealers that add all these exorbitant fees. They have a powerful lobby. That’s why they hate Tesla because Tesla sells directly to the consumer.
@@paulc2548 That's another thing that makes my blood boil. They are "processing" my wallet for sure! I'll let them charge me the "processing fee" if they'll give me the "3% dealer hold-back" money. When I buy a vehicle in the next few months, I can see that I'm going to have some interesting arguments with the sales people. 👿
@@paulc2548 , it is just extra profit. The separate "destination charge" allows advertising of lower vehicle prices, which is both annoying and misleading.
@@michaels3003 Especially when you are trying to advertise (Falsely) that the vehicle is sold for $19995, a magical starting price. That absolutely no one can pay if they did not haggle and nullify the delivery and destination charges.
and there goes the complete death of the Toyota CHR. The CHR is more expensive, much less space, no AWD option, anemic 2.0L (vs. CX30 2.5L) engine, no LED head & tail lights, cheap-cheap hard plastic interior, no Android Auto / Apple Carplay, no 8-speaker system as standard, on and on. Job well done Mazda!
I have a Toyota Corolla, and I'm considering the Mazda3 or this vehicle. The CHR is slow, and the rear view sucks. Another knock on Toyota is them leaving out Android Auto. That's very stupid on their part. Not everyone uses Apple devices.
I like Mazda CX30 because it has some old school like non touch screen system, so also have Bluetooth, and alot of features. It has smooth driving, braking, and it better than Mazda 3. It priced to Mazda 3. I want to thank Mazda for show me this Mazda CX30 a good Suv.
The US-version of the CX-30 is supposedly lifted an extra 1.4" compared to international versions. It would be nice if there is an easy way to lower it to match the international height.
I wish Mazda would get rid of the 215 wide tires. The prices and selection of these tires are horrible. I have always upgraded to 225 wide tires on my Mazda's for a better selection and price point.
I have this car. The rear view is limited so I removed the rear headrests since I don’t have passengers. This car is meant to do grocery getting and not off-roading, so should meet 99% of folks looking for a subcompact CUV. 186hp is powerful enough to get off the line and merge onto the freeway when needed.
The ‘20 crosstrek engine felt so slow but I see the new 21’ crosstrek has been upgraded to more Hp.
Oddly enough, the new Crosstrek engine is also 2.5 and makes about the same power.
The most important issue is that one has a traditional transmission and the other has a CVT 😧
We leased a '20 CX-30 in April and love it more every day we drive it. Premium exterior and interior, great sound system and fun to drive! The seats are also amazingly comfortable and supportive . We went for the Soul Red and are blown away by it every day.
Mazda vehicles are so nice. Its 6 speed works very smoothly. Wish more people buy Mazda . I got Mazda 6 and GLC300 in 2016, and have got no issues with 6 but GLC had forced me seeing dealer so frequently. Decided to replace GLC with CX-5Turbo lately, CX-5 is such a pleasant car to drive, CX-30 seems even better. Love Mazda
I have a 2014 mazda 6 with 106k on it. Still drives like it did when I bought it. Been great.
You think CX-30 is better than CX-5? Why?
Stephen Powdexter CX5 is based on the old design principles Mazda employed. When there’s an all new CX5 it’ll be better, but at the moment has the older interior, media system, audio system etc.
suilong jiao interesting. The 2017 (late) was supposed to be all new and now we are talking new again. I almost bought a 2019 turbo but decided it was too expensive and, as noted, is behind in some features.
I wish Mazda offered more fuel-efficient options. I know their focus is largely on driver engagement, but there's no reason they couldn't offer hybrid versions of the CX-30, Mazda3, or Mazda6 that could rival competitors like the Honda Insight, Hybrid Accord, or Hybrid Sonata in fuel economy while maintaining Mazda's famous driving dynamic. I'll likely be purchasing a new vehicle in the next year and absolutely want a vehicle that pulls 40+ MPG every time I fill my tank, and that's the sole reason I won't be purchasing a Mazda as they don't have a single offering that meets that criteria. If a hybrid Mazda3 or Mazda6 existed, however, I probably wouldn't even bother looking at the competition. Instead I'm looking with great interest at an upper trim level of the new 2020 Sonata Hybrid. Oh well.
Just ordered a CX30. It's the first vehicle I've ever made a decision on having not seen in person or driven. Before watching this video I was crossing my fingers. Now I'm excited and can't wait for it to arrive. I have been driving std transmissions all my life and having moved up north my knees started complaining last winter so decided that since I'm approaching 61 I should 'grow up' and get an automatic. In addition having something a little higher off the ground is quite appealing.
I am personally not a fan of cladding on the sides of vehicles but have to say that this looks surprisingly nice and clean, especially in this red color... 👍😎
Randwulf I’m not either but I’m realizing it reduces fender rust and bottom of door rust.
It would look better without it, but it's not a dealbreaker for me.
Randwulf : gives it that slight off-road protection and look to support the high wheel/fender arch...
Sorry but it's an eyesore for me. It should be called Mazda C for cladding.
A bit exagerated for me though. Almost like they ran out of metal and used plastic to finish it up in one big rush.
I am driving the 2020 Mazda CX-30. I love driving this vehicle. Keep in mind I am 4’10” and the seat adjust up and down 8 positions, as well as, forward and backwards.
4'10" ? That's so cute!
The more I look at the CX-30, and the more I find out about it, the more I like it.
I agree, Alex. This CX30 is a very attractive compact SUV... inside and out.
This is the best of all the car reviews. He takes a no nonsense approach, clearly states the facts, and you can sense that it's not about him, like other reviews, rather it's about the car.
Redline Reviews is rather opinionated about what he personally likes or doesn't like .
Thank you Mazda for staying away from fragile CVT transmissions .
And the 8 speeds. This 6 speed transmission is one of the best you can get now. I hope they don't mess with it
Amen Amen!!
They didn't stay away from "more plastic means more rugged" styling though, yuck! Its like we're slowly returning to the Avalanche that everyone used to make fun of since the whole bottom of the truck was plastic... worse yet, all that black plastic is going to turn gray after 5 years.
That plastic is going to look like ass in a couple years
Matthew Rex I don’t care for all the black cladding. I wish they would paint the entire door panels. However, I have a CX-5 and my black plastic is almost 3 years old and it is still black. No graying at all.
11:47 He had "U Can't Touch This" on the screen of the non touch screen! Ha! That gave me a good laugh. Well played Alex, Well played.
I've always loved Mazda's. I've owned 3 of them and never had problems. They're very well made and underrated. The one thing I wish Mazda would do with their vehicles is provide better leg room in the rear. Most competitors out shine them in that department. The belt line is also high. I believe the Volkswagon Taos has the most rear leg room which is impressive in the subcompact SUV segment. But nothing beats the interior of Mazda vehicles especially for the price point.
Alex, I am 6’3” mid 200s in weight and am quite comfortable in this vehicle. Love the turbo. On the open highway I get close to the 30mph. If I could add one thing it would be to increase the fuel tank size on the Turbo versions. ( 2 gallons more ) From an enthusiasts driver point of view this maybe one of the most engaging CUVs for those of us who really like to drive. I have said it before and will say it again here...the CX5 family of CUVs has almost something for everyone of us who is an enthusiastic driver and at an affordable price point. They are stylish, sporty, fun to drive, reliable, safe, and that on occasion one
can take off the beaten path.
I’m 6’4 280. Do you not find the center console uncomfortable by your right leg? Seems to be such little room there. I’m debating on this Cx 30 and the Kia Seltos but that huge center console looks intrusive
This vehicle comes very well prepared for its segment. In fact, if I am not wrong, this is hands down the best in it's class except rear seat legroom, but of course you are not buying a subcompact SUV for extra rear seat space.
If nothing goes wrong with it's suspension and reliability has no issues, this vehicle will and should sell really well, perhaps the best in class. Nissan Kicks, Toyota CH-R, Honda HR-V and Chevrolet Trax... None of them come even close to what this vehicle is offering overall.
Retirees, empty nesters and old couples are gonna love this
@@Al-vb6js Ditto, lol.
I love the tracking headlights..radar cruise..I freaking love my 2020 Mazda CX-30 AWD Premium
Fully agree with your comment about not being crazy about 3 Hatchback back end style.
While I appreciate this review, a few things of note:
- I find it humorous that you refused to mention that the interior is noticeably upscale. Competitive with vehicles in the luxury segment.
- You mentioned the side door speakers were moved for a larger storage bin in the doors. These speakers were moved to remove the large cutout in the door's sheetmetal in an effort to reduce interior road noise. Pretty important.
- All the buttons in the vehicle have the same tactile feedback. Mazda has done an incredible job making the feel of buttons and dials consistent across the vehicle. Again, contributing to the feel of an upscale / luxury vehicle.
Overall, great review!
@SnowBoarder&Skier That's what I hear! Thanks for responding!
Somebody watched the Savagegeese review!
the mazda red is almost reason enough to buy one
bird718 I fully agree. I think it’s the best red on the mainstream market. I’m just surprised Hyundai and Kia haven’t copied it yet. They copy everything else. 🤣
You can get it on a fiat 500X
google for the paint issues with this Soul Red and Machine Grey color. Thin paint, paint issues. I learned recently that many paint experts are finding that Mazda has one of the weakest paints in the industry.
Then there is the cladding....
sheldrake1111 they sell more cars as well, Mazda haven’t been able to copy that 🥴🥴🥱
Mind you, they produce enough units to sell as much as Hyundai or Kia but hey, nothing is perfect 👋🏼
Definitely the best use of Mazda's current design language. I like their set up for the infotainment system, it makes sense to me and I wish more brands moved away from the all encompassing touch screens.
Wow, just when we’re thinking of a more compact minivan replacement now that the kids have all flown the coup😊 This looks just about right.....will look forward to the full review. Thanks Alex👍👍
11:40 👈"U Can't Touch This"....because it's not a touch screen 🤪
KJ At first I was surprised to see that Alex enjoys the classic MC Hammer and then while listening to the no-touch restriction of the screen I remarked in my head to Alex: “Well played, Alex, Well played”!
How. Dare. You!!
Very clever.😂
I have the 18 Mazda 6 - The control knob works perfectly as you don't even need to attempt to use the touch screen. Mazda ditching the touch screen aspect was definitely a good call regardless.
Alex = ICON!
Finally proper LED blinkers that mimic traditional bulbs instead of typical instant on/off action. Good job Mazda!
Is that a pro? At first I thought they were incandescent. Aside from longer bulb life, I feel like the more immediate light output of an LED looks cleaner and more modern.
@@ALMX5DPThey're much more noticeable that way. They still come on in an instant but go off by dimming slowly. Won't miss it if your eyes blink.
@@wizetek more noticeable just by fading the light away? Could have just kept a longer pulse, no?
Basically it's about the overall time where there is some level of visible light vs no light. With regular on/off LED it may be eg. 0.5 sec on, 0.5 sec off. Whereas with fading out in place the ratio would be skewed towards mostly on and a much shorter off.
24:40 Alex nails why manufacturers are abandoning sedans and hatchbacks in favor of crossovers. I know ethusiasts complain and many ranted that Ford was insane to do so, but in a modern crossover like this, you give up nothing in terms of economy and driveablity but you add a ton of practicality.
That really isn't true. Simply cause of physics, the average car will out handle and be more efficient than its crossover counterpart. Secondly, just cause something has a hatch doesn't mean it's more practical. Some of these crossovers are so small, they really don't carry that much more stuff than a compact or midsize sedan with a decent size trunk.
That being said, the delta is narrowing and you don't have to sacrifice as much with these vehicles as you did in the 90's and early 2000s. Bottomline these things sell because people like how they look and sitting up high. They're rarely a pragmatic decision.
@@lowrider276 Out-handling is only an issue with sports cars. Comparing a Mazda 3 to a CX-30, they both handle fairly equally on a regular road. Alex mentions this several times. The fuel economy is also pretty close. A Mazda 3 AWD 2.5 gets 26 city, 35 hwy, while the CX-30 AWD 2.5 gets 24 city, 31 hwy.
What you absolutely cannot deny is that CUVs are FACTUALLY more spacious when you compare to the same size sedans. So compare a CX-30 to a Mazda 3 sedan and you’ll see.
My dream car, i like the exterior design of cx3 better but this car's interior is for the win.
These should be a big seller. I agree that you need to go for the Select or Preferred package. I would avoid the cylinder deactivation mode so the Premium is out for me. It's not worth the extra engine issues you'll most likely see for 1mpg gain. Great review, thanks!
Thank you for be so thorough about this car.... I'm really leaning towards this vehicle ... Your a blessing , shalom
I'm so glad that the cylinder deactivation is only on the top model! The 6 speed transmission is one of the the primary reasons I'm looking at this. I do NOT want an 8 speed transmission.
Mazda is the only Japanese car manufacturer that does not cut corners on transmission.
Why wouldn't you want an 8 speed?
@@NOFATCHICK1 look at Toyota 8 speeds. They're already having problems with them . They have an annoying tendency of constantly shifting looking for the right gear., sometimes newer isn't better and the mazda 6 speed is bulletproof. They've done a good job building them so why mess with something that works so well? Keep it simple and you'll have fewer problems
@@Corkfish1 We drove the CX30 and it rev'd a lot trying to find a gear. Wasn't impressed but it's a subcompact, expected to be adequate.
5:21 doing calf raises while reviewing a car..multitasking on a whole new level
Lmao dude that was funny! Good catch.
Only if they painted the car in the same blue they painted the first CX-3 . Best car videos and reviews ever . Thanks , Alex .
There's a great blue on this car. Have you seen it?
@@Frip36 Yes , I have . My wife owns one .
Looks superb and good to drive. Mazda arguably makes the best-looking cards of any manufacturer. We get the 2-litre compression ignition petrol/gas engine in the UK with 180bhp. Great to drive and near 50 mpg ( 40mpg US). Our previous Mazda, a CX5, did 9 years of service with zero repair costs.
Stay away from cylinder deactivation (or take it out for a drive where you're going 55 in 6th and the cylinder deactivation is active and make sure you don't mind the vibration). I have it in my 2019 Mazda3 hatch and the vibration really ruins the otherwise spectacularly smooth drive. Also, make sure the climate control works as it should: set the temp to 62 degrees or so and see if it blows super hot air instead of slightly warm air as it should. This is another thing that drives me nuts in my 2019 Mazda3 hatch... oddly enough it does start regulating temperature normally 10-15 minutes into the drive. Don't have this issue in my 2018 Mazda6 2.5T.
Can you turn off cylinder deactivation in the menu or is the system always on?
Mazda is known for hvac issues
I hate the vibration in my mazda3. It started happening after they did a recal for the cylinder deactivation. At least I know not to stay in that range for too long.
@@nelsonricciardi7087 cylinder deactivation can't be disabled. I also noticed more vibration after the recall. The only thing you can do is keep the engine rpm outside of the 1300-1900 range by using a lower gear...which defeats the purpose of cylinder deactivation :( for example, sport mode does this well ;)
@@keyframex This doesn't happen on the CX30. Sorry this is an issue with the 3 hatch. Sounds like a hassle.
Can you compare the headlights? I got a 2021 Mazda3 hatchback AWD and
loved it until nightfall. The brights illuminate a very small area and
driving on country roads was hazardous. The CX-30 lighting is much
brighter and broader - does the CX-3 have the same kind? This is
surprisingly hard information to find.
Dear Alex. Great review, as always! You're the best ( by far) amongst all reviewers ! Thanks, regards from Budapest.
I have a CX-5 and I love it. Only wish she has a little bit more pony.
I'm assuming you have the base engine?
The turbo is the way to go I have it and love it, 187 hp on a cx5 is not enough but on this cx30 it should be enough for a daily driver.
I have a CX-5 w/o the turbo and the engine is a dog. Avoid it. Yes, the turbo is a remedy but 1) the price goes up considerably and 2) the MPG goes down.
texanfournow well you can’t have it both ways lol got to pay to play same with every other manufacturer plus 2500 more from a GT to a GT reserve with turbo is not much, gas savings is what 2 to 3 miles a gallon gas is so cheap now so yeah I will take the turbo all day over a base engine.
@@texanfournow the 2.5 skyactiv engine in my 2014 mazda 3 gets pretty bad gas milage, so I'd happily take the extra power over the cost of fuel.
The front grill design is reminiscent of a 65 mustang. The most successful design I can think of. I like it.
Just took a 2020 CX30 out for a test drive followed by 2022 CX5 Have to say that the difference between the two cars are subtle.The CX30 is the sporty and slightly more luxurious. The CX5 is a tad softer on road and a bit more everyday on the inside. Only down side is the wait time for either car is 2 to 3 months.
Phil, which one did you choose?
We chose the CX 30 non turbo super happy with it after 7 months
@@philcampeau Hi, I just purchased 2020CX30 Select. I’m a bit nervous dealing with the tech features, not used to it. May I ask how do you care for the exterior? The manual makes it seem like a regular car wash place could damage the paint, etc. Where do you wash the car? Also it seems so low to the ground, I already hit a little pot hole and sounded like a scraping noise. Thanks in advance
Beautiful car. I like this three tone interior than the one you find in Mazda 3 and it's more practical than 3 and I'm not bothered by that plastic cladding because of its purpose of mild off roading just in case you may need it. I agree with you about the tire hopefully Mazda will listen to you and option a wider not just this car but most of their SUVs 🏎🏎🏎👌👌👌
Best front end of all of Mazda's SUVs.Even the profile, and IMO, the rear looks better as well. I kinda like the prominent tail lights. All it needs is a more powerful engine and better tranny.
Seeing this vehicle really makes wish they still sold the mazda 5. It's a shame that it didn't sell, it's handling was crazy good for a van, and it's amazing cargo space, sliding doors, and emergency third row and overall small size made it such a unique vehicle.
Agreed, I'd love to see that vehicle with Mazda's new design language and powertrains.
@@ALMX5DP All of that, with several quality of life improvements that address the issues people had with it, and an optional sport package with better tires/rims and more HP . It would be an instant buy for me, and I don't even have a license yet. Sucks that vans have to be the size of school buses to sell here, hopefully Americans get over the minivan stigma, because losing this vehicle type to an image would be tragic.
@@darienmiller1032 you're wise beyond your years. Keep that spirit alive as long as you can.
I don't get why people are hating on minivans and wagons in north America. They are much more practical than crossovers since 90% of people don't need high ground clearance or even awd in their daily commute.
You are right but don't ever carry a boat load of weight and that includes anyone over 200lbs. Tons of suspension issues with the 5
6 speed trans mean less problems than a 8 or 10 speed !!
Exactly. Look at Toyota. They're already having problems. The mazda 6 speed is probably one of the best built transmissions you can get right now. Why mess with it?. I've always thought that the 8 speed is more marketing hype anyway.
@@Corkfish1 8 speed is designed for smoothness mainly for CVT usage because people said 6 simulated shifts on the CVT can be a bit clunky and slow where as 8 speed provides better power transition betwene 1st to 3rd gear. 8 speed isn't really overrated if you look at german models that as 8 speed DCT or Hyundais they work fine. Just that DCT in itself is a problem, high clutch wear.
How does having more gears equate to more problems? That makes NO engineering sense. Also, automatics have been getting kore and more reliable through the years, The 6-speeds from 20 years ago were factually LESS reliable than modern 8-10 speeds. They were just expected to only last 80-100k miles. Most modern automatics last past 150k miles. The issues with modern transmissions aren’t mechanical. They’re software-based. Transmissions often work poorly, but they don’t break. They just need to be mapped properly, so they can figure out what gear to be in for the specific conditions (not as easy as one might think). Otherwise, the more gears you have, the easier it is for the transmission to deal with the torque, the better it is for the engine, the transaxle and fuel economy.
This car puts a lot of high end cars to shame . That car is gorgeous , specially in red .
The 2.5L engine and 6 speed should be more durable than the competitors like 16:23. But will Cylinder Deactivation give me problems down the road? I just realized it's standard in every CX-5.
The one thing that turns me off on this vehicle is the styling. Yes, the vehicle has beautiful, breathtaking lines, a red so deep that you can dive in it, and a beautifully crafted interior that’s like a marriage between a BMW and a Rolls; but, really high window sills, tiny windows, swooping lines, and giant wheels with thin tires? This is not just a Mazda issue, all auto manufacturers seem to be copying these common forms into their cars in the same way it was done in the 50s with giant tail fins, the 60s with plastic woodgrain panels, and the 70s with fake fabric convertible roofs. These styling cues will make these vehicles obsolete all too soon. I guess I’m an old fashioned guy who likes function over styling. Great review as always!
Function over styling… This isn’t a lawnmower. Both aspects are equally important in cars.
Quite an attractive CUV. Dont really see the need to get one over a 3, but wouldnt blame some for getting it due to the differences it provides.
Ground clearance in areas where snow is around 5 months out of the year is a good thing. :)
@@leeg3784 If I lived in an area that had snow 5 months out of the year I'd get a proper SUV or truck.
@@ALMX5DP many do but a subcompact like this works fine with the ground clearance. A family member has a Buick Encore, small but goes through snow very easily. Many drive cars here, I don't get it anymore. Life's too short to risk getting stuck. I used to drive cars but they're making them too low now.
Lee G sure if it works for them, it works. Like I said wouldn’t blame anyone for getting this over a 3.
@@LGMinnesota I lived in Syracuse, NY for years, with only cars and on all-season tires. Syracuse gets more snow than any other city in the continental 50 states. I’ve never gotten stuck and never had an accident in the winter.
We get the Skyactive X here... Great review and filming.
Best review yet. Professional, knowledgeable with great comparisons. Would like to have heard a bit more on cabin noise.
SG’s was also very good.
Perry B I drove one and it’s quiet
I very much like the CX30's rear window design as compared to the Mazda3 hatch. I currently use a Garmin voice controlled GPS in my Mazda6 2013. I really wish I had a control knob like the CX30. It is not always convenient or possible to give commands, though I do like that GPS.
I don't know why all the comments about how it looks with the plastic cladding, without mentioning the long term effect of hiding the metal shell behind the cladding. That is how the moisture gets staying between them and the rust develops.
If I am not taking the car off road or planning to sandblast the wheel wells, the cladding should stay off the car, but not because of the looks.
Our(Edmunds) 2018 Mazda CX-5 had a sticker price of $34,505 when it was new. After a year of driving, our odometer had about 17,600 miles on it. Assuming clean condition, the CX-5 had a private-party appraised value of $24,818.
This is a 28% depreciation, which is worse than our long-term fleet average of 22%.
Ouch that's steep. Wondering how's your paint job? I'm hearing Mazda has one of the thinnest paint jobs in the automotive industry, in particular the Red and the Machine Gray have most issues. I'm curious what an owner thinks? Do you have a lot of swirl marks?
I recently drove an 8 speed auto Camry...not good!!! The transmission was forever hunting. The old 6 speed was perfect.
New Camrys do that until the transmission computer figures out your shifting patterns. It only lasts about 2-3 months, depending on how many miles you put on. It’s a well-known thing. Same with the Rav4s.
Very useful review...answered all my Qs...i was having a tough time choosing b/w Mazda 3 / CX 30 / CX 5....
I don't like the large amount of black cladding, particularly the entirely black plastic rear bumper cover.
It doesn't like you, either.
I agree, it’s cheap-looking, not premium.
@@thisismagacountry1318 NPC kitty sad now :-(
@@carluvrsd9374 Just buy it in black, problem solved.
Very good looking car. I'm tired of the war on windows. The Mazda3 hatch rear windows are an abomination.
As a general rule, the beltline on all recent Mazdas should be an inch or two lower. The match window absolutely should be larger.
I agree with you. Backing up in a modern Mazda is much more stressful than it should be.
High waistline maybe because of side impact protection and they all have rear cameras. But yes, you like sit in fortress, not very good view and airy feeling.
Mazda USA website claims 6.9" ground clearance; you mentioned 7.9". Which is right?
triwaldaus I’m sure it’s 6.9
6.9”
Another great new offering from Mazda Keep making beautiful cars, Mazda
Whoop whoop and zoom zoom. Mazda is awesome
this is such a great review. every word is meaningful.
Thanks for the video Alex, this is my next car. Waiting on a full review.
Definitely a beauty and nice ride but the highest trim is missing fog lights, a heated steering wheel, heated side mirrors, wireless charging, no backseat usb input or other connectivity, and would make more sense not to have the cupholders in front of the shifter makes for an odd reach.
Buy a longer USB cord.
@@apache-yaquibrown4060 for backseat? Not the point the competition all has USB connections in the back seats. When two in the front are used by those two, you can't plug in anything for the back seat passenger.
Kevin said he really likes the look of this car.
It's true I love it!
Great car drove it in Florida last winter only problem is there is no Deals on this Mazda in fact other Mazda's have discounts but not this CX 30
Buy the Turtle Wax Trim Restorer for the unpainted plastic around the wheel openings and bottom of the doors, so it does not weather to a light gray color.
16:22 the Subaru Crosstrek is summoned
Subaru CVT transmission is a deal killer for me.
Ya’ll journalist need to stop with 8-9 speed transmission bullshit. We auto enthusiast love the 6 speed. Enough other manufacturers have those. Do not try and make mazda boring like all the rest thank you
I believe 6 speed auto is a safe end and anything more is going to be problematic be it with the transmission itself or the vehecule response/power.
Great video Alex. I'm curious what Mazda will do with their current 2.5L/6Speed combo as it's in the majority of their lineup (3,6,CX30,CX5) for many years now. Plus there were those rumblings of a new I6 coming. Either way if they wanna move more upmarket they do need a tad more power and a few more gears.
I've always thought 8 speeds were more marketing hype. One of the main reasons I'm looking at this is because the mazda 6 speed is bulletproof. I hope they never mess with it.
@@Corkfish1 Marketing hype? Why? Because you don’t know how transmissions work? 🤣
@@daviddou1408 Again, if you don’t know why more gears makes things better then you know NOTHING about mechanics or engineering. Also, why are you assuming my age? Ignorance coupled with arrogance?
@@daviddou1408 You want me to educate you in basic math and physics? Why? Because school failed you? Why don’t you start by learning what gears do to begin with!
@@daviddou1408 CVTs aren’t a bad thing, if done correctly. Ultimately, they are the most efficient in producing power and they are the future. I do, however, see that you don’t bother educating yourself, which is why you troll (don’t know any better), so the conversation with you is over. Go somewhere else to showcase your ignorance.
11:30 I had one of those! 1980 5000 S. You surprised me with your antiquated comparison. :)
My dad had one. The reference made me smile.
Mazda could have put smaller plastic fender fairings like in the CX 5.
If that belt line gets any higher, there won't be any side glass whatsoever.
I agree with Stereo and ThatWasherNerd regarding the cladding. Because of that, purchasing the CX-30 is a no go at this point. Plus, I usually wait until a new model is on the road for at least 2 years. The deactivation issue is for ONLY the top model Alex?
I like that it has a regular 6-speed automatic instead of a garbage push-belt CVT, but the cheap, thick plastic cladding won't age well at all out in the elements.
Excellent review as always, thanks Alex.
I saw one of these for the first time just a few weeks ago. I had to go see them at the dealership.
I like it very much but the back seat feels cramped and no USB port in the rear either.
Much better value than Mercedes GLA, BMW X2, Lexus UX, etc.
Not better than Lexus because the greatest value you are getting with Lexus is reliability which no other brand can match.
Be reminded the latest reliability survey from Consumer Report Mazda is rated as good as Toyota and just behind Lexus. Nowadays one has to keep abreast with changes in the market place. A brand that was rated highly reliable may no longer be good. Both Honda and Subaru did not make the top 10 list.
JCA exactly the UX is over rated and the fact that Lexus mate it with a cvt transmission is just cheaping out to me cause it’s basically a corolla hatchback really.
Langolier cx30 fully loaded is 30k the UX fully loaded is 40k so yeah it be better but I don’t think a cvt transmission is worth 40k to me.
How many people buy a Mercedes or a Bimmer for their value? :-)
They are really awesome 🤩
I agree, I'm not a fan of the rear, it does have that edge and look as the sedan does or even the hatchback.
I can't understand for the life of me, why reviewers don't automatically include destination charges. We all end up paying them. It's not like it varies from state to state, excluding Alaska and Hawaii. If I drive to the factory where the vehicle is built (assuming it's somewhere in the U.S.) and drive the vehicle home myself, can I take off the ~$1000+ charge? Alex, this isn't any ding on you ...I love your reviews! But to quote a price and then add the destination charge, as a seeming afterthought, always seems a bit disingenuous. it seems all the reviewers do this. Is this something the manufacturers ask you to do? As for the CX-30, great review as always! Just curious on this point! 😊
I don't mind as much for the destination charge as they do transport the car from factory to dealership. But I DO mind the stupid processing fee ranging from $699 to $1000 (in some dealerships). Since the dealerships also charge like $70 documentation fee, what else do they process that cost $699 to $1000???????????????????????????????.
I agree. Put the real price on. Don’t say this price plus this fee and that fee equals.... And it’s the dealers that add all these exorbitant fees. They have a powerful lobby. That’s why they hate Tesla because Tesla sells directly to the consumer.
@@paulc2548 That's another thing that makes my blood boil. They are "processing" my wallet for sure! I'll let them charge me the "processing fee" if they'll give me the "3% dealer hold-back" money. When I buy a vehicle in the next few months, I can see that I'm going to have some interesting arguments with the sales people. 👿
@@paulc2548 , it is just extra profit. The separate "destination charge" allows advertising of lower vehicle prices, which is both annoying and misleading.
@@michaels3003 Especially when you are trying to advertise (Falsely) that the vehicle is sold for $19995, a magical starting price. That absolutely no one can pay if they did not haggle and nullify the delivery and destination charges.
Interesting how Mazda added a gradient fade to the led turn signals. Kinda makes it look incandescent.
Well stated, I had the same impression.
Thanks Alex for another informative motor mouth performance...
Not sure I'm a fan of the plastic cladding. Treat it with something to protect it and I'm sure it'll be fine long term from fading.
Bring a turbo, offer Signature or higher trim, and I’d think about trading my CX-9 for it. As opposed to the CX-5, I think “Baby got back!”
They just added a turbo
@@jacobcoffey2620 Yes they did, and I test drove it in Florida last month. Very nice, but I’m keeping the CX-9 for a long time.
Alex, can the cylinder deactivation system be turned off?
Why would you pay extra for it and then turn it off?
@@thisismagacountry1318 because its hard on engine and motor mounts, at least was so in Honda. Wish Mazda had forgone that.
@@steveo2660 Mazda is definitely not mundane Honda...thank God!
@@steveo2660 It's not even close to the same system.
A quarter of the body panel is covered with fugly black plastic cladding. I saw this in person at the LA auto show. Makes the car looks very cheap.
Elegantly designed beautiful car.
Thank you for mentioning headrests!
Alex, would you recommend the 2020 CX-30 or Crosstrek? I live in Canada and mostly drive in the city and would like an AWD crossover. Thanks.
If mostly city, seems like the cx 30 will get the job done
Coin flip. Go with what you like. I don't think either is the wrong choice.
The turn signals (both front and back) certainly don't blink like traditional LEDs. Have they been modified to mimic incandescents?
Did you ever get around to making a "full and complete" review of the CX-30?
Is it 7.9 or 6.9 inches of ground clearance? I think you meant 6.9, right?
Nice
It’s interesting that he’s going on and on about the great ground clearance..but the actual number isn’t great at all.
and there goes the complete death of the Toyota CHR. The CHR is more expensive, much less space, no AWD option, anemic 2.0L (vs. CX30 2.5L) engine, no LED head & tail lights, cheap-cheap hard plastic interior, no Android Auto / Apple Carplay, no 8-speaker system as standard, on and on. Job well done Mazda!
Nhat Tran Toyota at this point is just living off their name..most of their product place near the bottom of the competition.
I have a Toyota Corolla, and I'm considering the Mazda3 or this vehicle. The CHR is slow, and the rear view sucks. Another knock on Toyota is them leaving out Android Auto. That's very stupid on their part. Not everyone uses Apple devices.
My thoughts too
I like Mazda CX30 because it has some old school like non touch screen system, so also have Bluetooth, and alot of features.
It has smooth driving, braking, and it better than Mazda 3. It priced to Mazda 3. I want to thank Mazda for show me this Mazda CX30 a good Suv.
Can't cross the 3 hatch off the list as it comes with one important option - the 6 speed manual (and those red seats :)).
Mazda...the BMW of Japanese makes...excellent review and reviewer
BMW is known for poor reliability and being overpriced, so yeah, that’s fair.
Your rear looks fine...
LOVE the look!
EXACTLY WHAT I HAVE BEEN LOOKING F0R! W0W!! PERFECT SIZE T00!
The US-version of the CX-30 is supposedly lifted an extra 1.4" compared to international versions. It would be nice if there is an easy way to lower it to match the international height.
It could get by on looks alone.
That cladding is way too excessive.
I don’t mind it. Actually kinda like the two tone look but then I used to own a Honda Element.
Subaru: Hold My Beer
@Stereo Typist Can you explain what you mean? Like, the vinyl would be in a color? So you wouldn't see the black cladding?
I wish Mazda would get rid of the 215 wide tires. The prices and selection of these tires are horrible. I have always upgraded to 225 wide tires on my Mazda's for a better selection and price point.