Mazda CX-30 - GOING ON 30
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- Опубліковано 21 бер 2020
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Mazda needed a wider SUV range and this compact CX-30 model broadens it usefully. Jonathan Crouch reports.
Ten Second Review
Mazda's third compact SUV is this car, the CX-30. It borrows its engineering from the Mazda3 hatch, but clothes it with the trendier SUV body styling that family buyers now increasingly want. Consider it carefully if you're not fussed about having a premium badge, like the idea of eye-catching looks and cutting-edge engineering and find yourself interested in trendy segment contenders like Toyota's C-HR and Ford's Puma.
Background
Really, this car ought to be called the 'CX-4'. It does, after all, sit between the CX-3 and the CX-5 in Mazda's SUV line-up. Unfortunately for European zone continuity though, the 'CX-4' badge already exists in the Chinese market, where it's applied to quite a different car, so the model we're going to look at here has adopted a 'CX-30' moniker. Glad we got that cleared up.
Basically what we've got here is a Crossover version of the Mazda3 family hatch - no bad thing; that's the sort of product the market wants. It features the second chapter of the brand's 'KODO' design language and a clever Skyactiv-X petrol engine we really liked when we tried it in the Mazda3. Sounds promising.
Driving Experience
Mazda is offering a choice of two engines to CX-30 buyers, both petrol-powered and both borrowed from the Mazda3 hatch. The base unit is a 122PS 2.0-litre Skyactiv-G petrol powerplant (a mild hybrid). We'd suggest though, that you try and stretch to the alternative engine, the brand's more advanced Skyactiv-X Spark Controlled Compression Ignition engine, a 180PS supercharged unit which runs on petrol but uses a combination of spark ignition and compression ignition to deliver, Mazda claims, the driver appeal of a petrol unit along with the fuel efficiency and torque of a diesel.
This Skyactiv-X powerplant is able to switch from compression ignition, which best suits day-to-day driving, to a form of spark ignition, generally when the engine is started from cold or the driver demands maximum power at high revs. The 'X' engine comes paired with front wheel drive or four wheel drive and either way, there's the choice of manual or automatic transmission. Mazda isn't bothering to offer the diesel powerplant that's available on this car in other markets. The drive dynamics aren't very different from those of the Mazda3 hatch, which means that they're very good indeed. It also means that this car gets the slickest-shifting manual gearbox you can have in the compact SUV segment.
Design and Build
Mazda reckons that the CX-30 combining the bold stance of an SUV with the sleek profile of a coupe, styling that's supposed to be a sophisticated evolution of the brand's KODO design philosophy. Looks are certainly one reason why you might want to consider this car. The other reason you might want to consider this model would be if you liked the Mazda3 hatch but found it lacking in terms of rear seat space and luggage room. The CX-30 certainly does better than its showroom sibling in these two regards, though legroom in the back still isn't what you'd call generous. Headspace in the rear is quite good, but the D-pillar is substantial, which darkens the interior rear half of the car quite a lot.
The 430-litre boot is a big improvement on the limited trunk you get in the Mazda3, a substantial 135-litres bigger. Mind you, it's still quite a bit smaller than the space you'd get in something like a comparably-priced BMW X1. As in the Mazda3, the front-of-cabin experience is impressive, with a digital instrument cluster display and a big, clear 8.8-inch screen on top of the dash nicely angled towards the driver. And there's a lower rotary controller for it so you don't have to stab away at inexact touchscreen functionality in the kind of way that's necessary with many rival set-ups.
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How fluid is this guy’s delivery and seemingly endless amount of knowledge on this car?!?!
Incredible!
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Great review. Best thing is it is properly long, not just another 8 mins "full review", he really does cover everything in detail with no schoolboy humour either. OSV and Autogefuhl are the best car review channels.
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Such a comprehensive review. Some sites rely on endless attempts at humour that tell you nothing about the cars, but thankfully OSV bucks that trend. I am genuinely unsure about my next car , but reviews like this provide a perfect point of reference to inform my decision. In these times of endless lockdown, quality sites like this are invaluable. Keep it up guys!
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I totally agree with this comment. I always hunt out their reviews when looking at cars, both main presenters are so professional and highly watchable.
Such great review! Im waiting for my Mazda CX 30 (2.5 L) 2024 coming in April. Very excited!
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Mazda C-30- The Movie. Actually a well done very thorough review! This is the machine to have in this segment....unbelievable value. Also best looking. I prefer large vehicles....so a CX-9 for me. This guy really knows his stuff by the way!
Thank you! We aim to be informative about all aspects of the vehicle in our reviews.
Excellent review, Mazda have been making some of the best cars out there for a while now. There is real substance with very clever engineering and just about every car they make offers superb handling. Their resistance to go down the small capacity highly blown engine path divides opinion as most driver now like the torque characteristics of turbocharged engines but after some adjustment Mazda make some extremely clever engines. And at the moment Mazda are making much nicer cabins than VW and they feel very premium. I see this as a more practical family version of the Mazda 3 than as an SUV or even crossover, it's a great car.
Best honest reviewer.
Thanks for giving me valuable insights that no website or salesperson could do justice to - I’m in the market for a vehicle in this segment & have been looking for around 3 months now, to no avail. Having entered dealerships-Merc, Toyota, Vw, Honda, Haval, etc, you’ve kind of more than helped me make up my mind now. Thanks from Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦
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Great to hear that you're enjoying your CX-30!
Informative video. Thank you. Picking mine up tomorrow!
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Did this review really need to be over an hour though?
Very thorough review. Comprehensive and detailed. Cheers!
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I really like this car, as a Ford driver I'm looking for something fresh that would tow a small sports caravan. This might be on the list.
Thank you sir
Bought mine second hand yesterday. Feels so much better after Lexus 200ct. Only thing I miss is a real hybrid, which helped while crawling slowly in queues
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Very well done. Excellent review 🇨🇦
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Best review by far. thank you
Brilliant review. Has everything needed and a lot more.
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What a detailed, engrossing review. Superbly done! I wish we got the manual in the US (I have premium one: 2.5L AWD in the the color shown in this vid). I moved to this from the 3 hatch due to the sightlines and surprisingly lower lease price. It's a truly great vehicle.
Thanks very much Adam, delighted you enjoyed the review!
It is rather nice to see a manufacturer making it obvious that hybrid and manual gear box work together.
I love this cuv so much
The CX-30 is a great addition to the Mazda range.
Wonder what the long term damage would be if you continually work it into the high revs.
Interesting to learn about the CX-30’s UK engine options. I’m a Brit but recently purchased one of these in the States where there’s no manual options and the base engine is a 2.5L which feels pretty punchy when you put your foot down.
Trim levels are different too:
S, Preferred, Premium, Carbon Edition, and Turbo Premium.
You get a lot of bang for your buck as the Yanks expect a lot more kit as standard.
Ordered mine today. Happy with the price, it was extremely competitive compared to volume brands
Amazing news Jonathan! Great to hear that you found your perfect new car. What made you choose the CX-30 in the end?
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply The level of a equipment you get is amazing. I got the Sport-Lux and it comes with HUD, climate control, key operated tailgate (open and close!), sunroof and a lovely leather wrapped dashboard. I liked that it didn’t have several iPads on the dashboard. It’s just a lovely thing. And for the price - the OTR was £29k and I walked away with it for £24k - couldn’t go wrong.
Beautiful car !
I LOVE my CX-30. 💕
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Brilliant review, as always. Intelligent and respectful of the viewer's own intelligence.
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Doing some research between this and a Seat Ateca for my parents. Both look good!
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Great honest review. I have just ordered the top level gt sport x takumi fir my wife. As a 25 yr long alfa customer this is easily as good as the new tonale but for the same spec is over 10 grand cheaper. For me, even the 185 hp x variant is not enough but fir the wife it's perfect.
After watching this review, I'm happy I've made the right decision. It's much prettier than any of all the alternatives and drives better too.
Great stuff !
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Planning to lease one based on this interview. And I live in Tokyo!
Wow, thank you for watching from all the way in Japan! Hoping to visit this year 👍
OSV Fun fact: do you know why the CX-30 height is what it is? First, if you’re not already familiar, Google “machine parking in Japan.” Our apartment building uses that system. We have a “medium-size” parking spot. We looked at a variety of compact SUVs, all of which are too tall to fit into the spot. The CX-30 does fit, with 10cm clearance. We sat inside one at a Mazda dealer in Tokyo last week. The sales agent said the car had been specifically designed to fit into medium-size machine-parking spots, and had enjoyed strong sales numbers from urban dwellers for that reason! By the way, before a dealer will sell or lease you a car in Tokyo, he must receive a police-certified affirmation of the size of the parking space you have.
Watching this as an American I got “cabin”, “segment” and “sector” all in one sentence. I is happy.
What terms do you use to refer to the above. I’m genuinely intrigued
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straps in back could be for emergency kit or fire extinguisher
I use it to strap a rolled blanket.
Amazing review. Ordered one yesterday :P
Hope you enjoy your new Mazda, Thomas!
Is it reliable?
Nice looking baby cx-5 // You never mentioned a Hyundai Santa Fe in any of your photos ?
Found the review really useful as in the process of looking for a small suv
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Whats the music at the beginning ?
I wish Canada has this 6 speed in our car...I'd much rather have it than the autobox.
It's undoubtedly smart but I preferred the CX-3. More compact and better looking in my opinion. Since the CX-3 is no longer available I would therefore go for the lovely 3.
The 3 is undoubtedly a very good looking car. The CX-30 is also a very smart vehicle, definitely worth looking at. It's not the CX-3, but it does have some really good qualities.
If you're looking for a vehicle and would like to talk to someone (and you're based in the UK) then get in touch with us on 01903 538835, we can help.
That’s to make it look a bit off-roady, Volvo did same with their V60 Cross Country...
God 1hour review. Would have watched movie with the time.
Gavin Nash Then do that instead you bollock
Do people who choose Ford Puma instead of CX-30 have no eyes or the most basic aesthetic sense?
Apparently so!
I am considering the mazda cx 30 with non-turbo gas 2.5L front wheel drive...2021 model ....18,000 mi 21,000 dollars U.S. .......everything above 2021 is AWD for the cx 30 and cx 5 .....diesel version not available in USA
Do you have the Kia Seltos in UK, because that being left out of the comparison is odd...
I'm right now considering between Kia Seltos and CX30 as practically my last contenders - they are definitely in the same competition zone
Hi Orange, sadly the Kia Seltos is not sold in the UK
In the U.S. the mazda is surprisingly cheaper and the mazda has more power.......but at the expense of a couple mpg......in my opinion the mazda has sharper looks.......the Kia is a little boxy......like a Subaru forester.......
@@christophermay4998 I found exact same thing. Kia a bit boxy, Mazda looks more sleek. So I picked Mazda CX30.we call Astina in Australia, top of the range. with 2.5 L. Waiting to come in April 2024.
Actually MAZDA's MOST SIGNIFICANT SUV is its CX 5 - at least in the USA, here it outsells ALL of MAZDA's other models COMBINED.
I have a 2019 XC 5 Grand Touring Reserve 2.5 L. turbo with AWD. It is a true luxury SUV and bested an INFINITY QX 50 in Motor Trend magazine's comparison tests.
53:38 eat that Musk.....I love petrol cars.
When is Mazda being launched in India
When you mob are willing to put your hands in your deep pockets to buy them!
Utterly hate that we only get the 2.0 engine in South Africa. It’s ridiculous, and a shame.
what is the name of car color?
Polymetal grey color 😊 we just bought one of those today in that exact color
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It’ll need servicing which is what the dealerships love.
The only thing wrong with the CX-30 is it's claustrophbic interior. If they'd made the windows a couple of inches higher and the windscreen rake a few degrees less flat they'd never keep up with demand. As it is, it's frankly horrible to sit in
I liked the CX5. Not so keen on this though.
They are so close in looks......but a little less space and price.......CX-5 has a little more visibility.......a little different window design........both are very nice about 2000 U.S. dollars difference.......
So 4 sounds like death in Japanese so they release it for the Chinese market? Hum.
actually 4 is an unlucky number in china. 8 is the lucky one. so i am not sure what his point is lol.
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Yes, I'll rush out and buy one !!..Oh wait, Im quarantined with COVID19 , took a 40 % pay cut and have to social distance.. But hey if you drop one at my house, give me 0 interest and 0 car payments for one year Ill take it. P.S. I think it's a safe bet car sales will plummet , don't shoot the messenger .
Hope you're doing well Patrick;
Surprisingly, car sales haven't dropped. Demand is outstripping supply due to chip shortages. The secondhand market is creeping up as well.
This comment didn't age well
car sales have survived so well that theres a 6-12 month wait list for a new one
this one looks lowered
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I disagree. The CX-3 is just the right size in my opinion. This is a bit too big.
It's "subjective" - depends on your preferences and needs.
It is absolutely pointless voicing the "right size" as an opinion
Very dull interior. I don't get the hype.
The two tone leather can be stunning if you get the right tones
Interior is amazing wtf you smoking dude
so annoying listeninging to brits mispronounce a laungurge they invented
Thanks for sharing your thoughts Joseph 👍 Interested in getting a CX-30?
It’s certainly NOT the Brits with mispronunciation….that’ll be the Yanks and the Wannabe Yanks (Aussies) that have bastardised it!
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply You're very welcome the CX-30s look pretty nice but im gunna stay with my
CX-5 ヾ(⌐■_■)ノ♪