History/Overview
Mazda added the CX-30 to its lineup in 2020, bolstering the brand’s small
crossover offerings. The CX-30 is classified as a subcompact, making it part of a growing trend of SUVs aimed at buyers at the entry-level end of the marketplace.
What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year
New for 2022, all CX-30 models come standard with AWD, and GT now offers an optional advanced visibility package.
Available Trims
Mazda sells the CX-30 in GX, GS, and GT trim levels. GX is powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder engine. GS and GT get a 2.5L motor, and GT can be optioned with a 2.5L turbo mill. Common to all models are AWD and a six-speed automatic transmission.
Standard Features
GX trim comes with blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, connected services, an 8.8-inch infotainment screen, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, an eight-speaker stereo, digital gauge display, manual A/C, and heated front seats. Outside, you’ll see auto on/off LED headlights, 16-inch alloy wheels, and rain-sensing wipers.
GS models add a suite of safety features comprising radar cruise control, forward collision mitigation with pedestrian sensor, automatic high beams, lane departure warning, and lane keep assist. Other GS upgrades include a heated/leather-trimmed steering wheel, dual-zone A/C, heated side mirrors, and 18-inch wheels.
GT trim builds on GS models with the luxury package (detailed below) and gains rear automatic braking, rear parking sensors, a head-up driver display, and adaptive headlights. Mazda also upgrades the GT’s cabin with a 12-speaker stereo, leather upholstery, navigation, paddle shifters, front wiper de-icer, auto-dimming rearview and driver’s side mirrors, integrated garage remote, passive keyless entry, power tailgate, gunmetal wheels, and LED signature lighting.
GT Turbo gets a few cosmetic touches, and includes the items in the visibility package (which is detailed below).
Key Options
GS models can add a luxury package of leatherette upholstery, power driver’s seat, sunroof, auto-dimming rearview mirror, and tilt-down side mirrors for reversing.
A GT visibility option brings 360-degree cameras, front parking sensors, and traffic jam assist.
Fuel Economy
Mazda rates the CX-30’s fuel consumption at 9.4/7.7 L/100 km (city/highway) for GX trim’s 2.0L engine. GS and GT models with the 2.5L engine are ranked at 9.9/7.7 L/100 km, and the GT Turbo’s estimates are 10.5/7.9 L/100 km (city/highway).
Competition
The Mazda CX-30 runs with a crowd that includes the Toyota Corolla Cross, Honda HR-V, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Nissan Qashqai, Chevrolet Trailblazer, Buick Encore GX, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Kona, and Subaru Crosstrek.
