Is this the PERFECT Compact Crossover?? | 2020 Mazda Cx-30 Review | Forrest's Auto Reviews
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- Is this the PERFECT Compact Crossover?? | 2020 Mazda Cx-30 Review
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Mazda USA invited me out to test drive their all new 2020 CX-30! This is Mazda's new compact crossover and it fits right between the Mazda CX-3 and the Mazda CX-5! Don't think this is just a re-badge CX-4 because this is a completely different vehicle! Check out my in-depth review to see what makes this CX-30 unique and the perfect sweet spot in Mazda's SUV line up! Thanks for watching Forrest's Auto Reviews!
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Thanks for watching everyone!! Thoughts on this new CX-30??
Forrest's Auto Reviews what are your thoughts when comparing to the Mazda 3? I think the styling of this vehicle is great but I would prefer more rear seat space. Also the price for the loaded one is a little crazy. You can get an EX-L crv for that and still keep some money.
Natalie & Werner It depends on your wants. This is going to offer a more luxurious feel fully loaded vs the CR-V. The Honda is definitely a high quality car but it doesn’t feel very “styled” compared to the Mazda. The Mazda also has a quieter cabin, better handling characteristics (drove this 4 hours throughout this video without getting tired or uncomfortable), and certain tech features like a head up display for example. There never a perfect car, just the perfect one for YOU! Analyze your specific needs, test drive everything your interested in and go with whatever makes you happy!
Love it! Had mine delivered 3 weeks ago. I live in Europe. It arrived here a little earlier than in the US.
Forrest's Auto Reviews I actually settled on a base model Tiguan because it was well equipped and very well priced with that 6 year bumper to bumper.. never expected it. Thanks for the response :)
@@thekaysers3301 Like I said, get what works for YOU! Glad to hear you got something! Congrats!
Much better value than Mercedes GLA, BMW X2, Lexus UX, etc
Mgoblagulkablong nice try but no
tinhinnh he right tho. Nearly as nice. Half the price. Twice the reliability.
Great in depth review 👍 I believe the CX30 will be a big seller for Mazda. Those that like the Mazda3 but need more space the CX30 fits that need
Con Verdis Yes, I agree!
That's why I bought it instead of the 3. The US version is beautiful with the chrome roof racks. In Europe you don't get this.
Great ground clearance! Love how the car is designed without letting any little detail untouched. My biggest complaint in the current-gen CRV (my mom's car) is the comfort and finish. Of course, the CRV itself is very efficient, cheap to maintain, and gets great resale value. But, since Mazda is very close or even better than Honda in terms of reliability, has the comfort and the finish that the Honda lacks, I guess this or the CX5 can be the next car in a few years!
Love the detail in your review my friend hope you had a great time in Cali. Keep up the excellent work, dont stop!
Exhaust Sports Auto Thanks Brah!!
I think these Mazdas are some of the best looking SUVs around. I'm a fan of the plastic wheel arc trim as long as its 'tastefully' done. I live in the rust belt and it really cuts down on stone chips that quickly turn into rust. I definitely don't like when it consumes the bottom 25% of the vehicle. On this vehicle it looks like it consumes about 50% of the front fenders and it's not a good look. I like the plastic on my 2014 CX-5.
Totally agree they should have done the same as the CX5 looks horrible unless you get the black so it’s not as noticeable
Just picked up mine 3 days ago and had no idea how much technology I was buying until I spent 2 hours with the representative who explained everything about the car. More then pleased with my purchase.
Mazda is killing the game right now, no compromises.
Just bought one and it’s perfect. Makes me so happy. Lol
Seems like a great alternative to the Mazda 3 for those that have "snow" as one of their seasons haha. Better ground clearance and that traction mode.
Mike R just get the Mazda3 hatchback with AWD and some winter tires. No need for the CX-30. I live north of the boarder in snow. I drive a 2015 Mazda3 hatchback and I have snow tires, and I have no issues driving around in the snow.
T R The review from Savage Geese also said there is more trunk space in the CX-30 versus the 3, which is good if you need that.
The CX-30 is truly an amazing CUV. I've had the Premium now for over 4 months and love it. I downsized from a 2017 CX-9 Signature and I have to tell you, other than the space and comfort, I don't miss the CX-9. The level of detail, near-luxury, quality, solid build and technology are inspiring. Quiet cabin and looks to go, the CX-30 is one of, if not the best, value in the CUV market.
Interesting that you don't see a big drop in quality from owning a CX9. If I can get over the ridiculously thick wheel cladding that really cheapens the look, I may get one.
@@karkule5919 I get that it sounds skeptical, but there is an actual a step-up in luxury and ergonomics as well as the electronics. Now that I've driven it for about 5 months, I can tell you that they skimped on the radar cruise control. The CX-9 has a longer range and not as bad on hard breaking. Otherwise, awesome! This will be the platform that all future Mazdas will be based on. I have spoken to people that have gone from Mercedes, Lexus, Acura and Infinity to either a CX-30 or CX-5. The CX-9 is a cushier ride.
@@karkule5919 Sure. The young lady I spoke to last, had a Lexus NX and said basically, "bang for the buck" without missing the luxury. Mercedes customer came from a GLA, she claimed cost of maintenance purchased ahead of time and cramped quarters plus the money she spent ticking 2 boxes that gave her what CX-30 gave her for $30k, her GLA configured was $42. I cannot remember what the Acura customer has said, but the Infinity customer said features for the money and sophisticated, clean interior coming from a QX30, I believe now discontinued. Also, he said, less cramped inside with better infotainment. That's all I have. Hope that it helps. I've had lux cars as well. Not worth it. This is my 3rd Mazda, and although I would only buy or lease top trim, I don't miss much from the lux brands. The interior of the CX-30 rivals a BMW. Go look and sit inside latest BMW 3 and compare.
Great review as always. I think its going to do well in North America.
Rucas Thank you!
Really a nice looking Mazda. However, you're right about the cladding. If Mazda would have reduced the size (height) of the cladding by about 50% it would have looked quite a bit better.
Maybe in a year or 2 Mazda will realize the cladding is too excessive and make a minimize the width...
Thank you for speaking at a normal pace. Others speak too fast. And showing lights at night. Do you think turn signals are too low and narrow possibly being a safety issue? I worry other drivers might not see it.
Had mibe delivered early February, not a thing wrong and has more than enough power. Very comfortable and stylish interior. The plastic cladding I find grows on you and doesnt bother me a bit.
fantastic review bro, loving the way you explain in laymans terms that i can fully understand (not so good with all the wording of all the technical jargon lol). ive ordered the mazda 3 2.0 sport lux in soul red crystal getting in october cant wait :)
Very good review that's why I go to your channel first when I am really interested in a particular vehicle. I like how you going into details and touch on every little, But important things most would rather skip over to save a few minutes. But I always say if the presenter is captivating such as you people will stay until the end no matter if the video is a little longer than most. Keep up the good work Sir. I see you being as good as Joe Cooley.
BigBwoyTing Thank you! I used to sell cars so I present my videos as if the person watching is getting their delivery walk around! 😃
@@forrestsautoreviewsofficial Yeah, Inlike that. That's what's up.
I adore this vehicle definitely on my wish list. Just saving for that down payment 😊
have you bought it already? 😌
Mr. Forrest, if you ever wanted to illustrate the "S" lines in the side panels of this car, just look at your off-road video at around 9:40-50.... This is the one I just bought, having lusted after a Porsche Macan. Torque vectoring...This should't handle as well as it does! Kodo design language is, as you young folks say, "a thing." Great review, especially since you did so also at night!
Great review 👍🏾
Top notch review!
When the cladding is minimized and there is at least a 2.0 turbo I may purchase
Peter Jordan The cladding gives a visual effect that makes the cx-30 so sleek. Bit of a compromise, but it protects the fenders as well. Ever part has a purpose and over all is pretty sic looking. Just bought one and you can see the thought that went into it. Perfect with the budget they had.
Turbo is on the way. 1 out of 2. The cladding prevents the car from looking frumpy. Otherwise, the amount of sheet metal exposed would make it ugly.
Test drove one yesterday he is right it's like a Lexus but 10,000 less and it will be my next car.
Thank you for the fine review of my car! 😃😍😎 🤗 LG from 🇦🇹
Great review.
Why did they take off the warm steering wheel I love it on my CS3? Will they put it back next year? And there are knobs with no function on the dash. . Why isn't the passenger seat as easy to manipulate with power? Why doesn't the truck automatically open and close? And why doesn't AWD come with it in the prize It did in the CX3? How could there be more room if you say it is 4 inches shorter? Thanks in advance to respond. Diana
Great as all your reviews. But try to go offroad as your tires fit. This is awd no 4wd.
Thanks for the info...great..
Goes to Mazda dealer, Notes massive, out of proportion plastic cladding on the CX-30, Goes to China, buys a CX-4
Beautiful 👍
I have a 2019 CX5 and it's deadly quiet in the cabin. What are you guys talking about noise.
CX-4 only available in China!
Is it just me or does it look like the wheels are just too small for the huge wheel openings?
Drove a CX30, that chime is certainly NOT nice, it was extremely annoying.
I have a question....
How much taller is the cx-30 to the cx-3... When you stand next to the vehicle, it appears low....
I love your presentation and I love the look of the cx-30, and I'm excited as to when I'll be able to take it for a test drive.
If you can, can you post a break down on what the cost in California will be? I was looking at the cx-5, but this cx-30 got my attention!
Shalom
It's a shame they decided to use the thick plastic pieces along the wheel well and bottom of the doors. Not a good choice, Mazda! O_o
too much room between the top of the tire and the body thus the wheel looks undersized
Where is the skyactiv-X engine already?!?!? 😭
Available in Europe ,but not the 2.5l Na.
A very good looking vehicle, especially in profile, a result of the relatively long distance from the front bumper to the A pillar. It's a design trick used by sports car designers for about a hundred years to suggest potency and performance. Mazda uses it in several of their vehicles including all of their crossovers. Add the protruding grill and the appeal to males is especially pronounced. The downside, however, is cramped interior space compared to other designs. The CX-30 is among the longest of the vehicles in its class yet offers less overall cargo and passenger space than its competitors.
As for other features the six speed transmission is a negative but at least it isn't a CVT. As the smallest independent mainstream manufacturer on the planet Mazda has to approach its investments especially wisely. The newer transmissions from other manufacturers are expensive to develop (or to purchase from third parties) and Mazda has decided to emphasize budget priced luxury rather than performance in their line-up. Those who hope the CX-30 will get a turbo are likely to be disappointed as that would undoubtedly cannibalize sales of the CX-5. Further, those hoping for a manual transmission option are unlikely to have their hopes fulfilled. Mazda doesn't have the resources to waste on money losing vehicles.
The dial controlled infotainment screen is a cost cutting measure rationalized as a safety feature. It enables Mazda to install a smaller, less "intelligent" screen than competitors and as a bonus eliminate fingerprints on the screen. It's adequate and drivers will learn to manipulate it but millennia of evolution makes the human brain link touch and sight in a hard-wired, highly efficient system. Putting the hand action low on the center stack coupled with tracking a selection at the top of the dash is inherently less efficient and more error prone.
All in all, I suspect the CX-30 will do well for Mazda and may take a significant number of sales away from the Mazda3 hatchback. Mazda won't mind as the profit margin for the CX-30 is undoubtedly greater than that of the Mazda3 hatchback. But consumers looking for "utility" in a Sport UTILITY vehicle will likely opt for another brand.
" Further, those hoping for a manual transmission option are unlikely to have their hopes fulfilled. Mazda doesn't have the resources to waste on money losing vehicles. "
They sell manuals over in Europe, and a great one just so you know
Mazdas all look too much alike, especially in the front.
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In the back seat at 6' tall, and you cant see over the headrest? Those legs look very cramped. This is not a family SUV.
The black plastic around the car is Ugly. The SUV is beautiful if they can get rid of that.
SUVs and beautiful are two mutually exclusive terms...except for the porsche macan.
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All that plastic makes it ugly as sin.
Replacing the Mazda 3 because America does not want cars and is assembled in Mexico. Me being from Detroit I'm out.
Fully loaded trims are built in Hiroshima, Japan.
We don't want cars assembled by bailout-taking, unionized-democrat commies in the north either.
@@forrestsautoreviewsofficial Im somewhat curious about this. Are you sure about that? Any source? If thats the case It gives me incentive to buy the premium!
Funny, Mazda takes back auto design at least 20 years. It's no Mazda 3.
Think the black plastic is a bit overwhelmed.. Anyways, correction as Cx4 is solely available only in China Market.
K_nhk Did I say Japan? I’m sorry! Thanks for the correction!
CX4 looks better
Mazda has simply the worst colors in the history of automoviles , they got it right with the blue CX-3 but they retired that color . Please , fire the colors guy and hire the one from Jeep .
Great review
Don't care for alot of the silver inside the sun reflects off right into my face. My mom's toyota corolla has that silver and it has started to fade so something to think about
Luxuous interior at this price
It’s incredible good job Mazda
At 1:22 you said the CX-4 is only in Japan. In fact, it’s made in Japan for the Chinese market
Thanks a lot for this review and especially the great night shots definitely now I know for sure I want this to be my next car #Goals
Thanks for watching! Glad you liked it!
Yes it is. Mistery solved. You're welcome internet.
Great review Forrest. You answered some of my questions. Since we're now in lockdown due to the virus, this review is a great help. It was between this and the 3. I have a 2017 CR-V that has the oil dilution problem and so I'm looking to trade it in and the CX-30 will likely be my next vehicle.
Great driving! Just got myself one of these in Australia. Absolutely loved it when I did the test drive! I didn't find it underpowered at all, it literally has just the right amount of power for me.
Off the bat, the wide plastic around the wheel rim arch makes the vehicle look older than a 2020. Other than that, the interior is nice but it’s not on my list of vehicles to want to test drive. Good review though. Have you done a video on the Acura RDX? If not, I’d love for you do a review on it.
sassyone82 Agreed the black wheel arches is too wide and makes the car look cheap
1:20 in China bro
Nice
trying to decide on a car now idk if to choose mazda subaru or honda. just need some space in the back, and good for chicago weather... im thinking mazda!
Nice review!
It is very quiet. I was impressed with mine overall it is a great drive and good midrange power with a hi spec’d interior with solid switch gear good leather seats . This review was very informative and well put together.
i definitely would put my money on this Mazda CX-30!
Thx for the review!
Thanks for watching!
Bastard Mazda in Australia didn't import the one I wanted so I bought a CX-5 instead. 2.2 diesel, faster than this.
Snakewhisperer Cool. This will get Skyactiv X later though.
@@forrestsautoreviewsofficial which is weaker, but 40-60 mpg, yes please!
We bought one! Incredible vehicle!
I'm waiting for February and hopefully they will have a discount for Presidents Day more than the $750 in my area. Either why no discount or not it's what I'm getting. Other choice were Kia Sportage or Subaru Crosstrek. Congratulations 🎉
How much did you guys buy it for?
Wimpy Samurai 28
Loaded
@@stangralla404 awesome thank you. I'm planning to get the base soon
Does it have an independent rear suspension? Mazda de-contented the Mazda 3 by taking that out.
Except that they improved the handling regardless.
Did Mazda stop making CX-3, I didn't see a 2020 version
yes
No. CX-3 is still available, for 2020 model year
@@sheputthelimeinthecoconut629 arent they discontinuing them?
sinisterxburn not yet at least. Maybe for 2021
@@sheputthelimeinthecoconut629 oh okay
So tired of this power train already. They need more gears in that transmission ASAP
Why is that? Are you encountering a situation in your day to day where you need more gears?
Any more than 6 gears is 95% a marketing thing in my opinion.
She put the lime in the coconut more power, better fuel economy. It’s that simple
kermit1 can you explain that to me? Is the mechanical advantage and numerical value of the lowest and highest gears any different? Did ford and Chevy gain significant fuel economy when they went from 6 speeds to 10 speeds in their trucks? Did their quarter mile times improve? What about FCA when they went to 8 speed? I don’t think so.
One could argue that there may be a minor variation in drivability and vehicle dynamics, but NOTHING like when the industry went from 3 and 4 speed to 5 and 6 speed.
The only thing mazda is guilty of is not falling into the marketing games of keeping up with the neighbors. But it’s a smart move on their part. Tooling is likely paid off. Reliability is generally solid with this transmission. Why change?
She put the lime in the coconut www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2017/03/is-having-a-transmission-with-more-gears-really-better-.html
What?
These models are looking outdated for 2020.
Gaurav Koirala I think it’s all the plastic around the wheels arches. Replace that with an all painted area and this will be a car that will age extremely well.