Mazda CX30 Mild Hybrid detailed review with economy figures
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 พ.ค. 2024
- A detailed review of the Mazda CX30 including a comprehensive overview of the interior and storage space. I drove it on city, rural and 70mph roads. I reset the trip computer to see what the economy is like and I tested the driver assistance systems. This particular car was the 2.0 e-SKYATIC G 122PS GT SPORT model with a 6 speed manual gearbox.
Trim Levels:
SE-L
16” Grey alloy wheels
B-Pillar & C-Pillar garnish in Satin black
Body coloured electrically-adjustable, heated, auto power-folding door mirrors
Front grille in Satin black with Chrome finish Signature wing
Front, rain-sensing windscreen wipers with adjustable sensitivity and speed
Headlights - LED with auto levelling- Coming home / leaving home lights- Dusk sensing headlights- Halogen daytime running lights- High Beam Control (HBC)
Parking Sensors - Rear (audible and visual)
Roof spoiler - Gloss black
Colour 7” TFT instrument cluster display (provides speed, traffic signs and Mazda Radar Cruise Control information)
Electronic Parking Brake with auto-hold and auto-disengage function
Premium dark grey cloth seat trim with black interior accents
AM / FM / DAB radio, with 8 speakers and USB input
Apple CarPlay® & Android AutoTM
Connected Services*
Integrated Bluetooth®
Mazda Connect multimedia system with 8.8” Colour centre display and Multimedia Commander
Mazda Navigation System with European mapping and 5-years free map updates
Air-conditioning
Electric windows - Front and rear
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
Windscreen projected colour Active Driving Display
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
e-Call with GPS
Intelligent Speed Assist (ISA)
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) with Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
Smart Brake Support - Front (SBS)
Remote central locking with deadlocking and automatic door lock when driving
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
SE-L LUX adds
Auto-dimming driver door mirror
Parking aids - Reversing camera
Parking Sensors - Front and rear (audible and visual)
Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
Heated front seats (3-stage setting)
Drive selection switch (Sport mode) (Automatic models only)
Dual zone climate-controlled air-conditioning with rear air vents
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (Automatic Transmission features Stop and Go) (MRCC)
Smart keyless entry
SPORT LUX adds
18” Silver alloy wheels (e-Skyactiv G models only)
18” Bright alloy wheels (e-Skyactiv X models only)
B-Pillar and C-Pillar garnish in Piano black
Front grille in Gloss black with Chrome finish Signature wing
Headlights - Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH)- Signature front LED daytime running lights
Power liftgate
Power tilt and slide sunroof (e-Skyactiv X models only)
Privacy glass - rear side and rear windows
Rear lights - Signature LED rear combination lights
Frameless auto-dimming rear-view mirror
Steering wheel mounted paddle shift (Automatic models only)
GT SPORT adds
Door mirror tilt down function when reversing
Black leather seat trim* with Rich Brown interior accents
Driver seat power slide, recline, height and lumbar adjustment with head-up display and driver door mirror memory
Heated steering wheel
AM / FM / DAB radio featuring 12-Speaker Bose surround sound system, with Bose CenterPoint, BassMatch and AudioPilot technology**
GT SPORT TECH adds
360º View Monitor (provides a birdseye view with front, rear and side mounted cameras)
Cruising and Traffic Support (CTS)
Driver Monitoring (DM)
Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)
Smart Brake Support - Rear (SBS-R)
Smart Brake Support - Rear Crossing (SBS-RC)
00:00 What is it?
00:34 Design
01:14 Boot
01:40 Engines and Gearboxes
02:37 Rear space
04:15 Seating position
05:29 Trim levels
07:48 Front interior
13:28 Manoeuvring
15:50 Rural roads and Launch
19:08 Urban roads
23:43 Motorway driving
30:11 Verdict - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
I watched more than 50 videos on this car and from big and small channels but THIS is easily the most informative, comprehensive and overall full of snippets of information that people buying this car need to know. 👏
As I have said once before, Richard delivers the facts professionally and accurately and actually tests the car driving normally under different driving road conditions to derive mpg instead of merely quoting average figures- you can even see the instant and average readings. The real-world detail he always brings to his reviews is unique I find, and extremely useful. I watched this review specifically to find out about the mpg for this car and I am reassured on that point but I got so much more from it. Excellent. Thanks.
This was the best and most complete Mazda CX-30 review I saw on TH-cam.
The mild hybrid seems to be working wonders.
Thanks!
U are the best reviewer in youtube for car, very realistic for driving in different roads and show the important mpg in every situation!!! Seems excellent with the mpg! the best car and price to value ever!!! Thank you! hope i can get one soon in the future
Excellent review, finally I've found an accurate MPG on a UK spec G engine, been looking for weeks. Very thorough review, the channel deserves more attention for sure.
Outstanding review. One of the best I have seen, for any car. Explained so many useful, real-life situations. Well done and thanks.
Brilliant honest and comprehensive review, best ive seen on this car. I'm buying one!
A good review, thank you. Picking mine up on Thursday.
Great and comprehensive review. Thanks!
Amazing review, thank you!
Best interior review of any car reviewer 👍
What a great review!
Excellent review! You deserve far more views, i wish you success! I really love how you give tips about the specs, for example that both engines have similar torque at lower rpms. And all the attention to detail. Brilliant stuff most youtubers dont mention.
Best overview
Just looking to buy this car. I can say for sure that this video had a big impact on the final decision.
Great job 👍! Please keep it up, as well as the ones with driving tips.
Have you bought it, G122? Any feedback?
12:25 you can move the plastic barrier inside the arm rest and then you won’t have to put your phone diagonally. It’s a smart design.
Lovely review as always Richard, can never get bored of these. I’d love to see a review on the 2021 Mini Cooper S 1.5 petrol as it’s the car I’ve been practicing for my driving test in
Great review. Is the normal Skyactiv hybrid as well as the E-skyactiv? I cant find much specifics about the engine
Hey Richard thanks for a great review! I'm a PDI about to take my stage 2 and am considering to purchase either the Mazda cx3 or the cx30. What would your thoughts be? Cheers
Believe me, the black plastic scratches really easily. It is a very soft plastic. Take a look at one that is a few months old and you’ll see what I mean.
This was actually my teacher's learner car. Very nice to drive :D
Also about the dipping mirrors when reversing; in the one I drove it wasn't just the passenger side, but whatever side's was selected using the little mirror button which I believe is also used to select which mirror you're adjusting.
That was the case in the Mazda 3, although I didn't notice it in this car.
That is correct. Both mirrors have that option. It depends on which one is pressed. Or you can have neither.
can you do a mini countryman? I watched your other channel and passed, now thinking which one I should get, cx30 or mini countryman
I bought a 2023 Mazda cx-30 here in the US with a 2.5L engine which claims 191 hp. It's plenty peppy enough for me and it has a sporty feel to it. The back seat is certainly cramped, but I don't use it much anyways.
I love our CX30 its BRILLIANT as in the video the interior is beautiful and excellent build quality Yes it is small in the rear (I don't have kids) but it is a small SUV the Sports trim level is great with all the spec you need the none touch screen is a brilliant safety feature you never loose sight on the road while using it plus the climate controls are separate so no need to fiddle with a touch screen to use them The power of the Skyactive X engine with the automatic six speed box is all you need on these crowded roads in the UK with good fuel return I fully agree with David (Great video mate) The CX30 looks beautiful most small SUV's look boxy The CX30 is a lovely car for anyone who likes comfort, style and a nice pleasant driving experience and I love ours the electric memory seats and side mirrors mean my wife and I have no problem getting an excellent driving position I would recommend anyone to buy a Mazda CX30 or the CX3 I have had a C Class Mercedes before but even if I had the choice I would get the CX30 I am so confident in this car (Ex Advanced Blue light driver) I would recommend it to anyone Great video David thank you PS if you need to hard wire a dash cam take it to your dealer Mazda CX30's are Brilliant Bear Hull
I enjoy Richard explaining something more than any really fucking famous podcast.
in a process of buying a first car (new driver). took the car to the test drive last week, and really like it. the idea was to purchase a g122 manual plus with sound/safety and style options. I believe it' would be same as the car on the review, except of the leather seats. however, around here car would not be available for about 6-11 months. They'll have a G122 plus available in about 2 months, without 360 camera, no Cruising & Traffic Support, an electric trunk doors... still debating if without the optional gear packages (which is what causes such a long waiting period), G150 would be a better idea, as it fits the budget.
G150 sounds like the sweet spot for this car, if it is anything like the G122 but with more power.
I wonder if the lower power engine is mapped down just like the 1.5 in the Mazda 2s. I’m sure the throttle response was capped at a certain percentage.
@Joshyg02 it is the same engine than in previous Mazda 3 generation, so i don't see why it couldn't be re-mapped. Question is it really necessary. Mine when dynoed put out 151 HP stock, so much above factory claim. After remap 175 HP but you need to rev it to feel the difference (over 4500 RPM).
There is one engine option of the CX30 that is only for North America.
It’s got a 2.5 litre turbo 4cyl with 256hp (filled with premium fuel). With regular fuel, you only get 227hp. It has AWD and a 6AT, and a 0-62 time of 6 seconds.
We used to have that engine but it was removed from our Mazdas, something to do with new EU regulations. It’s the MPS engine.
@@robd1012 I should point out that the CX30 Turbo sold in North America uses a Skyactiv-G engine.
I don’t think we ever got that engine here, at least the turbocharged version.
@@DaveDVideoMaker turbo charged engines cannot run using the same high compression ratio that skyactiv uses.
@@prussell890 Skyactiv engines can run on turbochargers.
The compression ratio in the Skyactiv turbo is 10.5:1 compared to 13:1 or 14:1 on the non turbocharged units.
It is a gas guzzler though
A taller more SUV vehicle is easier to get in and out, especially if you are 50 or over like most new vehicle buyers. Having your head higher is better for visibility, and it is safer if you get hit by a taller vehicle such as a truck. You do lose some fuel mileage from more effort to push through the air and more weight compared to a Mazda 3. Murica gets a turbo gasoline option instead of a diesel engine, also a CX-50 built in Alabama that is more CX-5 sized and all of them are all wheel drive, some with a big roof rack. Overall, Mazdas steer well and are reliable and look good. Subarus have a better brake feel, but do not look as good and only the BRZ is a 2 wheel drive at the rear for more sporty driving in corners. Keep up with coolant changes, also get a new thermostat periodically since the boxer engine is more prone to head gasket failure, especially if it overheats.
SUV's being safer is somewhat of a misconception. You have to also consider that the braking and handling are worse which makes it harder to avoid an accident.
I definitely appreciate a taller vehicle for ease of getting in and out. A friend of mine has a Honda Prelude SH and getting in and out out that isn't fun.
Great review, nice to see some honesty without the sales pitch. Had mine for 8 months from new, sport lux with 186hp in white. All in all I love it and all the toys it comes with including HUD, sunroof and full LED lights, but in hindsight with a child on the way I should’ve gone for the cx5. Shame the Bose system isn’t available as an optional extra instead of having to step up to the GT spec. Also disappointing I had to fork out extra for the adjustable boot floor - something that should be standard on a £27k car, but you can’t have everything I suppose.
Good instructor, I need to train with you but I don't know how to get in touch with you.
Thank you, I'm currently fully booked at the moment though. If you search Conquer Driving that should help you find my website.
Is it Hybrid? what is mild hybrid?
Is it worth the extra over the Mazda 3?
Not really. I had a test drive of both and bought the 3. They are exactly the same inside, just a higher body. I think the 3 on the outside is much nicer. The piano black plastic is very soft, though, and scratches really easily so you have to be careful when cleaning.
Personally i think it is worth it if you are going off road some times. If not, the 3 is better
I would take the 3 for the better ride. But these are available and have a better interior in my opinion.
Where I live we can get lots of snows storms and the extra height is much appreciated.
I like the way you review the car. Maybe you can make a new 2023 CX-30 review?
Thank you. If it's a significant update I may review it. I didn't do the CX30 review very long ago.
@@RichardFanders you should review the one with 186 HP Skyactiv-X engine.
When I see your narrow English roads I have a claustrophobic attack
Don’t know what u mean mate🤷♂️ those country roads were actually the wider ones 🤣
😂😂
We have something called a steering wheel in the Uk 😂
@@three-minute what's the point when nowhere to steer 😁
My 73 reg CX 30 gets 270 miles out of a full tank…… 1 thing I hate about it
i thought your title said hybrid, NVM
Seems it actually is. Around 22:30 there was something and more on Mazda pages around Hybrid M technology.
When the reviewer says that he's heard that the auto box is ' good', I'm not sure what he means. Having driven the auto and the manual versions back-to-back, I would say that the auto box changes gear automatically, just that. It is old, torque-converter tech and it ruins the driver experience. It creates a car which feels mundane, unexciting and dull.
If you want one of these, do try the manual. It's a smile-inducing pleasure to drive and leaves the auto in the shade.
But lazy older people who like sliding in and out of the CX30 will get the auto cos it suits their laziness. SUVs are less fuel efficient and damage roads as heavier. All these potholes are the results of the SUV obsession of the last 20 years.
@@markl8740 I think all the online order delivery vans and electric heavy vehicles can take more of the blame for potholes as we had larger heavier ordinary cars in years gone by. If there is blame, it's more the lack of road maintenance over many years catching up with us.
Anyone who can pronounce battery as battery and not bat tree gets my tick.
This is a sensible and intelligent driving instructor. Knows what he's doing.
Not a hybrid 😂
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