2021 Mazda CX-30 review - best family SUV yet? | What Car?
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- Don't let the confusing name put you off, the Mazda CX-30 is a small SUV that seems to have a lot going for it. But what's it like and should you buy one? Watch our review to find out
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So would you choose this Mazda CX-30 over a Skoda Karoq? And should it have been called the Mazda CX-3-and-a-half?!
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Yes but I've seen karoq in flesh... It's just ghastly. A larger boot is just not worth looking at something sooooo ugly
CX 3.75
Or they should have called it the CX 3, and the CX 3 be changed to cx2, as it is based on the mazda2.
CX-30 in the U.S. gets a 2.5 186hp engine with a 6 spd auto........no manual........very competitive price here........might get one
I would choose the CX-30.
I think Mazda are making some of the best car interiors of any manufacturer these days and they still have a sense of being an engineering led company willing to do their own thing and not just follow the crowd. I think this much nicer inside than premium alternatives and if judged against Audi, Mercedes, Volvo etc you get an awful lot for the money. I actually thought this handled really well.
My wife drives 2016 CX 5 and we both love the car. Last week I was doing groceries and next to the supermarket is Mazda dealer and I said to my self, let's do test drive with CX 30. This was mistake. Ever since I can't stop thinking how good this car is! Left great impression, especially interior quality and ride quality including tire roar which is on very low level. This car feels very premium. Bose speakers are great too. So now I want to trade my wife's Mazda CX 5 for CX 30, I am working on it and it will be surprise for my wife :-)
I swapped my CX-5 for a CX-30, no regrets
@Paul Attard Which plastic?? We got a car few weeks ago and we are more than happy. Interior has very premium feel and very little plastic. I am driving Mercedes E300d 2019 and Mazda CX 30 is very close to premium feel of the interior as in the E Class.. And for the record speakers in my wife's Mazda are better than mine in Mercedes. Yes I could have pay from premium speakers in my car for 2200 euros extra cost, in Mazda they come with second trip level for 1200 euros and other extras included.
@@TheLucyColeman The smaller size doesn’t bother you?
@@Mrtellitlikeitis Not really, there were very few times that I needed the extra space
@@martinmrazek868 I think Bose getting involved for a major shake up of speaker position was a masterstroke. They mounted the front speakers on the chassis rather than leaving them in the door cards (which often allow speakers to rattle)
Looks great. I drive a 2016 CX-9, and really like it. Mazda seems to be one of only a few manufacturers with customer enjoyment in mind.
Bought one Feb. 12th...
Could not be happier.... love it ... Cx-30 is incredibly great... smooth... tons of safety features... enough pick up for sure.... & an interior that easily rivals BMW X1 and Audi Q $ the price for my GS with luxury package - is $10,000. Less than them. Love it!!!!
I just bought one last month, so far, excellent. It glides down the road.
I think its a bit unfair to put the n/a engine as something negative. They are much more reliable than most turbocharged engines . Also when driving, you only need to plan the driving a bit more, when for example overtaking. Because of the linear character of n/a engines they tend to be smoother than turbos. Mazda do not like turbo engines because of the unreliable techology, and when you get pretty much the same mpg with the high compression engines as sky active are, we should be glad mazda sticks with n/a. I've tried this car, and i would gladly buy one once my 2018 A3 is sold. Enough said. 🙂
Completely agree. I think Euro emissions drive many manufacturers to head down the route of downsized turbos, simply to tick a few boxes. Sure they have low end torque, but the real cheat is that downsized turbos look really good on paper for fuel economy. This Skyactiv-X though attempts to do the same thing with a very, very lean fuel to air mix, which allows for a heavier foot with far less impact in real life than would be attained in a competitor turbo.
Pity they didn't continue with the diesel. Mazda's diesel is the world's only low compression diesel by patent (side note: it was the only engine deemed not to have cheated in the wake of VW dieselgate after German and Japanese governments audited their car makers emission tests).
The low compression of the Skyactiv-D makes them higher to rev than competitor that start at 16:1 (Mazda is 14:1). The high rpm also removes a lot of the agricultural element, making any VW Diesel you park next to a Mazda sadly sound like a tractor.
Only catch with low compression diesel, is that it has to warm up with a noisy recirc. But once it is warm, it's smooth as silk.
I’m addicted to Mazda reviews. The cars look so impressive. Just watching the reviews makes me happy. I can only imagine how much happier I would be if I drove one every day. 😍🥰😘🤩
Mazda is one of the most under-rated brands
I'm buying the 2021 in a few weeks :D
Natural aspired engines have one huge PRO: they are reliable. When I buy a car, I want to forget about the mechanic.
This Mazda has excellent safety features, in the base version.
So you don’t get your cars serviced then?
Koroq? No thank you,I just don't trust the reliability of VW petrol engines.I will be buying the CX30.
Another Scotty Kilmer fan🤦♂️
Indeed
Bought the 2022 update CX-30, Sport Lux. They’ve improved the Skyactive X engine massively. More torque support lower down from the MHEV system, and more power. The 2022 update has 186ps (183hp). They’ve also introduced small interior improvements, most notably the interiors on all but the top two trims are all black, no longer with blue (yuk!) accents!
Did the x motor suit you well ? i am worried about ti's reliability. Is it also fast enough?
@@InvestEU I’m 24000 miles in and it I’ve had no issues with it. If anything, it’s smoother now than when I first bought it.
This is commercial of Skoda Karoq, not a independent Mazda review.
Wish I had £100 every time you mentioned Koroq
You would be a rich man.
😂😂 I thought I was the only one who noticed that.
I was just about to mention that.
So effin annyoing!
Someone get that man a Koroq!
Liked it . Bought it . Love it...beats the best...
Same here 👌
Check.. here aswell
I like this SUV i would buy it but only for my self
@@enegizedadam nothing wrong with that 😉
Hows the ride quality? Have a cx3 and its a bit rough at times
If judged on looks, build alone, it dumps on the opposition!
in my opinion a Peugeot 2008 does look more cool especially on the inside but this is still much more stylish than a Karoq
I thought this was a Skoda Karoq review rather than Mazda Cx30. LOL anyway I would get the Mazda Cx30 never buy anything to do with VW. They never last.
Asian brands tend to be the most reliable that’s why I went for a Kia ceed
Japanese. Not Asian. Working class Kia with those brands
Critique un peu trop orientée Skoda. La fiabilité de Mazda marque pour les passionnés n'est plus à prouver. j'ai eu une mazda 2 essence et jamais aucun souci. Et bientôt d'ici 1 semaine la Cx30 de 2020 sportline 180cv pratiquement tout de série. Vive les véhicules japonais qui eu contrairement à d'autres marques l'obsolescence n'existe pas. Merci pour votre critique de Skoda Karoq 🤣
This guys reviews are excellent! I keep coming back to What Car reviews because he is in the video and I can expect a great review
Bbr did a 210 bhp 1.5 in the mx5 I feel like that engine would be perfect in this with the 4wd
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
Have this Mazda and it's a very comfi, fun and easy driving car ! Value for money, greetings from Belgium ;)
Very useful - would suit my 6’ friends in the back !!
Great review work mate.
I have tested both the Skyactive G and the Skyactive X. I bought the X. So much better. Of all the rewiews I have seen, this is the only one that recommends the G engine.
Interesting that the 2.5L Skyactive G engine isn't offered - It's the only engine offered here in the US and it's combined with the 6 speed auto transmission only.
@@modmatt1 it's because of our stupid EU emission laws!
We have just ordered the x . We had a hard decision to decide between the 122bhp G or the 186bhp X. I know the engine in the G is pretty quite . Is the X more noisy do you think or will this be quiet as the G?
Actually, the Autogefuhl review of the CX-30 also recommends the G variant.
I'd be nervous of buying the X engine as it is such new technology and it remains to be seen whether it could become problematic. What I don't understand is why there is a 150bhp version of the G engine in Europe but in the UK we either have to choose 122bhp for the G or buy the more expensive and unproven X variant!
Great comparison
I really like this, apart from the black plastic wheel arches!
@Paul Attard The reason why they did that is to make the car look tough
They actually look much better in real life i think.
The 3 sedan would be my next car for sure... Loving it!
Very similar.......about a foot in length difference with similar price.......a cheaper lease deal in the U.S. for mazda 3 sedan........
I would love to hear the long term experiences with the Mazda CX-30 from their owners! I also test drove both the CX-5 and the CX-30, and decided to go with the CX-30. It is a much fun car to drive, especially in City driving! the Mazda cx-30 tight space is not an issue for me; as I just fold down the back seats, and now have plenty of space for groceries, going camping, or on long trips!
Can we get a version of the video where it beeps out 'Karoq' please. Are you secretly working for Skoda? I'm sorry i'd have the X engine over the G but I do like 15k a year, mild hybrid system and build quality wins over everything in its price range and competitors!
Parents just bought one. It’s really a lovely car - nicely made interior and comfy. Defo reccomend the higher spec ones if you can (their GT Sport tech feels nicer than the entry level SEL Lux for sure)
Great Video Review
240hp turbo now available. And it’s amazingly good.
Hi thanks for the video . Very Informative . Is the skyactiv g 122bhp se l lux auto good one to get . We want a comfortable , safe car with good quality interior . Me and wife will be sharing this car . I appreciate the back not so spacious but we only need it for our five year old so I think enough space . Would be grateful for your comments regarding the model we have picked or should we have gone for the 185bhp?
Mazda are making some really nice and stylish cars right now. Big fan
Me too
Great review, very informative. Much more so than Carwow which is turning into 'drag races with Yani'.
Gavin Roy yep, missing the old carwow with the reviews and group tests and the occasional top 10. also, I’m not a fan of the new attention seeking thumbnails and titles they’re using
I think they should put that kind of content on a second channel
Woah, the nicest review on youtube
Check info.
In your comments on the engine you said Skyactiv-G. The vidio shows a Skyactiv_X.
The best thing of Mazda is the steering itself how is built and covered with a very best quality of pure leather and durable. Congratulations to Mazda. I am looking to change from Mazda Axela Hatchback to either Mazda CX5 or Mazda CX 30 God willing. From Nairobi Kenya.
I own one n omg it’s bloody brilliant
I just bought 2021 cx-30 in black luv it you really can't notice the cladding on it
It’s a really nice car but not spacious for that money. I am really in between cx30 and Kia xceed. Enjoy it!
I drive a Mazda cx5. Is there much difference between mine and this cx30 as I'm thinking of changing?
Just picked mine up a couple days ago. Lots of car for the price. Back seat space is small for a car seat. Great to drive. Comes with 3 years Connect subscription which includes remote start, tire monitoring and door remote from the mazda app. Interior is best in the class.
So you pay $50k then after 3 years you lose those features?
@@transitory3368 $30k
@@transitory3368yes, same as with BMW connected app and the equivalent on other cars.
I'm sold. This is the car I'm getting👏
Pretty good reliability? It's the best in the world, Same as Toyota
Amid it's slightly bigger than the cx-3 why not call it a cx-3x or xl ..?
punted my 17 plate cx3 sports nav and got new puma st-line x first ed .....love it
I have the 2 ltr skyactive in my mx5 rf. I don’t like the low rev stuttering when cold particularly. You are almost better off ignoring first gear. I wonder does the automatic do away with this stuttering ?
The only way to get the best of it in the mx 5 is to scream the nuts off it. Then it flies.
I love the look of it so I’ll try it. I’m not keen on 3 cylinder Turbos either. I miss a proper old school engine.
There is just no pleasing the critics. Put a turbo, “why did they put turbo on 1.2 l engine?”
Don’t put a turbo, “why does this 1.8 l have no turbo?”
You know what critics have and normal people don’t have as much? Money to spare for the snobbish demands.
His issues with suspension are a bit understated IMO. It’s so bad that the HUD blurs.
I would love to Mazda go to a rear wheel drive line up. I think it would really set them apart from all their competitors and would aim right at BMW and MB. They already have the know how with MX-5. Mazdas have the looks but fall short with their performance.
Wait parking sensor standard? Does it have sensors in USA?
You got fuel economy for skyactiv g but youre reviewing a skyactiv x ? Im confused...
Once Mazda driver always Mazda driver
Had 2 Mazda 626's years ago, then went for the Honda Accord EURO. That was and still is a great car, but no longer produced for our Aussie market. My son has just bought the Diesel CX5, and loves, carrying on the tradition.
I'm driving with my 5th mazda 6 all new ones, and still loving it .
and i think my next car is a mazda 6 ?
You say VW brands have 3yr warranty - in Poland Seat offers 5yr as standard
Massive downside is the wheel for satnav, back space and the MPG :(
Just got the cx30 gt sport as my first car, I'm 17 y/o im not a family but I'll do lmao
At last a car reviewer who doesnt put on a silly patronising voice 👏
So for needs car in Europe and UK when u have metro tramway train for what needed cars
Well, I went to the Mazda showroom here in Belgium yesterday. Coz I wanna buy a new car by the end of this year. I'm doubting between Toyota C-HR and Mazda CX-30. I drive a petrol Toyota Auris now and I wanted to stay with Toyota coz they're comfortable and reliable. But the Mazda CX-30 that I went to look at yesterday (the Skyactiv G Mild Hybrid automatic) came in at 5000 euro cheaper than the Toyota CH-R 🤔
Nice
Mazda is the best car brand no one knows about.
I know about it. The correct engine size for the car, no touch screen. Lots as standard. A fine car.
Quoting the mpg for the poorer sky active G engine whilst leaning of the car being reviewed which has the way more economical and better performing Sky Active X engine which returns almost 50mpg. In my opinion that is biased reviewing! Trying to get people to buy a Skoda by the sound of it. Comparing both with petrol front wheel drive with the Sky ActiveX engine I would suggest people compare the figures for themselves first, such as mpg, 0-62 and emissions.
I have the e skyactive x and average 45mpg so not far off the 50 👍
@@a_ni_ma_l The best interior going I'm sure you will agree..
Could I tag my gate remote to cx30
Mazda the hidden gem
It is a shame that the build-in engines are so lame and the opposite of sporty. The looks and feel of the 2019er Mazdas a great, but the engines are a trade-off.
Skyactiv X ?
Mazda's actually have an enviable reliability record. One of our Mazda's didn't need a major repair until it was 40 and another is now 30 and has never had a major repair...
We’re does leave the CX3 ? I know it was pulled from the uk has the CX30 replaced it ????
Hey there - the CX-3 is temporarily off sale but could be back later this year with new engines! This CX-30 sits above that, but below the bigger CX-5 (a bit confusing, we know!)
What Car? But my Mazda dealer says it’s been withdrawn and I can’t order a new factory one ?
It's not a replacement, the cx3 is a raised mazda2, whereas the CX 30 is a raised mazda3
We have it in the U.S........but the CX-3 is really small......nice......but much smaller than CX-30........in the U.S. the CX-3 has 2.0 engine to the CX-30 2.5........
The CX-3 is still available in the US, but only the Sport trim line is available for 2020. On first glance the CX-3 and CX-30 look similar, but I test drove them back to back, and the difference is quite clear. The 3 is OK in the front, way too cramped in the back. Road noise is quite noticeable and the ride is fairly harsh. Comparatively, the CX-30 feels great in the front, very spacious, and downright luxurious. The back seat is not great, but much more comfortable than the 3. The ride is very smooth and quiet compared to the CX-3 or our old Honda Fit.
Test driving them back to back, the CX-3 was not even on the list of contenders for our next car, and the CX-30 was a clear winner over other brands and models we were interested in. If we could afford a few more bucks the Volvo XC-40 might be a contender, but the Volvo starts a few thousand above the top of the line CX-30 here. We didn't even test it because we can't afford it.
I like the sporty look and performance. However, I may opt for a Toyota Corolla Cross. They both come nicely equipped and even though the Cross is a tad under powered, I really noticed the extra head room and the larger cargo capacity area of the Cross.
Base Corolla cross $4000 dearer than CX30 !
This is a great vehicle... what in the hell is this guy talking about? Dude it’s not a Lamborghini or Ferrari!!!! I know you Europeans like speedy cars. But your doing a review on family style car! This dude aggravated me! Smh
What Car are biased towards VW family cars and against Japanese and Korean cars. If VW released a turd they would find a way to give it a glowing review and tell you it was better than a Mazda, Toyota or Kia.
I just stay away from any European Brands Car. Japan and American car on my top list.
he did recomend the lower powered engine actually & he's just mentioning the driver involment just cus there are some people who want a car that's fun to drive
I’d personally go for any Kia, Hyundai or genesis
The suspension sounds almost like it is crashing over the road.
Suspension is more than fine...
For what u need car now in covid time
You believe or not... i drove a mazda 2 2008 .. i gave it to service and they gave me a cx 30 for one day. I wanted to try.. i went autobahn top speeds. 2008 mazda 2 is much much more satabil at high speed. I drove many cars and only feel really safe with mazdas before 2014 and fords... mazdas before 2014 also mazda ford productions. I keep with mazda 2 2008 ... which drives better more than 80 percent of bigger cars
I was left with a feeling that this was more a Skoda or Seat review, than a Mazda review. Not very well thought through.
Wrong : this must be compared with Kona, Stonic etc; CX-5 with Ateca,Karoq ...
Look at the dimensions and weight of these cars. CX30 is C segment Suv. Kona and company are B segment.
@@BariarnilforG So , CX-5 goes against Kodiak, Terraco ? I think NO !
@@cristiplacintaru5578cx5 does not have a 7 seat option available so still competes with skoda karoq & VW Tiguan. However cx30 should be compared with VW T roc and Toyota CH-R
How doe this compare to a t-roc or t-cross?
It’s similar size to a VW T-Roc, T-Cross is smaller
So unless you take it out on the road its a good car. What's the point in buying a car if it's not nice to drive.
The review showed more of face of the car reviewer than the car itself
superb car... with all the cameras and speed limits not sure how you can enjoy a bigger engine.
@Paul Attard yes, and actually safer when you need to overtake or go into the motorway
Did he mention the karoq?
15 times
Skyactive-X all the way. its a superb engine and the automatic box is gorgeous to drive. What's this guy on?
The manual gearbox in the CX 30 is way better. Mazda manual gearboxes are so good. They have so much feel. The Autos are a bit sluggish
You don't sit higher than in the hatchback. So there is absolutely no reason left to get this over the hatchback.
I traded my 2017 hatchback for one, and you do in fact sit higher.
Granted I have not sit in one (yet) by the dimensions alone I would say you would have to sit some what higher?
It's over an inch taller in ground clearance and the seats sit higher than the 3 hatch. You do sit noticeably higher.
CX-30 has way better visibility than 3 hatch........but probably doesn't handle as well because of height and weight difference.......
Cargo room, outward vision. The 3 has been severely criticized as a car you can't see out of, especially to the back.
Of all car enthusiasts I've had watched, you're the one who say more negative than positive and it feels like you're pushing us to buy Volkswagen,
I wouldn’t even get a VW group car
Kia/Hyundai all the way
So the engine is a problem because its not turbo charged and feels weedy. Then you recommend the 2.0 litre instead of the 2.5.. yeh ok mate dont contradict yourself or anything.
There is no problem with the 2.5 its more then enough and the fuel economy is still good.
Looks great but too low to the ground for me and i found the seating uncomfortable
Isnt Karoq a mid sized SUV? It competes with the CX5 and not the CX30 in my opinion.
Mazda cx30 isn’t based on a supermini like a Mazda cx3 is. So it’s meant to compete with the like of the VW T Roc, Toyota CH-R & BMW X2 on the premium end
Lovely car. Can’t decide between this and the 3!
Definitly this
VAG Paymaster general
Just be warned.......You CANNOT take this vehical thru any drive thru, because the windowsill is SO high You CANNOT reach out to get Your order.........Paul
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I've just brought one of these in sports lux and the Mazda garage has charged me £350 for the puddle lights, I feel ripped off hearing you say they are £49
Back seat is so claustrophobic 😅 I'm 5'11, I'll have to bend or lay down to travel in CX30 LOL
Why would you be sitting in the back seat?
Just went to look at one for my wife, I could fit in the back without a problem 6ft 1
Mazda should get rid of the cx-3 since is not selling well since it lack cargo areas vs it's competitors. Shoukd just call this cx4..
No one is going to buy a new car for a long time
Real reason there isn't a mazda 4 is because there is a belief that 4 is unlucky in Japan
Five minutes in I've heard enough. Mazda always make the back- seat room fit for kids only.
well that's not very good for a small suv to only carry kids in the back. It's pretty good just not very good
Try Mazda cx5, that’s massive in the back
The Karoq looks terrible compared to this!
Yeah. Looks like a frog...
Having looked at the China model CX-4 am left wondering why Mazda didn’t just bring it to the UK (and rest of Europe), and instead plumped for this virtual CX-3 replacement instead. Also opting for a non-touchscreen is a mistake when the market is clearly moving to smartphone mirroring such as Apple CarPlay.
My idea, neys car!!
I disagree on your take about the touchscreen. They are terrible to use while driving because they demand your full atention as opposed to this new “knob” that mazda is using that gives you the chance to operate the screen at just a glance.
Mazda 3 rear room is more forgivable. This shd have more imo
For me neither are particularly ideal, a VW t Roc is a better choice for rear space, it’s in the same class as the CX30, a small SUV based on a C segment car
I'd take the XC40
X1 for me
How much knee room does Mr Karoq need? He always moans even when there is over 6 inches to spare. If your knees aren't touching the front seat then you have enough room! Ans also, he says ' now you've heard all about the Mazda CX-30', well no I haven't, what about the specs? I have no idea what they offer except about 4 things for the SE-l model. Like most people I like to know what each model offers as standard!
Init I would understand if he mentioned VW t Roc or a Renault Kadjar but not Karoq once every 30 seconds
what the heck is a Karoq?
A Skoda
Skoda car
Mazda 2lt engine 4 cylinder unstressed will driving around 10 years after skoda seat 1lt 3 cylinder has shankin its self to bits
They should have just gotten rid of the CX-3 and made this the new one
That's like replacing the mazda2 with a Mazda 3. That doesn't make sense