I considered the Subaru Crosstrek, Toyota RAV4/Corolla Cross/C-HR, Lexus UX, Hyundai Santa Cruz, Honda CRV and a few other vehicles. Ultimately, I went with the Mazda CX-30. It just offered more power, premium (near-luxury) quality and safety that I wanted at a much better price point. I've had it for 5000 miles now. It is amazing to drive! I didn't expect to love Mazda as much as I do now!
Your videos are so informative and detailed. I love how you explain every knob and button, from beeping the horn and for telling us the ground clearance of the car, which is important when that's a buying issue for some people! So thank you very much!! ❤ Your thoroughness is extraordinary and very much appreciated! 👍👏👏
Great review. You are the person I found who does a lot of Base models. CX30. Is a great value in base form. I definitely would buy this Cx30. Thanks again
Hell yes no CVT! And a naturally aspirated 2.5 which is a timing chain engine last I knew - no timing belts, no turbos, normal transmission. Thankfully someone still builds a reliable and affordable nice vehicle. Great job Mazda! You haven’t followed the herd into overpriced/fancy quality disasters!
@@MrBacchus18 Many say turbos dont last as long. Also, the CX30 with turbo has poor economy for its class (and needs premium fuel). No denying it is fast though.
My wife bought a Mazda CX-30 GT AWD Turbo and it is very nice, perfect size, lots of tech, excellent ride, silly fast and great room for our little family. We have always owned Mazda and I can't see that ever changing for us.
Great review Kenny! In my opinion, Mazda outshines the others with great looks and upscale looking interiors. For the money you are getting a lot. I had a flash of Mazda's Zoom Zoom ads back in the day. Hope you are doing great!
Great thorough review. It’s on my very short list as my inclement weather & city dweller/long commute traveler for a couple of reasons. It’s AWD and it has an automatic👍! Mazda FTW!
Very good review! You've pointed out some of the features in the front of the car that none of the other videos that I've watched have done. Super comprehensive detailing of the Mazda CX-30's pros and cons! Zoom Zoom!!
Best and most accurate review. I just leased the base model. It’s great. I was sorry to give up my 2009 Mazda 6 which was still running great after 15 years. Now I’m glad. This car is awesome
Leasing the same model in a 2025. It’s fabulous. It has more than I need, but no complaints. Just gave up my 2009 Mazda 6 which was still running great at 150,000 miles
One correction, the base model is only 6 speakers for the sound system. Carbon Editions will give you 8 speakers. The premium and premium plus will give you the 12-speaker Bose setup.
Hey. I just found your channel and subscribed. I love base/lower trim level car reviews just like this one! When all the extras and frills are removed, it's up to the car to show just how good (or bad) it is! Thanks again and looking forward to watching more!
I have a 2023 Crosstrek for a company car. After driving the Mazda the Crosstrek seems like a piece of junk! I would take the Mazda over a Subaru any day!!!!!!
Thank you very much. This is the video that I really want to watch because everybody else talking about something else not about this car. I will buy one again thank you very much. I really like you video.
Fantastic review. I test dove the 2024 Sport and Select. The brakes felt like old school drum brakes that need adjusting! So surprised. The first gear at low speed, does a wierd laggy thing. No 12V outlets. Otherwise great value. Please test drive one if anyone is thinking of just ordering and buying one or buying one via an online service. The soft brakes were on both vehicles. Maybe a Mazda thing? Unfortunately it was a deal breaker for me. They look fantastic and I know some people hate the screen situation but I actually liked keeping my arm down and eyes up when scrolling around. Another reason to test drive and physically crawl in it.
I think the best value for the CX30 is the 2.5S Select Sport, just 1 trim level above the base model, comes with advanced keyless entry, dual zone A/C, rear air vents, rain sensing auto wipers , leatherette seats for $1505 more.
Absolutely incredibly detailed review of this Mazda. Freakin awesome! You should get paid by every manufacturer and dealer to show their cars! Thanks! Going to Mazda tomorrow!
Thank you for your awesome video. I currently own a 2016 Kia Soul I will be selling next month due to The Kia Boys Tik Tok challenge. My car was vandalized 4 times by the Kia Boys😢 currently hiding my car until I come up with down-payment, my insurance company may not renew my policy. I am on a budget and I think The Cx30 may be an affordable option. I am in The DMV area I might check out this dealership. ❤ your video.
I actually do appreciate the fact that you are doing reviews on all kinds of cars. I came to find out that there are brands that I would’ve never consider before watching your videos and now are highly rated on my next car wish list.
I have had my CX-30 for a little more than a day and love it. The six-speed automatic with manual mode is definitely a plus. Mazda has the best price to performance ratio out there.
Appreciate your thorough knowledge & experience w/ Mazda. Great presentation! THANK YOU THANK YOU for reviewing a base model 😅😅😅. A refreshing rarity for sure. Please compare or do a video on BASE big brother CX-5 . Again, thank you for BASE model info
I was about to buy this suv until I found out that you cannot turn the traction control off, not good when going through deeper snow, come on Mazda, why?????
I was looking for compact suv under 25k with awd and this has all that. I liked the crosstreck but i like this more better styling better speakers more horse power on of my gripes about the crosstreck is the 150 hp slow going engine and boxer engines are not as hardy as others. This has 190 hp without a turbo best in class in my opinion and no cvt which are slow and suck. I also like the styling much better and the knobs i don't like infotainment systems to much to deal with while driving. Thanks for your reviews they are the best.🎉
👍🏻. Nice review Speed. Mazda definitely makes good looking Auto's. What would we drive without the affordable Japanese Blue collar daily's. We would be left with cheap domestic crap or expensive European crap.
We were about to get the Toyota Corolla SE, but checking you video it a Mazda CX-30 now, Yes the Corolla has a CVT trans and researched how bad it was,
I just bought a base cx30 2 weeks ago I had considered a Corolla but they wanted the same out the door price for the base Corolla I figured the cx30 being AWD was much more of a vehicle and I love it
@@lennylee6528How do you like it so far? My 2017 Toyota Corolla was just totaled. I was considering a Corolla Hybrid, but my friend has geared me towards a pre-owned Mazda CX-30.
My only reservation is with all wheel drive if one tire goes on you you have to replace all of them. That will cost you anywhere between five to $600. That’s ridiculous.
Went to a Mazda dealership on 4/6/24 to check out a brand new CX-30. Right off the bat the car would not unlock on the driver's side after numerous "clicks". The embarrassed salesman had to go to the rider's side to reach across to open the driver''s door. We instantly ruled this car out because what even if the driver's side wouldn't have opened and with no door key option what would you do???? Reliability at mileage "0" is a major issue. I am afraid to buy any Mazda product.
@@lennylee6528 Agree. But a new car on the lot having issues right off the bat turned us away from Mazda completely. Having quality issues immediately day zero is a very bad signal that Mazda has chose very low reliability components to maximize every possible penny of profit. They use to make a great product back in the 70's but not now.
You're correct, the seat is painfully uncomfortable for me, 6', 250lbs; digs into rump and thighs. Test drove one and was surprised at how much I disliked. The engine is loud and coarse, the transmission shifts oddly, the infotainment is a disaster, a 6' person can't fit in the back, can't tow anything, I did like all the soft touch surfaces though. Bought a Crosstrek. I like how the CVT always instantly and smoothly provides the best ratio for every driving situation.
@@703Speed Your a solid auto journalist, but do you believe the Mazda infotainment system is easy to adopt just image each new driver has to learn that feel and touch if the rotary knob. Just put a Touchscreen in Mazda, ease of use.......
I've used a touchscreen in a Toyota prius prime and hated it. If you have any oil or lotion on your hands, your screen ends up looking like a grimy mess. The other thing that drove me crazy while the car was moving was how if you try to touch a selection and suddenly have to make a maneuver, you end up slipping to another unintended selection. This, for me, was not only irritating but distracting.
@@wendy5006 You have a touchscreen cellphone, right? It gets oily and fingerprints and you clean it with a microfiber cloth that's easy. The rotary knob is a joke and so outdated in 2024.......
Knobs and buttons are always a good thing. We don't always need screens. I like this.
Exactly. If a screen malfunctions or breaks you can't control shit
@@tombogaert1015 yep very true. We have a 74 chevy and the gauges still work.
I considered the Subaru Crosstrek, Toyota RAV4/Corolla Cross/C-HR, Lexus UX, Hyundai Santa Cruz, Honda CRV and a few other vehicles. Ultimately, I went with the Mazda CX-30. It just offered more power, premium (near-luxury) quality and safety that I wanted at a much better price point. I've had it for 5000 miles now. It is amazing to drive! I didn't expect to love Mazda as much as I do now!
How is the manual AC. Do you think is a big minus in S model?
@@Sugarsalty763 No, it`s not.
Mazda gives extra attention to the little details, and it shows.
Your videos are so informative and detailed. I love how you explain every knob and button, from beeping the horn and for telling us the ground clearance of the car, which is important when that's a buying issue for some people! So thank you very much!! ❤ Your thoroughness is extraordinary and very much appreciated! 👍👏👏
Great review. You are the person I found who does a lot of Base models.
CX30. Is a great value in base form. I definitely would buy this Cx30. Thanks again
I’d take this over a crosstrek
If you don’t have people riding in back seat
If you ever have to drive through deeper snow go crosstrek, you cant turn off the traction control on the cx-30
Hell yes no CVT! And a naturally aspirated 2.5 which is a timing chain engine last I knew - no timing belts, no turbos, normal transmission. Thankfully someone still builds a reliable and affordable nice vehicle. Great job Mazda! You haven’t followed the herd into overpriced/fancy quality disasters!
But is there cylinder deactivation???
Is the turbo really a bad thing? I'm going to do some Mazda in test drives soon. Does the turbo hurt reliability or something?
@@MrBacchus18 Many say turbos dont last as long. Also, the CX30 with turbo has poor economy for its class (and needs premium fuel). No denying it is fast though.
@@chriswright9096 I do worry about long term but Mazda does claim you can run in 87 it just makes less power
Thanks for reviewing the base model!
My wife bought a Mazda CX-30 GT AWD Turbo and it is very nice, perfect size, lots of tech, excellent ride, silly fast and great room for our little family. We have always owned Mazda and I can't see that ever changing for us.
Mazda makes very nice looking cars. 2.5 N/A engine is huge advanage. Congrats for almost 30K Subs. Greetings
I have loved Mazda for a very long time. I worked for them for about 10 years. I was very proud of them when they said no to the CVT craze.
You are better than the Mazda Sales Associate, very details, I am looking forward for a test drive. Good job🎉
I watch a lot of these reviews being a car guy and I gotta tell you, you do a great review. Well done!
No cvt, no turbo charged, right engine choice + transmission 👌 could take it as daily
Enjoyable and extremely thorough review.
Great review Kenny! In my opinion, Mazda outshines the others with great looks and upscale looking interiors. For the money you are getting a lot. I had a flash of Mazda's Zoom Zoom ads back in the day. Hope you are doing great!
Haha - agreed
Great job as usual.Mazda is a good value in the lower trims
Great thorough review. It’s on my very short list as my inclement weather & city dweller/long commute traveler for a couple of reasons. It’s AWD and it has an automatic👍! Mazda FTW!
Awesome job Kenny.
I just bought this same exact car and I’m loving it
How 🤔 much are they, base price?
I paid 26189 out the door but it was only the very base model but I love it
How is the manual AC. Do you think is a big minus in S model?
We just purchased one. Not a cvt!
Very good review! You've pointed out some of the features in the front of the car that none of the other videos that I've watched have done. Super comprehensive detailing of the Mazda CX-30's pros and cons! Zoom Zoom!!
More detailed review of the base model than expected. Keep up the great work!
Best and most accurate review. I just leased the base model. It’s great. I was sorry to give up my 2009 Mazda 6 which was still running great after 15 years. Now I’m glad. This car is awesome
Just bought one of these in black. Ridiculously good value for the money
How is the manual AC. Do you think is a big minus in S model?
Awesome video! I appreciate all the detail & extra info on the CX30 you provided vs others I’d watched. Thank you.
Leasing the same model in a 2025. It’s fabulous. It has more than I need, but no complaints. Just gave up my 2009 Mazda 6 which was still running great at 150,000 miles
One correction, the base model is only 6 speakers for the sound system. Carbon Editions will give you 8 speakers. The premium and premium plus will give you the 12-speaker Bose setup.
The shitty part? All 6 speakers are in front.
Hey. I just found your channel and subscribed. I love base/lower trim level car reviews just like this one! When all the extras and frills are removed, it's up to the car to show just how good (or bad) it is! Thanks again and looking forward to watching more!
I have a 2023 Crosstrek for a company car. After driving the Mazda the Crosstrek seems like a piece of junk! I would take the Mazda over a Subaru any day!!!!!!
Can you review the crosstrek base? Keep it up man love the content.
Darn - here I am thinking I reviewed all the Crosstreks - but I haven't done the base yet.. I'll get on that
I love my cx30 aka my dirty 30, but in all honesty the rear seats are nearly un usable.
Thank you very much. This is the video that I really want to watch because everybody else talking about something else not about this car. I will buy one again thank you very much. I really like you video.
Fantastic review. I test dove the 2024 Sport and Select. The brakes felt like old school drum brakes that need adjusting! So surprised. The first gear at low speed, does a wierd laggy thing. No 12V outlets. Otherwise great value. Please test drive one if anyone is thinking of just ordering and buying one or buying one via an online service. The soft brakes were on both vehicles. Maybe a Mazda thing? Unfortunately it was a deal breaker for me. They look fantastic and I know some people hate the screen situation but I actually liked keeping my arm down and eyes up when scrolling around. Another reason to test drive and physically crawl in it.
Very detailed review...thanks for going over all of the interior features so thoruoghly...appreciate all the info.!
thanks for reviewing the base, very helpful 👍
"I'm HAPPY it is NOT a CVT . . . "
Haha
It’s one the main reasons I’m interested in this vehicle plus the turbo.
I think the best value for the CX30 is the 2.5S Select Sport, just 1 trim level above the base model, comes with advanced keyless entry, dual zone A/C, rear air vents, rain sensing auto wipers , leatherette seats for $1505 more.
And larger wheels, which is why we went for the sport. We love it!
And tinted second row and back windows.
Absolutely incredibly detailed review of this Mazda. Freakin awesome! You should get paid by every manufacturer and dealer to show their cars! Thanks! Going to Mazda tomorrow!
I Love that Mazda has this combination for a CUV. Great review, sir!
Fantastic review Kenny
Thank you for your awesome video. I currently own a 2016 Kia Soul I will be selling next month due to The Kia Boys Tik Tok challenge. My car was vandalized 4 times by the Kia Boys😢 currently hiding my car until I come up with down-payment, my insurance company may not renew my policy. I am on a budget and I think The Cx30 may be an affordable option. I am in The DMV area I might check out this dealership.
❤ your video.
How did it work out for you?
@mapple34 I bought a 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES. Mazda CX30 not enough leg room for backseat passengers.
I actually do appreciate the fact that you are doing reviews on all kinds of cars. I came to find out that there are brands that I would’ve never consider before watching your videos and now are highly rated on my next car wish list.
Amazing video Kenny and this is my first car.
Great review thanks to you all your instructions. You don’t need a owners manual. How much does a CX-30 weight, compared to a CX-50 weight
I have had my CX-30 for a little more than a day and love it. The six-speed automatic with manual mode is definitely a plus. Mazda has the best price to performance ratio out there.
Nice review on a nice average Joe vehicle. Thumbs up. Peace bro.
Thanks Michael
Appreciate your thorough knowledge & experience w/ Mazda. Great presentation! THANK YOU THANK YOU for reviewing a base model 😅😅😅. A refreshing rarity for sure. Please compare or do a video on BASE big brother CX-5 . Again, thank you for BASE model info
Awesome review! I learned a lot about the vehicle. I purchased one and your video was very informative, simple and appreciated!
just picked up a base model today...Zoom Zoom
Nice review. Wish you the best. You got talent.
Excellent review.
Thankyou for the clear explanation of the C X 30.
There was a time when a key fob was keyless entry…
Thanks for the great video. Straight to the point no bs & finally a thorough look at the Mazda CX-30 Select.👍
My man, good video.
I wish they added tinted rear windows for the base. And it would have been nice if it was built in Japan.
Nice review. And yes, CVT SUX. Love my Subaru, except that cvt. Hello Mazda.
I was about to buy this suv until I found out that you cannot turn the traction control off, not good when going through deeper snow, come on Mazda, why?????
I was looking for compact suv under 25k with awd and this has all that. I liked the crosstreck but i like this more better styling better speakers more horse power on of my gripes about the crosstreck is the 150 hp slow going engine and boxer engines are not as hardy as others. This has 190 hp without a turbo best in class in my opinion and no cvt which are slow and suck. I also like the styling much better and the knobs i don't like infotainment systems to much to deal with while driving. Thanks for your reviews they are the best.🎉
👍🏻. Nice review Speed. Mazda definitely makes good looking Auto's. What would we drive without the affordable Japanese Blue collar daily's. We would be left with cheap domestic crap or expensive European crap.
Can you talk about the 2 usbs
on the madza cx30 S 2024 preferred trim? Are they usb c or usb a. Thanks
We were about to get the Toyota Corolla SE, but checking you video it a Mazda CX-30 now, Yes the Corolla has a CVT trans and researched how bad it was,
I just bought a base cx30 2 weeks ago I had considered a Corolla but they wanted the same out the door price for the base Corolla I figured the cx30 being AWD was much more of a vehicle and I love it
@@lennylee6528How do you like it so far? My 2017 Toyota Corolla was just totaled. I was considering a Corolla Hybrid, but my friend has geared me towards a pre-owned Mazda CX-30.
Nice looking and appears to be well built but is low to the ground.
Power doesn’t Mazda have 191 h.p. As compared to Honda CRV which is 142 h.p.?
Hell yeah, no cvt
Refreshing content
The blind spot on the driver side is bad. It is basic that there is no ac vent in the back seat. Other than that it's a good car.
Thank you for this video
Nice and Informative like it,,,
A real manual option over the automatic transmission would be even better. And what's with the ugly free colors?
Agree on the colours. Very limited choices after the usual black/white/grey.
I wish the sport came with heated seats.
Happy 4 no CVT.
what trims have wireless carplay?
is there a wireless phone charger?
Does it have remote start?
are driving in Navan?
My only reservation is with all wheel drive if one tire goes on you you have to replace all of them. That will cost you anywhere between five to $600. That’s ridiculous.
They say that, but you’re fine just replacing 2
@@703Speed Thanks
Why does it jingle 5-6 times when starting??? Geez that's annoying
Does it???
considered a cx30 premium but you can't get Homelink even at the more expensive premium level
You can have the dealer install. Maybe around $500.
Yep I had the auto-dim mirror/homelink installed at my dealer for $450
Great review
CX-30 does not handle well with that torsion beam.
Thank you.
Went to a Mazda dealership on 4/6/24 to check out a brand new CX-30. Right off the bat the car would not unlock on the driver's side after numerous "clicks". The embarrassed salesman had to go to the rider's side to reach across to open the driver''s door. We instantly ruled this car out because what even if the driver's side wouldn't have opened and with no door key option what would you do???? Reliability at mileage "0" is a major issue. I am afraid to buy any Mazda product.
There is a hidden lock under the driver handle and a hidden key in the key fob that opens the door 🙏🏼
@@lennylee6528 Agree. But a new car on the lot having issues right off the bat turned us away from Mazda completely. Having quality issues immediately day zero is a very bad signal that Mazda has chose very low reliability components to maximize every possible penny of profit. They use to make a great product back in the 70's but not now.
I have had CVTs in many cars and never had an issue. I like the improved gas mileage and smoothness of the CVT.
Good Info,,,
Kool truck..
Base model Miata homie
No Turbo. No CVT.
I have to say those wheels are just too small
You're correct, the seat is painfully uncomfortable for me, 6', 250lbs; digs into rump and thighs. Test drove one and was surprised at how much I disliked. The engine is loud and coarse, the transmission shifts oddly, the infotainment is a disaster, a 6' person can't fit in the back, can't tow anything, I did like all the soft touch surfaces though. Bought a Crosstrek. I like how the CVT always instantly and smoothly provides the best ratio for every driving situation.
I bought one and was very unhappy with the seats at first, but after a month, they broke in and now feel really good.
Cladding 😮😮made it this car ugly😂
Unfortunately the (WORST) infotainment system in the auto industry with that outdated rotary knob, Mazda put a Touchscreen in the CX 30.........
You think? It's definitely no where near the worst from my experience
@@703Speed Your a solid auto journalist, but do you believe the Mazda infotainment system is easy to adopt just image each new driver has to learn that feel and touch if the rotary knob. Just put a Touchscreen in Mazda, ease of use.......
I've used a touchscreen in a Toyota prius prime and hated it. If you have any oil or lotion on your hands, your screen ends up looking like a grimy mess. The other thing that drove me crazy while the car was moving was how if you try to touch a selection and suddenly have to make a maneuver, you end up slipping to another unintended selection. This, for me, was not only irritating but distracting.
@@wendy5006 You have a touchscreen cellphone, right? It gets oily and fingerprints and you clean it with a microfiber cloth that's easy. The rotary knob is a joke and so outdated in 2024.......
2023/2024 version has a touchscreen, you just need to activate it in options@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8
Does is have that cylinder deactivation doing on?