Comparison - Mazda CX-30 Skyactiv-X Sport Lux 2020 - vs - Subaru Solterra Touring 2023

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Average Price: 
£
30,795
Updated: 
14 Sep 2019
$
51,995
Updated: 
19 Jun 2022
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2023
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
6-speed Automatic
1-speed Direct Drive
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
13.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
arctic white solid
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snowflake white pearlescent
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sonic silver metallic
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deep crystal blue mica
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polymetal grey metallic
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jet black mica
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machine grey metallic
#838486
soul red crystal metallic
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Color: 
Harbor Mist Gray Pearl
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Elemental Red Pearl
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Smoked Carbon
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Cosmic White Pearl
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Harbor Mist Gray Pearl Two-Tone
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Elemental Red Pearl Two-Tone
#CC545F

Electric

Battery: 
72.8 kWh
Full Charge Range: 
222mi
Full Charge Time: 
11 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V
Top Speed: 
127mph
110mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
6.50s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Perhaps we need to stop calling these cars SUVs, because the new Mazda CX-30 is really just a Mazda 3 on stilts, and all the better for it.

Pros
Excellent dynamics
Interior fit and finish
Audio and infotainment system
Active safety features
Exterior and interior design, practical, makes more sense than a Mazda 3

Cons
Ride felt a tad firm (European spec)
Expected price premium over the Mazda 3
Infotainment housing a little old school
Fits four adults at best

By: 
caradvice.com.au

Slotting into the Mazda SUV lineup in the narrow space between the subcompact CX-3 and the compact CX-5 is the new—and curiously named—CX-30. Why isn't it called CX-4? We asked Mazda: It's kind of a long story. Regardless, we like the way it looks. Mazda's designers gave it a more severely forward-canted rear window and chunkier black-plastic body cladding to help differentiate the 2020 Mazda CX-30 from its other crossover siblings.The 2020 CX-30 shares much of its mechanicals and platform with the all-new Mazda 3 sedan and hatchback, so we expect it to have a 186-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, a six-speed automatic transmission and either front- or all-wheel drive. It's possible that Mazda's new gasoline-powered compression-ignition engine—which the company calls Skyactiv-X—is likely to be available in the CX-30 at some point down the road.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Good car, the Mazda CX-30. Handles well, looks smart and has a lovely interior. But as is always the case with crossovers – the conventional car on which it’s based (in this case the Mazda3 hatchback) is the sensible buy.

Pros
Good-looking,
decent to drive,
lovely interior.

Cons
Cramped rear,
old-fashioned auto.

By: 
topgear.com

Pros
All-wheel drive is standard,
actually capable when the blacktop ends,
finally an EV option for Subie fans.

Cons
Not a lot of cargo space,
charging capability isn't particularly quick,
rivals offer more driving range.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Solid off-road capabilities
Comfortable, quiet ride

Cons
Shorter driving range than many rivals
Bland interior

By: 
usnews.com

Pros
More ground clearance than most EVs
Quiet and comfortable
Good feature content even on base models

Cons
Higher MSRP than base Forester or Ascent
No frunk
Elevated floor can be uncomfortable in the rear seat

By: 
motortrend.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Electric
Fuel Economy Info: 
mpg (l/100km)Low/Extra High/Combined-31.4 (9.0)/39.2 (7.2)/40.4 (7.0)
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Electric

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
Torque: 
165ft-lbs
at 3 000rpm
249ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
177hp
at 6 000rpm
215hp
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
17.30Feet
36.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Audio, Bluetooth and cruise controls on steering wheel
Multi-function steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) (Automatic features Stop & Go function)
Interior Lighting: Front & rear with LED lighting
Engine start / stop button
Steering wheel-mounted audio and Bluetooth® controls
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Automatic parking assist
Adaptive cruise control
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
173.00in
184.60in
Width: 
70.60in
73.20in
Height: 
60.60in
65.10in
Ground Clearance: 
7.00in
8.30in
Front Track: 
61.60in
63.10in
Rear Track: 
61.60in
63.40in
Wheel Base: 
104.50in
112.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.00
38.60
Rear Head Room: 
38.30
37.10
Front Leg Room: 
41.60in
42.10in
Rear leg room: 
36.20in
35.30in
Front Hip Room: 
54.40in
Front Shoulder Room: 
55.50in
57.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
44.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
53.50in
56.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
14.90cu.ft
73.00cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1322lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
49.30cu.ft
38.30cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3430.00lbs
4505.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
no
yes
More Instruments: 
Glovebox with interior illumination
Roof mounted sunglasses holder
Colour 7-inch TFT display (provides speed, traffic signs and Mazda Radar Cruise Control information)
Odometer
Traction Battery Level,

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Smart keyless entry: Allows opening and locking of the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket or bag
12v Electrical power outlet: Located in center console
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Remote keyless power door locks
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Front passenger’s seat manual slide, recline and height adjustment
Driver’s seat, power tilt, slide, recline
height and lumbar adjustment with memory linked to Head-Up Display and driver side mirror
Heated with 3-stage setting
Stone Leather trim
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
8 -way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
6 -way manual passenger seat adjustment
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Ventilated driver seat
Ventilated passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Three height-adjustable head restraints
60:40 split fold down rear seats
Folding center armrest
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Heated Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Rear ventilation ducts
Multi-level heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Strut
Rear Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Double Wishbone
Suspension Info: 
Front Independent Suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual zone climate-controlled air-conditioning with rear air vents
Electric windows: Front and rear, with one-touch auto down / up
Sun visors: Driver’s and front passenger’s with covered vanity mirror and driver’s ticket holder
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Digital inside rearview mirror
Turn signal in mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
Integrated Bluetooth
hands-free calling
Audio transfer from Bluetooth® devices
8 speakers
single CD / MP3
8.8” TFT Colour centre display
2 USB Charging ports
Located between the driver and front passenger, the Multimedia Commander allows easy control of the advanced connectivity and infotainment system, with information displayed on the 8.8" colour centre screen, includes a separate volume control dial
12.3" Multimedia System
11 speaker system w/576 watt equivalent maximum output amplifier
multi-touch gesture high resolution display screen
Subaru Solterra Connect intelligent assistant includes dual-zone voice control system w/driver and passenger headliner microphone
steering wheel talk switch,
steering wheel control switches for audio system and Bluetooth, USB A input/charge port and illuminated dual USB C input/charge port
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Turn-By-Turn Navigation Directions
4 Months of provided satellite radio service
1 subwoofer(s)
576 watts stereo output

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Front, rain-sensing wipers with adjustable speed
Sunroof: Power tilt and slide
Rear lights:Signature LED rear combination lights with LED rear turn lights
Roof Rack Rails
Lip Spoiler
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18"
20 X 7.5
Wheels more: 
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
215.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
ventilated discs
Front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid disc
Rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
e-Call with GPS: Provides a manual or automated message to the emergency services following an accident or sudden illness which includes the vehicles precise location within Europe.
Emergency Stop Signalling System
Emergency tyre repair kit
G-Vectoring Control Plus (GVC Plus): Provides better handling and a smoother ride. Aids in emergency avoidance manoeuvres and offers more control in various situations.
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
Intelligent Speed Assist (ISA)
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) with Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
Thatcham Accredited alarm and immobiliser
Seatbelts: Front, 3-point (ELR) x 2 with pre-tensioners • • • • • Rear, 3-point (ELR)
Seatbelt reminder audible warning: Driver, passenger and rear seats
Lane Tracing Assist
Side Impact Beams
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) Blind Spot
Lane Departure Prevention Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Departure Prevention Lane Departure Warning
Collision Mitigation-Front
Evasion Assist
EyeSight Pre-Collision Braking w/Intersection Collision Avoidance Support
Aerial View Camera System
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
4-wheel ABS
Self-leveling headlights
LED headlamp
Turn signal mirrors
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system

Options

Exterior Options: 
Door Edge Guards - Elemental Red Pearl
Accessory Activity Mount
Door Edge Guards - Smoked Carbon
Door Edge Guards - Cosmic White Pearl
Door Edge Guards - Harbor Mist Gray Pearl
Door Edge Guards - Galactic Black
Interior Options: 
All-Weather Floor Liners
Cargo Tray
Cargo Net

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leatherette
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Gray/Blue, leatherette
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