Pros Looks and feels more expensive than it is. Quiet and relaxing to drive
Cons The battery eats into rear space. Safety kit should be standard
Pros Quiet on the move Decently roomy cabin Brilliant infotainment
Cons Compromised boot space Rear seat uncomfortable Range isn't as good as hoped
Pros Great on-board tech Premium feel Decent range
Cons Smaller boot than GLA Not particularly quick Rivals have better charging capability
The 2020 Mazda CX-30 comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.The CX-30 is an all-new vehicle sized between a subcompact and a small SUV.Part of the first CX-30 generation introduced for 2020.
Pros Sharp styling More interior refinement than rivals Standard advanced safety features
Cons No optional engine offered
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.
The 2020 Mazda CX-30 is a right-sized small crossover with good looks that’s the most fun to drive among its competitors.
Pros Gorgeous looks Capable powertrain Better sized for U.S. Standard safety suite.
Cons Expensive for its class Frustrating options packages No touchscreen... ...no kidding
