2020 Mazda CX-30 | Family Review

[@masterworm1]

Micah, you are one of the most thorough reviewers on KZbin. You point out things that other reviewers typically miss, like how high the belt-line is on the car, or the issues you had when putting in a child seat. You're doing and amazing job and I appreciate the time and effort your put into these reviews.

[@MicahMuzio]

UM3W We’ll keep plugging away making videos. But it’s MUCH easier to keep churning with support like yours. Thanks for the kind words!

[@zacknrudi]

I am a Mazda fan and wish there was a dealership closer to where I live, but, that cladding is too disproportionate to the rest of the body and the gaps between the top of the tires/wheels and the wheel arches are horrendous! I think the cladding really exacerbates it! I do enjoy and appreciate your approach to car reviews and look forward to the next one.

[@scot_smith]

“Yo yo, here in my thirty, feeling kinda flirty, cruisin’ at 8 and 4 the elbows no hurty... uh uh... take a look at my ride, ain’t it really purty?” Practically writes itself! ...I’ll show myself out...

[@MicahMuzio]

Scot Smith It’s a hit!! 😆

[@shvkap]

Please jk lol

[@brentm.871]

Mazda Red is the best red 😍

[@demoncleaner80]

Micah, I watched car reviews for about 5 years until I was finally able to get a new vehicle (2020 4Runner TRD Off-Road, which I think you just did a video on!) -- I've unsubbed to ALL of the review channels I followed for years, except yours. Even though I'm not looking anymore, your videos are always enjoyable to watch. Keep it up.

[@MicahMuzio]

It’s a true joy making videos with my wife and kid. Doubly so when reading kind comments like yours. Cheers!

[@Karma33444]

Omg 🤦🏼‍♀️I do the same thing but I don’t watch car shows I watch home show maybe because I wanna new home👍🏼🤗

[@Soh90]

I tested the CX-30 and was oddly disappointed. Key takeaways are: The car is tiny. Not much bigger than the CX-3. And at 6ft, I cannot sit behind myself, let alone put a car seat back there. The trunk is also tiny. Definitely among the smallest in class and I don’t care what the numbers say lol. I couldn’t even put my daughters stroller back there (she has a Nuna stroller). Material quality is good, but build quality is suspect. The center console jiggles when pressed, door panels squeak and warp just by pressing on it as well, and the arm rest use the same squishy material used in old Buick’s that crack after normal wear and scratch your elbow every time you try to rest your arm. Ask me how I know lol. I do LOVE the styling of the CX-30 both inside and out and I love that Mazda offers the more powerful 2.5L motor as standard. But for me, buying this car would be a mistake. The CX-5 has much better build quality and is much bigger for not much more. The C-HR and HR-V aren’t as pretty but are more spacious and I think the C-HR has better build quality as well. This subcompact segment as a whole doesn’t make much sense to me though so, whatever I guess.

[@MicahMuzio]

Cecil L I love getting other perspectives on the cars we review. Thanks for the rundown!

[@matthirn7858]

Another great family ride along. You are right about that Mazda red. Turns my head anytime I see it on a sunny day.

[@MarkKeinath]

As a 64 year old with an older hubby with Parkinson's, I've been looking at this type of vehicle to make it easier for him to get in and out. I took my 2005 Mazda 6 Wagon, (which I still love to drive!) in for service at the dealer (airbag recall, AGAIN!) and I checked out the CX 30. Great interior, but the seat seemed narrow to me. And as you pointed out Micah, a very high belt line. I'm sure it does drive like a Mazda, but I have a hard time getting past those other issues. Perhaps if I were about 30 years younger!! I love watching your videos though, and what a treat to see your sweet wife!! Keep doing what you do Micah!!

[@Emissary52]

Evie is a genius! She's so right about the Blind Spot Monitor. They make you go up a trim level or buy an expensive option package on almost every new vehicle out there, to get it. Be nice to her Micah or I suspect we'll see Evie on Consumer Report's "Talking Cars", sitting with the other lady engineers! 😊

[@theMLBfan]

With a lower belt line and far less cladding this could've been a really appealing compact CUV.

[@EvendimataE]

i agree.....its almost like a jaguar

[@michaels999]

Yup

[@gwgrote5]

I can't believe how fast LiL Muzio is growing up. Soon she'll be driving and her father will be stuck as a "backseat driver".....preferably; in a third row somewhere. I love the family reviews. As always, a great review which is informative and quite enjoyable.

[@TalismanPHX]

Micah, so glad you asked! Positively hate the body cladding! Reminds me of a 80s Pontiac. I'd opt for the Mazda 3 hatchback in that amazing Soul Red.

[@cuneyt4313]

Hello from me to the Muzios, from all the way from Turkey 🇹🇷

[@ChaosinFallout]

I know this is a year late but i have watched a ton of videos in the last couple months looking at this car and you are Literally the only channel that has a car seat in the video including a 3 to 4 yr old that is the same height as my 3 yr old son. I can finally see how he would fit in the vehicle. I may get one now. liked and subbed because of this. that and because you and your wife remind me of Paul Rudd and Velma from scooby.

[@MicahMuzio]

First, I appreciate you kind comment. I’m glad we could help! Second, your Paul Rudd / Velma comment earned a legit LOL from me and my wife. Cheers!

[@ChaosinFallout]

@@MicahMuzio awesome,I’m legit lol. I am in steady find a new car mode and you are my new favorite car review channel because of the family reviews. Some cars are so hard to visualize a toddler in the back seat.

[@MicahMuzio]

@@ChaosinFallout As the parent of a former toddler, I completely understand.

[@radudeATL]

Evie totally knows what she's talking about! #wheee 18:04

[@conceptcs]

Love the new CX30. I don't mind the cladding on the side. If you really do, just to paint it body color.

[@Kingthin]

Mazda does not do wrong!! great cars!!

[@fakedazzleful]

Mazda need to really to make cars look different. All their cars from Mazda3 to cx9 have the same front style. But if a company like Toyota do it everyone will say they all look the same

[@Lightsout565x]

So here's the thing, the length of the CX-30 is 173", Mazda3 Hatch 175.6", Mazda3 Sedan 183". I feel like they could make the CX-30 just a 2-4" longer to give rear passengers more room. I feel like it's just a tad bit too compromised compared to the competition.

[@jeffhebert9643]

If this is too small ....get a cx5 , problem solved .

[@inodesnet]

With regards to the car seat… Mazda headrests have a carve out of the back and can be inserted backwards for times when car seats are inserted. This way its still in place but doesn’t impact the car seat placement. The only headrests it doesn’t do this for are the 3rd row auto fold headrests in the CX-8 (Asia/Australia) and the CX-9 (Nth America/Australia)

[@macmichaelhenson-rogers9850]

Love the family reviews. Keep it up!

[@MicahMuzio]

MacMichael Henson-Rogers Thanks for watching!

[@NickMcC]

Micah your family is so precious! And Lil Muzio is the most photogenic kid! Great content as always!

[@bassandtrebleclef]

That black plastic by the window switches is already scratched up. On a new car. Wow.

[@andrewhillman9632]

Another great review, thank you guys. Hope everyone is safe and healthy.

[@JBLynch]

Unlike a lot of folks, the body cladding doesn't bother me after owning a Honda Element. Finally got to sit in one of these, but haven't yet driven. Not a fan of the blue interior accents. Also felt a cheapness in the opening/closing of the center console. Seating will take some getting used to...feels a bit low to me for the car being of a more elevated stance. Also sat in the CX3, which appeared to have the higher seating and oddly, felt higher off the ground. Seats in the CX3 feel like they could leave bruises...very stiff bolster on the sides of the seats like a sports car. Overall view and seating felt totally comfortable in CX5--nice ground clearance. Going to really have to sit down when the time comes to buy a new car and make a decision. Like all three of these offerings from Mazda. Want to see how the CX30 progresses as a future offering.

[@speedfiend925]

Ok so when I was growing up the Geo Storm was considered a cool pocket rocket comparable to a Honda CRX. You need to put out requests for a Geo Storm so you can REVIEW ONE! 😎

[@DJBiv788]

It’s really cute and funny how your daughter smiles on the hard corner.

[@MicahMuzio]

Oh, man. I'm so glad our kiddo appreciates car-related fun. :)

[@deet4895]

I left foot break as well, most of the people that i carry in my car thinks it's weird, to which i tell them that's how race-car drivers drive, and it's the most efficient way to operate the pedals.

[@trenlay]

Because of your review, i bought a CX-30 premium last Friday and it's amazing!

[@MicahMuzio]

That’s awesome, Trinlay. Congrats!!

[@kencoleman8929]

Great video as always! I really like Mazdas, but this one does not "fit" me somehow. Love the new screen design, can't wait to see it implemented in 6 and CX9. I prefer a scroll wheel over a dirty screen and that's too much cladding used unimaginatively. The Muzios, however, are always a perfect fit. 👌👍👍

[@AproposAndy]

I'd like to believe Evie measures up well to the CX-30's balance of both fancy and fun. It's a perfect match assuming your daughter still fits in back once she's outgrown the car seat...

[@speedfiend925]

The Mazda lineup is starting to look like those Russian dolls that you stack inside one another. 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@2685544526855259]

victor bozzo ha ha ha this made me laugh, great observation 😂

[@johnnytampocao7671]

I don't mind the cladding I guess there's a reason for that, I just love this car. There are many weird designed cars than the cx-30 like the Kia Soul and the Nissan Juke and I bet you xc-30 is prettierthan those cars 👌👌👌

[@dabflies]

On my '19 Mazda 3 the lane keep is equally terrible. I have it turned off, so I get the notification, but there is no steering input. The neat thing is you can make the alert a steering wheel vibration instead of an annoying chime.

[@gforce2002]

As always, love the visit with you and your family! Puts a smile on my face every time. Don’t care for the cladding in the CX-30 - it’s too wide and featureless. It needs more texture or something.

[@zapzap562]

You know you can remove the headrest from the back seat

[@ryandoe9278]

So how was this car with the reverse facing baby seat? You mentioned about the time, but that’s it.

[@Unchainedmaple888]

Absolutely loved this!! Great job as always 👍 sounds like a CX-30 might be in the cards for your family ;) maybe if the Skyactiv X engine (which gets like 45 MPG) ever comes to the US it'll be even more compelling.

[@tconua777]

I've been looking at the Mazda 3 sedan premium package in soul red crystal, I didn't like the hatch (I test drove both for an hour each). I really like the Cx-30 haven't driven it yet but your review actually told me some things I wanted to know. 👍 Got 2 small dogs so I think it would be the perfect size for me.

[@inodesnet]

11:19 looks like an F/A-18 flying overhead

[@EvendimataE]

maybe body color body cladding will give it a more premium look

[@sunset3052]

So cute and sweet when Evie compliments about her lovely husband's broad shoulders. Wonderful family and all the best wishes and luck!

[@FlyGuy457]

Ok,,off to the dealership for Mazda number 7--through the years. Great review again. You touched on all the points I need to know about other than start stop issue. Now,,AWD just maybe useful to those of us in the Snowbelt, see my pic to show a ride home drift on car.

[@PatrickRKay]

Will you test drive the 2024

[@SpeedEng66]

I really wish the base has the option of blind spot monitoring. Like you guys said the essential package.. I for one don't care for the leatherette, 18" rims, dual climate control.. hell even vents for the back.. also vinyl steering wheel on the base feels cheap

[@masoodjamily]

Good morning thank you so much for all your videos I love your vibe you sound like a great person I love the way you present the cars and the way you judge them do you have a beautiful family and please keep doing all the videos you can I’m here to buy a new Mazda is my first time buying a Mazda so I have to decide if the x30 is the right car for me

[@douglasdietrich4174]

I love watching your videos. It's fun watching a family oriented video, even though I'm well beyond the young family point in life. Oh and Evie: she's just so darned cute!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Awesome video Micah! Y’all are the best! The dots sort of look brown to me! I can’t wait for y’all to get a Seltos!😸😻😸

[@robc7563]

Great review! I always loved Mazda and the CX-30 looks like a winner! Your wife and daughter are adorable. I was sorry not to find a review from you on the Mercedes A-220. Any chance you might do one?.

[@joshpinchuk7061]

Having the beltline higher, doesn't it make it safer in side impacts? If that's the case, it's worth the lack of your kid's visibility. Also I have a 2015 Mazda 3 and the brakes feel great. I have done one panic stop with them though, and I don't think it stopped in an impressively short distance. So although they feel great, I am not sure if they work as well as one might like. Also these Mazdas wear the rear pads at an unusual rate. That's another price you pay for the great feel.

[@MicahMuzio]

Actually yes. The CX-30 performed really well in crash tests, including side impact. Excellent remark! We have a bit more risk tolerance in the Muzio household but for those who favor maximum safety, the CX-30 is a great choice.

[@ast5515]

Pedal misuse is flooring the accelerator when trying to stop in a parking lot. Car makers should fix that.

[@The_Notorious_CRG]

Great video...thanks again Micah! I would appreciate a little bit less cladding, especially around the wheel wells. Waaaay too thicc.

[@MicahMuzio]

Carlo Garcia Just plastidip the cladding. Problem solved. 😎

[@ThatJPGamer]

How would you compare it to the new Kia Seltos? Both seem like great options

[@MicahMuzio]

Juan Andrés Having driven both I think the packaging and practicality of the Seltos is superior. While the CX-30 exudes a more premium vibe. For driving I’d go Mazda. For living with, I’d go Seltos.

[@corymacrae6051]

Theres a few settings for lane keep assist sensitivity so it will kick in sooner when approaching the line.

[@MicahMuzio]

I dug through the settings but couldn't find where to increase the sensitivity. Any suggestions on where I should be looking?

[@Tinrs80]

Im having a time with the name CX 30. i think thinking its the CX3. i know there different but names too close. Thanx for the review.

[@MicahMuzio]

Terriell Porter It’s getting hard to differentiate Mazda’s portfolio. The similar names do not help.

[@Algarinaruto]

Thanks for the incredible review, Micah! It’s helped me try to decide on a first car buy between this CX-30 and a Seltos. My only remarks on the CX-30 have been its infotainment system and lack of creative body colors. :/ But it really beats the Seltos on drive quality... Buying a car for the first time is really hard man! How do you decide??

[@ahlonkobruce7000]

I ended up going with the CX-30 2021 over the Seltos and did not regret anything. The complements came in right off the bat, the cost is a tad bit higher but you know you're getting better quality. I hope you made your decision and hopefully it was the CX-30

[@svolynets]

Thanks Micah! They've positioned it as more premium offering in the segment, but I'll be curious to see how well it does now that Seltos and other Hyundai/Kia b and c-class models are around. The competition will be hot for sure.

[@jpmccormac]

Since this review was a "Family Review" I was waiting for Evie to drive the CX-30 and hear her comments and opinions. Hmmmm?

[@MicahMuzio]

Because of tight scheduling we don’t always have time to get Evie behind the wheel. But we’ll try harder moving forward to do so. She had a valuable perspective. FYI, we got Evie in the driver seat of something BIG. Video coming soon!

[@macmanmpls]

Micah, I left foot brake as well. I have tried to learn the whole right foot brake thing but....nevermind.

[@MicahMuzio]

Left-foot 5!!!

[@luv2bottom]

Great review as always. This thing is horrible looking, the massive amount of body cladding is ridiculous. The info screen is way too small & looks very odd the way it sits into the dash. Might as well just get the CX5.

[@chrismcdowell9801]

love Micah's videos.

[@MicahMuzio]

Chris McDowell And we love your support. Cheers!

[@amnefoggo3888]

If u had to choose between kia niro and cx 30 which would u choose (for interior space, comfort, gas efficiency, layout)???

[@rkalla]

Well your family is just adorable - good on you guys.

[@nathanjosephsantos9749]

Wow didnt know you got your own channel. Subscribed! Love your reviews!

[@MicahMuzio]

Nathan Joseph Santos Welcome!

[@MichaelWebber]

What is Mazda's solution for intake valve deposits which seem so common with GDI fuel delivery?

[@Blueyo12]

Hey Micah, I appreciated you from your KBB videos and subbed to your channel recently from seeing your helicopter videos and now loving your car reviews. I appreciate your honest opinion on cars thank you! Please keep doing what you’re doing! One question, is it difficult (amount of time and money) to become a helicopter pilot??

[@MicahMuzio]

David T That’s very kind of you to say, man. Thanks! Regarding becoming a helicopter pilot, I won’t lie, it’s both difficult and expensive. I got my license back in 2008 so I’m not sure about current costs. But $15k for a private 🚁 license is a good ballpark figure.

[@MEAMERIE]

Seats are wrinkled already... how many miles are on it? I don’t think I’d buy one of these... probably would go Kona, or Seltos but hate that they hid the exhaust on there.

[@levigato125]

Scratches galore on the piano black door switches.

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

So, can I assume that since the 2.5 non turbo is also in the cx5 and it’s heavier than the cx30, it’s a dog of an engine for the cx5. Seems like it might be better in the 30. Is that right?

[@Hamza.s]

the audio needs improving

[@ovp66223]

my top 3 must haves in a new car, 1- COMFORTABLE (long drives) seats, 2 - ventilated seats (southeast is humid/hot 1/3 of the year) and 3 - High quality audio...not over-bassed or muddy (ie, no BEATS audio...yuck). I want high quality and the systems like Bowers and Wilkins, ELS (in the Acura RDX) and Bang and Olufsen are what I am most stoked about, just not sure I want to spend $50k on an auto. I will say, audio systems are light years better than the two and four speaker setups of the 80s and 90s. Those speakers were bad as well, shallow and tinny. We've come a long way. Also too many SUV/cars with uncomfortable seats. Bolstering that makes legs or ribs sore after just a few minutes or overly firm seats or overly flat seats. Every time i sit in a Volvo I am in love (seats-wise). Wish I could put Volvo seats in another vehicle. Maybe we'll be able to build a car/suv ala carte from various parts.

[@eduardoreinaque6603]

How is the front seat space with a rear-facing baby seat on the back?

[@jordanestes7132]

i don’t think anyone likes the body cladding...

[@jeffmorse645]

I don't like high belt lines and short windows. That's one styling fad that needs to die. I'd probably look at a Subaru Forester first just for its outward visibility, but whatever I buy I'd think long and hard as to whether I could put up with any obstructions long term. Bling spot warning doesn't make up for poor design.

[@ryvolt7943]

Micah at the end of your videos you should have your daughter give each vehicle some kind of rating! It would be cute to think of what she thinks from her perspective!

[@joshpinchuk7061]

I disagree, we should keep our kids out of the media. Sure have her in the video, but for your family safety, best to keep her out of the spotlight.

[@rayemanuel7460]

Personally, I'd spend the extra money and get the CX-5. Don't see the point in getting an SUV if it has no room in it.

[@fakedazzleful]

I dont see the point at all when the price is really not that different

[@LiveSimpol]

Does the rear-facing convertible seat fit on CX30?

[@grahamsteen7984]

Hello Micah! Many thanks for your videos. Your material is as hysterically funny as it is informative. A quick aside question; Would you [or your KBB colleagues] be aware of whether or not a Subaru Truck will become a reality? Any comments on the matter would be appreciated. Kind Regards, Graham.

[@MicahMuzio]

Graham Steen I’ve heard no specific info about a Subaru truck. For now we can just hope and dream.

[@grahamsteen7984]

Good Morning Micah! Thank you for your response. Very keen to know if and when Subaru may enter an emerging personal truck market [like the Honda Ridgeline & upcoming Hyundai Santa Cruz]. Please keep up your terrific work both here, and with your good buddies at KBB! Kindly, Graham.

[@pauldenali6367]

Looks like you can't fold the rear seats down anywhere near flat without them hitting the front seats unless you are quite short and the front seats are up pretty far. Is this the case? I am just under 6ft tall and wonder if this would be a problem.

[@redroadstar2366]

I'd advise moving the front seat forward or removing the headrests before putting the rear seats down. You can move the front seats back again to the furthest setting after folding the rear seats down.

[@wscott9779]

Don't like body cladding. Will fade in a few years and be a dull gray.

[@DévBoxLife]

How the straight pipe guys have the visor test. I goto your channel for the "elbow test" there is no other reviewer who seems to care about that! 😄 Even at kkb I try to find your videos as you mention that, why dont your co-worker? Does no one care about relaxed driving position? 🤔 Two questions: On the cx-30 you said 8 and 4 position are good what about the 10 and 2? Also was looking at the passat review and it wasn't clear if you liked the eblow comfort on it? You went into why it doesn't ratchet. Which I agree I wish it did. But how is that elbow test?

[@sayandebbhattacharyya355]

Could you do a 2020 CRV Touring review please?

[@MicahMuzio]

Sayan Deb Bhattacharyya Yup. I’ve added it to the list!

[@fridaybestroblox1679]

9:01 Siri on my phone activated...

[@freed14760]

Are we braking up?

[@freed14760]

Brake brake brake

[@michaellopour7409]

Is the headrest reversible? Still suboptimal but at least it's not loose.

[@joshpinchuk7061]

Does any car manufacturer make a reversible headrest?

[@jaliyahsutton]

Can you do a review of the Toyota chr

[@MicahMuzio]

Yup! I’ll add it to the list.

[@chrisstocke5078]

FAMILY FUN TIME 🤗❤️.. Great in-depth review👍.. Love you guys too pieces!! With the family friendly iguana😅 .. I want to go on a Road Trip with you guys 😂.. Remember People, “ Too Stay alive, You must Subscribe”!! 😅❤️👍

[@jeremyt6049]

The cladding ruins the look for me. I like everything else about this vehicle except the cladding.

[@catl8498]

Y'all are the cutest.

[@ericlopez9272]

I dont know, I think it needs more side cladding

[@hpppp850]

Visibility poor behind!

[@bmohandas]

Did you actually buy it

[@MicahMuzio]

We did not. But we might have a new Muzio family SUV in the near future.

[@drea177cha5er]

Sensibird too much with little muzio in the back

[@tekielrichards2454]

she got the 500 bucks !!!!!! yaaaaay

[@periodt4651]

HII!!!!

[@MicahMuzio]

Fabrizio Colandrea Sup!!!

[@EvendimataE]

why worry about that part when the door is open......how many % of the time is the door of your car open.....oh i have a good solution for your problem.....close your eyes every time you open the front doors...LOL

[@ScooniePenn10]

Lil Muzio > Lil Wayne.

[@MicahMuzio]

I wish I could love this twice.

[@billyshannon6454]

Let your wife drive!!!!!!!!!

[@crisangelafanador557]

It has 0 dislieks so imma disliek lol

[@MicahMuzio]

Crisangel Afanador There’s always at least 1. 😄

[@witsendcottage595]

Not buying...... made in Mexico. Missing too many creature comforts.....heated steering wheel, heads up display, ventilated seats, panoramic sunroof, electric folding mirrors,...info screen placement looks dated.

[@joshpinchuk7061]

Of all the features you mentioned, can you get all of them in the low $30k segment?

[@serbzero]

Dude, you're talking 40k+ car lol