2021 Mazda CX-30 - This Fun and Stylish SUV gets a New Turbo Engine!

The new 2021 Mazda CX-30 is a Fun and Stylish subcompact SUV and gets a new New Turbo Engine as an option for 2021. Learn more about the newest SUV in Mazda's lineup including the interior, exterior, engine options, features and how it drives.
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[@__greg__]

This is very helpful, thanks for sharing! Looking forward to the CX-5 Carbon Edition.

[@trailblazeratv6306]

I test drove a CX nine today. Really impressed especially with that little four-cylinder turbo engine

[@dexterzaf]

My wife sold her 2019 Honda CRV EXL and got the 2021 CX 30 Premium in Soul Red Metallic. We are a small family with 1 child and we don't need more back seat space since we already have a 2021 Infiniti QX50. The CRV has nice interior and plenty of room in the back seat but drive like a bus. One thing that impresses me with the CX 30 is its driving dynamics, it's nimble and it drive like a rally car and drive way better than CRV & QX50 which has CVT.

[@stevekinney7423]

Thanks for another great review. The CX-30 with the 2 5L turbo will be fantastic !

[@DriversOnly]

I think so too! Thanks.

[@marumontales4423]

I am loving this car so far! I am owning one (preferred trim). Fyi, You can download the Mazda app from your smartphone to START/STOP the car to warm up or cool the car before you get in (no temp control on the app as far as i knoe so you have to pre set the temp in the car itself before using the app). 👍👍👍

[@KROS713]

Do you have to pay a fee to use the remote start feature in the app?

[@marumontales4423]

@@KROS713 no need to pay for the app

[@luxegiulia8907]

Thanks. I'm watching all your reviews on subcompact SUV's. This review helped me to eliminate the CX-30 from my list.

[@willnye9788]

Been seeing the CX30 out on the road and it looks so sleek and sporty. I wish the headlights had DRLs and that the turn signals were somewhere else. Other than that, the turbo is a nice touch to the overall sporty appearance. Well done Mazda. I wonder if they are planning a hybrid power train for this model.

[@mikenone4077]

I sat in one yesterday and loved it. I think im gonna buy it soon it's time to say goodbye to my 97 corolla she was good but needs $1k+ of repairs. I don't trust the cvt in the new corolla so im probably going the mazda route atleast it has a 6 speed automatic,.

[@lisaw7633]

I still love the cx30 and cx5 think I will wait til the end of 2021 for the 2022's hopefully they improve the little quirks

[@dominickwilliams3504]

Mazda N.America lives for annoying quirks. Mazda China has better options. I think Mazda is punishing N.Americans for Nagasaki and Hiroshima. Cramped interiors for larger Westerners and limited color and feature options.

[@andreea5927]

this car is so pretty

[@zzhong23]

Can you do the 2020 Ford Escape hybrid titanium?

[@roberthart9886]

It would have been helpful to know how far forward the drivers seat needs to be to flatten the back seat or at least the passenger seat

[@zaxflaya]

I keep considering getting the cx30 until I come back to this video.

[@alejandroplasencia234]

Some people drive using both feet (left to brake, right to accelerate) and tend to rest the left foot on the brake.

[@erickayson588]

Have always like Mazda's. They have great lineup, but really lack exposure. I believe the person who designed the Mazda 6 was the same person that designed the Telsa Model S.

[@chuckwalla2967]

Hope they price the upcoming turbo model right. If too high it won't be a good value in this segment, and they won't sell very many.

[@lindarussell4535]

Love Drivers Only video vehicle reviews! It does help to know that when you say "bu-ons" it means "buttons".

[@kimnewling5728]

Hmmmm. I don't know. In a day and age when manufacturers are trying to wow you with gadgets included on base models, Mazda says no. Quick engines are nice, but what are you buying it for? Drag strip? Overall it looks nice. By the way, how many colors does it come in? Great video!

[@martinrobbins1120]

"Wouldn't people just figure that out?" LOL

[@DriversOnly]

Hehe right? :)

[@roberthart9886]

as to the peddle gas safety alert, you would be surprised how many people (usually old) ride the brake and gas at the same time

[@philc824]

Does the cylinder deactivation continue in 2021 on the top model ? This was a problem in 2020.

[@halc.2899]

No cylinder deactivation on ANY Mazda CX-30 for 2021 according to Mazda website.

[@damonlee226]

The new teased 2021 regular 3 hatchback turbo, looks so much better and with just a few tweaks to the lower black sporty moldings and blacked out awd wheels, it makes such a huge difference next to the plain 3 atch...and I would rather have the 3 hatch turbo than the raised CX-30 turbo, both with AWD...plus the low awd 3 hatch turbo has 250 hp, but like 335 lbs ft of torque making it quicker off the line than its competition. No 0-60 specs yet.

[@willnye9788]

I concur. However, the CX30 appears to be more aimed to a couple starting a small family. Safety, passenger space, and reliability all on the top of the list. A 3 hatch is nicer in appearance but it's a cramped hatchback more targeted to single individuals who have over $20K to shell out.

[@spike238]

Rumor has it that the 2021 CX30 removed the cylinder deactivation, that's the good, to bad still has the massive plastic cladding ,, that's the bad

[@robertwilliam9558]

Where is the Skyactiv X? That large black plastic cladding is way too much. The CX-5 only has a small amount.

[@lisaw7633]

No 12 volt in the cargo area 😔

[@chooseymomschoose]

"There's almost like an unwritten rule of what you can't do within a segment." No. There is and there isn't what the customer wants. Until now, cute utes have been targeted at a demo that values price, mileage, and versatility over power. That is changing. Subaru sees it too, which is why the '21 Crosstrek (the CX-30's direct competitor) has a 2.5L option now. It's still a dog. These cars need turbos.

[@dominickwilliams3504]

Cx30 should have 4" longer wheelbase. Push rear seats back with sliding/tilt features. Ideally Honda Hrv's, flipfold rear seats. Larger/wider tires on Turbo models. Pwr Folding, dimming/heated side mirrors. What's up with only 1touch open moonroof? My 2007 cx7 had open close 1touch & auto down windows keyfob operated. Mazda has to stop dis-contenting there vehicles outside of the Asain market. Western Mazda consumers are not ignorant. Free solid white paint in N.America.

[@geirbalderson9697]

I rarely have anyone in the rear seat. So i remove all the headrests and have one in he car , in case of emergencies.

[@RodHardy]

The CX-30 turbos are having an excessive oil consumption issue that Mazda is aware of but does not know how to fix at this time in May of 2022

[@jeffdavenport4939]

NiCe info tainment center.. but its a pocket for crap

[@jamesb.492]

The new Mazdas look like a Mercedes inside. Love it. I am biased. My first car was the used RX7 of my stepmom.

[@SorinNicu]

Drive a 2012 RAV4 V6 and you'll see how power is not an issue anymore. Without a troublesome Turbo...

[@halc.2899]

But it looks terrible.

[@Miizterk00L]

It's not even in the same category 😒 ! Toyota CHR would be direct competitor and CX30 blows it out the water. You can compare the RAV 4 to the CX5 and still Mazda is waaaaay nicer! Just saying.

[@gevorgnazaryan8720]

Cup holders?..

[@spacedog2002]

Android auto and Apple CarPlay??

[@naderm1396]

The title of this video is misleading. This is not a Turbo review.

[@Tom-pp4iv]

Sorry but the center and nav screen/system sucks, don’t understand why they keep that for years. Otherwise exterior good

[@robertsparks3584]

Why the can't add 6 inches to it and have a nice car

[@DriversOnly]

They have one, the cx5 :)

[@chenchen2895]

Because the roof line was low.That's why having a hard time, to.See everything from the side mirror.That is safety risk right there.😫👎

[@bodystomp5302]

Mazda is putting the 2.5 turbo in the CX-30? Are you kidding me?

[@bodystomp5302]

@Richard Favreau I like his videos also.

[@halc.2899]

No.

[@tvb4227]

Cladding in the wheels kills it . Dafug is wrong with the designer. Seriuosly a fkind circle? OMG

[@halc.2899]

Come back when you learn the English language.

[@tvb4227]

@@halc.2899 Come back when you learn how to read common sense.

[@paulholterhaus7084]

Please, Everyone, Be warned here......Yoy cannot take this vehical thru any drive thru, Because the Window sill is SO high You CANNOT reach out to get Your order........Paul

[@omgitsme435]

This car is so cramped and designed very poorly. It barely fits people under 5'8". The beltline is very high and windows are tiny so the inside felt like a cave. I would not want to take this on a road trip.

[@JonnyQ408]

I sat in one yesterday, I'm 5' 11" I felt fine sitting be hide my own driving position in the rear seat, however I wouldn't suggest trying fit three adults in the rear seats,

[@coraleemckenzie5741]

I'm 6ft and I fit in a demio and so does my bro at 6ft 6, lol. I'm sure 1 can fit in the Cx30

[@JamesG1126]

Front grill looks terrible.