Should you buy a Mazda CX-30? (Test Drive & Review)

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[@flemmingsorensen5470]

I love the fact that Mazda dares to “swim against the stream” - that is worth a “10” in my book.

[@chazboyle9456]

i had a mazda 6 many years ago a bloody good well made car a petrol 2,2 better than most car makers

[@user-ft3rw1tk6s]

I got a 22 plate on a 3 year lease, manual gearbox. Excellent car, 53mpg on a run, smooth, quiet slick ride. 12500 on the clock, goes back next February, someone’s gonna drop on a good motor

[@binusworldoftechnology5867]

Had the Mazda 3 from 2019 with same engine and got it to 100k kilometers in 3 years and only changed 1 battery and normal service, VERY reliable brand, Mazda now is what Honda was in the 90s

[@ln5747]

Honda is still reliable 🙄

[@kerryjones1508]

I've been saying that for a while. Mazda is the new Honda. Honda used to have a good looking, interesting range of cars.

[@ln5747]

@@kerryjones1508 subjective. Still do.

[@binusworldoftechnology5867]

Design wise Mazda is in another league compared to Honda and engine development is more impressive, next gen inline six petrol will blow away the 2 l turbos from competition.

[@kerryjones1508]

@@binusworldoftechnology5867 Nice to see someone talking a bit of sense. I do own a Honda, previous gen civic. It's a great car and to my eyes, a looker. I grew up with the CRX, CRZ, Prelude, S2000.... What is there now?

[@stanelder9995]

I have to disagree a little with you on this one Matt - I think Mazda are building some of the best affordable yet premium feeling cars around these days. I think the interiors are very well thought out and feel upmarket. The CX-30 does ride, handle and steer very well (much like the Mazda 3 in fact). In the US market the CX-30 is available with a 2.5l Turbo 4 rated at 250HP and that one really scoots!

[@alfonsowadeyua5293]

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[@damilolaakanni]

250hp on premium fuel, and 227hp on regular, I've heard.

[@stanelder9995]

@@damilolaakanni true enough - and generally the case with boosted engines, as the management system can run more aggressive ignition timing with higher octane fuels as they are of course more resistant to detonation (“pinking”, as the old-timers would say)!

[@mariuszel759]

All the KZbin reviewers shit on anything that's not a top trim audi or bmw. Carwow is the worst in this regard.

[@stanelder9995]

@@mariuszel759 Well, tbh I’ve generally found Matt’s observations to be pretty fair and spot on - although he does have a slight hatred of most French cars 😂

[@cliveprocter3698]

With the Golf the VW have spent 50 years not being outstanding in any one area but utterly competent in every area and had a best seller on their hands. Mazda doing the same? The relatively big capacity relatively low output non-turbo engine is a welcome antidote to over stressed 1litre turbo wetbelted disasters.

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

If someone held a gun to my head and forced me to buy a car in this segment (which is the only way I'd ever buy a compact crossover) I'd definitely choose the Mazda.

[@Andek74]

I would probably choose the Lexus UX or Infiniti QX30

[@tslondon422]

@@Andek74avoid Infiniti parts will be a nightmare. Agree Lexus is the buy, but they cost more. You wont get the same for 16.5k, more like 20

[@Andek74]

@@tslondon422 infiniti Q30 is Nissan and Mercedes, why should there be any issues with the parts? Haven't heard of problems with the availability of their parts in Spain (or you mean costs?). Price wise you may be right, I haven't looked at it thouroughly but used UX start at around 19-20k now.

[@tomaskroupakkfoto4132]

@@Andek74 Not so fun to drive cars at all...and tbh Mazda is on pair in terms of interior quality etc. I stayed before the same decision (Lex vs Mazda) as wife´s car...and Mazda won in criterion.

[@tslondon422]

@@Andek74 they have pulled out of the Uk market, so no dealers. Jap car parts arent made much in Europe so many parts are dealer only, even things as simple as air filters

[@Barbarian75]

Owner of CX-30 here, skyactivX engine (183bhp) with 'stone' interior as they call it (almost white). But additional equipment heavily dependent on the trim level. Manual is brilliant - as good as MX-5, very 'mechanical' feel, and very precise. Exterior - 9-10 for me. Rather than crazy fuzzy cocktail of vertical lines of other brands. One thing - it is wider than some other competitors and in front provides as much space as CX-5 I had before. Apart from the headroom. It is not as 'average' as you think, sorry, don't agree with you.

[@alfonsowadeyua5293]

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[@tomaskroupakkfoto4132]

Yep. He had to be on drugs diring the test. To be honest I drlve s lot of cars. And this car is premium inside, on pakr with lexus. Quiet, co fy, excelent materials. Engines are rock solid. Cars look sexy. And it´s really joy to drive. IMHO best car in it´s segment.

[@mikemaynard7016]

A reliable engine is something that's hard to find in todays modern cars

[@Raj-doot-online]

Honda is really good

[@damilolaakanni]

Toyota isn't bad either, just don't get their turbocharged stuff yet. Those are having issues (as bad as engine failures) currently.

[@Jesko_VRS]

Engines are mostly reliable, it's the electronics and software wich cause major problems. VW still hasn't figured these issues out on there latest platform (2019 and up) models.

[@jdmguy44]

@@Jesko_VRS Funnily enough noticed today the current VW Golf placed in last place (50th place out of fifty cars) in Auto Express's latest D.P. Survey. Owners basically slating pretty much everything about it....

[@RoderikvanReekum]

LADA are going to realeae new car's for 2024, maybe that is something reliable!

[@smwatson1512]

Mazda3 with the Skyactiv X is the most interesting "normal" little hatchback you can buy.

[@simon84]

Totally agree. I don't understand why people avoid X engines, afraid of new technologies perhaps? I've been driving X and G engines, and X is way more powerful and fun to drive (especially on the highway) and consumes an average of 1l/100km less than G. Also, the X sounds better.

[@Jesko_VRS]

We own a Mazda 3 BM 2.0 skyactive, brilliant car! Most reliable car we ever had. ❤

[@0161pumaste]

mazda uses larger engines in all their cars, but then down tunes them for economy, emissions and longevity. the 2.0 skyactiv 120ps can be remapped to around 180ps for as little as £240 with superchips ;-)

[@loosabway3400]

How does that enhance low end pull?

[@0161pumaste]

@@loosabway3400 it will increase low down torque slightly, but will be much more soprightly higher up the rev range with 50% more bhp, ideal for an automatic in kickdown when overtaking.

[@loosabway3400]

@@0161pumaste That's a shame - I like the look and feel of this and the CX50 but it's the lack of low down grunt that rules them out for me - that's what I'd be after - couldn't see myself taking one of these round the Nurburgring.

[@JohnnyMQB]

@@0161pumaste surely kicking it down will use more fuel than a more torquey engine able to pull the current gear like a tdi

[@bxmachine]

I work at a Mazda dealers, and the only engine issues we get are with diesels. Petrols are bombproof. They do everything well.

[@anthonyconnor1603]

My father bought a 2015 Mazda 2 1.5 diesel in November and the DPF light started flashing yesterday on his way home from work. His journey is around 40 miles and previously had a diesel Toyota Yaris which never gave him any DPF problems. Are Mazda Skyactiv engines reliable? I thought the 2.2 diesel engine mainly had problems and these were fixed for the 1.5 version.

[@1976sdb]

What about the supercharger issues i keep reading about on the skyactiv x models.

[@anthonyconnor1603]

@@1976sdb Are Mazda good cars? Who would be better, Mazda or Toyota?

[@alexgilder1]

I have a 3 and it has a naturally aspirated engine (no turbo or wet belts here), a reliable torque converter auto (I'm looking at you VAG group), a good quality interior with proper buttons, and a real twin exhaust with stainless tips. 44 combined real world mpg. Mazda are one of the only manufacturers still producing decent, no nonsense cars.

[@KeithHill-wc3ew]

I have a two year old Mazda CX 30 AWD 2 litre Auto Sky X and after having top of the range BMWs and Kia’s before I can honestly say it’s the best car of the lot,it’s fully equipped,comfortable to drive and on a long run I get 54 mpg and 38-40 mpg on local runs pottering about.

[@chazboyle9456]

bmws are pure shyte

[@WayToManyAssassins]

​@chazboyle9456 someone's never driven one 😂

[@gzk6nk]

We've got one of these - it's even the same colour as the one one you're in. Bought it new in 2023. I'm intrigued to know why you don't think it's the best looker in its class. It has class the competition don't have, some of which are almost offensive to the eye. [Yes VW, I'm looking at you]. We bought ours to replace a Focus we'd had for about 14 years which had been OK but lots needed doing over the years. Suspension parts, split drive joint boots, worn drive shafts... nothing serious, but stuff you's think should just work OK for the car's life. I'm on my 3rd MX5, all bought new, and all of which have been 100% trouble free. Nothing except the usual consumables being replaced,. My last one (a 2007 NC) I had for 14 trouble free years, and my present one which I traded the NC for in 2021 (a 2021 ND2) has (so far) followed that trend as well. We looked the new Focus before we bought the CX-30 but..... not for long. A tiny 3-cylinder petrol engine blown by a turbo does not blow my skirt up. It's a recipe for poor reliability and big bills. Turbos are jet engine tech at car prices, so will always be a potential failure point. And little engines worked hard, ditto. Our focus was a normally aspirated 1600 and we never had engine problems. A normally aspirated 2.0 petrol (we don't do big miles so don't need a diesel) is just fine for us. And while my MX5s have never ever failed, my daughter is on her 3rd Nissan Cashcow in 5 years, the others having died, one with serious engine problems. And Cashcows are pig ugly next to the CX-30! So, what do YOU think looks better than a CX-30 in this sector? BTW, our CX-30 is a manual. The gearchange isn't up there wit the MX5's (direct into the box) gear lever as there are linkages in between on the transverse engined CX, but it's pretty good. Certainly better than that on the Focus (which itself, was OK). I normaĺy broadly agree with your views, but I think you got it seriously wrong on this one. And from comments here, it seems I'm not alone. Vince

[@jdmguy44]

Agreed. I was a bit baffled with some of the comments on this review. Styling, interior/exterior design, interior quality and ergonomics, driving feel/handling are definitely top of this class. Not to mention reliability. The CX30 was also the second safest car tested by EURO NCAP at the time of testing. To say the CX-30 is an "also ran" is wide of the mark.

[@blankpotocnik97]

I have Mazda 3 with Sky-X engine and I can't really fault it. The build quality in interior is not the best though but I'm over 100k km. But I have done some long roadtrips around Europe and it is great. Will do German Autobahn at 180-200 km/h without much fuss, seats are good. Love the real HUD and Matrix lights on mine. It was this, Focus or Megane and I'm not regretting my choice. And I service it at the main dealer since they are super kind. There was recall for cooler which could leak so they replaced it for free at 100k km when car was out of warranty. Good luck seeing that on European competition. Oh yeah, Sky-X also wakes up above 4000 rpm, but if you drive slowly you really get low consumption, not far from likes of 2.0 TDIs and stuff.

[@alfonsowadeyua5293]

Whether your CX-30 feels luxurious depends on the trim you get. Some trims, for example, have cup holder covers.

[@michaelgilmore8821]

my 3 has a cover for the cup holders

[@alcot33uk]

I just drove one of these from Newark to the German/ Danish border and back. 2.0 petrol auto. Averaged 41 MPG. It was comfortable and did nothing wrong. No it was not exciting but everything worked like it should. 9/10 from me.

[@S-Ltd1000]

At last, a Skyactiv Mazda. I'm not sure about the Skyactiv G in the cx30 but that engine in the previous gen Mazda3 is putting out nearer 140bhp as standard. The throttle is also restricted at 4000rpm and this can be mapped out for a couple of hundred quid to bring the output up to about 175bhp. The engine is also known to be bulletproof if looked after and mine has given me zero issues in nearly 4 years. Given the choice over it's rivals I'd have the Mazda every day of the week.

[@shabba890]

Thought the g was 118bhp. Saying that the one I drove felt healthy

[@tomaskroupakkfoto4132]

@@shabba890G emgine is in the EU equiled with 90/110 kW. X then with 137.

[@travelandfestivals]

Idk if its standard to get engine problems in 4 years or what. My clio from 2001 has had 0 engine problems, its on 108k kilometers.

[@FTFLCY]

I disagree with Matt on two points. I think it's by far the best looking car in its class. Crisp and understated, much like the interior. Secondly, the lack of rear room is one of the car's main problems. It's not adequate at all - not for adults on long journeys at least. Where I do agree is with the engines. The X is barely quicker, and there just isn't a decent option across Mazda's whole range. I ran two 2.0 diesel 6s in my company, and they were good as gold. I know they have a bad rep, but not my experience.

[@jacobbest5752]

Mazda say that the 2.0 liter engine is the “right size” compared with smaller engines with turbos. Mazda engineers know what they are doing especially when they are part of Toyota now.

[@tomaskroupakkfoto4132]

Mazda these days oroduce better made, engineered cars than Toyota. Toyota just feels cheaper, woth boring design. Mazda is hodden gem and rising star of jap engineering. Rock solid cars.

[@robertbridge844]

Just coming to the end of a 3 year lease on a CX-30 Skyactive-G and its been a great car. I'm actually considering buying one. Interior feels premium, great to drive and easy to use infotainment with actual physical buttons for climate control. I think it looks great too. I would recommend getting the Skyactive-X over the -G as that one is woefully underpowered. Its foot down 99% of the time, just to keep up with traffic.

[@Jon-Truscott]

My '21 Skyactive X is quite fast but only when over 4,000rpm. Have to change down a surprising amount to keep speed up but I've come from a diesel so the driving characteristics are quite different.

[@SimonLedward]

I've got a 2020 Mazda 3 Skyactiv X and it's a great car. You are right, Mazdas do fly under the radar which is why i've owned 6 of them over the last 25 years. Understated, well screwed together by and large and always have extra stuff on them as standard that you'd probably have to pay extra for on other manufacturers. I'm glad they've stayed away from turbo'd small engines with wet belt configs etc. Just something a bit different.

[@scrubplaceholder6216]

My parents got the 180hp version with an auto. It's a good car, better looking, and better equiped then similar priced BMW, Audi, or Mercedes crossovers. And faster, because you for example get a 136hp 1.5 in the BMW x1.

[@juliancaston9598]

A very good balanced review Matt . I drive a 2015 Mazda 2 1.5 Skyactive 115bhp sports nav 6 speed manual gearbox..I agree with the harsh sounding engine when cold but smooths out when warm but love the fact that it's a 4 cylinder naturally aspirated engine rather than a 1 or 1.2 3 cylinder litre turbo , the 115bhp 1.5 in my 2 goes like stink once warmed up and the worst fuel consumption was 47 and the best was 56 mpg ( average 50) and that is filling the tank , setting the trip meter and 300 miles later filling the tank full again, dividing the litres used by 4.54 to get gallons then dividing the gallons into the elapsed mileage ( I don't go by the car computer) it's,average overall in terms of competence but I'd have this over say a Fiesta Ecoburst...sorry ecoboost ...and mine being before April 2017 is £35 per year road tax ( unless Labour get in) versus £200+ for a later model

[@mrjones9915]

I’ve got the same car - works well and good mpg/performance. Plastics in the boot have cracked as they are a bit brittle - but overall a great car and no issues in 2 years of ownership.

[@simonhodgetts6530]

I like the current crop of Mazdas a lot, and I am considering a Mazda 3 for my next car. But what I really like is that the interiors still look and feel like that of a car, rather than a video game console.

[@spenky]

Got my CX-30 at the beginning of 2020 new for just under €20k. Reasons I bought this over competitors: The 2.0l naturally aspirated straight 4 engine is very reliable; I wanted a manual transmission car and needed the extra ground clearance because I have to drive on dirt roads and the interior was way nicer than any other car I tried at this price. The small 3cyl turbo engines feel good at low speed but go beyond 80km/h and it feels like you have to get out the car and push it. Overall the CX-30 felt nicer than any car I test driven in this price range: Suzuki Vitara/S-Cross, Dacia Duster(the old version), Peugeot 3008, Nissan Qashqai, VW T-Roc, Skoda Karoq, Ford Puma or Kia XCeed. I would still buy the CX-30 over any of the cars I mentioned above but I do have some nitpicks: Turning radius. If you don`t need the extra ground clearance I would get the Mazda 3 that has the same 2l engine with smaller lighter wheels and is nimbler. Stock 18" rims are too heavy. They do look nice but the car handles and accelerates much better on lighter 16" rims. Rear suspension feels terrible. Driving over any speed bump or pot hole is pain. This is an issue for any car at this price point, not just Mazda. They use torsion beam rear suspension instead of independent because it`s cheaper to manufacture but it is @$$. Mild nitpick: the car is designed to be right wheel drive (Japan) meaning the fuses are on the right side so you get a smaller glove box on the left hand drive that also doesn`t have a light inside. Android Auto is garbage! Apple CarPlay is fine but Android Auto is unusable without a touch screen and Mazda`s own infotainment maps need to be manually updated and are often wrong. Barely anything changed in the car in the past 5 years from release. This is not a bad thing per se since the yearly update is dumb but an upgraded version should be just around the corner and you could either get the new one if it`s worth it or get this version for a discounted price.

[@mrcoolsun3142]

I've had one of the 2024 models on rental in US for the last month, the 191-hp, 2.5 engine is pretty quick (especially in the Sport mode) albeit rather thirsty on fuel. It was a pleasurable month's motoring except the air vents weren't really up to the job against Florida heat. Was really glad of the AWD driving in the monsoon conditions that led up to a state of emergency being called in the area.

[@grisza77]

we dont get the 2.5 in Europe

[@youraveragejoe1]

My parents just bought one - I can definitely say I’d buy one if I wanted that sort of car. Impressive equipment on theirs and high interior build quality. Not too expensive either. Engine isn’t very punchy though

[@eamonnmcdermott1939]

Mazda did not call this the CX-4 as there is a China only model called the CX-4 only on sale there. Love my Mazda6! Keep up the great videos Matt!

[@peterowen4456]

Funny how a description of a car can suit your personality. My risk averse one was positively drooling over the "solid 7 out of 10" marking. I want one!

[@taxidmac5907]

Father just done pcp 24 plate top spec for 379 a month great car far better than his 180 a class

[@ciaranokelly3693]

We traded in a 2016 Mazda 6 Sport Nav estate for a 2020 CX30 GT sport withe the skyactiv-x engine. I do miss the big 6, it was a superb package overall. However, retirement and my wife's aversion to driving properly sized cars necessitated something we could both live with. The CX30 has met our needs very well. In fairness, it is as comfy as the 6, easy on fuel, very well appointed with more toys than we need and servicing is not an issue although the service department at the local dealership is crap. For me the best features of the car are the gearbox, swapping cogs is great fun.. And that skyactiv-x engine is, in my opinion, simply excellent!

[@jacobbest5752]

The current mazda 3 and mx5 are my favourite cars they are just 10/10. Well done Mazda.

[@eduqloo]

the kitted out version, with big rims, leather and in dark gray, has to be the prettiest car in its segment

[@madwiganer]

I drive a Mazda 3 skyactiv X, you really need to push the engine to get anything out of it, but it's one of the best cars I've owned.

[@tedarcher9120]

It gets trash fuel economy when you push it, you'd better get skyactive G

[@madwiganer]

@@tedarcher9120 can get the high end of 50 mpg on a motorway but it's not as giving round town,this being with premium fuel..

[@JohnnyMQB]

​@@madwiganerwhat kinda speeds would that be

[@madwiganer]

@@JohnnyMQB motorway speed

[@JohnnyMQB]

@@madwiganer 80/90 just wanted to see if it's similar to a diesel obviously with less stuff to go wrong being a na petrol

[@MidLoafCrisis]

I own a 71 plate CX5 2.5l petrol. It's just a really relaxing, well judged car with surprisingly sharp dynamics when required. Love Mazda

[@petergabell6274]

I really enjoy driving mine, great video, love your reviews.

[@blakehughes9897]

Mazda are an excellent car, great point on reliability. The main thing that lets them down though is rust - I had a late 2019 Mazda 6 from a main dealer and it had rust on the bonnet and around the boot sils. Unacceptable for a 3 year car with 60k miles on it IMO. Beware.

[@OG-dp1kx]

Not ideal, but you can get it sorted and then wax the car every 3 to 4 months, and wash it in the interim with a wax infused car shampoo. That should protect the paint work

[@JohnnyMQB]

@@OG-dp1kx or they could just paint it properly to start with typical jap the engine will still be going long after the cars iron oxide

[@godzuks]

I purchased mine a year ago, generally i agree with your review, I really like mine, I would give it an 8 ...😎

[@Elaba_]

Crossovers, SUV's, etc. are just like fashion. Within ten years manufactures bring new models on the market.

[@stuartkennedy4202]

Skyactive X. GT Sport AWD is very good with its 185 BHP leather and everything else as standard inc Bose 12 speakers, HUD, heated steering wheel and seats etc basically it’s has it all.

[@chucksnothereman]

My wife brought one. Great little car. We got the 2.5 (had a '3' 2.5 so used to it). Does everything well, like most Mazdas it handles very well. I've driven a few rentals that are similar and still like the Mazda. Might not have the glitz of others but it feels solid and I suspect it will go the distance better than the Koreans. Most people think it is bigger than it is so make sure you drive one before buying, it is relatively small.

[@adammcallister2260]

Here’s me sat with a 2.2 Skyactiv D that’s never had a fault 😂 Skyactiv X would be nice. A compression ignition petrol engine should produce even better economy and still maintain the relative simplicity of an NA engine.

[@phill7269]

Mazda is a jack of all trades brand but still very dependable.

[@monikacorgi]

"if you squint your eyes it looks like ferrari" 😂😂😂

[@kienfung3045]

It's otherway around. The Ferrari Purosangue looks like the Mazda, because Mazda was already in 2019 and Ferrari in '22.

[@thelatemickb6927]

2 cupholders in the engine cover. Top marks.

[@jeremyroberts2782]

The buttons etc will make it a good (and popular) second hand buy, as all the touchscreens in other cars start dying and owners get fed up with £2-3000 bills for replacements just to be able to turn off the radio and get some ventilation.

[@Maximum_Swag_Engaged]

The value of this channel is insane. KZbin is full of new car reviews, but most people in Europe buy second hand ( average car age is 11 years where i live)

[@chrislord1640]

1 minute in... and the production values just shot up! amazing. Not that it was bad before, it was excellent... but this is another level!

[@michaelfarrell1132]

I really fancy one of these, thanks for the review Matt.

[@markcharlesworth2528]

I've just got this Mild Hybrid manual box. Can't fault it, my first Mazda.

[@lilth501]

I just recently bought the 2024 cx-3, brilliant performance beautiful , easy to drive. Now I'm looking at the cx30 that little extra interior into space. Similar styling and performance is looking very attractive. Maybe next year I might want to turn over my cx3?

[@mac22011964]

Having had 2 small turbo engines from Ford and VW both have had major issues with them. The Ford needed a whole new engine and the VW a new cambelt…both manufacturers have big issues. So….CX 30 Sky Active X for me….looks fab and interior is so much better.

[@babybambi8389]

Personally I think it's a very good looking car, it's one I am looking to get. Pleased that you did a review of this car. Thanks

[@johncapstick5210]

This will be very reliable 😊

[@perro0076]

That colour in sunshine is gorgeous. My wife would buy one just on that. I must admit. She has a point.

[@jdmguy44]

I had a top spec one as a courtesy car a couple of years ago. Had the Skyactiv X motor with the manual transmission, leather and sunroof. Really lovely car. Would definitely have one if I was in the market for such a vehicle. That said I prefer looks of the CX-5.

[@RobNMelbourne]

Here in Australia the 2.0L is the small engine. The 2.5L is the one people want even though it is slightly more expensive. More punch, a much better driving experience and only marginally worse petrol consumption. Mazda 'own' the segment here with the CX-5 due to their reliability in Australian conditions. The BT-50 ute is also popular. The others that you mentioned can't really handle the conditions and end up costing a lot more in the long run. In 2022, Mazda dropped two CX-60 pre-production pilot build vehicles into the outback for 6 months of testing before release. Also, being built in Japan or Thailand, it's not as far to ship to Aus, thus cutting a cost involved with the European models. And that is reflected in the price in Aus for a similar spec 2020 2.0L being about AUD$28k - AUD$30k (£14k - £15k). My pick would be a CX-5 or new CX-60 PHEV both with a 2.5L petrol.

[@jonnycando]

I have one, it does everything well….stellar at nothing, but reliable as rain. Our one in the states comes with 2.5 liter engine…much more pep. The rear wants to come around front on ice, but recovers easily and pleasantly. Very predictable handling.

[@thedirediyer5245]

Totally endorse the positive Mazda experience, Matt. The car range is almost boringly competent. I‘m a fan of the 6 myself but i‘ve driven a CX 30 and found it delightful.

[@speakerboy4425]

Even though im not in the market for an more "recent" car i enjoy these videos since as an entry to mid level mechanic i do sometimes get asked about newer cars and these videos keep me informed on real world driving, etc

[@davidthompson6834]

Don’t forget folks it’s his opinion

[@tomoreilly9932]

I agree with you that a sliding cover would have tidied the central part of this car up,no one wants to be staring at scratchy grey plastic cup holders unless you're using them.

[@CPHACKERS]

AMAZING CONTENT BRO KEEP UP FHE GOOD WORK MATE🎉

[@morithimarishane2048]

This car would be a great first car for me and my family.

[@grisza77]

exterior 6,5/10? Which competitor does it better? As for the reliability - it is ok, but the service... I had a headliner blown - waited almost a year for a new part, along the way authorised dealer tried to fit a reconditioned one and pretended it was all right. Overall - I like the car, I hate the service.

[@iainmcintosh401]

Looks like you had a lower spec there. I have the Sport GT tech edition and as you suggested, it has a dark brown leather on top of dashboard and two tone leather seats. It does lift the interior and I think it feels pretty upmarket. Had mine for 4 months and more than happy. And more importantly, the cup holder has a cover 😁

[@woofla123]

Generally Mazdas are great cars. I had a Mazda 3, boring but excellent reliability.

[@leonb2637]

I have a 2021 CX-30 Preferred AWD (step up from the base model that year) here in New Jersey, USA. All US/Canadian models have a Skyactive-G 2.5 engine, with or without a turbo. Also our CX-30's are made in Mexico with some Japanese parts and the auto transmission made in Thailand. It has 41,000 miles, including a 10K cross-country trip, 2 other multi-state trips with a total of 9000 miles. It isn't perfect, it has a front pax side turn signal LED light out and a problem with a telemetry system for Mazda to monitor the car, for the phone app that went out and would cost too much to fix for no benefit. For sure you need the safety goodies on it due to the bad blind spot to the back. It has the smart speed control, semi-automatic braking system, lane control system all good for me. I am only 5'4" but fit well in the drivers seat. I have the shift able automatic, stick isn't available in the USA market. I choose the CX-30 as didn't have a turbo, has an 'old school' automatic, has an emergency spare tire/wheel, had a fair price, nice looking inside and out. One other flaw for US model is the small gas (petrol) tank that limits range, especially in 'local' driving.

[@thebloodynine]

Make a review about Mazda 2, I would like to see that

[@kienfung3045]

I have a Mazda 2 '17 90HP manual. No problems besides normal services. Great reliable and fun to drive.

[@thebloodynine]

@@kienfung3045 mileage?

[@kienfung3045]

@@thebloodynine 80K miles

[@jdmguy44]

I've got a 2018 sport black+ model. Used to be my primary car but now a second car. Had it for over five years now. Hard to fault. Great little cars.

[@pauldavidson2443]

Skyactiv X, manual, FWD, 2020 - Love the exterior looks, fabulous interior both in design and quality, agree in respect of 'classless' image which I particularly enjoy. Engine is odd, loves to rev but too little power and torque, needs 70bhp more, with that would be an almost perfect family wagon.

[@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm420]

Mazda stands out from the crowd in eschewing proper body corrosion protection. It's been a proponent for decades.

[@tomaskroupakkfoto4132]

It was in the past...not at all in last decade

[@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm420]

@@tomaskroupakkfoto4132 And what of the global recall of 2.2 million Mazda vehicles in 2016 regarding rusty tailgates? It affected cars built up to 2015.

[@tomaskroupakkfoto4132]

@@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm420Did not heard ablut it. But we had this problem with aVW recall and company cars. Vut another construction failure and shitty corrosion lrltection. This ks standard these days with VW group

[@MatthewJBD]

I had a diesel Mazda 6 - dreadful engine like you said. Regen issues, turbo issues.

[@simonjugessur6936]

Great review Matt- So enjoy & look forward to your reviews- So we purchased a Mazda 2.2 diesel SportsNav Estate 2016 model in 2018 with 28000 miles - now covered 71k - car serviced by Mazda - plus an oil & filter change interim too as we do a lot of town driving- in 6 years of ownership- one pulley belt -£25.. an O2 type sensor near turbo- known fault with upgraded part & that’s all - it’s our family car & it’s best car we have owned - previously BMW 5 series 525 petrol - lovely car when it worked .. it does everything well - but it’s not exceptional in any one area .. we go camping a couple of times a year & it’s always fully loaded- average about 38mpg around town - mid 40’s on a run - only use shell V-Power Diesel- would be a perfect car if AWD .. Mazda make excellent cars with great spec - No hesitation in buying another Mazda product.. oh and on your advice- gearbox service -£200 ! Job done !

[@deejsilvosa6610]

I like the fact the skyactiv-x is supercharged

[@peteetchells4496]

I have the GT sport tech model which has brown leather in place of the blue which is much nicer looking, The engine is the skyactive X 2.0l which does have a supercharger on it but its only a little one lol. It does need driving like the older engines before we slapped turbo chargers on everything. The lack of body roll is due to the "G vectoring control system" which does a great job and it does have a cover on the cup holders ! I have followed your channel for a while and have been waiting for a review of this or a mazda 3 that i used to own. Your welcome to have a go in the skyactive X to see if it offers anything more than the one you drove in this review. Keep up the great content. !

[@paulgraham9368]

I have the cx5 as a company car and love it 2.0ltr auto with 165bhp..like driving an armchair proper comfy

[@MethMonkey-yb9mr]

On the name, afaik the CX-4 nameplate was taken up by a Chinese model. Plus I would imagine it has something to do with Mazda moving upmarket with the CX-60-CX-90 model range, and the CX-30 name fits in with that nomenclature.

[@colincleary8669]

I think it looks a really nice car matt at a sensible price 👍

[@experious007]

Funny how you uploaded this video - I was actually looking at either getting this or the CX 5. Well, thank you for your point of view regarding this Matt! I have always liked the brand.

[@michaelgilmore8821]

I've got the same generatio mazda 3, its a great car, full of tech and very economic, mine has the skyactive x engine. better than its competitors at a similar price

[@Turleyswheels]

Nice review ❤

[@Dr23rippa]

Highly underrated car. The let down is only those big black wheel arches.

[@awsinger1]

it's really beautiful to look at

[@iainmacleod4007]

My only criticism of Mazda is that they do not rust proof their vehicles properly. Even the Italians have sorted out their corrosion issues so why have the Japanese not followed suit?

[@damilolaakanni]

IMO, yes. Just don't get the diesel, if it's offered with one. BTW, in North America they discontinued the CX-3 quietly, so over there the CX-30 is between the Mazda 3 hatchback and the CX-5. If you need more power, you'd have to look at other markets where this is offered with a 2.5 turbocharged 4 cylinder engine with 227hp (or 250hp on premium fuel). 227hp in something this small should be a blast to drive.

[@Barbarian75]

UK dropped CX-3 in around 2020, but Matt talks about second hand cars, so he has to mention it. And CX-3 is based on Mazda2, which is a completely different story

[@alanbarsteward7630]

I had Mazda Mx5 for 6 years ,great to drive and very reliable. My current car a Honda Jazz feels more spacious and airy than a friends CX30 Mazda. The mazda feels so cramped inside by comparison.

[@James-lw1us]

Great review Matt. As Mazda is Japanese there was never a Mazda 4, as the number 4 in Japan is considered unlucky

[@Mike.Cebert]

10:06 and 10:10 funny repetition 😂😂😂

[@helopi8]

I drove one its a cracking little car just wish car makers wouldn't put piano black on the interior as its a scratch magnet

[@nickgruzevskis8629]

Your review was in line with my experience, as I hired one from Hertz in Brisbane last year. It was nice, inoffensive and fuel efficient, but had somewhat of a charisma bypass. I found I couldn't get one large and one medium suitcase in the boot, so had to fold the rear seat down. In summary, prefer to keep driving my R170 SLK230 compressor.

[@paulbaddiley7326]

I have cx3 2.0 petrol and getting 45-50 mpg

[@ICalverz]

My wife literally bought this car about a month ago. Well sport lux manual. It’s decent enough. Bit gutless but fine.

[@David-tt2mt]

Will give you 10/10 for having Greatest hits on the screen. 😊

[@owenmcdonald5922]

In North America, it's available with a turbo 2.5 with circa 250HP. Twice what you're driving. I would think that drives a lot better.

[@rob2020-wz6ru]

It looks ok, and the build quality is great. A colleague and a friend of mine had one. Both had a problem with the car. It was something going on behind the dashboard. To fix it the dash has to be removed. My colleagues car was in the workshop for four days. Both had it fixed under warrenty. It sounds like a labour intensive repair, which could be a deep dive in to your wallet when, it has had its three years birthday.

[@ChrisJames-pq6gg]

Agree with you on the blue/black trim colour really doesn’t go same with clothes blue and black don’t mix

[@andru9102]

Enjoyed your review, Matt. Everything you said about that car was very positive, and I know you hate the Qashqai. Would you rate any car in that segment great?

[@Lee-to2kl]

Them crew neck sweaters are nice Matt I like the little logo near the cuff 😎😎 Mazda Stockport are very good I had a Mazda 3 many moons ago and they were always very good, I’m across the rd at Williams now no complaints there either, great vid as usual Matt 👍