Is the 2024 Mazda CX-30 Turbo a BETTER luxury SUV than a BMW X1?

[@thekoz5158]

This is one of the most underrated fun car that gets overlooked.

[@nesmith2621]

agreed, I have a 2024 CX-30 and it's fantastic. Carbon edition, but no turbo.

[@arizonacolour8793]

The front end looks outdated, at least 6yrs old. And the black fenders 🤢🤢🤢

[@MoeCamera]

Mazda is overrated. Never understood the hype. No wonder why they discontinued the Mazda 6 because nobody wanted to buy that thing 😂

[@ryanmatthew511]

Q3 same price ...way smoother with the DSG and nicer matierals/Infotainment

[@dsny121]

@@ryanmatthew511 A base Q3 is almost 10K more than a fully loaded CX-30

[@davidp2888]

Mazda: a car manufacturer that brings the quality at a (usually) reasonable price.

[@jdarms27]

I have one of these and I like it just fine. I have owned many cars including German sports sedans, sporty coupes, and a track project MX5. Now I'm just looking for utility, reliability, some quickness when needed, and light off road capability. The CX30 turbo manages to tick these boxes. Personally I would avoid the non-turbo. My dealership experiences have been pretty good; Mazda is trying to do the near luxury thing. I think they've reached a nice middle ground. The gas tank is my biggest problem; plan to refill frequently. The cladding was a big drawback, it works fine when I'm scrambling down a graded gravel road to get to a put in or trail head - you hear those "pops" when rocks are hitting and shrug it off. With just two people you can get all your gear in the back (seats down) and whatever bikes/kayaks/snowboards/Thule box up on the cross bars. You can easily install the cross bars yourself...that should go without saying. The rear suspension is basic. There is hardly any room in back for normal sized people. I drive around with the rear seats down pretty much permanently. If I had a family, forget it. My "big dude" friends don't fit really well in the front either...think 6'2" 240 and up. In daily traffic the turbo version is sneaky quick and catches a lot of people by surprise - especially full-sized trucks who take it personally when some little subcompact squeezes them out on a merge or beats them off the line. Relax bro. Stop compensating. You chose to drive all that mass - own it. The gas mileage is pretty trash, ngl. You have to really stay off the throttle to keep things near the stated mpg and even then... "It's just a Mazda" so I can easily rationalize beating the crap out of it unlike a more "luxury" brand. I cross shopped the Crosstrek which was gutless but still cool. If Subaru made a WRX wagon still that would be a killer comparison. If I had to choose a car I probably most often think "what if" about instead of the CX-30 turbo, it would be the CX-50 turbo. IMO Mazda interiors are superior. The Mazda "cleans up nice" during my professional week if I have a co-worker on board, but does the outdoor stuff acceptably well too. Great review as usual. As an east coast transplant on the west coast for nearly 40 years, I always enjoy your east coast, "call it like you see it" candor Mr. Raiti. Nutter Butters for the win.

[@jaredelson1840]

Sold my 2024 Trax Activ(nice for the price, but just too gutless for me, plus a wet timing belt 3 cylinder turbo scares me long term) Picked up a 2024 CX30 Turbo. I LOVE my CX30, if you like a touch of luxury, great handling, zippyness and reliability, check one out. I will be keeping my CX30 for 10+ years.

[@rainshibuya]

LOVE MAZDA, love you Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for being so supportive!

[@BigTrip23]

I just got a 2022 CX-30 Turbo in the premium trim and I absolutely love it! The features on this vehicle are mind blowing to me.

[@shellykaufman7473]

I just bought one! I do like the black trim on the outside. My only real complaint is where the front cupholders are. Too close to the dash, can't fit my large water mug! And the manual passenger seat. For the money, it should have come with both front seats with electric adjustments! Otherwise, it's been a fun car!

[@cwclarkephotos9551]

I love the timeless designs from Mazda but the cladding is a no go.

[@RaitisRides]

Needs to go!

[@johnhopkins886]

Nice Job Joe!! I love mazda! I have a 2018 mazda 6 grand touring turbo. Best car I ever had.

[@michelleschaefer1727]

I bought a 2024 preferred cx30 and just love ❤️. I bought the grey so the cladding blends in really well, that comes in handy when you're driving over loose rock when the road workers are repaving the roads, no little pebble dings. This car works for me perfectly fine ❤❤

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

The huge cladding around the wheel wells and door bottoms and bumpers all looks cheap and is a (Monster Zonk) , might be ok for the base trim or off road version but the top trim it should be body colored metal. Super miss on the cladding. Everything else (engine pwr and mpg's and handling and interior seem nice).

[@Unchainedmaple888]

You say that, but actually the cladding covers most of the spots that get the most rock chips. I have a GR86 right now and it's just absolutely covered in damn rock chips so this cladding actually isn't that bad imo. Used to absolutely hate it too but it makes a lot of sense. Less damage during the winter too

[@DSedesse]

I agree but ever since I got my Hyundai Kona which has that cladding too, I’ve noticed almost all compact SUVs have it. Some more than others; but they all have this cheap looking plastic cladding unfortunately

[@Juhsentuh]

I really like the cx30 but that cladding on the side just makes it look like a toy. Love Mazda tho!

[@DKJ-2]

I own 2022 premium plus turbo. Fun & Zippy. 2 cracked windshields & 2 flat tires within 6 months. Got all 4 tires replaced now. Turbos use up gas & has a small gas tank. Beautiful paint but thin coat & shows up white if it’s scratched. Looking forward to a cx30 hybrid. It’s a perfect solution.

[@1mnoddity811]

Mazda cx30 is different and has options. I've been driving a mazda 3 since 2012. The driving experience has always been fun. I went with the cx30 because I live in a snow state and the extra ground clearance and off road mode made sense. I love my mazda and look forward to hopefully another 10+ years of ownership

[@crushbaseball4270]

My friend is shopping for a 2024 Mazda CX-5 Carbon Turbo, I would like to see a review of that if you get more Mazdas to review

[@mikeb3023]

Got 1 last February. Like it

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

[@RaitisRides]

You got it my friend!

[@mickeybrumfield764]

It would look better without the cladding.

[@Unicornpirate]

Then it would look like a Mazda 3 hatch on stilts.

[@cosmicviewer477]

I actually don't mind the cladding. It gives the car a more grounded look.

[@jdub1139]

🥊 J O L T’ N JOE keeps bringing the business! 👍

[@dukeofkool]

Being in the market for a new CUV, the cladding is what has kept me from choosing this ride.

[@TechT1999]

I must say I had a 2024 CX30 and a BMW X1 xDrive28i (twin Turbo 4cy) for about a month as loaner vehicles while my truck and car were in the shop. I was impressed with the CX30, it was definitely peppy. Was fairly quite in road noise and drove pretty well. I wish the infotainment system had a little more bells and whistles to it and was bigger. The one I had was the Deep Crystal Blue Mica with Black Leather. Overall I really like it for single person, high school/college student. the back seat was okay. I really liked the X1, the infortament was really nice with the big screen across the drives dash. Plus all the options in it and different display options, heads up display, ambient lighting, ect... The back seats were comfortable for adults. it drove awesome and was quite on the road. I drove it a little more than I did the Mazda just because it had more room. Both front, back and storage. The color I had was the Cape York Green with Oyster Perforated interior. Overall I would say the Mazda is nice and I would not hesitate to buy one if i was in the market for one.

[@juanguzman2954]

Thank for beautiful video and information 😊

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome Juan!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan]

Amazing review Joe.

[@Fyahking619]

I would love this to go with my Kona n and dodge hornet. Yes, that cladding gots to go!

[@capta1nmark]

Id wait till it gets a major redesign, too much cladding for my liking.

[@Boise_guy123]

That engine, especially with some light mods from corksports is extremely satisfying...way quicker than it deserves to be. The torque is just great foe a daily

[@pinkybaybeii]

I have a 2021 I love it the only thing I dont like is where the cub holders are my water bottle doesn't fit...

[@sandmangti7040]

Metal wheel arch fold not needed over large black wheel arch cladding. Like a spoiler on a spoiler.

[@waltzforvenus_9164]

I have the 2023 turbo premium plus model in the same color ( great color btw) it’s an amazing car . It has exceeded all my expectations.

[@rickjames6867]

I really like Mazda but those huge chunks of plastic down the sides and rear of this one, are deal breakers for me.

[@jdelano6171]

I actually prefer the dial for the infotainment as opposed to touch screen. My CX5 lease is up in November and the CX30 has major blind spots also there is a quality issue with the CX30s final assembly in Mexico. I buy Japanese I want it built in Japan.

[@bwelmhouse1]

Blinds spots? Your mirrors aren't adjusted properly if you've got major blind spots. Also, it's a myth that Mexico assembled Mazdas are inferior to the Japan built ones. I wish people would quit spreading that dumb myth. Mazda CEOs went to the Mexico factory to make sure that the quality of the units coming out of that factory are the same as the ones coming out of the factory in Japan. I have two Mazdas from the Mexico factory that don't have any more issues than people who have Japan built ones.

[@henryrifleownerpa1813]

When the CX-5 becomes a hybrid, and it still made in Japan, I'll definitely buy one.

[@babs075]

I've had those radio controls on 3 Mazda's that I've owned. Totally used to it now. A non issue. I find the touch screen on our minivan very distracting.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great ownership experience with us!

[@austinryan4456]

Mazda Is a beast

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you are digging this one Austin!

[@skyship707]

Thanks for this review! I've been eying the CX-30 Turbo for some time now. The Crosstrek is gutless and has a CVT, and the Outback XT is more car than I need. I need ground clearance and AWD for my commute. No other non-luxury subcompact out there does what the CX-30 does. I do a lot of tight city driving and driving through the out-of-control construction in Utah. I wish this vehicle had better visibility and more comfortable headrests, but there is nothing out there that checks my boxes quite like the CX-30 Turbo.

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan]

Yes of course Joe & I can buy this SUV 1 day.

[@nizo6673]

i just got myself a new 2024 cx30 na last monday love the car so much, u get a lot for what u pay for!! love the cladding on my platnum quartz color. also super fun to drive i think the cx30 is at the top of cuv i also got used to the dials lol i came from a chevy trax and im 6'3 the seats arer sooo comfertable

[@MisterMikeTexas]

That looks a lot like the one I'm currently renting from Enterprise! I like the car, but the transmission shifts weird and rough for a torque converter automatic.

[@ryanzeid146]

I had a ‘22 Mazda CX-5 Turbo Signature and the transmission was really jerky and rough. It’s a problem Mazda has across their whole lineup. The seats were really uncomfortable too, and the turbo lag was pretty bad. It also had a very firm suspension which, when combined with the uncomfortable seats, made for an overall unenjoyable driving experience. I’m so glad I moved on from it.

[@MiahV007]

@@ryanzeid146What did you replace it with? 👀

[@ryanzeid146]

@@MiahV007 2024 Toyota Venza Limited

[@groovymoon]

It's touch screen for android auto and car play when stopped. You can turn it on all the time in the menu system. That was on my 2023 C30

[@SME5724]

Love Mazdas design language but good lord that cladding is to much

[@Michael-ls5dx]

This trim has a larger screen and touchscreen enabled when in CarPlay or AA. Non turbo models do not have touchscreen capabilities.

[@waltzforvenus_9164]

I like how you use Taco Bell items as measurements for the side door storage capacity 😂👍🏻.

[@George-ux6zz]

You can make coffee in the holes on the engine cover Joe. 😂😂

[@re14437]

If I was looking for a sub-compact CUV, this gets my $

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you are digging this Mazda!

[@George-ux6zz]

It looks peppy.

[@DaniTheNachoPirate]

20 years ago I never really paid attention to Mazda, the last few years though their designs have been incredible. They are the only brand who can make a crossover deserve the word "beautiful" to describe them.

[@rafal4052]

Love Mazda

[@tuhinsarkar1423]

Along with CX-50 & CX-5.. Mazda should bring hybrid model for CX-30 also..

[@tomanthony2174]

Love the cladding on my Platinum Granite Metallic model. Agree it looks lousy on the swamp mud gray.

[@eerwig]

Nothing flashy, just a good vehicle with some decent power, esp that torque

[@MisterMikeTexas]

Good torque, rough transmission.

[@tfisthisman]

I hate plastic wheel arches. Doesn't matter what car they are on, they just make it look cheap.

[@barryeff8990]

My 2024 CX-30 Turbo Premium Plus has a 10.25" screen, and there is a setting you can select to make it touch screen.

[@eblazelee436]

You always hungry😂 I love it

[@bobby6849]

That whole bit about Jose's, I mean our, balls got me 😂

[@MisterMikeTexas]

Reminds me of Peter Griffin riding in the back of Meg's Jeep. 😅

[@PolyMazda]

8:15 the 2024 has a 10.25” screen

[@yournightmare9999]

But not to many people know about that 🤫

[@PolyMazda]

@@yournightmare9999 it’s quite apparent it’s larger than the outgoing 8.8” screen

[@paolor6771]

Great review as always! Does any one know if the 2024 turbo engines are still suffering from the head gasket coolant leaks?

[@Atomicbri]

Nope that issue has been rectified, and was the 2021 models.

[@srichardsnyc]

Black Headliner, Please!

[@mystictk4149]

Love Mazda!! this CX-30 looks good, no zonks for me.

[@RaitisRides]

That is fantastic to hear!

[@markfinnegan6038]

Agree...Nutter Butters ARE the best.

[@RaitisRides]

Great minds think a alike Mark!

[@George-ux6zz]

I know what vehicle you could show off that would have millions and millions of views. It would be your most popular video ever. The secret service wouldn't let you, but it would attract viewers worldwide. The BEAST, the presidential limo. 😂😂 Wouldn't you like to go on throttle in the beast?

[@franzalaska9512]

deal killer for me is a 12.7 gallon gas tank. for comarison, the Subie Crosstrek has a 15.9 gallon tank.

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good point Franz.

[@cweetXcape64]

I like the black plastic stuff going around the wheels.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad to hear that because there is plenty!

[@cweetXcape64]

@@RaitisRides 😄 like your reviews!

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Love your car video

[@whatthe6532]

Anything can be great on the highway. Great cars are decided when the roads get rougher.

[@VanquishedAgain]

Idk if it's a better luxury car but it's definitely a better car. 0-60 in 5.7 seconds (with 1 ft rollout). I got ~6 seconds from a dig For 37k it's an amazing deal

[@juanosorio3278]

If it was a hybrid instead of having a turbo I’d get it

[@eddiew.6485]

Doesn’t Mazda offer a “Terracotta“ interior option for the CX30?

[@RaitisRides]

That is a great question!

[@lorenschwiderski]

Has the Turbo had oil issues?

[@RaitisRides]

Not that I know of.

[@LeonEaves-qr5hz]

I would go where I could get hybrid for about the same price.

[@SiriasisOFFICIAL]

X1 is way better than CX30. Sure, it cost way more, but I'll go for X1 if its in same price range

[@geneticrex]

I have been interested in this vehicle for a while, but the clown car cladding is so hideous, I cannot bring myself to pull the trigger. Hopefully on a future redesign, Mazda decides to eliminate this laughable styling cue that makes the vehicle look cheap and downright ridiculous. If they do and I haven't replaced my Dakota by then, I'll grab a loaded turbo version in that gorgeous red.

[@EazybakeEvan]

It's crazy how honda, toyota, hyundai, subaru etc. All charge more for their competitor than the CX-30 and still offer way less 'car'.

[@crouchb15]

want my mom to get one instead of another fuckin jeep! you need to do a current x1 now

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you on both counts!

[@MrBacchus18]

Jeep people are loyal from what I've seen

[@blakespower]

just get the select NON turbo you save so much money than buying the turbo and a little better gas mileage

[@jsundberg5542]

has anyone ever seen a cx30 with the wheel cladding painted in the same color as the rest of the car. wonder how much that would cost??

[@RaymondLo84]

the best thing you can do next is to swap out these tires. It is just suicide to drive those in snow or ice condition.

[@jcollins9083]

Subaru dropped the WRX 5 Door and CX30 is closest in many ways. Dislike the cladding and miss a manual.

[@markallen2984]

Different people have different ideas about what "better" means but certainly the Mazda will prove to be far more reliable than the Bavarian

[@workharddieproud]

I passed a Ford Escape the other day on my skateboard. 😎

[@MoeCamera]

40K and they couldn’t even give you hood struts 😂

[@RaitisRides]

This is very true!

[@VanquishedAgain]

It's 37k

[@juve7]

A lot of clad.

[@DrewTillman-tr4ex]

Wouldn't consider this for $36;000,massive swindle.Might be fair at about $22,500.

[@Unicornpirate]

This is the problem with the Mazda 3 Turbo Hatchback. It has an SUV drivetrain in it same as this.

[@alengreen589]

CX-30 Luxury SUV, damn Joe you´re such a funny man 😂, sometimes I think that you have no idea about cars

[@RaitisRides]

You are ridiculous!

[@alengreen589]

@@RaitisRides or 40 years of experience with cars and motorcycles

[@rickysyal12]

Its touchscreen with carplay

[@baybae92]

I wouldn’t mind the cladding if it were gloss black, but I don’t understand why this lil crossover has to look like a fuckin offroad vehicle lol

[@KMantle]

Hopefully they redesign this by the time i'm ready for a new vehicle! Cladding is terrible.

[@RaitisRides]

Fingers crossed!

[@KMantle]

@@RaitisRides LOL.

[@1996ChevroletImpalaSS]

They don’t even compare

[@neokibo6899]

I have never understood Mazda's incursion into (affordable) luxury. However, this seems to work for my area as I see them selling like hot cakes. But then again the market in the province of Quebec is different from the rest of North America, it is more related to the European market.

[@RaitisRides]

That is an excellent point!

[@kenfrank2730]

Nice car but too small for me.

[@bobtay8847]

I generally like Mazda but I've noticed that it's instrument cluster seems to be archaic and doesn't change year after year. Just an observation.

[@RaitisRides]

This is very true. Maybe it is a case of if it ain't broke don't fix it!

[@yournightmare9999]

For 36K cx5 or cx50 is better option

[@fuadrahimov5859]

I think it’s 10.25”, not 8.8.

[@stillwaters4097]

36k is insane for CX 30 when you can get a larger CX 5 turbo for almost the same price

[@VanquishedAgain]

The cx5 is 3k more for the same trim level and .5 seconds slower 0-60 You buy the cx30 because you want a smaller. Quicker. Newer. CUV The cx5 is so dated it's sad.

[@diamondknight4815]

I have the 2024 premium, not turbo. The naturally aspirated engine will save you in the longrun, reliability over power any day

[@RaitisRides]

That is such a very good point! Thank you for sharing that!

[@MurseTech64]

Of course it is, Joe. The real question is when are you getting behind the wheel of a refreshed Rivian R1T?

[@MoeCamera]

Please don’t disrespect bmw like that. Don’t compare greatness to great-value.

[@RaitisRides]

You got it Moe!

[@blakespower]

the cladding is to try to appeal to Subaru drivers

[@taozhen9750]

Why cancel cigarette lighter at2024 cx30

[@Maddizm]

D.O.T should Ban Clad 😆

[@RaitisRides]

That would be fantastic if that happened David!

[@jtoth1234summer]

I despise the stupid cheap cladding in all cars, especially on the sportier cars.

[@RaitisRides]

I feel your pain!