2020 Mazda CX-30 Review | Is This Really Happening?

[@forzaviola9512]

I've watched most of your reviews from the beginning and you've just continued to get better at capturing the essence of each vehicle. I leave your videos with a strong sense of what a vehicle is and isn't, why it exists, and what makes it special (if it is indeed special). Every time I see one of these cars/trucks/CUVs on the road, it feels like the end of a narrative arc you've started with your review, and much of it comes flooding back. I value different things in automobiles now than I used to because of your work. Mostly though, I come for the latent homoeroticism. And the dildo jokes.

[@savagegeese]

This comment had a deep impact.

[@belowdelancey1025]

i'm going to have to second this - your photography and shot choice is also so well done. The slow pans, the cuts (without overdoing it) excellent. My only criticism, as a viewer and fan is the musicality, sometimes things come out of left field. I could take it or leave it, but overall tend to like the more atmospheric scores you use vs the really vibrant/energetic tracks. Great stuff, I legit actively await your next vids.

[@savagegeese]

@@belowdelancey1025 Some of the music choices really come out of left field. Ill be doing an edit and I get to a place of, let me just be stupid with it. Some of it is to break up the routine and other times its just a bad choice.

[@belowdelancey1025]

savagegeese I’m glad I was kind of on point then, that’s essentially what it feels like, which then feels like it’s true to your personality. Appreciated all around, keep doing your thing brotha. And fwiw, if you need some visual design support give me a shout, it’s my bread and butter. Would love to lend a hand should you ever need it.

[@Bob_B_A]

savagegeese I personally love the city pop grooves 😆

[@x3merx3mer]

Mazda is killing it. I tested everything in CX5 range, didn't even seriously considered CX5 ...but once I tried it - thats it, i'm sold, nothing comes even close (not until you add ~20k usd). So now I am one extremely pleased CX5 owner. I really hope they get the reputation and numbers they deserve.

[@djnivs9347]

Im considering buyin one have you had any issues w it at all?

[@x3merx3mer]

@@djnivs9347 i only had one issue, whistling sound from side mirrors on very high speeds, but they addressed it and it is gone. It's been 3 years, so I'd say so far so good 👍🏻

[@sebi8647]

@@x3merx3mer hey any update on ur cx-5?

[@x3merx3mer]

@@sebi8647 still driving it, loving it.. I should switch to a 7 seater since my family got bigger, but I'm having a hard time deciding to sell Mazda. I'm really happy with it in every aspect

[@afarrel3195]

@@x3merx3merswitch to an cx8 or cx9

[@MaxSpeedMike]

I really like how this feels like a high quality vehicle, with attention to detail, buttons, interior noise. It's nice to see Mazda making affordable cars with nice quiet, quality interiors.

[@DaedricFaZe]

The irony when he says that at 2:03, he uses the Climate Control gauges, and those ones if you spin them very slowly wont register. You ask "Why would some one spin them slow?" Well if you have minor onset OCD and can only have your temperatures in variations of 5, if you only want to go up 1 degree its a bit difficult.

[@antongalazyuk3117]

@@DaedricFaZe You can easily move by a degree. They work flawlessly.

[@JohnMaxGriffin]

Parker Raimondo They’re soft-click knobs. Each click is one degree. You don’t even have to look at it to get a one degree change. One of the main things I couldn’t stand about the Teslas I’ve driven.

[@coldstonecanc3rgang994]

@@DaedricFaZe Then those with minor onset OCD shouldn't get a car that's not for them. Problem solved

[@dornierserctajon8094]

@@DaedricFaZe maybe their target market are not those with OCD then..

[@apollosbrownies]

Current HR-V owner here. We purchased ours when the only real competitors were the XV CrossTrek, the Juke, the Countryman, the X1, the Encore, and the Trax. It was the best bang for our buck, but more contemporary competitors have far, far outpaced the HR-V now. This looks like an entire class above the HR-V and indeed most of the competition. We're satisfied with our little Honda, but if we ever decide to upgrade or replace it, this is going to be the replacement!

[@natrone23]

I like how the center of the steering wheel is small.

[@mrpink3630]

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[@aaronbryan5095]

Ikr, it's not big, chunky and in your face unlike most of its competitors.

[@thesim1990]

@@mrpink3630 Very enlightening comment, give yourself a pat on the back.

Jacob Ross They are not designed as push buttons. You have to use them as a rocker switch, touching the aluminium part and switch up and down. Then they are ok for me.

[@FRUMindsEye]

Agreed, compare this to e.g., the Supra's wheel, the middle of which is the size of a pizza

[@M0oMo0Man]

This is undoubtedly the most in depth and high quality review on this car. The level of detail and cinematic quality is truly in it's own class.

[@buchajo]

And that's why I love Mazda! A delightful experience for those who venture outside the box of Honda and Toyota....

[@jeldibye]

I love Mazda's philosophy as a carmaker. It's just a shame that they live under the shadow of Honda, Toyota & Nissan.

[@ryanburkholder2076]

Honda and Toyota, yes. But I think they've surpassed Nissan over the last few years.

[@jeldibye]

Ryan Burkholder & you’re right from a vehicle quality/reliability standpoint, but they don’t have the brand recognition that Nissan has

[@andrewvalentine6001]

@@ryanburkholder2076 i agree. toyota and Honda are still good cars so being behind them is fine in my opinion

[@Rika906]

Honda and Toyota yeah. But Nissan is just pure crap.

[@jeldibye]

Tony Again, yeah. Chrysler is pure crap as a carmaker, save for a couple of their divisions; doesn’t change the fact that they’re one of the big 3 in the U.S.

[@thebittertech]

Dude your production value is off the chain. I love these videos. Thanks for tackling "real" cars.

[@kamalmaharaj]

This channel is making the best reviews on the internet right now, every serious car manufacturer needs these for all new models.

[@javierbacelis1416]

Even if I don’t care about the car being reviewed, I still watch. I always learn something. Thanks for the high standard of quality Mark👍

[@converdis449]

I can see that the CX30 will be Mazda’s best seller. It will sell to those that like the Mazda3 but find it to small and need more space. It really is that goldilocks car for Mazda and the market

[@eeyoresv]

Spot on

[@JerEditz]

Yeah, seeing the projections of the CX-30, it seems to have taken a chunk out of the Mazda 3, 6 and CX-3

[@cesarequevedo8943]

Until people see the video on KZbin name "Mazda CX30 ac problem when accelerating"

[@DanUtley]

That opening tune made me feel like I’m watching a Bond movie. Also, holy f*** the production quality!

[@James-il3tq]

Came here to learn about Mazda 30, not watch a movie.

[@themadminuteman]

+1 def sounded like a Bond flick intro

[@christopherchapman8740]

Goose likes to compose a lot of his own music. He is getting much better with experience, kudos to him even without training (afaik).

[@thisismagacountry1318]

After this Daniel Craig movie, Bond is officially dead. At least in my book.

[@Shamus71]

I’ll be leaving a BMW for a Mazda and I think I’ll be happy. The companies are so similar in design philosophy.. but Mazda is more affordable to own.

[@OnoOne]

I own an old Mazda with almost 300,000 miles on it. Not only are they affordable to own but you can own them forever.

[@MaureenStapletonFan]

The BMW X2 and the Mazda CX-30. I love them both. My wallet is saying Mazda. The CX-30 has blind spot monitoring; the X2 doesn't have it ... not even as an option.

[@ghogsten]

My cx9 is 13 years old. Still fun and fast to drive. Just get the top engine offered, and enjoy.

[@johnfaires6317]

I had four BMWs over the last ten years. Switched to Mazda, and got the new CX-9... love it. Funnily enough, I get way more people commenting on my car than I ever did in a BMW.

[@mrnovacan2158]

@@OnoOne I had a 1998 Mazda 626 I bought it used with 138,000 K it was 5 years old ,was the base car 5 speed manual, I drove it 5 yrs had 186000 k when I sold it ,it was a great car great on fuel and I had no issues just regular things brakes pads rotors etc ,I currently have a 2007 Ford Fusion SEL which I have had 12 yrs now 3.0 v6 it has been a great car as well, however I do not want a TURBO, so my next car coming up in the next year or so will be a Mazda,, right now if I did it today it would be the Mazda 3 ,6 speed manual optioned with the moonroof , as my Fusion has,thanks for the great review of the Mazda 30 and of the 3, I watched both!

[@WJK1022]

I hope Mazda sells a billion of these so they have the money to develop products about which I actually care.

[@CarsMeetsBikes]

Will Kelley I hope they funnel all their profits from this into the Miata

[@savagegeese]

Everyone needs volume sellers to fund cool stuff

[@brodiwheeler7583]

Manufacturers are going more for the volume and not really reinvesting in the cool stuff, with only a small amount of exceptions. Mazda needs to bring back the MazdaSpeed editions of the 3 & 6, but it doesn’t seem likely with the garbage torsion beam rear suspension on the 3 hatch. 👎🏼

[@aaronbryan5095]

I know Mazda can make great sports cars, but I just wish they would something much more serious than the Miata. Don't get me wrong, the new Miata is a very good car but it's still no FD RX-7 in terms of driving feel and overall performance.

[@nsbioy]

@@savagegeese Take a Corolla, put a Mazda badge on it and sales will instantly go down by 90%

[@spanieaj]

I drove a rental CX-5 some years back. I was thoroughly impressed by the driving dynamics. I am NOT an SUV (CUV) fan, but I think I might consider a Mazda for my next vehicle after my true love outlives her usefulness.

[@thomasconrad2729]

I drove the CX30 today and I thought it was awesome. I am 6'1 and felt great in the bucket seat with ample head room. The back seat is cramped for tall adults, but that just means that you don't have to take your car if you are going somewhere with more than one tall adult. The Bose sound system is righteous with 12 speakers. It has more than enough power for me with excellent acceleration to get on the freeway. I'm buying one tomorrow.

[@2004cyrus]

Thomas Conrad did you get it? I’d love to have your opinions! Thank you

[@JG90984]

Did you end up buying it and how is it after 2 years

[@thomasconrad2729]

@@JG90984 I ended up getting the CX-5 instead. I really liked the CX-30 and if I were younger, I probably would have bought it. But the CX-5 is a lot easier for me to get in and out of because it sits a bit taller. I have no complaints with what I bought and have had zero problems so far. Good luck with whatever you decide.

[@BronzeGoldfish]

Man, you genuinely have the highest quality videos I’ve ever seen. They are so well put together. I really appreciate you getting into the engineering, makes your review much more thorough than others. Also, you’re the only person I’ve seen use impulse response plots in their videos 😂

[@JimboJones99]

Trump 2020 🇺🇲

[@grandpa5508]

Definitely goes into more details than many out there.

[@Amc825]

I don’t mind the plastic panels. Don’t have to worry about paint chips and rust.

[@deansmits006]

The main draw, to me, is that when you eventually get in a fender bender, these unpainted parts are faster and cheaper to acquire. Insurance companies should recognize this and lower rates

[@i.p.knightly149]

@@craiglicata The only time most people take them off road is when they drive into a ditch.

[@kylein209]

uh, you realize those plastic panels are literally held on to the side of the vehicle using metal clips, right? So they have to punch holes in the bodyside panels, and then seat metal clips into said bodyside panels. It looks like garbage, and it actually promotes rust since rain, salt, and dirt get trapped between the plastic and the bodyside. I'd have bought this car if it wasn't for those obscene plastic bits. The CX-5 at least looks proportionate, but on the CX-30, they're just plain hideous.

[@buchajo]

@@kylein209 the cx30 cladding is par for its class. Check out the Kona if you disagree....

[@anindareza8946]

There’s something about the way you review cars that’s just different...I can’t put a finger on what it is but it’s like I’m literally sitting with the engineer, the designer and a auto journalist all at once and just “talking cars”...great job and interesting car!

[@laurentmussard9423]

That's exactly the impression I had and the reason I subscribed to this channel! Really one of a kind.

[@aleksandrakora]

Did a test drive of this beauty today! It felt great on the freeway. When he said that his gf at first liked the CX5 I said, "oh my, I wanted to buy CX5 as well!" but after today's test drive I really love the size of CX30. It will be a great upgrade for me, since I am the owner of Mazda 3 (2008) and though still enjoying the rides, it is the time to let her go on the retirement.

[@JBoulter11]

I gotta say, I am so happy that Jack is here. He really adds a lot to savagegeese and I'm glad you found a partner in him. Thanks for this quality content, guys. Also jfc I hate the plastic cladding.

[@ksoman953]

The bromance can be felt. Poor Turbowski got canned. But Mark left him speechless ;)

[@TheChannel1978]

@@ksoman953 Hopefully Turbowski will be back. His dead pan exchanges with Geese regarding car reliability or modern cars in general are priceless

[@solidsnake5614]

Mazda is always my favorite

[@diavolorosso69]

@Randy Jackson Let me guess: Honda fanboy?

[@NoteFromSELF]

@Randy Jackson Hey. I had a Daewoo rental car once and it drove great.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Just wish they had a BMW 2-sized, small V8 RWD sporty sedan. Like a more sharpened RWD version of Mazda 6 with a V8. Oh a person can dream. I'm just tired of the usual droning ubiquitous 4-banger.

[@bbob114]

I honestly hope this channel blows up and gets the attention that it deserves. It's insane how much more information (that's actually interesting and helpful!) I get compared to other KZbin reviews or even major sites like Car and Driver. Keep up the amazing work!

[@JamesOrtonVideo]

Mark thanks for the shout out, and this review, the time you took with me, and help in all of this tech coming our way in the industry, that one you borrowed already has a new owner:)

[@LuxordGenius]

I have watched so many car reviewers and walkthroughs and just car youtubers but holy cow did you just gain a sub. By far the best car talk I have ever seen and had the pleasure of watching. Very well done!!! Update: 11min in and still 100% think this is the best in-depth look I’ve seen of this car with facts to prove everything you y’all about and totally cool and chill about it. With phenomenal drone captures.

[@rosseypik114]

So many channels toe the line on comparisons without giving viewers an honest opinion. You give it straight and that keeps me watching. The graphs and analysis are also much appreciated. Great channel.

[@jaysefmacmanus8858]

I can appreciate the magical addition at 6:16. Thanks, Mr. Goose.

[@AdolfoRamirezescritor]

you helped me to decide to get this car. last year I wanted the CX3 and the CX5 is too big for me and my needs. I already gave my deposit and I’m waiting for the CX30 in around 20 days. great video! very helpful for someone that is not a car enthusiast but is looking to buy a good car at a good price

[@buchajo]

Let us know your thoughts after you start driving it. Interested! :)

[@tarikdelic9009]

How has it held up? I’ve just put a deposit down for one

[@AdolfoRamirezescritor]

@@tarikdelic9009 great! You made a good choice I’m still happy with my Cx30

[@tarikdelic9009]

@@AdolfoRamirezescritor Awesome! I look forward to picking it up in a couple of weeks.

[@RoyalFizzbin]

“They literally have science.” - Mark

[@savagegeese]

Dont ever argue people when they have science.

[@cat-em3mj]

@@savagegeese How bout you tell us whats in that bag? or maybe a hint?

[@TheRguru1]

Yeah. Mr Mark! Science!

[@savagegeese]

You guys are cat and science deniers.

[@TheRguru1]

@@savagegeese I live in Australia, which we all know is a fictional country. My entire existence is denial.

[@leenmeenmememachine]

I love those price segment charts, really well put together and informative

[@roderickl9539]

This time, the intro music made it look like a beginning of a mystery movie... CX-30 seems to be the Goldilocks choice when it comes to the choices of this type of vehicle... It's the just right size... I'm sure there will be some people who'd look into this vehicle... Empty nesters, perhaps? They would have an occasional passenger in the back but, for the most part, it would be him and her going somewhere and the space in the back is ample enough for all their stuff... We'll see if there will be a lot of buyers of this model... Well done!..

[@aleksandrakora]

I think you are right! Empty nester will love it! 😁

[@johng.4959]

Mazda - Love their philosophy and love it even more because they set themselves apart from all the other "Sears Kenmore" mentality. Respect. 👍

[@briankeithking689]

Your in the shop section is my favorite part! Thank you so much!!!

[@remytv]

It's the best. Nobody else on KZbin does it better.

[@briankeithking689]

@@NoteFromSELF "You are" in the shop section is my favorite part? Incorrect

[@agoatmannameddesire8856]

Love the direction Mazda has gone overall in the last few years. Bought my ND Miata without even getting in one and was hugely impressed with the interior quality even back in 2016. It legit feels better than my previous IS350.

[@PookDaWook]

Awesome video as always. That drone footage in particular was so well shot. I feel like such an american saying this, but I never would have thought the CX-5 was "big" enough to warrant an in-betweener. Sign of the times I guess.

[@ericletasse5129]

Honestly, when I heard the CX 5 being too big my immediate reaction was "that's a first."

[@buchajo]

As a CX5 driver.... I agree. I think it's the right size. I may have to go sit in a CX30 though just to see what the fuss is about!

[@stevee8318]

Already a recall on the cylinder deactivation tech. Such a stupid idea to save 1 or 2 mpg

[@mikej243]

Agreed. It's a good response to all the emission regulation to keep NA engines, but it's ending up just another over complication vulnerable to failure.

[@jamesmedina2062]

Yes. And why in the hell don't people get classes on vehicle upkeep, environmental protection, and how to drive less miles?? What good is a Prius if you drive it around the Earth 100 times???

[@Affalterbach1967]

Should deactivate the piston instead-- same benefit, but piston is smaller than cylinder.

[@Jowurel]

Definitely a buzzkill for a lot of vehicles. Even the C7 Corvette

[@Corkfish1]

Definitely a bad idea. Fortunately this has it only in the premium trim. The other levels dont have it!

[@ivan72087]

Now this is the Mazda cx-30 review I was waiting for!

[@buchajo]

Yep!!!

[@MaxSpeedMike]

So close to 300k! 1mil is around the corner, and it's well deserved.

[@jasoncee666]

Shows how many dumb folk are around he should clearly have 1million+

[@Lees3132]

I agree as well... There are other reviews that aren't nearly as deserving of subscribers. I would expect him to have many more. At least double the subs.

[@ivan72087]

This dude should have a least 1 million subscribers he is 10 times better and more interesting than some other auto reviewers and I won't say there names....... unless you want me to lol.

[@namepending-x2o]

Yes 100%. This is absolutely top notch. Best work on the net regarding car reviews. Quality never really competed wt quantity, unfortanately....Goose's camera work and editing should be receiving awards!

[@namepending-x2o]

And music selection! Top notch, once again!

[@cglawrence]

mazda has truly evolved into something amazing.

[@gregcass12]

Mazda has come a very long way and I convinced my parents to get a new 2020 Cx5-gt with the classic 4 cyl tubo. 0 complaints and is amazing inside and out, great review!

[@buchajo]

Beautiful vehicle!!

[@FallenDevil5150]

I just gotta say your cinematography makes even desert look appealing

[@leesonneville1817]

"Based on their study of science and psychology, they've figured out that people are stupid, basically." LOL

[@BrodeyDoverosx]

Leeso nneville it’s a confirmation that their science is accurate though.

[@alp21188]

Paul von Helger of course they spendt a lot on this study. Because they’re stupid and wanted to prove that they weren’t stupid

[@georgedoolittle7574]

"screen time is the problem" has been a well known human created physical disorder going on almost a Century now. There's a place for this in the stable as such of course.

[@teddyhenriquez5192]

LMAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)

[@micks4522]

They not wrong lol

[@kenhoward3512]

Beautiful review, especially when combined with the extremely-detailed, previous Mazda 3 review (which explained why the switch to this particular, Mazda-tuned torsion beam rear suspension is not the deal-breaker many would assume). I would easily choose this CX-30 over a Crosstrek or any of its other competitors.

[@rdm925]

Thanks again, love your videos and reviews. This is a great small Mazda and what I believe the CX-3 should have been. Would look to buy one, but I bought a CX-5 Signature a year ago. I wish it had the Skyactive X engine and a few items my CX-5 has, such 40/20/40 rear seats. Rear USB ports, power passenger seat and ventilated seats. I hope they sell tons of them. Mazda deserves higher sales in the USA.

[@hawkermustang]

Seems to me like this should just replace the CX3.

[@remytv]

Cx3 is even smaller... It's mostly a mazda 2/yaris hatchback right?

[@hawkermustang]

@@remytv Yes the CX3 is very small. My mom looked at one. She thought it was too small, so she bought a Honda HRV.

[@swatrifeman]

Yes the cx-3 is just a mazda 2 lifted.

[@godemperorofmankind7255]

@@mezzb My front wheel drive Volvo V50 does great in the snow as well, but it has snow tires. Snow tires gives people more traction then an awd system.

[@godemperorofmankind7255]

@MegaDave Agreed. Snow tires and awd is the best option. Snow tires and fwd is better then awd and all season tires though.

[@curtr.5083]

No matter what you guys review I find myself always really excited to watch your videos. Whenever I see a new video of yours appear I always watch that over any other channel’s new videos. Keep up the great work; you guys are an perfect mix of entertaining, informative, and concise.

[@thinc2272]

No Mazda has ever been introduced with such gravitas as in this video. :) BTW - love the comparison graphs - super useful. Thanks for continuing to try new ways of presenting information.

[@inctru]

I purchased a 2022 CX-30 Carbon Edition AWD one year ago after shopping around for a small Crossover & comparing the competition. If you can get past the thick, generic-looking plastic cladding, this is easily the best small Crossover in the segment. Backseat space is cramped though in terms of adult seating, so move up to CX-5/CX-50 sizes if that is important to you. No build quality issues or problems to report on my CX-30 after the first year thus far.

[@2685544526855259]

I’m probably going to purchase 2023 CX30 CE. How are you liking it?

[@ARRehman802]

Best review of the CX-30 so far

[@SamNasab]

I like that you can hear the tires grip the road on the turns. 15:00 .

[@BigGroupHug]

Re: plastic cladding As someone who lives in the upper rust belt, after losing several fenders and sills to brown rust holes, the cladding is attractive

[@buchajo]

@@333mystic it's par for the cx30 class. Everyone else in the class has it too. Start with Kona.....

[@halc.2899]

Until it fades into an ugly shade of .....yech.

[@oORegularKevOo]

You by FAR are the best reviewer on KZbin!

[@Bazoo-1968]

You’re simply the best at this. Thank you for another great review.

[@marcrobert2603]

We bought one. And we have problems and issues with it. Problems are: noise in doors,rearmirror console,stearing wheel and open roof. Water in rear light. Dehumidifying off windshield. Mirrors don't open when temp is under -1 degr C. Water and ice in fuell filling system. Spring noise in rear seatbelts when driving cobblestones. Alarms during 30sec when connecting rear seathing belts. SPCCI didn't work first 2000km, the display said it worked, but fuell consumption was skyrocked. No manual on explaining workings from SPCCI. Dealer and mazda gave wrong info on SPCCI.A lot off rear-train driving noise when you are on rear-seats.Our 323's and 2 CX3's were better. So please keep this in mind when you buy one.

[@marcrobert2603]

Windshield wipers are so insufficient.

[@ilpatongi]

You're always going to find a dud when buying something that's factory made.

[@pucus21]

Mark, this is perfect for my wife as well, she was looking into CX-5 and it was to big for her . CX-3 is way to small.

[@AJR1129]

I wanted one of these last year and went to the dealer convinced I would come home in one. But sitting in it for the first time it immediately felt too cramped and low on visibility. I was coming from a Scion xA. I thought like Mark's girlfriend that the CX-5 would be too big, and it looked large from a distance, but after test driving it, it didn't really feel that big and had so much better visibility and breathing space in the cabin. I actually love the look of the 30 though

[@tarogo3278]

I love the way the engine growls and the way it hugs the road at those turns. Plus that stunning exterior! Sad to say, the AWD signature here in the Philippines is equivalent to $39,546.27 US.

[@buchajo]

For the CX30??? :(

[@andykuhn4968]

really appreciate that you delve into these cars...no campy stupid comments...just information

[@lisaw7633]

This video was definitely helpful. I have this on my radar i'm so in love with this cuv. Think i'm gonna see what the 2021 model will bring. Hopefully usb connectivity for the rear and little less cladding. Everything else as far as i'm concerned is good. Was torn between the Kia Seltos and the CX 30. I've been binge watching the videos and still leaning towards the Mazda. What impresses me so is that everyone says how quiet the cabin ride is and that is awesome to me. I have an older Kia and they are definitely not quiet nor has a good ride. Thanks for a candid video

[@quaarjet]

The 2021 CX 30 will have the 2.5 Turbo from the Mazda 3.

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

i have a 2016 cx5 and a 2018 mazda3 hatch. your vids were helpful in my research before i bought both of our mazdas. i have been pleased with each. i would seriously look at a cx-30 when the cx5 hits 75k miles in a year or two. thanks for the effort and the sharing. i am an appreciative subscriber. thumbs up.

[@EverythingEnnett]

This was an awesome review. I am interested in this cuv and have watched other channels review this car ( redline, and your boys the straight pipes) and they have blown this car off. Like if you don’t like it still give some effort and give a good review. But I guess you know what your getting into when you watch. I like how you review for the everyday guy. Like the child seat reference and fitting that huge suitcase in the back is what people want to know about when they select a car, along with mechanical changes and what trim level you should get to avoid certain features. Awesome video again and please keep doing what you do.

[@rossawilson01]

After having test drove one this is the best review I've seen of this car. The hight is great if you like exploring and taking back roads and don't know what's coming up or suddenly bumping up off the road up a mud bank to jump out and take a photograph.

[@stevenspecht001]

I'm glad that it's finally 2020, which means i can test this and see if it lives up to my expectations. Hopefully in the late spring i'll be upgrading from my early 2010's compact hatch. It's time for a change.

[@TheWesman45]

Man, maybe I just don't watch this channel enough, but I can legit never predict if this guy is going to like something or not.

[@pappyodanial]

Blue interiors need to come back. I miss my 1988 420 SEL silver with all blue leather so much.

[@chunkychuck]

i have a 94 C220 with blue MBTex

[@JimboJason]

Your 2016 CX-5 video sold me on that vehicle, and I am extremely happy with it. I will definitely look into a CX-30 when the time comes. Thanks for all the great effort you put into your channel!

[@tmh44]

I recently leased a 2019 CX-5 Grand Touring AWD, and am really enjoying it. This CX-30 definitely appeals to me as the CX-3 was too small and the 3 hatch did feel a bit cramped and dark inside. I think it looks great on the screen, body cladding and all, but will reserve judgement til I see it in person. Great video! PS I did consider ground clearance on my CX-5, but that's only because I have a steep driveway into the garage ;)

[@buchajo]

I love my 18 CX5 Touring too... but am intrigued by this CX30.

[@ThaWolfe1]

Absolutely fantastic supporting all of the facts with the graphs, most people are visual. Thanks you so much

[@TheAdventureAuto]

I died laughing at you talking about your luggage and seeing how big it was when you were holding it.

[@kurtbilinski1723]

The twisty paved road they were on is the road south of Palm Springs CA, and is the same road seen at the beginning of the old and classic film, "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World." You're welcome :)

[@JoshCraver9000]

Mazda is criminally underrated! The only thing this CUV needs is a 5 cylinder engine!

[@godemperorofmankind7255]

Yes! A worthy Volvo successor.

[@MrCarGuy]

Save the I5 engine!!!

[@danielpark7821]

I remember when I first saw savage geese at 5k subscriber. I’m glad I was able to be part of this journey into greatness

[@texleeger8973]

Really, really hoping DeMuro 's in that suitcase.

[@EM.1.]

I hate that dork.

[@10ee]

Rest in pieces

[@stevennelson209]

Only if the suitcase has quirks and features . . .

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@EM.1. That's a strong emotion. Surely you don't mean that.

[@agzand]

This is the type of review that car enthusiast like watching, a lot of accurate technical details. Glad that I found and subscribed to this channel.

[@soufsidemotorsports8418]

Congrats to 300k! You've deserved it, plus 700k more!

[@PapadakisNikolas]

In an era full of fashion victims and nonsense influencers, your reviews revive the good old fashioned auto-journalism i grew up with during the 90's. Thanks for sharing your love for automobiles, giving us every single detail for the products you review (i haven't seen any other reviewer talking about issues with the cylinder deactivation mechanisms some manufacturers have) and speaking out your subjective opinion in the most concise and objective way possible. I'm eagerly waiting for your next review, just like i was waiting the next issue of my favourite magazine when in was a teenager. Thanks

[@iiWaffles95]

Love the outro. Keep up the great work Savage! I wish you had a $1 patreon pledge option for us low tax bracket folk

[@joker927]

2 years later I'm in the crossover market, search youtube for reviews, and find savageese videos I already thumbed up b/c I just like watching these reviews. lol

[@XboxUnitD77]

So I got a 2019 Mazda3, and I actually have to complain about road noise. I have had several people notice road noise through the integrated phone system. It varies most with road conditions, but it has gotten noticed by others. I don't notice it because I jumped into it from an 03 chrysler product, so road noise was the norm (especially when I put in coilovers). I love the car itself, but some of the systems are unrefined. Cruise abruptly and over aggressively changes speed when a vehicle enters your following distance. It may see the car ahead of you before it enters the following distance, but it makes no change to speed until you cross that line, then it slams the brakes and drops you 5 below whatever they were going to build the distance again. No hint of casually matching the speed as you get closer. next Pretty sure it's going to get fixed, but my fuel economy says 11mpg. I have gotten 38 after a day of driving, there is no way it only gets 11mpg, apparently there is a bug that stops logging economy, but keeps reading miles, so the first 1200 miles of economy gets stretched over all the miles you drive. Resetting the trip only temporarily solves the problem. I do have the AWD option, and after the first big michigan snow, It was insane. The level of control and stability is amazing. Yes I was able to gas it when accelerating from a stop sharp turn and get the back end to slide out, but then it slowly brought me right back in line and kept the car straight. It lets you have the fun, but with the grace of a pro saves you from being too stupid. I love the car and highly recommend it to anyone, but given my technical automotive background I see where there could be improvements made, some very simple, others less so. Would I trade it in if they came out with a turbo engine option... I'd have to seriously consider it. While the acceleration isn't slow, It isn't enough to be snappy. It can move out of it's own way, but certain motions just take longer than i'd like. Such as highway passing I'd love to go and pass really quick with lots of power, and find myself winding it out more than i'd like. I plan to keep this car for a while and don't like to take it over 4500rpm, and while it just doesnt make any more power past that, It doesn't make quite enough. I'd like to see just top end power improve a little and maybe a small bump to 200hp. Turbo could solve that. I'd be fine with the same 2.5T from the mazda6, but lower boost to get it to maybe 200-215hp. Also what is up with the lane keep? I come within 10 feet of the right line and it beeps and buzzes and turns the wheel, but I have to basically cross the line on the left side before it will even chime once.

[@roycezaro1998]

That's quite a premium soundtrack, no doubt to complement the premium state you filmed this review in.

[@alial-karkhy3956]

Well done, I really enjoyed your review.

[@marekeos]

Dude. That intro was far superior to anything Hollywood made in the last...oh...23 years or so. Fantastic!!!!!!!

[@darksideemt]

Great job! Personally if I was going to get something like this it would be between this and the Crosstrek. I would probably lean towards the Subie just because I have always really loved the Crosstrek but I would definitely give this a test drive against it and decide after that.

[@darksideemt]

@@acrabadacra3916 We did eventually get a Crosstrek but it didn't last long. It was for my wife and she decided she wanted back in a sports sedan instead of a small suv. Crosstrek was a great daily though

[@TheRealSiberD]

I'm on our fifth Mazda. Two Miata's, Tribute, CX5, and my first one, a 1972 RX3 :)

[@fabium3410]

Gotta love the production quality

[@Epitopi]

Kudos on continuous releases while maintaining your crisp quality and B-roll. It's awesome to watch.

[@solidsnake3861]

mazda a great manufacturer

[@Saboda53]

I noticed the more refined switchgear on my 30AE Miata right away! I’m lovin’ how Mazda continues to sweat the little details that improve, in many subtle ways, the quality of the driving experience. I agree about the plastic cladding. Shades of the Pontiac Aztec.

[@jacksonnjagi4145]

The intro, damn💯

[@jag1963]

ive got a new cx5 and it looks just the same as this. even staring at i cannot tell the difference. one things for sure it has a luxury feel. its amazing

[@CBarbour806]

Damn you're good. I appreciate this review, as well as your Mazda 6 review.

[@mannytamayo6314]

I think you're one of the best in the business,. Congratulations. a greeting from Colombia South America

[@Jacobk66]

That ending! 😂 I felt like I was watching some of the other KZbinrs... Why I love you!

[@bigbro8270]

Love your vids! I really don't see much car reviewers actually lift the car and talk about the chassis design in the details. Great job and pls keep going!

[@tttinft]

I'd love to see the review of Base trim that you have! How much value is it at its core...

[@ianbaillie6378]

@@mezzb Not everyone lives in Vermont or Utah, you know.

[@buchajo]

@@mezzb my CX5 Touring is 'just' FWD. No AWD. Works fine for me.

[@buchajo]

In general Mazda has been loading up their base trims with more and more standard goodies. Even in base... it's well equipped.

[@podatus1098]

Love your reviews. Our 2014 Mazda3 is still trucking along. We will drive it until the wheels fall off.

[@casualsuede]

Cars like this are a study of compromise. To keep the car at 22k, for a smaller manufacturer that does not get the economies of scale of a toyota or gm, you have to cut costs in places to be competitive. So for everyone who wants porsche performance, audi interior quality and bmw dynamics at a price that is competitive is not realistic. So to me, this is a great car. I don't care about technical specs especially if you compare it to real life feel. So if a car with a torsion bar suspension gives me a similar ride to a double wishbone setup, I'm not going to complain. I'd rather have a reliable natural aspirated engine over a zoom zoom turbo that may cause problem down the line. I would gladly live with unpainted body panels if I can get a better interior, as I spend 95% of my time INSIDE THE car, not LOOKING AT THE car. I'd rather have more trunk space than a fancy exterior. I'd rather have comfortable seats (since I spend hours and hours per week in a car) vs highly bolstered performance seats. So you guys who complain that this isn't a Mazdaspeed cx-30, this car, i guess, was never made for you. Car companies like mazda, who are less than half the size of competitors like Honda, and toyota and don't have the deep pockets of a massive corporation behind it like subaru, Mazda has to make critical choices that need to make it money in volume. That means making practical choices over passionate ones. I personally like the direction they are going, giving more value in intangible benefits such as quality of materials, sublime interior and external design, good noise and vibration supression.

[@TheJesperX]

Your production quality is really stunning. You're competing with the big ones here

[@BMWE90HQ]

My dad has a CX-5 I’ve driven it a few times I have never thought it was “too big”.

[@ryanburkholder2076]

No, my wife has a 2019 CX-5, feels barely bigger than my Civic, just taller.

[@allroadsawesome]

BMW-E90-HQ CX-5 is way to small. Wish Mazda offered something between the cx5 and cx9

[@ryanburkholder2076]

@@allroadsawesome They used to have the CX7. Honestly I wish they had something a bit bigger than the CX9..

[@Marmocet]

You're taking these reviews to a level where they're now a form of art.