The 2020 Mazda CX-30 Is Mazda's New Fun Small Crossover

[@rodrigoblake1380]

Doug de Muro, the type of guy that doesn't need a cameraman, nice clothes or expensive production to entertain us every single Tuesdays and Thursdays. Thanks, Douglas.

[@akilghosh]

He has a camera man/woman though

[@mestreg5687]

And usually does some paid reviews, like this one. For sure. If you change just the badge for Maserati he will trash the same car.

[@lukefinch6880]

Mestre G obviously he would because this is a budget fun small suv. All Maserati would do is change the badges and triple the price

[@akilghosh]

It's definitely paid alright. Because if it was any other car than Mercedes, he would have claimed all that power was unnecessary

[@nicolasboivin9746]

That’s one Doug the type of guy statement I can bet behind

[@vitor.faccio]

15:30 "brake and accelerator both depressed simultaneously" So there's 3 of us

[@aadi8568]

Ooft

[@GamesLegoemais]

4*

[@MV60]

That's how you stall it up to launch it.

[@nathanielross8232]

This is actually good to have. In my CX-5, the accelerator and brake pedal are close together. So close, that if you wear a wide shoe you can hit them both simultaneously. I’ve done it unintentionally.

[@AdamG1983]

@@nathanielross8232 So....a way to compensate for a terrible design. Thanks, Mazda!

[@alvarodr7619]

I really like how Doug reviews every car with pretty much the same level of excitement, budget Mazda or crazy lambo

[@holyhelo5speak]

true, but definitely a little less excitement in his voice in the beginning of this one

[@firefoxuser2557]

budget Mazda with active cruise control and a sun roof. ill take that

[@kurogane2638]

lol you have a point, but Maserati would charge 50k for a Chevy Malibu.

[@LightningSe7en]

Which is why we love the guy.

[@BobThe9534]

same

[@GaryKetchum808]

I’m very surprised at the rarity of new Mazda’s, they’re well made, pretty, sporty, reliable, Mazda has been killing it recently.

[@iamtheone2292]

I don’t care for cross-overs more into the sedans

[@iamtheone2292]

A real bisexual petrol-head why would I do that??🧐

[@thatcarguy2064]

A real bisexual petrol-head “in Europe” ah yes, the man who has cameras at the corner of every street in Europe. I get it, it’s the 2nd smallest continent in the world, but not THAT small. In America we always see the newest stuff like 2010-2020 models you rarely see a 1970-1980’s car.

[@thatcarguy2064]

A real bisexual petrol-head also, what’s your obsession with throwing rocks and wishing deaths?

[@toxy3580]

People acting as if the new Mazda 3 is sporty... not with that terrible rear suspension it isn't. The Corolla rides better and handles better.

[@wmcwalletmakers]

Mazda is one of the most underrated brands right now. Decent styling, good pricing, good reliability, and they refuse to switch to CVTs. Hopefully they don’t change.

[@Fneodnwkscnela]

I appreciate how Doug still reviews cars that normal people would buy along with super cars. Rather than some car reviewers that don’t bother to review cars like this anymore 👍🏼

[@basshead.]

It will rust like there's no tomorrow.

[@nicknicky873]

I want him to review the 2020 Honda civic Hatchback sport manual!!

[@everything777]

Boring though isn't it.

[@OneLiterPeter]

@basshead... No it won't. All of the mainstream car manufacturers electrostatically charge the car and dip it in multiple rust preventative solutions before applying paint. I would bet that a Bentley or Rolls will rust before a cheapo Mazda does.

[@basshead.]

+OneLiterPeter That's your own but obviously wrong opinion.

[@xbowracing]

5:22 I was thinking "Quirks & features: cupholders on the engine?!"

[@pex_the_unalivedrunk6785]

LMAO! Hahah! On top of the engine cover...brilliant! Mechanics will have a place to put their coffee or beers while working on it.

[@hemesath3]

SAME! Lol

[@bestbuykaren698]

@A real bisexual petrol-head It's.A.Joke

[@AMR15H]

anew742 I think the last one😂

[@xbowracing]

​@A real bisexual petrol-head Your sense of humor isn't that good, is it? ;-)

[@GBeRt96]

9:03 “There’s a tiny little storage area where you can put small items” -Drug De Muro, 2020

[@nickhottle773]

Beeert deceased

[@CrimsonSlayer7]

i have a 04 mazda 6 and i'm glad to see they still have this storage area lol

[@EqualsDeath]

@@CrimsonSlayer7 almost any car has that shit

[@mrrrr1921]

Storage area for condom

[@bryankrejcarek2386]

Haha. A garage door opener goes in there. Its perfect.

[@christianmorgan7470]

coming from a mazda owner, I personally love the wheel for the screen. once you get used to it, it becomes second nature. it also allows you to change every setting in the car without getting your arm tired.

[@brianrainey2739]

Christian Morgan Agreed. I took this vehicle for a test drive and I figured it out immediately. Mazda knows drivers need to focus on driving and cut down on distractions. But then Doug says a lot of things that don’t make sense. You get used to it. Also, there is enough room in the rear seat for most people. Dougs measurement is having a 6’3” person in the front and a 6’3” person directly behind. Not typical for most users so not a good reference unless you are a family of Dougs.

[@christianmorgan7470]

@@brianrainey2739 I do agree with you in the sense that his points aren't always accurate for most people. Mazda certainly makes their cars driver focused, wether it be the entertainment system, to having a true automatic transmission and not a CVT.

[@Modnar621]

I have a 2019 Mazda3 and I agree. At first it was a little weird, but once I got used to it, like you said, it becomes second nature.

[@ProManirule]

Agreed 100 percent! Also, when I get I to a different car and hate how I have to reach my arm so far to turn my volume up( I like my seat all the way back) vs my Mazda 3 where the volume dial is so conveniently placed where my arm is already resting on the side. Mazda did a great job with their interior

[@XantoS771]

I always felt the engineers at Mazda are car enthusiasts and know how cars should handle and feel.

[@kgb4187]

Because they are. Check out Savage Geese's look into the MX-5 and you'll see all the engineers he interviews.

[@joyzz6533]

only agree that mazda's interior designs are more attractive than others, but the built quality of their vehicles are in par or even below mitsibushi or nissan if you get a good one out of a good batch, otherwise premature failures occurred in less than 2, 5 & 7 years of owning a mazda: engine mount leaking, transmission control module & speed control module failures, all sorts of electrical issues shut that a vehicle shut off ramdonly & power steering was disabled, & frequent burnt out of light bulbs in the glovebox or in the interiors. these failures should not have occurred so frequent in a car that's less than 9 years old or in the said years above. i'll not consider buying another mazda for my next car. also the so called "fun to drive" is very subjective just because most car reviews said that the rest just parroted.

[@god1284]

​@@joyzz6533 Jeez wtf what type of mazdas have you fucking owned. My parents used to own honda cars but upgraded to Mazda SUVs (CX 5 and CX 9 both top end trim) and the CX 5 has been going for 5 years no issues at all and the CX 9 has driven for a year with no issues, my mum did sell the CX 5 for a Lexus NX300 F Sport because it was getting old and she wanted an upgrade but the car carried full passengers, full heavy loads in the boot and went for heaps of kilometres with literally not even one issue in 5 years of heavy daily use. Now after considering a RAV4, CRV or CX 5 I've after heaps of research and a few test drives, bough myself a Mazda CX 5 Akera and compared to the RAV4 and especially the CRV it's got way better performance and handling and the interior feels amazing compared to the other 2 along with way better cruise control and lane keeping assist. Also compared to Mitsubishi the build quality on the interior feels better with more solid parts that feel like they won't break or rip off even if I tried my hardest to break them, one of the things Mazda does best is actually build quality and rigidity. And people say Mazdas are fun to drive because they perform better than competing cars, and they do have better turbocharged engines and steer better so I wouldn't say that the statement is incorrect although it is subjective. Mazda is more of an entry level luxury brand than a average consumer brand, with cars that feel wayy more expensive than Toyotas or Hondas or Mitsubishis or any competing cars for the same price, they may be priced a bit higher on the versions with nicer leather and real wood but that's justifiable. Unless the Mazdas in america specifically are super super shit compared to Mazdas anywhere else, everything you said is wrong, I know many other people with Mazda cars and have never head of the issues you're speaking of.

[@joyzz6533]

@@god1284 I bought a brand new 2010 mazda 3 gt that was built in nagasaki, japan. It's a 10 year-old car that had been started aging/behaving like a 20 yr old car after owning it for 2 yrs. I brought my mzd3 to a mzda dealer for basic maintenance services for the first 5 or 6 years. Now I have all kinds of sensor lights flicker on n off daily on the dashboard.

[@Jacob-yd7gd]

Old comment I know. But yes, absolutely this. Drive a Mazda 3, then drive a Corolla right after. The difference is insane. Their cars in general feel much more enthusiast catered, even the most mundane of vehicles they produce. They also always feel much sportier than comparable vehicles.

[@xaninator]

Mazda's red paint is by far the best paint of any economy cars right now. Maybe even better than most luxury brands

[@twillias4714]

It's stunning

[@PowerandLuxury]

Candy apple?

[@roywhiteo5]

Its the best red ive ever seen in person. it looks like there is depth to it

[@Varekai0723]

@@PowerandLuxury Soul Red Crystal

[@tomaskot9278]

It is indeed a nice, but it is also extremely common. You almost get the feeling that all mazdas are that same red color.

[@darchandarchan7036]

0:15 conclusion- crossovers aren’t cars Take that global market!

[@Tore_Lund]

Small crossover, The car for fat people not wanting to be stereotyped driving a pickup. However, calling it small won't make you look slimmer.

[@arsenalfanatic09]

@@Tore_Lund or it's for people who drive at night and don't want to be blinded/get a headache by a pickup truck's xenon lights behind them

[@Tore_Lund]

@@arsenalfanatic09 In the EU, a headlamp must be between 500-1200mm above the road surface, and the beam dip below horizontal, so Even trucks don't blind me from the rear in my puny car if their lamps are adjusted correctly. Though it does happen when people leave extra lamps on, but that is rare as they are illegal for road use. Still, there is this little knob on the bottom af the rear view mirror you can push forward just for that. Guess it depends on where you live?

[@arsenalfanatic09]

@@Tore_Lund North America driving on large highways at night can be pleasant if no traffic or give you a headache if an asshole in a truck talegates you even if they have room to pass but don't which happens enough to be annoying. These dumb tall crossovers make sense in North America where I don't think people think about adjusting their lights

[@benjamincaron46]

Nowadays, people will be saying "It's not I want a car, it's: I want a crossover."

[@H0FFER]

I've had a CX-5 since July. It has the same dial to control the infotainment, but it's screen is touch as well. I never use the touchscreen. I bet I've touched the screen 2-3 times total. The dial is just right there, and I don't have to reach up to the top of the dash. As to entering GPS destinations, I use Carplay and Siri. I've never used the included GPS.

[@OlegAryutkin]

Jason Hoff same here. Drove a Mazda 3 for 2 years, used the touch screen once. The jog dial is spot on. Don’t even need to look at the screen to do stuff.

[@NoteFromSELF]

I thought there were no touchscreens in Mazdas for safety.

[@H0FFER]

@@NoteFromSELF I think 2020 they removed the touch capability. My 2019 CX-5 definitely has a touchscreen. Actually, it only works when you're going under 10 MPH.

[@NoteFromSELF]

@@H0FFER Ah. My sister and I drove the Mazda3, CX-30 and the CX-5 yesterday. I had only been in the CX-5 until the CX-3 came out. (I don't need a lot of space.) We both liked all of them, but were really impressed with how fast the CX-30 was in even normal mode. In sport mode it was crazy, especially for the segment and the price, without having to shell out for turbo. I was waiting for the Toyota FT-4X to be released but will most likely buy the CX-30. It handled wonderfully.

[@markog3654]

What pisses me off in my Cx 5 is the amount of times you have to turn the dial in order to change the radio station, for exaple touch screen would be better there, other than that Im prety used to the dial and it is safer plus no finger marks on the screen :)

[@rohanchhima1946]

Mazda's interiors are extremely high-class for their price point. Mazda's are like a better Toyota.

[@evan8tor21]

Rohan Chhima hope he will do the Mazda 6 next

[@ETr4d3]

i vever considered a Mazda but this car looks really good, may need to visit the local dealer

[@mohammadokdah1863]

How dare you😠

[@Smearrrrrrgle]

Rohan Chhima they’re only nice when they’re new. Even 20,000 miles feels used

[@themarinect]

Driving and handling are also better than Toyota.

[@IceTeaF00t]

Doug, I just wanted to take this chance to thank you for taking the time and effort to translate the Imperial units into the non-Imperial ones. Thank you for being aware of your non-US viewers! Really appreciate it man! You forgot to mention the Heads-up display at below $30k

[@cblackjeep98]

Freedom Units!

[@pinheadlarry1019]

You know there's a name for those non imperial units, right?

[@IceTeaF00t]

@@pinheadlarry1019 You know no one likes a smart ass, right? What does it matter? i think the fact that i thanked the man for it is more important than the fact i forgot the name of the "non-imperial" units, isn't it? But well, most probably you are one of those people that much better though shit at others than actually acknowledge the good in their actions...I pity you

[@BobThe9534]

maybe he didnt realize tht there was a heads up display

[@امبناتماما]

وخخللسيار0

[@a1hero_]

The absence of a touchscreen is actually one of my favorite things about this car. Especially when driving down bumpy roads, I tend to get a lot of misclicks. Also as someone who REALLY likes haptic feedback, that's lacking on most cars so it's hard to tell if you actually did what you wanted to do. I also really like the positioning of the screen on this car for things like GPS and radio.

[@kingzach74]

I think the problem is though, most car manufacturers today are doing both. Giving the owner or driver the option of one or the other. Haptic feedback from a wheel, and giving the option of a touchscreen at the same time. Mazda for amazing as all the other features and options they offer...it would be nice to have both options available to the driver or passenger. Like imagine if you want your passenger to set your destination, it would be kind of difficult for them to lean over and reach for the rotating wheel that is designed to be accessible to the driver to adjust really anything on the screen. The scroll wheel is a great feature that many other automakers are more and more using, but the option for a touchscreen should be up to the driver, not the car company. They are in some instances far more efficient at interaction. ESPECIALLY for address entry. Sure there is voice input, but with road noise, possibly kids or other adults in the vehicle making a lot of noise, it really isn't always the best option. Having more options for interaction is certainly better than less.

[@GrowthCurveMarketing]

The advancements in engine efficiency over the last 30 years are stunning when you think about it.

[@AltimaNEO]

Yeah, my 05 Altima has a similar engine, 2.5L 4 cylinder. But gets 10 less average mpg.

[@justinluttrell1769]

If only they weren't completely offset and cancelled out by the ever-increasing curb weight of your average vehicle.

[@GrowthCurveMarketing]

@@justinluttrell1769 - absolutely right, man.

[@MangoVisionn]

Justin Luttrell you realise these aren’t engine dyno figures right? The fuel efficiency are on road numbers, I.e they take into account the curb weight.

[@BeanieNinjay0]

MangoVisionn what? I don’t think that was his point. There were already cars from the 90’s that were already getting amazing fuel economy figures even by today’s standards. The advancement in engine technology, particular in efficiency has improved significantly, but it’s offset by the ever increasing weight of modern vehicles.

[@Grey646]

I wish my wife would touch me like Doug touches the CX-30's interior.

[@rickc2102]

Just wrap yourself in fine, stitched leather.

[@chunkycheese73]

Dude seriously creeps me out

[@ZepG]

Maybe if you let him drive one of your cars he can touch you that special way.

[@cristianocarrilloso3343]

@ 8:43 😂

[@maxcentral]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@x3merx3mer]

Mazda is killing it! Finally a premium car for non-premium price. Got CX5 6months ago, tried everything else in that price range, nothing comes even close..especially when it comes to quality in and out, sound insulation...which you wouldn't expect from them just a few years ago.

[@molossergirl2]

We've just bought the Mazda CX3 as we wanted a small crossover. I can't wait to pick it up next week! We've owned Mazda's for about 15 years. Every car we have owned has been great, they never let you down, always start come rain or shine. Our last Mazda was a Mazda 3 2ltr Sports Nav, a beautiful car but hubby is 6' 3" and had problems getting in and out, so the CX3 works better for us.

[@NikA-wr6px]

molossergirl2 the CX-3 my Aunty has is smaller then my Mazda 3

[@yammmit]

molossergirl2 Mazdas* Not a single person in this comments section has been able to figure out that apostrophes NEVER denote plurality.

[@NikA-wr6px]

@@yammmit Comment* yammmitupyourass

[@govinlock8568]

@@NikA-wr6px CX-3 are based from Mazda 2, of course it is smaller

[@smoglessmeat]

I bought a 2023 cx30 and it’s so under rated for the price. I don’t want a huge suv for when I go to work, but I don’t want to have a tiny car that can’t fit much. Good mix without being awful on gas mileage. Plus it’s super reliable and fairly fast. The price is unbeatable

[@FuelEconomyTest]

Doug's Wife: *"Aww! Our newborn baby looks like the both of us. What should we name him? "* Doug: *"Let's name him Crossover... Crossover DeMuro"*

[@Notorious40z]

Fuel Economy Crossover “Quirks&Features” Demuro.

[@jmoney7289]

Joe Kinchicken you say this on every video what's the deal?

[@eincville]

Jay Monay trolls gonna troll

[@jmoney7289]

Erin McFarland you think he'd give it up we all know Doug's swinging Down to those scraped up knee caps

[@markmorgan03]

@Joe Kinchicken some people are less masculine in their actions... nothing wrong with that

[@arthur-db9if]

Doug the type of guy to make the best car reviews on KZbin;)

[@johnnymichael1804]

How's his ass taste?

[@user-ve9tu5rv6e]

@@johnnymichael1804 cheer up Johnny

[@johnnymichael1804]

@@user-ve9tu5rv6e oh I'm gooood buddy. :)

[@tjk9263]

@@johnnymichael1804 Are you jealous you didn't get the first lick or something?

[@johnnymichael1804]

@@tjk9263 haha not at all. You guys really aren't that witty. I just hate stagnant, predictable, cheer leading comments on KZbin, and, it's a free country, so I voiced my opinion. Carry on fellas.

[@rajeshmohan4045]

Doug's wife: Honey, where are we going for valentine's Day? Doug: I know just the place to be! CNC MOTORS: Oh Shit the Barbie jeep guy is back! Quick hide!

[@decepticonstinger3150]

rajesh mohan 😂😂

[@jkulick82]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@JakeWorden]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@thatcarguy2064]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@yasintrotman7044]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣☺️🤣🤣😂😂😂😂

[@danielc3321]

Another reason to go with this class that folks don’t often talk about is parking. I suppose you can get used to parking anything, but I live in a really congested area where many parking lots are small, the spaces are tight, and the parking area is just a few feet from a busy road. So I appreciate a small vehicle with good packaging and features.

[@rodinhoo]

this!! it's really all about what a car does with the interior space that it has that's more important than anything, not just the pure amount of space. doesn't matter if you have the storage space of a uhaul if u don't need it or if it's not usable.

[@vernonsmith8749]

Doug you're without a doubt the absolute best at what you do. I'm 60 years old and disabled and I always watch the entire episode and actually can binge watch you. I also found myself telling people to watch you on KZbin. I haven't gotten into more doug demuro because I'm such a fan of your original show. Keep up the good work.... Dude you're KING OF THE HILL. Keep up the good work..Vernon

[@SeeWorldKevin]

Definitely a mazda 3 with a lift kit.

[@professorweedington4962]

Now that's something I would buy

[@saiyajin356]

Looks pretty good to me

[@juice_whoranit]

Literally exactly what it is. I looked one over doing a pre delivery inspection on one, exact same car

[@ALMX5DP]

@@juice_whoranit which is pretty cool considering this CX-30 is cheaper than the 3 hatch.

[@19ThreeLions97]

It could be good. Like, Subaru Crosstrek drove really well and you can drive it in worse conditions than an Impereza. Still, 3 looks just sooo much better than this bar of soap xc-30. I hope its good tho.

[@supersammich344]

Doug when he meets a new girl: First, I'm going to check out your quirks and features, then, I'm going to take you for a ride, and finally, Doug will score.

[@smoki9024]

Pls stop we heard these jokes already

[@johnnymichael1804]

@@smoki9024 55 idiots obviously still think they're funny.

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

Original. Trending page Simps have infiltrated Doug's comments I see.

[@alfa668]

Xaxaxa

[@taze27]

Gold!

[@alexfreed8745]

Wait one, maybe two years, buy it used with low miles, and this thing is a steal.

[@schwenda3727]

Lightly used Mazda 6's are already pretty low priced, much less last gen (mid 2010s) Cx5's. Trending towards the mid teens for a fully loaded Grand Touring trim it looks like...

[@andinicpon4743]

I feel like it already is close to a steal tbh

[@algerae1984]

Hell yea

[@alexchopper7997]

I went to the dealership looking to buy a Hyundai Kona, but walked out buying this Mazda C-30. First time ever owning a Mazda in my life, and I couldn’t be any happier. So far so good!

[@SamLoki]

How's it holding up? Still like it?

[@Mudig]

it's significantly more frustrating to use a touch screen while driving. I don't know why this is so difficult for Doug to understand. Imagine typing shit up when you're bouncing up and down on your car. Totally pointless

[@AbeYousef]

nevermind that its shown that it is over 10x longer to look away from the road to use a touchscreen vs just turning a knob. Its actually a safety measure even if a "bit inconvenient" at first, it forces good habits

[@diplomatofthesosbrigade931]

I figure typing at all while driving is A. a bad idea and B. difficult no matter what. Idk if you could manage muscle memory with that dial, but if you could, I'd agree.

[@grisza77]

I really hate touch screens in cars.

[@arthurgadz646]

@@diplomatofthesosbrigade931 agree, when you want to type, just stop..its too distracting..

[@krombopulousmichael3302]

@@diplomatofthesosbrigade931 Mazda wants you to use voice recognition--either the built-in infotainment version, or Siri / Google Assistant in CarPlay or Android Auto. You shouldn't have to use the dial to manually type much of anything.

[@BSGSV]

Can't wait for station wagons to become the revolutionary new innovation (again).

[@anirudhbandaru1595]

A real bisexual petrol-head calm yourself down lad

[@easternvirginiadashcam]

A real bisexual petrol-head pretty sure he was talking about the United States market.

[@isakjohansson7134]

@A real bisexual petrol-head its a joke

[@rallysauruswrex]

@A real bisexual petrol-head mr internet warrior

[@ack434]

@A real bisexual petrol-head Yea your favourite past time is trying to be a nuisance lmao.

[@rustynutsmedia]

I’m actually digging how it looks. It’s good to see Mazda continually improving.

[@RJ-jh9fs]

Premium pricing...and economy seating.

[@thatcarguy2064]

Doug: Tries to show us the turn signals on on the mirror The camera: ahhh fric I cant handl dis

[@angelobruno6400]

A real bisexual petrol-head why u always so angry lol

[@SoulKiller15]

@A real bisexual petrol-head wow, take the stick out of your ass buddy.

[@alexk1682]

A real bisexual petrol-head pipe down

[@thatcarguy2064]

A real bisexual petrol-head bruh I know chill ur fuggin’ beans

[@prahaladkashyap9413]

Mazda's design language is SO beautiful though!

[@Nestor535]

I agree I love mazda vehicles there beautiful cars once a mazda driver there's no other car that drives so smooth

[@e70_x5_guy4]

I completely disagree, I think Mazda is terrible at designing.

[@invi.sk98]

@@e70_x5_guy4 What?, explain

[@ScreamsPenguin]

Honestly the CX-4 looks really sleek and cool. Wish they made it over here.

[@Datsun7705]

Other people: air vents Doug: CLIMATE CONTROL VENTS

[@rickc2102]

Me: vents.

[@MattRevs]

Normal people: Air vents

[@FireFox2382]

Me filling in word count for high school papers lol

[@racecrasher99]

The way Doug smashes out these reviews for us 😍

[@MujoRamic]

Bought one in March, here in Austria. So far, great car. Previosly I had VW Passat, and it is totally different experience. Petrol engine is awesome, automatic gearbox with 18" wheels, perfect combo. Good job Mazda 👌

[@bushmant6279]

Looking at moving to one from a Passat diesel as well. Still liking the change?

[@MujoRamic]

@@bushmant6279 Every single second of it. I had literally 0 problems with it!

[@JonLauro]

I have this car and I'm blown away. The tech features alone are worth it. Not to mention the interior. ✌🏻

[@sargvsu]

Bought my first Mazda last fall. It's true about the infotainment rotary dial. At first it was weird, but over time, you beging to learn the "patterns" so you don't even have to look away from the road at all. Any time I drive my wife's Jeep, I find myself staring at the screen longer to find the Burton I want to push. Mazda is correct - it's much less distracting not having to touch the screen and poke around.

[@rajmoran]

I like Mazda's styling over the last five years or so.

[@doublestrokeroll]

Yeah they really seem to have upped their game.

[@southpaw117]

I think the current generation is okay, but it is definitely a step up from the previous generation which I found to be hideous. However, if they were to do a wide-body AWD 6spd Mazdaspeed3 much like the TCR, I'd seriously consider upgrading to it.

[@patrickm.4754]

And, he totally skipped the quietness in the cabin and the BOSE sound system.

[@Nestor535]

I agree

[@easternyellowjacket276]

My wife and I just drove one for the first time, a 2023. It is amazingly quiet and the seats are very comfortable. Plus the normally aspirated engine now makes over 190hp.

[@dccorallo]

Driving one of these as a loaner while waiting for my 6 to get repainted (soul red paint issue). I love driving this car!! Such a nice ride and beautiful interior.

[@entertainingcenter4826]

I love Mazda they are doing so much under the radar. They are the ultimate underdog across the board. Doug I commend. You do very detailed and balanced review keep it up man

[@Jangopenguin]

I agree with Mazda about touch screens. Buttons enable lots of tactile feedback when using infotainment systems, which also allows many common functions to be memorized and inputted without even looking. After a few days driving an Audi A4, I can say im extremely comfortable using the infotainment system which is controlled with a wheel similar to this, I can't say the same for my brothers GTI or my father's Accord even though I drive both very frequently. I think touchscreens shine using Android Auto and Apple Car Play though, so I think a combination of physical buttons with some touch controls are really the best

[@Real_MisterSir]

Doug: *spends 20 minutes praising the CX30 for its cheap price point and upscale features Also Doug: "It gets a 6 in value" .....

[@samueldwinell7354]

Daniel Kemnitz TBH Doug’s “value” metric is super vague and random.

[@PhilipOberg]

Yes good point. What is value and how's do you rate the value of a brand new car model like this.

[@johanneswielenga6902]

@@PhilipOberg A lot of his value ratings are based on resale - how much depreciation will occur.

[@luker1431]

Daniel Kemnitz Dougs scoring is useless. He needs to give his scores relative only to the cars in that segment. If this is the best in the segment give it high scores. Don’t give it a score on speed/power/acceleration of 2 when there is no other in the segment faster 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️ Seriously I have seen so many negative comments about his scoring that you’d think he’d re-jig how he scores and just state that the scores are relative to the car class he’s reviewing.

[@Real_MisterSir]

@@johanneswielenga6902 The CX30 has comparably more equipment and more upscale features than its pricepoint rivals, so there's no reason it would depreciate more than others in its class, most likely the opposite - and small subcompact crossovers generally dont have much depreciation anyways, it's not like a merc than can be expected to lose half its value in 7 years. Of course all this should factor into the value score, but Doug seems to forget all sense of common logic when putting that score down, it's like he's rolling a dice that only has the numbers 5, 6, and 7 on it.

[@shenqiangshou]

Thank you for the excellent explanation of why the - and + manual shift should be the way they are in this car (and BMWs).

[@edlemur]

My M3 was like this before i converted it to manual and it completely felt right. especially on a 1-2 hard upshift

[@rachelsmith2200]

A real bisexual petrol-head idiot

[@harbl2479]

A real bisexual petrol-head That’s your opinion. I think the new 7 series looks awesome. Imposing and expressive. The first 7 series I’d have over the S class

[@robertshea4652]

A real bisexual petrol-head you really love calling people idiots, don’t you?

[@korndogz69]

I can't believe he failed to mention the greatest quirk and feature of all: Two cup holders on the engine cover!

[@marcelstanford1957]

Doug I commend you for telling us about things a vehicle does that no other car reviewers do such as the volume control for blinker sound. That's worth knowing and you're the only one I've heard mention it. Well done!

[@Dave-lc3cd]

Doug: I love this car and would definitely buy it. Also Doug: 4/10

[@peters5090]

screaming

[@pakdolan]

Last time I was this early, Doug was still driving the Hummer.

[@johnnymichael1804]

Last time I came this early, I was getting a Hummer 😛

[@booger7720]

I really like that they decided to include two cup holders on the engine cover. I know that modern shoppers are looking for novel amenities. Bravo!

[@backyardengineering816]

Doug is the type of guy to get decapitated in a foam sword fight

[@borapychhay9619]

Doug: "I especially like the leather in this car." Doug: *Proceeds to molest every patch of leather in the car*

[@RJ-jh9fs]

"Leather!"Where?

[@fusiongaming8281]

A real bisexual petrol-head Man, KZbin is full of people who take stuff too seriously.

[@supetroop172]

@A real bisexual petrol-head name checks out

[@thatcarguy2064]

A real bisexual petrol-head possibly your “petrol-head” needs to stay below 2,000 RPM for a little

[@topkek7003]

Fast Car Boi23 i dont think hes ever got it above idle 😂

[@RobertGlastra]

Turn signal clicking volume adjust is an amazing feature to make available to the driver. I wish more cars had this. The harsh and loud clicking of the turn signal can literally dissuade me from considering some cars.

[@juliannenoon6387]

Touchscreen is irrelevant in a car ive owned Mazda for years with a touchscreen and I only use the console wheel control.

[@2004cyrus]

Julianne Noon same here

[@spencerme3486]

Me too

[@RoguePC4U]

And me

[@juliannenoon6387]

Me too

[@paulgemperlein626]

How does this work for CarPlay?

[@5nbome114]

Hey Doug, I'm a mazda salesman myself, you missed a pretty wild quirk, theres a subwoofer in the spare tire, I discovered that just this morning, I was hoping you would talk about it but oh well lol

[@chrisdolmeth8603]

That's kind of normal though

[@matte8441]

I know some Nissan’s have those as well. I had to take apart an older Murano once and I was confused as to what that weird device inside the spare tire was.

[@juice_whoranit]

That's only on higher trim models I thought

[@michaelconverse5127]

My mk7 GTI has one of those

[@ilpatongi]

Every "compact" car with a decent audio system has one of those

[@Kavi4GP]

Thank you for including metric figures!!! The control system is similar to the Audi , and it becomes natural.

[@beach4me2007]

I just test drove the 2024 CX 30 it seems to have a little bit more backseat room and I really like the way it handled

[@clockhanded]

Officer: Did you shoot that man? Doug: Yes, but I'll get to that in a minute...

[@dagoose.]

When he gets arrested he reviews the quirks and features of the officer’s Ford Explorer Police Interceptor

[@daftnord4957]

Mazda's killing it i think. love the simplicity

[@anew742]

The touch screen navigation thing doesn't make sense, who puts in an address while driving? Hopefully nobody lol

[@lesm285]

I would think by now most people would be using their voice via CarPlay and Android Auto to enter destinations.

[@iamtheone2292]

anew742 ikr

[@evan8tor21]

In the 2016 models until they got rid of the touchscreen I know Mazda disabled all touchscreen controls whenever you went over 3mph or so

[@ezrablasing]

Ford disables a lot of features when moving too.

[@deafleppard1812]

Touchscreens r very dangerous. Hopefully u wouldn’t think to use ur phone while driving so I don’t c the difference with using a touchscreen. It’s basically just a bigger phone almost

[@Ben_Mayall]

I love the new designs of Mazda’s. Out of the box and aggressive. If only we could get MPS (Mazdaspeed) versions.

[@Raven16691]

I think Mazda kinda buried their Mazdaspeed division. At least in Europe the last MPS car I know of was the second last generation of the Mazda3 which left the market in 2013....

[@RandomlnternetGuy]

I dont want mazdaspeed crossovers though.

[@notsaab]

I'm still waiting for a new Mazdaspeed 3, sadly they don't want to make it for the new Mazda 3, they killed the MPS division ad previously said

[@StayMadNobodycares]

mazdas been a little limp for a while.

[@davevolz6138]

Riccardo Spadano True. Croosovers that are fast make zero sense. Go fast to slow down for corners!

[@Jeffrey_Wong]

I just bought a CX-30 for myself and thought I'd chime in with my own 2 cents re: the infotainment system. I, like many young folks my age, grew up surrounded by technology. The fact that all 2021+ CX-30s (and to my knowledge all but the base trim of the 2020 version) come standard with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay means you don't need to spend any time faffing around in the infotainment system if you don't want. Android Auto/CarPlay replace the built-in infotainment system. The voice button on the left of the steering wheel calls up Google Assistant/Siri when your phone is connected. I can control pretty much everything by voice without even looking at the screen, and the few things I choose to use the center dial to control are quick and easily accessible. The clicky feedback on the dial is great, it's super reliable and I never misclick, which is my main gripe about using touchscreens in cars. Plus, by ditching the touch aspect of the screen, Mazda is able to place the screen in a much more convenient viewing position, and it's not constantly covered with fingerprints the way a regular touchscreen would be. I totally get why this is a controversial design choice but I have really grown to love it.

[@Vincent-qy9yw]

Those LED fading turn signals is what Mazda calls "distinctive light pattern" when I first saw one of these on the road i couldn't believe my eyes. it looked like leds but had the incandescent fade in and fade out, just a little faster on the fade in though. i did some google search on it because it was so creative!

[@salocin911]

Thank's Doug, I didn't even know this existed. I was set to go look at a Honda HRV. I will check this out this weekend for my Daughter. We already have 2013 CX-5 with 180k on it and love it.

[@ilikecorn500]

If you’re curious of other opinions, The Straight Pipes hates the HRV and really likes Mazdas and the CX-30

[@pex_the_unalivedrunk6785]

*Zoom zoom*

[@kevina2052]

Or.. you can buy.... A REAL CAR. these thing are literally just a slightly lifted hatchbacks.

[@AXELVISSERS]

@@ilikecorn500 straight piping a crossover? Lol

[@bubberlad]

@@kevina2052 lmao why are you so assblasted by popular trends?

[@inforthewin3231]

Finally, I love normal car reviews

[@MACAVELLE50]

"I love the turn signals fad in and out" - then they flash irradically (shutter speed and LED refresh rate are not friends). LOLOLOL

[@MACAVELLE50]

@A real bisexual petrol-head that was my point. The shutter speed on the camera and the led refresh rate make it look like it's flashing.

[@zbfuller]

I have a 2016 Cx-3 adaptive cruise, and even though I can use the touchscreen as a touchscreen... I only use the dial and buttons. I agree it's less distracting and keeps the screen fingerprint and smudge free.

[@diplomatofthesosbrigade931]

I feel like we'll look back at this era of Mazda as some sort of golden age. They're all just so good, but they're not popular. I love Mazda.

[@Fifthcell]

Mazda really is the underdog in the affordable auto market. Amazing looks and great handling for affordable prices. I need a new Mazda NOW. (I also think they should’ve named this one the CX-3.5)

[@jpp9491]

"Mazda has more crossovers than cars" (Mazda 2, Mazda 3, Mazda 6 and...) Mazda MX-5: -Am I a joke to you?

[@Kburd-wr6dq]

The Mazda 2 isn’t sold in the US anymore. There is Mazda 3, Mazda 6, Mazda mx5. The crossovers are cx3, cx5, cx9, cx30

[@HellsJerome87]

Kyle Burdick But the new Yaris hatch and sedan sold in North America are technically both a rebadged and facelifted Mazda2.

[@jpp9491]

@@Kburd-wr6dq Didnt know Mazda 2 wasnt sold there. Anyway, here in Spain we dont have the CX-9 so is more like 4 cars vs. 3 vehicles-Doug-refuse-to-call-cars

[@damilolaakanni]

I thought there was a CX 7

[@RazoE]

@@Kburd-wr6dq it's sold in Puerto Rico which is considered the United States, so technically it is sold here

[@trevorberridge7171]

They are absolutely right about the click-wheel for the screen input. I have a 2020 Mazda3 Hatchback and it is significantly less distracting that way. I wouldn’t want it any other way.

[@sonichallbartender]

How're you liking the 2020 Mazda3? I have a 2017 that I'm about done with and am deciding between a new 3 or a CX-30.

[@notrub225]

@@sonichallbartender Oooh that's a tough one. I think the new CX-30 is based on the 3?

[@sonichallbartender]

@@notrub225 I went with the CX-30 with Bose and I love it so far. Really fun to drive.

[@notrub225]

Cole Norum that great to hear. I want a CX-30, it looks like a well thought out car.

[@deanbarnes1252]

Mazda's are way ahead of the game with visual design. Best looking cars on the market, hands down.

[@anderarias]

I got my CX-30 a couple of months ago, and so far I love it!

[@watchesandburgers]

Found a quirk at 5:30. The engine has two secret cupholders on top!

[@staszewaM]

@A real bisexual petrol-head XDDD Imagine not getting the sarcasm/obvious joke and getting heated over a lighthearted comment like that, calling people morons. Congrats, you played yourself.

[@egemenozturkulus1064]

@A real bisexual petrol-head yeah, what a brainwash idiot he is isn't he

[@RJ-jh9fs]

@A real bisexual petrol-head sometimes i do fuck morons.

[@thatcarguy2064]

RJ lol I C what u did there

[@ashleylemmer8016]

Hi Doug, part of the performance is Mazda's excellent automatic transmission. It has a sport mode and even a manual mode. The torque converter is basically for 1st gear crawling, with it locking up in the other ratios. This also contributes to the fuel economy. Mazda also bucks the turbo trend and rather gives a larger displacement naturally aspirated engine.

[@challengeeverything3939]

You didnt told us where you got this car from 🤣😂

[@BF2FanNo1]

From mazda

[@vlajster]

the sultan of brunei

[@WretchedHobbit]

CNC

[@davefortin786]

Thank you doug! Both of my card have been mazdas and i tought you would only do supercars, very expensive cars but no you came to the basics of what the automotive industry is ... cars that will be there for the family, those who will take the kids to school, hockey practices and dinners at grandmas I am very pleased with this video!!

[@webcomment8895]

It actually has 8 inches ground clearance, not 5. That’s quite good. Even if you never take it off road, that’s great for never scraping on ramps, speed bumps and parking lot curb stops.

[@Asmodeus092]

webcomment That ground clearance is amazing 🤩

[@jingzhouhong2329]

@@Asmodeus092 it's actually 6.9 on their official website

[@webcomment8895]

Jingzhou Hong Another reviewer said 8 inches, but 6.9 inches isn’t 5 inches as Doug said either. Still enough to not scrape on things lower vehicles commonly scrape on in town.

[@sensoeirensen]

Beautiful car! I‘m tall and 45. I tested both 3 and CX-30. I sit so much better in the CX-30, and in- and out is waaaay easier than in the 3.

[@jimhund]

Really? I'm rental a cx-30 for the week and my head is up against the roof. I'm having to recline my driver seat position way back further to just avoid that. The passenger side seems fine. Am I missing something. I'm only 6'2"

[@fitnesswithsteve]

I feel like people are just going to buy this instead of the CX-3

[@Scisca1a2a]

The CX-3 still makes sense in Europe with our tiny city roads and crazy gas prices

[@e-Like]

in europe the cx30 has a lot more sense than in the US market: 1)The cx3 is like a compact suv while the cx30 is a mid size suv. The cx5 for Europe is already a huge boi 2)The cx3 is somehow similar to a mazda 2 while the cx30 is more like an suv version of a mazda 3 which is like a 1 step segment difference 3)Not sure about prices but i think in europe the price difference is bigger Also to justify the name of the cx 30 this is based on the mazda 3 hatchback platform so it makes sense to me to call it like this instead of cx4

[@5nbome114]

The CX-3 has been discontinued

[@Krezo200]

5nbo me not here in europe

[@80s_Boombox_Collector]

Nah I'd rather get one of the Nissans, they look a lot better. This has too much black plastic on the bottom.

[@DaEverything1]

Mazda engineered this engine for Uber drivers that want to overtake you at every red light

[@ConLLee]

honestly i dont think skyactiv-g is given enough credit. its kinda like the modern day vtec where instead of just being a regular car in the low end and a sports car in the top end, skyactiv-g runs a gas engine like a diesel from time to time to make a lot of torque when you need it, horsepower when you need it, and all do it with good fuel economy and no turbo. Mazda created a crazy ass engine technology instead of just adding a turbo. I believe there isnt a single turbo in mazdas whole line up and not a single cvt either. mazda deserves respect for sure. Edit: correction: the diesel gas engine technology im referancing is skyactiv-X. Skyactiv-g is slightly different but still a dope engine technology

[@alext4179]

@@ConLLee the cx5, cx9 and mazda 6 all have a 2.5 turbo option, even turbo diesel in the cx5

[@davevolz6138]

Lol

[@ConLLee]

@@alext4179 i wasnt aware of that but i went and checked the line up and other than the turbo diesel they use turbos for a higher performance model. i was talking using a turbo for fuel economy like "ecoboost" or what honda is doing making tiny engines with turbos. Mazda has NA motors competing against eco turbo motors while having more horsepower and nearly the same mpg. After thinking about it i did know about the mazda 6 turbo because a lot of people saw it as a potential comeback of "mazdaspeed".

[@ConLLee]

@2WIREG that was a really interesting response

[@jakeoht791]

I own a 07 Mazda 6 with the v6. It is weird seeing the similarities but also the improvements. Mazda is one of the most underrated automaker in my opinion.

[@randystevens2710]

Well, I was totally impressed and bought this. I live in Italy, Note: motors are different sizes here No turbo, But still fun to drive and takes corners like it is on rails. Enjoy

[@MrRaggamuffin75]

How much plastic you need? Mazda: YES

[@s4nder86]

That's not funny anymore.

[@notsaab]

It's pretty cool, you don't scratch the paint during parking

[@damariuseaton6678]

MrRaggamuffin75 Exactlyyyy

[@MrRaggamuffin75]

@@s4nder86 I wasn't even trying to be funny.

[@experttalk8136]

Only on Doug DeMuro , I watch a 20 minute video about a Mazda

[@lisany3383]

the video on your channel is hilarious :D

[@matthewsever]

I own a 2015 Mazda 3, I have the option of touch screen and dial, I always use the dial. I can drive and count clicks of the dial to know where I am at. I have a touchscreen only I added to my 01 Montero Sport, I wish it had a dial.

[@JamesLStapleton]

I rented one of these and drove it from Chicago to the woods of Northwestern Michigan and I loved every bit of it. The vehicle was built with such high quality materials and just felt very nice. I would definitely buy one of these.

[@Aezetyr]

Re the touchscreen argument at 13:10 - Using the address entry system while driving would cause some issues if you are paying more attention to the right address instead of driving. Entering an address should be done while parked in a parking spot or driveway.

[@ThomasStuart]

Dougathy, I like leaning back in my 3 and resting my hand on the dial rather than lean forward and reach out to poke at the screen.

[@vincef7487]

12:04 THANK YOU! I've been saying the same thing for years. Touch screens in cars are dangerous.

[@mariusnmjensen2495]

Doug: "let me give you a few examples" Goes ahead and mentions one example. 😅

[@MichaelRockfez]

marius n m jensen Plus, you should be typing in for navigation before driving anyway.

[@michaelswchan]

Also in the video, you see the screen will often suffer glare from the light of the windshield. It would be much less so, had it been place further toward the driver in the center console like everyone else.

[@tomokokishi3066]

Mazda: Let's name this CX-30 to make it less confusing. Also Mazda: we've launched a new SUV in Japan and named it MX-30.

[@CubyDoesStuff]

Doug, the type of guy to measure his height in tablespoons.

[@basskot2638]

Thank you Doug for this excellent content, You're number one PERIOD!

[@StasComoestas]

Beautiful exterior design of this new Mazda CX 30 👍👍👍

[@P0ETICsin]

17:10 Knees of steel

[@inctru]

Pictures & images can be deceptive. I was pleasantly surprised (as someone who prefers smaller vehicles) to find that the CX-30 has a smaller street footprint than a 2020 Corolla Sedan & pretty much the same as the 2020 Corolla hatch.

[@johnmckay1961]

I like the non-touchscreen personally. As long as it has Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, that's what I would be using for navigation. Also, you want to set your destination before you start driving. The most you should be doing while driving is changing the radio station/volume, which the physical controls are fine for.