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Very nice small CUV
GAdriver, 03/07/2021
2021 Mazda CX-30 Premium 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
35 of 39 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 2016 Honda Civic Turbo for the 2020 Mazda CX-30 Premium. I wanted a vehicle that stood a bit higher than my beloved Civic as my middle-aged knees needed a break. I chose the CX-30 because it was the nicest-handling car in its class based on test drives. I am particularly fond of the fit and finish of this car; it reminds me of a BMW or Audi. It has enough power for the highway and for Georgia's hills; it is very easy to park in small parking spaces. It handles like a more expensive German car. This car does NOT need the turbo engine; the base engine has plenty of power as long as you are not a race-car enthusiast. The other small CUVs felt anemic compared to the Mazda (especially the Subaru CrossTrek and the Toyota CH-R). Although I wish that the infotainment screen was a touchscreen, it works well once you figure out how the knob works. The heads-up display places your speed just above the hood; you do not need to take your eyes off the road. The blind-spot indicators show up on the heads-up display as well. The leather seats are supportive and heat up nicely during the winter. The materials in the cabin are first-class with lots of soft surfaces and very little cheap-looking plastic. All the controls feel like they belong in a more expensive car. I do have a few quibbles. The rear cargo department is a bit small (even compared to my former Civic). Do not buy if you play golf; your clubs will barely fit in the cargo hold with the rear seats up. I have to drive the wife's Honda CRV if I go to play golf. It will hold about eight large reusable grocery bags or two suitcases. The fuel economy is not the greatest; I drive primarily on the interstate and I average 31 mph. The most annoying quibble is the blind-spot safety system's tendency not to catch large semis in your blind spot on the interstate. I have noticed this several times in the six months I have been driving the CX-30. The automatic high beams can be a bit annoying as well; the sensors are bit too sensitive and have probably blinded quite a few oncoming cars. However, this vehicle is extremely comfortable, nice-handling, and thus far, reliable at 13,500 miles. It is also much quieter than any other car I have driven recently, particularly on the highway. The premium Bose sound system sounds great, and the HVAC cools and heats quickly. The automatic rear-hatch release has spoiled me forever! This is a very classy-looking and smooth-driving automobile. It does not look or feel cheap. I just might stick with Mazda after owning this car.
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Steven Weintrub, 05/05/2021
2021 Mazda CX-30 Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Traded a Kia Soul for the CX-30. Overall Superior build and ride quality. Premium package ads all the features I wanted within my price range. Would absolutely recommend the car.
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Stealth machine
Coley, 04/03/2021
2021 Mazda CX-30 Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Bought this for my college age son. I wanted a car with the best safety record, AWD, good to drive and reliable. The car looks much better in person than in photos. Couldn’t get anything second hand i.e., a 2020 model so I had to buy new. My wife drives a 2016 CX5 which has been largely reliable and I have a 2004 Mazdaspeed MX5, so a good feeling about Mazda which at the top of its game in design safety and reliability. I’m very impressed - the build quality is excellent, everything is very taut, the road handling is very good - on a par with my 2007 Acura RDX (IMHO the best handling CUV ever). The acceleration is good, better than our CX5 with the same engine. Th auto LED headlights are very good - again, much improved over the last 5 years. This should give my son pleasure, reliability and safety for years to come.
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Class Leading
EJ, 12/17/2020
updated 12/20/2021
2021 Mazda CX-30 Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
Mazda definitely bring all the good stuff in this small crossover. The styling, handling and mechanical behavior of the vehicle are all near luxury. I guess Mazda is positioning itself as a premium not luxury or mainstream carmaker
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Wow! Great car!
Pat Galloway, 05/01/2021
2021 Mazda CX-30 Turbo Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I am thrilled with this car. It's the perfect city car - not too large, so it's easy to park - but feels very spacious inside. I love having so many safety features, especially the bright headlights which make it so easy to drive at night or in the rain. Great car.
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