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Mazda CX-30
Car and Driver says while the CX-30 remains fundamentally unchanged for 2026, two new Aire Edition trims join the model lineup, one with the base engine and one with the more powerful turbo engine, with the optional turbocharged 2.5-liter engine providing 250 horsepower. TractionLife says the 2026 model year brings mild mechanical upgrades and a new trim package for Mazda's smallest North American crossover, titling its review 'Keeping It Simple,' with the CX-30 GT Kuro/Aire Turbo available in premium paint colors like Ceramic Metallic for an extra $595. MotorTrend says ratings for the 2026 CX-30 Turbo aren't as good as the base engine's, at 22/30 mpg and 318 miles of driving range.
New Aire Edition trims
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says while the CX-30 remains fundamentally unchanged for 2026, two new Aire Edition trims join the model lineup, one with the base engine and one with the more powerful turbo engine, with the optional turbocharged 2.5-liter engine providing 250 horsepower.
Keeping it simple
TractionLife (opens in a new tab) says the 2026 model year brings mild mechanical upgrades and a new trim package for Mazda's smallest North American crossover, titling its review 'Keeping It Simple,' with the CX-30 GT Kuro/Aire Turbo available in premium paint colors like Ceramic Metallic for an extra $595.
The turbo's fuel economy trade-off
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says ratings for the 2026 CX-30 Turbo aren't as good as the base engine's, at 22/30 mpg and 318 miles of driving range.
Questions buyers ask
How much horsepower does the Mazda CX-30 Turbo have?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says 250 hp from the optional turbocharged 2.5-liter engine.
What is new on the 2026 Mazda CX-30?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says two new Aire Edition trims.
Research map
Every major decision path.
The 2025 Mazda CX-30 is built around 2.5L gas or 2.5L turbo, rated at 191 / 227–250 horsepower across its subcompact SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2025 U.S. lineup has 8 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe 2025 CX-30 seats 5 and is a Subcompact SUV.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 26 owner complaints for the 2025 CX-30.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2025 Mazda CX-30
Non-turbo CX-30 trims use a 191-horsepower 2.5L engine; turbo trims step up to 227 hp on regular fuel or 250 hp on premium.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
2 indexed Mazda CX-30 model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mazda CX-30 | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 Mazda CX-30 | 2025 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Mazda CX-30.
The Mazda CX-30 is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Mazda. Based on the fourth-generation Mazda3, it debuted at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, to slot in between the CX-3 and the CX-5.
- Reception
- The CX-30 received positive reviews upon its release. Top Gear gave it a score of 7 out of 10, with the verdict being: "Good car, the Mazda CX-30.
- Awards
- The CX-30 won the 2020 Red Dot Design Award in the Passenger Car category, as well as the 2020 Autozeitung Design Trophy in the SUV category.
Source: Mazda CX-30 (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Mazda CX-30 at a glance
- Production
- 2019–present
- Model years
- 2020–present
- Class
- Subcompact crossover SUV
- Body style
- 5-door SUV
- Layout
- Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout, Front-engine, front-wheel-drive, Front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout, Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
- Platform
- Small Product Group
- Electric motor
- 5.3 kW (6.5 hp) 24-volt e-motor (e-Skyactiv-X), 160 kW (217 hp) e-motor (CX-30 EV e-Skyactiv - China)
- Battery
- 61.1 kWh lithium ion (CX-30 EV e-Skyactiv - China)
- Drivetrain
- MHEV (e-Skyactiv-X)
- Wheelbase
- 2655 mm
- Length
- 4395 mm
- Width
- 1795 mm
- Height
- 1540 mm, 1655 mm (CX-30 EV e-Skyactiv - China)
- Curb weight
- 1380 kg
- Predecessor
- Mazda CX-3 (North America and Europe)
- Related models
- Mazda3#BP, Mazda3 (BP), Mazda CX-50, Mazda MX-30
- Designer
- Ryo Yanagisawa
NHTSA rated the 2025 Mazda CX-30 overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.
Recent recalls (2 campaigns across the latest model years)
- May 2025, Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module:Software. Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda3 and CX30 vehicles. The Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) units may set an error code and deactivate the air bags, due to a low battery condition. Consequence: Air bags that do not deploy in the event of a crash increase the risk of injury.
- September 2024, Lane Departure: Sensing System: Camera. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 Mazda 3, CX-30, and 2025 CX-50 vehicles. A malfunction in the forward sensing camera (FSC) may prevent the automatic emergency braking system and the lane-keep assist system from functioning. In addition, the headlights… Consequence: Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Mazda CX-30, most often about electrical system (12), unknown or other (10), visibility/wiper (3).
Year by year
The Mazda CX-30 across 7 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints | NHTSA overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mazda CX-30 | 25–27 | $2,400–$2,600 | 2 | 5 stars | ||
| 2025 Mazda CX-30 | 25–29 | $2,150–$2,500 | 2 | 1 | 25 | 5 stars |
| 2024 Mazda CX-30 | 25–29 | $2,150–$2,500 | 2 | 2 | 30 | 5 stars |
| 2023 Mazda CX-30 | 25–29 | $2,150–$2,500 | 2 | 1 | 23 | 5 stars |
| 2022 Mazda CX-30 | 25–26 | $2,400–$2,500 | 2 | 1 | 33 | 5 stars |
| 2021 Mazda CX-30 | 25–28 | $2,250–$2,500 | 5 | 2 | 100 | 5 stars |
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 | 26–28 | $2,250–$2,400 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 5 stars |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Mazda CX-30, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 to 2026 | 27.0 to 26.0 | ||
| 2022 to 2023 | 25.5 to 27.0 | ||
| 2021 to 2022 | 5 to 2 | 26.5 to 25.5 | Labels: CX-30 2WD; Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI; With Cylinder Deactivation; Drives: Front-Wheel Drive; Size classes: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2020 to 2021 | 4 to 5 | 27.0 to 26.5 |
Buying used
What the Mazda CX-30 recalls and complaints are about.
| Model year | Campaigns | Systems recalled | Warnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | air bags (air bag/restraint control module) | None |
| 2024 | 2 | lane departure (sensing system); air bags (air bag/restraint control module) | None |
| 2023 | 1 | service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip) | None |
| 2022 | 1 | service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip) | None |
| 2021 | 2 | structure (body); tires (valve) | None |
| 2020 | 3 | service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components); fuel system, gasoline (delivery); structure (body) | None |
| System | Complaints | Share of all complaints | Worst model year |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | 65 | 26% | 2021 (49) |
| unknown or other | 46 | 19% | 2021 (10) |
| electrical system | 45 | 18% | 2021 (13) |
| service brakes | 34 | 14% | 2021 (8) |
| forward collision avoidance | 34 | 14% | 2021 (12) |
| power train | 17 | 7% | 2021 (8) |
Trim by trim
Every 2026 Mazda CX-30 trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 S | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) | 186 | 186 | 3,395 | – | 27 | $27,870 |
| 2.5 S Select Sport | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) | 186 | 186 | 3,395 | – | 27 | $29,555 |
| 2.5 S Preferred | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) | 186 | 186 | 3,395 | – | 27 | $31,185 |
| 2.5 S Aire Edition | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) | 186 | 186 | 3,395 | – | 27 | $31,745 |
| 2.5 S Carbon Edition | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) | 186 | 186 | 3,395 | – | 27 | $32,925 |
| 2.5 S Premium | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) | 186 | 186 | 3,395 | – | 27 | $35,135 |
| 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G, Turbo) | 227 | 310 | 3,527 | – | 25 | $35,905 |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G, Turbo) | 227 | 310 | 3,527 | – | 25 | $39,395 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2026 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every Mazda CX-30 model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G, Turbo) | 186–227 | 3,395–3,527 | – | 12.7 |
| 2025 | 8 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G, Turbo) | 191–227 | 3,419–3,527 | – | 12.7 |
| 2024 | 8 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G, Turbo) | 191–227 | 3,419–3,527 | – | 12.7 |
| 2023 | 7 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G, Turbo) | 191–227 | 3,424–3,525 | 2,000 | 12.7 |
| 2022 | 8 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G, Turbo) | 186–227 | 3,388–3,505 | 2,000 | 12.7 |
| 2021 | 7 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G, Turbo) | 186–227 | 3,234–3,505 | 2,000 | 12.7–13.5 |
| 2020 | 4 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (SKYACTIV-G) | 186 | 3,232–3,252 | 2,000 | 13.5 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Owning it
Oil, fluid and wheel-nut figures for the Mazda CX-30.
| Model year | Engine oil | Brake fluid | Wheel-nut torque | A/C refrigerant | Key-fob battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | – | – | – | – | CR2032 |
| 2025 | – | – | – | – | CR2032 |
| 2024 | – | – | – | – | CR2032 |
| 2023 | – | – | – | – | CR2032 |
| 2022 | – | – | – | – | CR2032 |
| 2021 | – | – | – | – | CR2032 |
| 2020 | – | – | – | R-134a | CR2032 |
Source: the manufacturer's owner's manual for each model year. A dash means that year's manual gave no single value for it, for instance one that lists two oil grades or two key types.
Model-year recall record
Mazda CX-30: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | not available | ||
| 2025 | 1 | 25 | airbags |
| 2024 | 2 | 30 | Lane Departure, airbags |
| 2023 | 1 | 23 | brakes |
| 2022 | 1 | 33 | brakes |
| 2021 | 2 | 100 | structure, tires |
| 2020 | 3 | 32 | structure, brakes, fuel system |
| 2019 | not available | ||
| 2018 | not available | ||
| 2017 | not available | ||
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Mazda CX-30?
Federal recall records don't single out a best Mazda CX-30 model year: recall counts across the 6 published model years checked here stay within a normal range of this nameplate's own average (about 1.7 recalls per year), with no year standing out as notably higher or lower. Recall count is one input, not a purchase verdict. It says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record.
Q02What are common recall-related problems on the Mazda CX-30 by model year?
2025: airbags. 2024: Lane Departure, airbags. 2023: brakes. 2022: brakes. 2021: structure, tires. 2020: structure, brakes, fuel system.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Buying, records and recalls, Brakes, tires and steering, Engine and cooling.
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2025 CX-30 come in?
The 2025 Mazda CX-30 (subcompact SUV) comes in 8 trims: 2.5 S, Select Sport, Preferred, Carbon Edition, Carbon Turbo, Premium, Turbo Premium, Turbo Premium Plus.
Q02What are the 2025 CX-30 trims?
The 2025 Mazda CX-30 trims are 2.5 S, Select Sport, Preferred, Carbon Edition, Carbon Turbo, Premium, Turbo Premium, Turbo Premium Plus, listed from the entry 2.5 S up to the top Turbo Premium Plus.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2025 CX-30 use?
The 2025 Mazda CX-30 is built around 2.5L gas or 2.5L turbo, rated at 191 / 227–250 horsepower across its subcompact SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2025 CX-30 have?
The 2025 Mazda CX-30 is rated at 191 / 227–250 horsepower (2.5L gas or 2.5L turbo).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2025 CX-30?
The 2025 Mazda CX-30 is offered with FWD / AWD.