2021 Mazda CX-30 review

1. Small-scale SUV style

If you're looking for SUV functionality in a smaller package, the 2021 Mazda CX-30 is the crossover you've been waiting for. At just 70.7 inches wide, the five-door CX-30 is perfectly proportioned for even the most challenging parking garage, yet still able to follow forest trails thanks to 8 inches of ground clearance. The 2021 CX-30 makes a great companion for daily duties and leisurely weekends.

2. A turbocharged option

When you need to assert yourself in traffic, how about an on-demand horsepower boost for highway on-ramps or more torque on mountain inclines? Get it with the CX-30's turbocharged engine option, new for the 2021 model year. Exclusive to the top-trim Mazda CX-30 Turbo, the 2.5L turbocharged engine produces 227 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque.

3. Indulgent base and mid-level trims

Ready to make your compact SUV your own? The 2021 Mazda CX-30 is available in five trims, each one adding increasing levels of comfort and convenience. However, the base and mid-level trims absolutely hold their own. The 2.5 S base trim comes in strong with standard features like Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ integration, an 8.8-inch infotainment touchscreen, forward collision mitigation, and adaptive cruise control. Take the next step up and the Select trim adds simulated leather upholstery and tinted rear windows. The mid-range Preferred trim adds heated seats and a power slide moonroof.

4. Adventure-ready features

Don't be fooled by the stunning silhouette and deluxe interior of the 2021 Mazda CX-30—it's also equipped to rough it in the wild. Pack up your CX-30 and head out to the park, forest, or lake to let nature fill your cup. With 20.2 cu-ft of standard cargo space and a low-loading platform, you can throw in camping equipment with ease. Available i-ACTIV AWD^® and G-Vectoring Control Plus measure traction and torque by the millisecond, so steering feels precise and your grip never wavers, no matter the terrain.

5. A harmonious cabin experience

Jump inside the 2021 Mazda CX-30 and you'll marvel at its sophisticated finishing, all engineered to delight your senses. Fine-tuned sound insulation dulls outside distractions and road vibrations for crystal-clear conversations and stunning audio experiences. The standard eight-speaker sound system is excellent, but if you love concert-quality sound, pick the Premium trim for the available 12-speaker Bose^® audio system. Ambient lighting, soft-touch interior finishing, and deluxe upholstery seating (all with premium stitch detailing) are the harmonious details you never knew could matter so much.