2022
Mazda CX-30

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Available trims

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  • 2.5 S AWD
    Starts at
    $22,500
    MPG
    24 City / 31 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 2.5 S Select Package AWD
    Starts at
    $24,900
    MPG
    24 City / 31 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 2.5 S Preferred Package AWD
    Starts at
    $27,950
    MPG
    24 City / 31 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD
    Starts at
    $28,590
    MPG
    24 City / 31 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 2.5 Turbo AWD
    Starts at
    $30,500
    MPG
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 2.5 S Premium Package AWD
    Starts at
    $30,800
    MPG
    24 City / 31 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 2.5 Turbo Premium Package AWD
    Starts at
    $33,100
    MPG
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus Package AWD
    Starts at
    $34,700
    MPG
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

  • New Carbon Edition
  • Small five-seat SUV
  • All-wheel drive standard
  • Choice of four-cylinder engines
  • Adaptive cruise control, automatic braking standard

The good & the bad

The good

  • Smooth-revving base engine
  • Potent power with available turbo engine
  • Steering and handling
  • Brakes
  • Interior quality

The bad

  • Limited rear visibility
  • Tight backseat
  • Firm ride
  • Unintuitive multimedia controls
  • Unremarkable fuel economy
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Expert 2022 Mazda CX-30 review

Our expert's take
By Cars.com Editors
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What Is the 2022 Mazda CX-30?

The Mazda CX-30 is a subcompact SUV that seats five. It has standard all-wheel drive and a choice of four-cylinder engines: a base 186-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder or a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder that makes 227 hp on regular gas, 250 hp on premium. Both engines work with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Competitors include the Hyundai Kona, Honda HR-V and Nissan Rogue Sport. The CX-30 offers 13.7 cubic feet of cargo space, according to Cars.com’s cargo measurements.

What’s New on the 2022 Mazda CX-30?

All-wheel drive is newly standard, and there’s a new Carbon Edition trim level. The Carbon Edition is based on the 2.5 S Preferred model, featuring black 18-inch aluminum wheels, gloss-black side mirror housings and red leather-trimmed seats. It’s finished exclusively in Polymetal Gray paint.

What Features in the 2022 Mazda CX-30 Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 16-inch alloy wheels
  • LED headlights and taillights
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Cloth upholstery
  • Wi-Fi hot spot (subscription required after data trial)
  • 8-inch multimedia screen
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Forward collision warning
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop and go capability
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include: 

  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Power moonroof
  • Power liftgate
  • Leather upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Navigation
  • Satellite radio
  • Bose premium stereo
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Rear automatic braking

Should I Buy the 2022 Mazda CX-30?

The CX-30’s available powertrains — particularly its powerful turbocharged engine — are highlights, as are its steering and handling. Interior quality impresses, too. The backseat, however, is small, and the ride might be too firm for some. Its multimedia controls aren’t intuitive, either.

2022 Mazda CX-30 review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2022 Mazda CX-30?

The Mazda CX-30 is a subcompact SUV that seats five. It has standard all-wheel drive and a choice of four-cylinder engines: a base 186-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder or a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder that makes 227 hp on regular gas, 250 hp on premium. Both engines work with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Competitors include the Hyundai Kona, Honda HR-V and Nissan Rogue Sport. The CX-30 offers 13.7 cubic feet of cargo space, according to Cars.com’s cargo measurements.

What’s New on the 2022 Mazda CX-30?

All-wheel drive is newly standard, and there’s a new Carbon Edition trim level. The Carbon Edition is based on the 2.5 S Preferred model, featuring black 18-inch aluminum wheels, gloss-black side mirror housings and red leather-trimmed seats. It’s finished exclusively in Polymetal Gray paint.

What Features in the 2022 Mazda CX-30 Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 16-inch alloy wheels
  • LED headlights and taillights
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Cloth upholstery
  • Wi-Fi hot spot (subscription required after data trial)
  • 8-inch multimedia screen
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Forward collision warning
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop and go capability
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include: 

  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Power moonroof
  • Power liftgate
  • Leather upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Navigation
  • Satellite radio
  • Bose premium stereo
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Rear automatic braking

Should I Buy the 2022 Mazda CX-30?

The CX-30’s available powertrains — particularly its powerful turbocharged engine — are highlights, as are its steering and handling. Interior quality impresses, too. The backseat, however, is small, and the ride might be too firm for some. Its multimedia controls aren’t intuitive, either.

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Car Seat Safety

Latch
A
Infant
D
Rear-facing Convertible
C
Front-facing Convertible
A
Booster
B
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Based on the 2022 Mazda CX-30 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
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Side pole rating driver front seat
14.7%
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Side pole rating driver front seat
14.7%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6-YEARS / 80,000-MILE
Basic
12-MONTH / 12,000-MILE
Dealer certification
160-POINT inspection
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Consumer reviews

85% of drivers recommend this car
Based on 7 reviews
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Comfort
4.7
Interior
4.6
Performance
4.9
Value
4.7
Exterior
4.9
Reliability
4.9

Most recent

  • By Doc V from Hillsborough, NJ
    Owns this car
    April 13, 2025

    Car is perfect for my needs.

    Car is perfect for my needs. It is spacious and well designed. 9nly problem is the passenger airbag light activated when passenger seat is empty. Very annoying. You see it every time you look in your rear view mirror. Easy fix a piece of matte black masking tape.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By City wonderer from Orlando,Fl
    Owns this car
    January 28, 2023

    Great for the money

    Great car. I have turbo version and it is very fun to drive. I do wish it had a larger gas tank. I get about 300 miles out of a tank of breast.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Braxton from Lansing Mi
    Owns this car
    September 30, 2022

    wouldn't choose again

    After driving the CX-30 for about 5 months, I’m not as happy as I thought I would be. On the plus side: it looks good, layout is good, info system with knob works really well after some practice (more auto companies should have this), seats comfortable for short trips, handles well. After driving a little while, weakness become very apparent, like 1) Constant beeping as soon as the engine is turned on. Mazda dealer said this did this to the CX-30 buyers (buyers of smaller less expensive cars) because they were too dumb to put on their seatbelts (the more expensive Mazda’s don’t do this). Easy fix is to buy a seatbelt extender (stops the noise and easier to fasten) 2) built in spyware – if you use Mazda connect – you are tracked, speed, location, driving habits. If you select to turn this off in the menu, then it asks you every time you start the car if you want to enable. This is disturbing. 3) Small gas tank. If the car averaged 40 MPG, 12 gallons would be enough. I average ~28 and require frequent refilling. 4) Driving position – good for short trips under 30 min. Longer drivers and you feel stuck. With the high windows, putting your arm up is difficult. 5) Air noise around the door seal – becomes very noticeable on the highway and longer trips. The dealer says that is normal for CX-30 6) Cruise control. I tried using it & didn’t like it (or the wear on the rear brakes – dealer said rear brakes were down 20% after 4,000 miles due to this feature) Mazda lets you cancel this, but you have to do it each time you start the car. This is a safety issue – as folks are now navigation sub menus to turn this off as they drive when they should be watching the road. 7) Electronics seems to be inconsistent – parking brake doesn’t turn off 10% of the time when switching into gear and seems to be odd messages displaying at times (like “radar cruise doesn’t work a low speeds”). Seemed like a good car with a test drive, but I would not buy a CX-30 again.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort
    3.0
    Interior
    3.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    3.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By Mac from Kingston Ohio
    Owns this car
    July 24, 2022

    Fine Machine

    Soul red crystal paint best red ever. Turbo offers lots of power and good mileage. Interior is excellent. Quality thru out. Heads up display is cool. Adapative cruise is nice. Fit and finish is top notch. Has a shifter! No push buttons and no CVT!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Robert N from Manchester, NJ
    Owns this car
    July 23, 2022

    Best car you can buy for the money!

    I have been buying/leasing cars for over 45 years and this is, by far, the best car I ever had for the money I spent. You simply can’t go wrong if you want a great car that won’t break the bank. I’m a Mazda buyer for life.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Key1cc from Princeton, NJ
    Owns this car
    April 25, 2022

    Fun and Reliable

    It's the first vehicle that I have ever owned that I take out driving just for sake of driving! No destination just driving... I get a big grin every time I press the accelerator on my CX-30 Turbo Premium Plus trim. I am very happy with it and very happy that Mazda holds the top spot at consumer reports for reliability. The funny thing is, Mazda was not even on my radar originally, but it happens that it was one of the few dealerships in my area that had any inventory. Once I test drove it....It was Game Over! Went home and did a bunch or research and found out all the good stuff...went back the next day and bought it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Jill from Towson, md
    Owns this car
    March 7, 2022

    Amazing

    Amazing car! I love everything about it! Beautiful interior and exterior! Rides nicely and has great specs, I will be staying with Mazda for a while
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2022 Mazda CX-30?

The 2022 Mazda CX-30 is available in 8 trim levels:

  • 2.5 S (1 style)
  • 2.5 S Carbon Edition (1 style)
  • 2.5 S Preferred Package (1 style)
  • 2.5 S Premium Package (1 style)
  • 2.5 S Select Package (1 style)
  • 2.5 Turbo (1 style)
  • 2.5 Turbo Premium Package (1 style)
  • 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus Package (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2022 Mazda CX-30?

The 2022 Mazda CX-30 offers up to 24 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2022 Mazda CX-30?

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Is the 2022 Mazda CX-30 reliable?

The 2022 Mazda CX-30 has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2022 Mazda CX-30 owners.

Is the 2022 Mazda CX-30 a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2022 Mazda CX-30. 85.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.9

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