I considered the Subaru Crosstrek, Toyota RAV4/Corolla Cross/C-HR, Lexus UX, Hyundai Santa Cruz, Honda CRV and a few other vehicles. Ultimately, I went with the Mazda CX-30. It just offered more power, premium (near-luxury) quality and safety that I wanted at a much better price point. I've had it for 5000 miles now. It is amazing to drive! I didn't expect to love Mazda as much as I do now!

Knobs and buttons are always a good thing. We don't always need screens. I like this.

Hell yes no CVT! And a naturally aspirated 2.5 which is a timing chain engine last I knew - no timing belts, no turbos, normal transmission. Thankfully someone still builds a reliable and affordable nice vehicle. Great job Mazda! You haven’t followed the herd into overpriced/fancy quality disasters!

Mazda gives extra attention to the little details, and it shows.

Your videos are so informative and detailed. I love how you explain every knob and button, from beeping the horn and for telling us the ground clearance of the car, which is important when that's a buying issue for some people! So thank you very much!! ❤ Your thoroughness is extraordinary and very much appreciated! 👍👏👏

No cvt, no turbo charged, right engine choice + transmission 👌 could take it as daily

I have loved Mazda for a very long time. I worked for them for about 10 years. I was very proud of them when they said no to the CVT craze.

I’d take this over a crosstrek

Thanks for reviewing the base model!

I just bought this same exact car and I’m loving it

My wife bought a Mazda CX-30 GT AWD Turbo and it is very nice, perfect size, lots of tech, excellent ride, silly fast and great room for our little family. We have always owned Mazda and I can't see that ever changing for us.

Great review. You are the person I found who does a lot of Base models. CX30. Is a great value in base form. I definitely would buy this Cx30. Thanks again

You are better than the Mazda Sales Associate, very details, I am looking forward for a test drive. Good job🎉

Mazda makes very nice looking cars. 2.5 N/A engine is huge advanage. Congrats for almost 30K Subs. Greetings

Just bought one of these in black. Ridiculously good value for the money

More detailed review of the base model than expected. Keep up the great work!

Great review Kenny! In my opinion, Mazda outshines the others with great looks and upscale looking interiors. For the money you are getting a lot. I had a flash of Mazda's Zoom Zoom ads back in the day. Hope you are doing great!

Great job as usual.Mazda is a good value in the lower trims

Awesome job Kenny.

I actually do appreciate the fact that you are doing reviews on all kinds of cars. I came to find out that there are brands that I would’ve never consider before watching your videos and now are highly rated on my next car wish list.

Thank you very much. This is the video that I really want to watch because everybody else talking about something else not about this car. I will buy one again thank you very much. I really like you video.

Hey. I just found your channel and subscribed. I love base/lower trim level car reviews just like this one! When all the extras and frills are removed, it's up to the car to show just how good (or bad) it is! Thanks again and looking forward to watching more!

Awesome video! I appreciate all the detail & extra info on the CX30 you provided vs others I’d watched. Thank you.

Very good review! You've pointed out some of the features in the front of the car that none of the other videos that I've watched have done. Super comprehensive detailing of the Mazda CX-30's pros and cons! Zoom Zoom!!

One correction, the base model is only 6 speakers for the sound system. Carbon Editions will give you 8 speakers. The premium and premium plus will give you the 12-speaker Bose setup.

Absolutely incredibly detailed review of this Mazda. Freakin awesome! You should get paid by every manufacturer and dealer to show their cars! Thanks! Going to Mazda tomorrow!

"I'm HAPPY it is NOT a CVT . . . "

I think the best value for the CX30 is the 2.5S Select Sport, just 1 trim level above the base model, comes with advanced keyless entry, dual zone A/C, rear air vents, rain sensing auto wipers , leatherette seats for $1505 more.

Thankyou for the clear explanation of the C X 30.

Amazing video Kenny and this is my first car.

We just purchased one. Not a cvt!

Great thorough review. It’s on my very short list as my inclement weather & city dweller/long commute traveler for a couple of reasons. It’s AWD and it has an automatic👍! Mazda FTW!

I have a 2023 Crosstrek for a company car. After driving the Mazda the Crosstrek seems like a piece of junk! I would take the Mazda over a Subaru any day!!!!!!

Nice review. Wish you the best. You got talent.

I have had my CX-30 for a little more than a day and love it. The six-speed automatic with manual mode is definitely a plus. Mazda has the best price to performance ratio out there.

I have had CVTs in many cars and never had an issue. I like the improved gas mileage and smoothness of the CVT.

Thank you for your awesome video. I currently own a 2016 Kia Soul I will be selling next month due to The Kia Boys Tik Tok challenge. My car was vandalized 4 times by the Kia Boys😢 currently hiding my car until I come up with down-payment, my insurance company may not renew my policy. I am on a budget and I think The Cx30 may be an affordable option. I am in The DMV area I might check out this dealership. ❤ your video.

Awesome review! I learned a lot about the vehicle. I purchased one and your video was very informative, simple and appreciated!

Thanks for the great video. Straight to the point no bs & finally a thorough look at the Mazda CX-30 Select.👍

Nice review on a nice average Joe vehicle. Thumbs up. Peace bro.

Can you review the crosstrek base? Keep it up man love the content.

I Love that Mazda has this combination for a CUV. Great review, sir!

Fantastic review Kenny

Fantastic review. I test dove the 2024 Sport and Select. The brakes felt like old school drum brakes that need adjusting! So surprised. The first gear at low speed, does a wierd laggy thing. No 12V outlets. Otherwise great value. Please test drive one if anyone is thinking of just ordering and buying one or buying one via an online service. The soft brakes were on both vehicles. Maybe a Mazda thing? Unfortunately it was a deal breaker for me. They look fantastic and I know some people hate the screen situation but I actually liked keeping my arm down and eyes up when scrolling around. Another reason to test drive and physically crawl in it.

Hell yeah, no cvt

I love my cx30 aka my dirty 30, but in all honesty the rear seats are nearly un usable.

I was about to buy this suv until I found out that you cannot turn the traction control off, not good when going through deeper snow, come on Mazda, why?????

I was looking for compact suv under 25k with awd and this has all that. I liked the crosstreck but i like this more better styling better speakers more horse power on of my gripes about the crosstreck is the 150 hp slow going engine and boxer engines are not as hardy as others. This has 190 hp without a turbo best in class in my opinion and no cvt which are slow and suck. I also like the styling much better and the knobs i don't like infotainment systems to much to deal with while driving. Thanks for your reviews they are the best.🎉

👍🏻. Nice review Speed. Mazda definitely makes good looking Auto's. What would we drive without the affordable Japanese Blue collar daily's. We would be left with cheap domestic crap or expensive European crap.

Refreshing content

Thank you for this video

We were about to get the Toyota Corolla SE, but checking you video it a Mazda CX-30 now, Yes the Corolla has a CVT trans and researched how bad it was,

The blind spot on the driver side is bad. It is basic that there is no ac vent in the back seat. Other than that it's a good car.

I wish the sport came with heated seats.

Thank you.

My only reservation is with all wheel drive if one tire goes on you you have to replace all of them. That will cost you anywhere between five to $600. That’s ridiculous.

Good Info,,,

A real manual option over the automatic transmission would be even better. And what's with the ugly free colors?

Kool truck..

I wish they added tinted rear windows for the base. And it would have been nice if it was built in Japan.

Does is have that cylinder deactivation doing on?

considered a cx30 premium but you can't get Homelink even at the more expensive premium level

Why does it jingle 5-6 times when starting??? Geez that's annoying

is there a wireless phone charger?

what trims have wireless carplay?

Does it have remote start?

are driving in Navan?

Went to a Mazda dealership on 4/6/24 to check out a brand new CX-30. Right off the bat the car would not unlock on the driver's side after numerous "clicks". The embarrassed salesman had to go to the rider's side to reach across to open the driver''s door. We instantly ruled this car out because what even if the driver's side wouldn't have opened and with no door key option what would you do???? Reliability at mileage "0" is a major issue. I am afraid to buy any Mazda product.

I have to say those wheels are just too small

You're correct, the seat is painfully uncomfortable for me, 6', 250lbs; digs into rump and thighs. Test drove one and was surprised at how much I disliked. The engine is loud and coarse, the transmission shifts oddly, the infotainment is a disaster, a 6' person can't fit in the back, can't tow anything, I did like all the soft touch surfaces though. Bought a Crosstrek. I like how the CVT always instantly and smoothly provides the best ratio for every driving situation.

Unfortunately the (WORST) infotainment system in the auto industry with that outdated rotary knob, Mazda put a Touchscreen in the CX 30.........

Here's another vote for an automatic transmission for sure. As a Subaru driver, I miss an actual automatic.. CVTs feel bad.

LOL holy cow, at 23:16 did homeboy cut a dude off in the rotary or what?? 🤣🤣 That was close!

There was a time when a key fob was keyless entry…