Changes are in store for the 2024 Mazda CX-30, fresh from its nomination to our best small SUVs and crossovers list for 2023. The CX-30 got a standard i-Activ AWD upgrade for the 2023 model year, but Mazda?s shaking things up to make it more competitive among its Kona, Crosstrek, and HR-V peers. The CX-30 is a solid choice in the small SUV segment, but its higher base price makes it a premium option.

2024 Mazda CX-30: What?s New"

The 2024 Mazda CX-30 debuts the new 2.5 Carbon Turbo trim, which includes a more immersive 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless smartphone connectivity for Apple and Android devices.

All CX-30 models have rear seat alerts, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alerts. At the same time, the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus has available cruising and traffic support technologies derived from the CX-90 three-row flagship.
Premium paint colors include Soul Red Crystal Metallic, Machine Gray Metallic, Polymetal Gray Metallic, Snowflake White Pearl Mica, and Ceramic Metallic. The premium paint options run an additional $450 to $600.

Mazda CX-30 Powertrain Lineup

The 2024 Mazda CX-30 has two engine variants. The entry-level S model has a 2.5-liter naturally-aspirated four-cylinder gas engine that generates 191 horsepower and 186 lb-ft. of torque. However, our money is on the CX-30 Turbo models with a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine with up to 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft. of torque on a steady diet of 93 octane gas.

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