IT MAY BE JUST US, BUT we’re not convinced by the new Mazda MX-30 styling. However, as we always say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so sales results will be the final arbiter.
Featuring the latest interpretation of Kodo Design and highly-advanced M Hybrid or full Electric drivetrains, the new Mazda MX-30 combines everyday functionality with a positive driving experience.
“Since we unveiled the first ever Mazda MX-30 to Australia in December 2020, we have received highly positive feedback for its design and environmental attributes,” said Mazda Australia Managing Director, Vinesh Bhindi. (Well, maybe we’re just out of step.)
“Now in 2021, we bring MX-30 M Hybrid to showrooms with a three-pronged range: the exciting G20e Evolve, sporty G20e Touring and high-specification G20e Astina. The MX-30 Electric will follow later in 2021.”
“We look forward to seeing the first MX-30s in showrooms and with customers from the second quarter of 2021,” he said.
Mazda MX-30 M Hybrid range pricing
| Manufacturer List Price (plus on-road costs) | |
| MX-30 G20e Evolve | $33,990 |
| MX-30 G20e Touring | $36,490 |
| MX-30 G20e Astina | $40,990 |
Mazda’s M Hybrid system
The first ever Mazda MX-30 M Hybrid range combines a 114kW 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with Mazda’s own M Hybrid system. This system sends drive to the front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission.
e-Skyactiv G combines the virtues of Skyactiv G with the M Hybrid system to provide improved fuel efficiency, a smoother transition from idling stops and a more refined driving feel.
M Hybrid can recover energy generated from vehicle deceleration, improving efficiency and braking ability. The system can shut the internal combustion engine down before the MX-30 comes to a complete stop, thanks to a new belt-driven integrated starter motor (ISG). Not only does the ISG smooth the transition to an idling stop, it also aids re-start by assisting to spin the engine’s crankshaft. The result is a reduction in noise and vibration.
The M Hybrid battery majors on safety, durability and cold weather performance, and works with the regenerative braking system to store energy. The redeployment of this energy is intelligently controlled, and can be used to assist engine torque, enhance braking power or prolong idle stop time – all while improving fuel efficiency.
This powertrain uses 6.4L/100km on the combined fuel consumption cycle with 150g/km CO2, both based on ADR 81/02 test results.
Mazda MX-30 G20e Evolve
Introducing the first ever Mazda MX-30 M Hybrid range is the Evolve model grade. Highly specified as standard, the MX-30 G20e Evolve offers:
- 18-inch silver alloy wheels
- G-Vectoring Control Plus
- Exterior mirrors with power adjustment and auto folding function
- Auto on/off LED headlamps
- Rear spoiler
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Advanced keyless pushbutton start
- 8.8-inch widescreen colour display (Mazda Connect)
- 7-inch TFT LCD multi-information meter display
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Eight-speaker audio system with DAB+ and Bluetooth audio
- Satellite Navigation
- Dual-zone climate control with touchscreen controls
- Auto dimming interior rear-view mirror
- Electric parking brake with Auto Hold function
- Leather wrapped gear shifter
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- Paddle shift gear control
- Black and grey cloth seat upholstery
- Rear seats with 60/40 split and centre fold-down armrest
A comprehensive suite of active and passive safety features are fitted as standard across the Mazda MX-30 range.
MX-30 G20e Evolve standard safety features include:
- 10 Airbags: front (driver and passenger), side (front and rear), knee (driver), far side (driver) and curtain
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
- Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
- Emergency Lane Keeping with Road Keep Assist and Blind Spot Assist
- Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
- Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
- High Beam Control (HBC)
- Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) with Stop & Go
- Rear parking sensors
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Reverse camera
- Smart Brake Support (SBS)
- Rear (SBS-R)
- Rear Crossing (SBS-RC)
- Turn-across Traffic
- Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Mazda MX-30 G20e Touring
Stepping into the MX-30 G20e Touring adds the following standard equipment over the G20e Evolve:
- Advanced keyless entry
- Auto-dimming exterior driver-side mirror
- Exterior mirrors with two-position memory
- Pure White Maztex with grey cloth seat upholstery
- Driver’s seat with 10-way power adjustment, including lumbar adjustment and two-position memory
- Illuminated front vanity mirrors
Mazda MX-30 G20e Astina
The top-specification MX-30, the G20e Astina gains additional safety and specification over the G20e Touring:
- 18-inch bright-finish alloy wheels
- Heated exterior mirrors
- Glass sunroof with power tilt and slide
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Vintage Brown Maztex with black cloth seat upholstery
- 360-degree View Monitor
- Adaptive LED Headlamps (ALH)
- Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS)
- Driver monitoring
- Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)
- Front parking sensors
Vision Technology adds even more peace of mind to MX-30 G20e Evolve and G20e Touring
Vision Technology is available as an option on G20e Evolve and G20e Touring models (standard on G20e Astina). It is priced at $1500 and includes the following:
- 360-degree View Monitor
- Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS)
- Driver monitoring
- Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)
- Front parking sensors
3-Tone Colour Scheme brings personal touch to MX-30 G20e Astina
The following 3-tone colour schemes are available on the G20e Astina model grade:
- Ceramic Metallic with black roof and grey pillars $995
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic with black roof and grey pillars $1490
- Polymetal Grey Metallic with black roof and silver pillars $1490
Premium Exterior Colours available range-wide
The following premium exterior colours are available across the range at $495:
- Polymetal Grey Metallic
- Machine Grey Metallic
Mazda Service Select
The first-ever Mazda MX-30 M Hybrid is covered under Mazda’s comprehensive Mazda Service Select servicing plan.
Customers can expect to pay a total of $1942 over five years or 50,000km for routine servicing, with the yearly breakdown as follows:
| Service | Cost |
| Year 1 | $316 |
| Year 2 | $446 (includes brake fluid change) |
| Year 3 | $316 |
| Year 4 | $549 (includes cabin air filter and brake fluid change) |
| Year 5 | $316 |
Once we have tested and assessed the new Mazda MX-30, seniordriveraus will bring you a comprehensive review, including everything the over-50 driver needs to know.