MAZDA’S NEWEST SUV, the CX-30 has been put to the test by Australia’s motoring experts in Melbourne.
Sitting between Mazda CX-3 and Mazda CX-5 in size, Mazda CX-30 offers the practicality of an SUV combined with coupe-like styling and dynamic handling inspired by its small car sibling, Mazda3 – all for less than $30,000.
Integral to CX-30’s drive experience is Mazda’s G-Vectoring Control Plus (GVC Plus) which further enhances handling stability by using brake and engine control to help the vehicle respond to sudden steering inputs and give the driver confidence when cornering.
Where many SUVs may feel cumbersome in tight manoeuvres or corners, the CX-30 feels agile and smooth to drive with improved dampening of any noise, vibration and harshness emitted from the road or outside environment. Mazda’s new-generation high-tech Skyactiv-Vehicle Architecture provides a rigid vehicle structure able to use a complex damping structure to absorb and distribute energy input from the road surface into specific locations. In short, CX-30 drivers will feel reduced vibration and noise from the road.
Additionally, CX-30’s suspension system, including MacPherson struts and torsion beam suspension setup, in the front and rear respectively, quickly and accurately reads the road to smooth out the drive and allow the driver to enjoy natural-feeling, more connected vehicle handling.
Mazda’s Director of Marketing, Alastair Doak said the Mazda CX-30 is the complete package for customers looking for a practical, stylish vehicle without compromising on performance.
“All-new Mazda CX-30 is the perfect fit for customers that need a spacious, practical car but still want to enjoy the journey,” said Mr. Doak.
“CX-30 applies dynamics lessons learned on Mazda3, employing state-of-the-art Skyactiv-Vehicle Architecture with high-tech GVC Plus to deliver a handling that gives drivers ultimate confidence and a closer connection to the vehicle.”
“Furthermore, with CX-30’s long list of technology features including 360-degree camera, active driving display and smart brake support, along with its premium interior design, customers can be confident this is a vehicle that will give them the best of both worlds while still representing exceptional value.”
While Mazda CX-30 earned high praise from Euro NCAP for its passive safety performance after achieving a record 99 percent in adult occupant protection during safety testing in Europe, its active safety credentials are equally as impressive. An array of high-tech safety technology, standard across the range includes Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Departure Warning, Lane-keep Assist, Mazda Radar Cruise Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, reversing camera, Traffic Sign Recognition and Smart Brake Support – forward and reverse.
Mazda CX-30 is the fifth SUV to join the Mazda Australia range, and comes standard with Mazda’s five-year unlimited kilometre warranty and five-year Mazda Premium Roadside Assistance.
The Mazda CX-30 is on sale and available to test drive at Mazda dealerships nationwide.
| Manufacturer’s List Price (plus on road costs) | |
| G20 Pure FWD | $29,990 |
| G20 Pure FWD with Vision Technology | $31,490 |
| G20 Evolve FWD | $31,490 |
| G20 Evolve FWD with Vision Technology | $32,990 |
| G20 Touring FWD | $34,990 |
| G20 Touring FWD with Vision Technology | $36,290 |
| G25 Touring FWD | $36,490 |
| G25 Touring FWD with Vision Technology | $37,790 |
| G25 Touring AWD | $38,490 |
| G25 Touring AWD with Vision Technology | $39,790 |
| G20 Astina FWD | $38,990 |
| G25 Astina FWD | $41,490 |
| G25 Astina AWD | $43,490 |
Once we have tested and assessed the new Mazda CX-30, seniordriveraus will bring you a comprehensive review, including everything the over-50 driver needs to know.