What makes a Mazda CX-30 so fun to drive is its unique and handsome body design. The 2023 CX-30 came with Mazda’s latest design language, also the cabin receiving a sports vibe with high-class materials.
Let’s break down a bit of exterior and performance interior pricing and more and see if the 2023 model year CX-30 fits your lifestyle and daily use.
Exterior
The 2023 Mazda CX-30 embodies Mazda’s Kodo—Soul of Motion design philosophy. Its body shape gives it a premium and athletic look among its rival subcompact SUV segments.
From the front, the CX-30 features a wide sculpted grille finished in gloss black and a sleek winged signature that blends into the sharp LED headlamps, giving the car a more aggressive appearance. In higher trims you will get adaptive LED headlights with auto-leveling and signature daytime running lights (DRL), which enhances visibility and visual appeal.
The side of the CX-30 has smooth, uninterrupted body curves, and around the wheel arches, a black color is added to give the SUV a rugged stance.
The 2023 CX-30 comes with standard alloy wheels in the base trim; it’s 16 inches, going up to 18 inches or 19 inches, all machine-finished or in a black metallic design that is found on the upper trim. The rear of this CX-30 features minimalist LED taillights, dual exhaust outlets, a rear spoiler, and a wide bumper that complements the car’s balanced proportion. You get chrome detailing and roof rails on specific trim levels.
Power and Performance
Under the hood, the CX-30 offered a 2.5 L Skyactiv-G petrol engine producing 186 horsepower; if imported from the US, the base model received a boost from 186 horsepower to 196 horsepower, but plenty of Mazdas in Kenya are mostly imported from Japan, which has only 186 horsepower. Later Mazda offered a turbocharged 2.5-liter petrol engine that delivers up to 250 horsepower. Both engines were paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, which adjusted its gears smartly based on driving conditions.
The CX-30 is the best choice car to drive in Kenya; that’s because of its balanced size, all-wheel-drive capabilities, and high ground clearance of 6.9 inches (175 mm), making it suitable for urban cruising and rural cruising. Also, the 6-speed transmission is available with Mazda’s i-Activ all-wheel drive system.
Mazda CX-30 Fuel consumption and acceleration
The 2.0L SkyActiv-G petrol engine consumes 14.5 to 16.0 km/L, the 2.5 L petrol engine (Skyactiv-G) fuel consumption is 12.5 to 14.0 km/L, and lastly, the 2.5 L turbo petrol engine consumption is 10.5 to 12.0 km/L. From 0 to 100 km, the 2.0 L sprints in 9.7 seconds, the 2.5 L sprints in 8.5 seconds, and the 2.5 L turbo sprints in 6.4 seconds.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Stepping inside of the 2023 CX-30, it was well crafted by perfection. The cabin feels large with enough legroom for passengers in both front and rear seats and can accommodate 5 passengers, two at the front and two adults at the back, with a captain’s chair that only fits a child. The interior layout is clean and modern, filled with high-grade materials throughout, even in base models.
Interior features consist of 8-way manual adjustable driver’s seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, a tilt-and-telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a push-button start. In higher trims you get power-adjustable front seats with memory settings, heated front seats, a power sunroof, and lastly a frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror.
Storage and Cargo
Despite the CX-30’s compact design, it offers smart storage options throughout its cabin, starting with the front row, in which you can find spacious door bins and dual cup holders, and you will find a covered center console and a medium-sized glove box. Rear passengers have seatback pockets and smaller door pockets. For mid and upper trims, they get fold-down cup holders in the center armrest.
The CX-30 cargo space is about 20.2 cubic feet (571 liters) located behind the rear seats. The rear seats can be folded to increase the storage area to 42.2 cubic feet (1280 liters). Top spec trims get a power-operated liftgate for convenience.
Infotainment and tech
The CX-30 is equipped with a standard 8.8-inch screen and Mazda Connected Services operated via a rotary controller. Standard features include WiFi connectivity, standard Bluetooth support, and two front USB inputs. Other features are Apple CarPlay or Android Auto and SiriusXM satellite radio.
Base and mid-trim have an 8-speaker audio system, while upper trims such as Turbo Premium and Premium Plus received 12 speakers. Bose premium audio system. You also get wireless phone charging, satellite navigation, and a full-color head-up display.
2023 Mazda CX-30 Trims and Pricing
Base Models (entry-level): 2.0 Pure, 2.5 Pure / 2.5 S
This is the cheapest CX-30 model for buyers seeking a stylish, reliable crossover. This trim either has a 2.0 L or a 2.5 L petrol engine and has basic interior materials, cloth seats, and a standard 8.8-inch infotainment system. It includes essential driver assistance features like adaptive cruise control and lane departure warning. The CX-30 base model pricing in Kenya starts at approximately KSh 3.4M–3.8M.
Mid-Tier Model – 2.0 Select, 2.5 Select / 2.5 S Select
These trims receive added comfort, minor performance upgrades, and safety. Comfort features include leatherette-trimmed seats, an upgraded audio system, and a larger infotainment system, and for safety they gave it additional airbags, and additional safety technologies include blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. Pricing starts at approximately KSh 3.7M–4.0M.
Upper model—2.5 Preferred, 2.5 Premium / Turbo Premium
For buyers who are seeking something more refined and dynamic, this model was created just for them. It features a turbocharged 2.5 L petrol engine, which delivers a boosted performance, and it features powered and ventilated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and large alloy wheels. It’s available as all-wheel drive or standard. Pricing starts at approximately KSh 3.7M–4.0M.
Special models: Carbon Edition, Black Tone Edition, Turbo Premium Plus, special Japanese editions
This is the top and most expensive 2023 CX-30 model. It stands as the year model’s flagship vehicle, featuring Nappa leather seat upholstery, heated and ventilated seats, a sunroof, premium Bose sound systems, and a 360-degree camera system. Driver assistance features include traffic jam assist and adaptive headlights, just additional to what other trims offer. Pricing starts at approximately KSh 4.1M–4.7M+.
