Ratings: 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Well-appointed cabin justifies its price
In this article, we'll dive into the the 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High in detail through the WapCar Ratings system. The Mazda CX-30 competes against rivals like the Subaru XV, Toyota Corolla Cross, and Honda HR-V.
2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High: Driving Performance – 36/50, a matured Mazda 3
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Facts and Figures | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0-litre NA 4-cylinder |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic transmission |
| Power | 162 PS @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 213 Nm @ 4,000 rpm |
| Weight | 1,453 kg |
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 seconds |
| 100-0 km/h | 38.0 metres |
Power is enough to keep drivers engaged. Power delivery is refined and linear, as one would expect from a direct injection naturally aspirated engine.
We recorded the 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High's 0-100 km/h at 10.4 seconds, while the reverse took 38.0 metres to complete.
Steering is well-weighted and provides decent feedback from the road. However, it's not as responsive as the Mazda 3 and doesn't feel as light on its feet. The Mazda 3 has a more youthful and direct-feeling driving characteristics.
Also read: Mazda CX-30 vs Mazda 3 – Should you trade higher seating position for better handling?
The 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission is snappy fast and precise in its mapping. Paddle shifters are available for drivers to take over shifting duty.
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Driving Performances Breakdown | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Acceleration | 3.5 / 5 |
| In-gear Acceleration | 3.5 / 5 | |
| Throttle Response | 4 / 5 | |
| Transmission | Shift Logic | 2 / 3 |
| Smoothness | 4 / 5 | |
| Sport/Manual Mode | 2 / 3 | |
| Steering | Accuracy | 2 / 3 |
| Response | 2 / 3 | |
| Weight & Feel | 2 / 3 | |
| Braking | Distance | 2 / 3 |
| Feel | 2 / 3 | |
| Handling | Chassis Balance | 1.5 / 3 |
| Grip | 1.5 / 3 | |
| Load Reaction | 2 / 3 | |
| Total | 34 / 50 pts | |
2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High: Ride Comfort – 38/50, suspension is firm
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Cabin noise | |
|---|---|
| 0 km/h (AC off) | 38 dB |
| 0 km/h (AC on) | 44 dB |
| 60 km/h (AC on) | 60 dB |
| 90 km/h (AC on) | 62 dB |
| 110 km/h (AC on) | 66 dB |
Cabin insulation is exceptional in the Mazda CX-30, with low levels of noise in general. Wind and tyre noise are well surpressed, though engine noise is quite audible when pushed.
Ride quality of the Mazda CX-30 is on the firmer side, but not to the point of being crashy over road imperfections. Experienced in isolation, it rides well enough but certainly not as supple compared to the likes of Subaru XV and Toyota Corolla Cross.
The front seats offer good back and thigh support, while the rear seats are well-sculptured as well, though the backrest is a little upright.
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Ride Comfort Breakdown | |
|---|---|
| Sound Proofing | 9 / 10 |
| Suspension | 7 / 10 |
| Passenger Comfort | 7 / 10 |
| Seat Support | 4 / 5 |
| Ergonomics | 4 / 5 |
| Engine Refinement | 7 / 10 |
| Total points | 38 / 50 pts |
2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High: Quality and Features – 44.5/50, best-in-class materials and build
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Panel Gaps (mm) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Driver Side | Passenger Side | Difference |
| Bonnet | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Front Fender | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Front to Rear Door | 3.5 | 3 | 0.5 |
| Rear Door to quarter panel | 3.5 | 3 | 0.5 |
| Tailgate | 3 | 3.5 | 0.5 |
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Paint Thickness (µm) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Location | Driver Side | Passenger Side |
| Front Bonnet | 96 | |
| Front Fender | 100 | 99 |
| Front Door | 117 | 115 |
| Rear Door | 115 | 110 |
| Rear Quarter Panel | 108 | 108 |
| Tailgate | 106 | |
| Roof | 86 | |
| Average paint thickness: 105 µm ±9 | ||
Paint thickness consistency is commendable with a standard deviation of 9. Panel gap consistency is also above average.
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Exterior Material Use | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bonnet | Soundproofing Material | Thin |
| Struts | Manual | |
| Front Fenders | Soundproofing Material | Yes |
| Doors | Front Windows | Single Glazed |
| Rear Windows | Single Glazed | |
| Construction | One Piece | |
| Tailgate/Boot | Opening | Powered |
Build and selection of materials are best in class. All touch points are either covered with high quality supple leather or plastics.
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Cabin Material Use | ||
|---|---|---|
| Seat | Seat Cover | Leather |
| Armrest | Armrest Cover | Leather |
| Dashboard | Upper Section | Leather |
| Lower Section | Hard Plastic | |
| Front Doors | Upper Section | Soft Plastic |
| Middle Section | Leather | |
| Lower Section | Hard Plastic | |
The 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system supports both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and its user interface is easy to use and navigate. However, the screen is not touch operated and is only controlled via the rotary dial and buttons at the centre console.
The Mazda CX-30 2.0 High comes equipped with all the necessary passive safety features as well as ADAS, which includes AEB, LKA, LDW, BSM, and ACC.
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Quality & Feature Breakdown | ||
|---|---|---|
| Exterior | Paint Finish | 4 / 4 |
| Panel Gaps | 3 / 4 | |
| Assembly Quality | 2 / 2 | |
| Interior | Build Quality | 5 / 5 |
| Materials Used | 5 / 5 | |
| Features | Safety | 10 / 10 |
| ADAS | 4 / 5 | |
| Luxury | 3.5 / 5 | |
| Convenience | 3 / 5 | |
| Infotainment | 5 / 5 | |
| Total | 44.5 / 50 pts | |
2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High: Space and Practicality – 31/50, cramped rear quarters
Space in the rear of the Mazda CX-30 is on the smaller side compared to rivals in the segment, with 2 tennis balls of kneeroom and 1 tennis ball of headroom of a 175cm tall individual.
Practicality of the Mazda CX-30 is decent, with relatively large glove compartment and centre storage space, which can be partitioned for more flexibility.
The Mazda CX-30's boot space is rated at 430 litres, which is more than the Subaru XV but slightly trails behind the Honda HR-V, while Toyota Corolla Cross is rated at a rather large 487 litres.
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Interior Space Breakdown | |
|---|---|
| Front Row | 7 / 10 |
| Middle/Back Row | 5 / 10 |
| Third Row | 0 / 5 |
| Boot Space | 3.5 / 5 |
| Practicality | 4 / 5 |
| Storage Space | 4 / 5 |
| Visibility | 3.5 / 5 |
| Storage Flexibility | 4 / 5 |
| Total | 31 / 50 pts |
2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High: Fuel Economy – 12.5/20, decent for its class
After completing a 92.1 km journey broken down to 50% highway and 50% city driving, the amount of fuel required to brim the tank is 8.07 litres. This gives the Mazda CX-30 2.0 High a calculated fuel consumption figure of 8.8-litre/100 km.
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Fuel Consumption Test Breakdown | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Consumption | 11 / 15 |
| Eco Mode | 0 / 2 |
| Indicator Accuracy | 1.5 / 3 |
| Total points | 12.5 / 20 pts |
2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High: Purchase and Cost – 19/30, more expensive than rivals
The fully-imported 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High is priced at RM 159,109 (OTR without insurance, with SST discount), making it the most expensive amongst its locally-assembled rivals.
Warranty given is 5 years/100,000 km, whichever comes first. Servicing costs are zero for the first 5 years as Mazda Malaysia gives a 5-year/100,000 km free maintenance package.
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High - Purchase & Cost | ||
|---|---|---|
| Purchase | Car Price | 8 / 15 |
| Warranty | 3 / 5 | |
| Cost | Maintenance | 5 / 5 |
| Fuel Cost | 3 / 5 | |
| Total | 19 / 30 pts | |
2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High: Conclusion – 181/250 pts overall
The 2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0 High scored excellent points in quality and features, while ride comfort and driving performance are above average.
Interior space is one of Mazda CX-30's weaknesses, with slightly cramped rear quarters for taller individuals. And being fully-imported, it's more expensive than rivals.
However, if space is not a priority, then the price premium is well-worth paying as it has the most well-appointed cabin in its class. All packaged in a compact SUV that exhibits the sought-after Mazda Jinba Ittai driving behaviour.
Full Ratings list: https://www.wapcar.my/car-ranking
Also read:
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