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Mazda CX-30 vs Mazda CX-5

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Mazda CX-30
Mazda CX-30

$29,990 - $51,256

2024 price

Mazda CX-5
Mazda CX-5

$29,888 - $60,328

2024 price

Summary

2024 Mazda CX-30
2024 Mazda CX-5
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Inline 4, 2.5L

Turbo 4, 2.5L
Fuel Type
Unleaded Petrol

Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency
6.6L/100km (combined)

8.2L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Dated interior
  • Fuel efficiency could be better
  • Bit noisy

  • Feels compact inside
  • Individual storage on the thin side
  • Thirsty engine
2024 Mazda CX-30 Summary

If you’re in the market for a city- and family-friendly compact SUV, you’re in luck.

The small SUV segment is one of the most heavily populated and hotly contested in the Aussie new-car market and the Mazda CX-30 G25 GT SP FWD is pitched against a seething pack of at least 10 similarly sized, generously specified and highly-credentialed competitors. 

So, stay with us on a mission to determine whether this high-end version of one of Mazda’s best sellers is worthy of a spot on your new-car short list.

 

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2024 Mazda CX-5 Summary

This week I’m family testing the new Mazda CX-5 Akera G35 and the top-grade model is well-equipped. But it faces stiff competition in the mid-sized SUV market with rivals like the Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage and the ever-popular Toyota RAV4.

How do you remain competitive in one of the most popular SUV classes? My family of three is finding out for you!

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