EXPERT REVIEW · COMPACT SUV

2026 Mazda CX-30 review

Mazda CX-30: a class leader on the details. Illustrative review

8.5/10 OffLot expert score

The 2026 Mazda CX-30 sits near the top of its class. Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor; easy to see out of and park. Price climbs fast with options and engine gets loud under hard acceleration, so test the trim you'd actually buy. Starting around $26,000, it undercuts most direct rivals.

What's good

  • Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor
  • Easy to see out of and park
  • Standard driver-assist suite

What to check

  • Price climbs fast with options
  • Engine gets loud under hard acceleration

Best for: Buyers who want low running costs without giving up comfort. Starting MSRP: $26,000.

Owner reviews · 4.7 of 5 from 3 owners

★★★★☆Andre N. · Houston, TX · 32 months owned
Good, not perfect

Replaced an older Mazda with this one. Big step up in cargo room; I'd like a little more power from the base engine.

★★★★★Carlos L. · Nashville, TN · 12 months owned
Solid, with a few quirks

Replaced an older Mazda with this one. Big step up in cargo room; I'd like a little more power from the base engine.

★★★★★Lillian P. · Denver, CO · 19 months owned
Solid, with a few quirks

Bought it for the school runs and road trips and it has handled everything so far. Fuel economy has been close to the sticker in mixed driving.

Price trend · used Mazda CX-30, 12 months

$16.7k$17.2k$17.6k$18.0k$18.4kNov 25Jan 26Mar 26May 26Jul 26Sep 26

Average used asking price in the OffLot demo index: $17,913 · -0.28% last 30 days · +5.04% year over year.

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