The new Mazda CX-30 launched in Geneva Motor Show sits between the Mazda CX-5 and the compact crossover/SUV Mazda CX-3. Technically, the CX-30 is almost identical to the new CX-4 in China but for international markets.
With the same body but refreshed Kodo design, the Mazda CX-30 brings bolder and more premium exterior. The front grill is more pronounced while the rear sports new rounded and streamlined taillights similar to the Mazda 3.
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Options of the engine include the 2.0 SkyActive Petrol (Mazda CX-3 Philippine model) all the way up to the 2.5-liter gasoline and 1.8-liter turbo diesel. Safety offerings come standard to all models with 7 airbags and Mazda’s iActive sense ranging from cruise control to Traffic Alert System.
Transmission is either 6-speed automatic or manual while powertrain includes an FWD (2WD) or AWD.
In terms of interior and entertainment, both the Mazda 3 and CX-30 shares the premium cabin with an 8.8-inch center display and digital cluster gauge. Leather seats will be available to the AWD model.
Pricing for the base model is estimated at P1,300,000 pesos just between the CX-3 and CX-5. The official availability starts at the end of the year for Europe and early 2020 for Asian regions like the Philippines.
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2020 Mazda CX-30 specs, price, availability in the Philippines
- Body type: SUV / compact crossover, 5-door
- Engine: 2.0-liter SkyActiv, 2.5-liter, 2.2-liter SkyActiv D (diesel)
- Power: 148 HP @ 6000 rpm
- Torque: 192 Nm @ 2800 rpm
- Transmission: 6-speed Manual or 6-speed automatic
- Fuel efficiency: est. maximum 15km/l highway*
- Ground clearance: 200mm*
- Safety: 7 airbags including Driver and front passenger, ABS or Anti-lock Brake System, Parking sensors and camera, ISOFIX, iActive Sense
- Features: 8.8inch infotainment system
- Price: est. P1.3 Million for base model FWD or 2WD with 2.0 engine
- Release date: estimated Q1 2020 in the Philippines