r/MazdaCX30

My girlfriend just got a 2024 CX-30 with about 40k miles on it. I am the one who encouraged her to get the mazda, because I’ve been eyeing the hatchback 3 for years. The CX-30 appears to be a lifted 3, but it’s making me want a turbo 3 lol.

Anyway, I think it could use new tires. We live in the PNW so I wanted something that can handle rain, and a little snow/ice. Also some tires that we could take camping. Not going to be crazy off roading, but tires that can handle gravel and dirt roads without worry.

We have the 2.5 s select sport, so the wheels are 18 inches. Would getting smaller wheels be a better choice because I can get bigger tires? Does anyone know any tires that fit my needs on the 18 inch wheels? I believe the tires are stock right now, and they look sketchy to take down gravel roads especially with the 40k on them.

I find it very difficult to get in or out of the passenger seat of my new Mazda Carbon. The driver's side no problem. The passenger seat can be adjusted forward and backward with lever, and the back can be adjusted. But nothing for height? Am I missing something?

I've noticed some engines seem happiest in a certain RPM range where everything feels smooth and responsive. For CX-30 owners, is there a specific RPM range where you feel the engine really comes alive?

I'm curious whether people have noticed the same thing across different model years and engine options.

I saw in the manual it said to hand wash the car. And then wax by hand. Anyone do this ??

Hi!

I'm having an issue with the speedometer glass. No matter what I use to clean it, it gets scratched really easily. Even a microfiber cloth leaves micro-scratches. What's the best way to clean it? What do you guys use?

Alright, so I've had my mind made up and heart set on getting a new Honda HRV since abt March. BUT, for some reason I keep coming back to Mazda. I had initially crossed them off my list for three major reasons: the cargo space in the CX30 is actually less then what I have now in a '12 focus hatchback, bc the remote start is behind a paywall after the first year, and I simply dont know much about Mazda in general other than "Zoom Zoom". But since I keep coming back to brand, I've decided to un-cross them from my list and go deeper in my research.

It seems a new CX30 aire edition (non-turbo) would be the best option for me. Besides this post, my next step is watching 1001 youtube videos, and then definitely to get behind the wheel of the CX30 to really see if it fits.

Heres where I need your help: what should I know about Mazdas in general and specifically the CX30? What do you dislike about it? What do you wish you'd known before purchasing? Anything thats annoying or wish theyd change? Any recent recalls or issues that multiple people seem be having? Need to know maintenance schedule? Quirks and concerns?

And if you were comparing the HRV and CX30 before, what made you go with the CX30 in the end?

Thanks so much!

Basically what a car for less than 20,000€ that I will use for the highway and sometimes in the city. Although sedans should be better I want a CUV.

On the highway at 75mph/120kmph constant speed on paper the Lexus should be better - quieter and more smooth over bumps but is this accurate if you have driven both?

I am usually biased of the older car in this case the Lexus but the community promises at least 10 more years of high quality driving yet I think Mazdas tend to be a dark horse on the comfort+reliability+repair cost scale as they are more comfortable than a Toyota, don't have as many things to break as in a Lexus and even if something breaks its cheaper (even here in Europe).

Now one thing to note is that on the highway (3-4) drives per month everyone says the Lexus because of better seats and more floating experience will make a driver significantly less tired after a 4-5 hour drive but is it true though. As Mazda owners do you feel tired or overwhelmed by micro adjustments in steering after a 4-5 hour drive?

Now another alternative (this changes the core question completely) is to risk it all for a 2017 GLA (tend to lose value quicker than a Lexus which obviously is a sign) but I have the feeling it will be much more expensive and not more comfortable than a CX-30? What do you think?

Currently own a 2022 CX-30 Preferred. Thinking of giving it to my mom to replace her beater and getting myself a 2024 CX-90 Preferred. The CX-90 has the extra space that I've been missing with the CX-30 and still has good MPG. Anyone have any experience with the 2024 CX-90, any pros and cons besides the extra space?