2026 Mazda CX-30
2026 Mazda CX-30
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 is a sleek and sporty SUV suitable for all types of drivers. Whether you love a compact crossover or haven't considered one until now, the CX-30 offers plenty of high-tech features, safety, and comfort. With the 2026 edition already arriving at showrooms across the United States, our team here at Autex Mazda wants to introduce you to everything you can expect with this newest release. Stay tuned as we dive in, and let's kick things off below!
What Are the Changes in the 2026 CX-30?
There will be several changes to the 2026 Mazda CX-30, including its trim offerings, technology, and design. Notably, you can expect these changes in 2026:
- A 10.25-inch center display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is available.
- A brake-based limited-slip differential is now standard.
- New Aire Edition trims available (adds gloss black badges, black metallic wheels, and black roof rails and mirrors).
- All models feature the i-ACTIV all-wheel-drive system.
Overall, the packaging of the Mazda CX-30 gets a new look, with your Aire Edition vehicles having that blackened, sleek aesthetic. Specifically, the cars receiving an Aire Edition are the 2.5 S Aire Edition and the 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition.
Elegant Exterior
One of the key selling points of the 2026 Mazda CX-30 is its elegant exterior. You get a signature KODO design from Mazda, embracing Japanese elegance and luxury. Additionally, with the Aire Edition vehicles, your color palette becomes darker and sleeker. LED lighting will be a staple feature on the front and back of this car, as will its multi-spoke alloy wheels. The CX-30 is pleasing to look at, just as much as it is to drive.
Mazda KODO Design
The idea behind Mazda's KODO design is “Soul of Motion," the philosophy that aims to capture the beauty of natural movement. This is usually executed through curved lines and body styles that feel unending, with a strong Japanese influence. Mazda is one of the few mainstream Japanese automakers in the United States, so it does something most auto manufacturers do not with its design process.
- What it is: KODO design draws heavily from the natural world and Japanese aesthetics, emphasizing fluidity, balance, and the raw energy of living things.
Sophisticated Interior
Looking inside the 2026 Mazda CX-30, you will notice the attention to detail. Much like the exterior of the CX-30, the interior also features a minimalist, clean aesthetic, with high-tech features tying everything together. You get standard interior features like:
- 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback
- Cloth-trimmed sport seats and door inserts
- Vinyl-covered sun visors with extensions
- 7-inch LCD Meter Display
- 8.8-inch large center display
- 8-speaker audio system
The interior dimensions of the 2026 Mazda CX-30 are as follows:
- Headroom (front/rear): 38.1 / 38.3 inches
- Shoulder room (front/rear): 55.6 / 53.6 inches
- Hip room (front/rear): 54.6 / 53.2 inches
- Legroom (front/rear): 41.7 / 36.3 inches
- Passenger volume: 94.1 cubic feet
- Cargo volume: 20.2 cubic feet
Engine, Power, and Performance
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 engine, power, and performance features are also worth noting. Your base engine is a Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder, which produces 186 horsepower. The next engine option is a Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter Dynamic Pressure Turbo engine that delivers 250 horsepower on premium fuel.
Regarding powertrain specifics, you can bet on both engines being paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and Mazda's i-ACTIV all-wheel-drive (AWD) system. They're easy to drive, have smooth handling, and can handle bad weather and conditions.
0-60 MPH Times
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 is expected to accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in approximately eight seconds. This is when testing the base engine, while the turbo engine achieves 60 MPH in 6.2 seconds.
Fuel Efficiency
Fuel efficiency remains a key highlight across Mazda's releases. You can expect up to 27 miles per gallon (MPG) combined in the base engine models, while the turbocharged engines have a combined rating of up to 25 miles per gallon.
Here is a breakdown of both engines, per the EPA:
- Base engine: 24 city, 31 highway MPG
- Turbo engine: 22 city, 30 highway MPG
You'll use roughly 3.7 to 4.0 gallons of gas for every 100 miles you travel in this year's CX-30 SUV.
What Are the 2026 Mazda CX-30 Trim Levels?
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 comes in a total of eight trims. You have the 2.5 S to start, followed by the 2.5 S Aire Edition and the 2.5 S Carbon Edition right in the middle of the series, and the highest trim being the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus. Pricing ranges from $25,975 to $37,900.
2.5 S
This is your entry-level trim to the series, with the 2.5 S retailing for $25,975 and offering these standard features:
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder 191-horsepower engine
- i-ACTIV AWD for confident handling
- LED headlights and taillights
- 8.8-inch display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Black grille and body-color side mirrors
2.5 S Select Sport
The next Mazda CX-30 is the 2.5 S Select Sport, which costs $27,660 and will feature much of what is in the above trim, plus enhancements like:
- Ceramic Metallic paint
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Heated black door mirrors
- Eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat
- Heated driver and passenger seats
- Alexa Built-in integration
- Leatherette seats in Black or Greige
- Leather-wrapped shifter and steering wheel
2.5 S Preferred
The next trim in the 2026 CX-30 lineup is the 2.5 S Preferred. This SUV costs $29,290. You get much of what you'd see in the previous trim, with these upgrades:
- 10.25-inch large center touchscreen display
- Wireless phone charging
- Power-sliding glass moonroof
- Silver roof rails
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- 18-inch wheels in a silver metallic finish
- Body-colored door mirrors
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Overhead console with sunglass holder
- Smart Brake Support-Rear
- Rear Cross-Traffic Braking
2.5 S Aire Edition
The new trim for this model year is the 2.5 S Aire Edition, which retails for $29,850 and offers the following highlights to drivers:
- All features from the Preferred package
- Gloss black badges and accents
- 18-inch black metallic aluminum alloy wheels
- Black roof rails and side mirrors
- Unique interior mood lighting
- White leatherette seats and gray cloth inserts
2.5 S Carbon Edition
The 2.5 S Carbon Edition is another trim for the 2026 Mazda CX-30 we'd like to cover, which retails for $31,030. Here are its highlights this year:
- Exclusive Polymetal Gray exterior paint
- Red leather seats and interior
- Black 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels
- Gloss black heated door mirrors
- All features in the CX-30 2.5 S Preferred package
- A Bose 12-speaker premium audio system
- Frameless auto-dimming inner mirror with Homelink
2.5 S Premium
Heading into our highest trim levels, the 2026 Mazda CX-30 also comes in the 2.5 S Premium package, which costs $33,240 and offers the following highlights:
- Includes Carbon Edition features
- Heated steering wheel
- 360° View Monitor
- Active Driving Display
- Adaptive Front-lighting System
- Black or white leather seats
- A power liftgate
- Silver metallic 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels
- LED signature illumination headlights and taillights
2.5 Turbo Aire Edition
Another new trim for the 2026 Mazda CX-30 is the 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition, which costs $34,410 and features:
- A Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo four-cylinder engine
- Up to 250 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque
- Black exterior badges and detailing
- Light interior color scheme
- White leatherette seats with gray suede-like inserts
2.5 Turbo Premium Plus
The highest trim level for the 2026 Mazda CX-30 is the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus model, which has a retail price of $37,900. Here's what you can expect with this SUV:
- Gloss black exterior badges
- Black exterior trims
- Paddle shifters on the steering wheel
- SiriusXM satellite radio with a three-month complimentary trial
- An auto-dim driver's door mirror
- Cruising and Traffic Support
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
Mazda takes safety and driver-assistance very seriously with the CX-30 lineup, with standard features including:
- Dynamic Stability Control with Traction Control System
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Lane-keep Assist
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Driver Attention Alert
- High Beam Control
- Rear seat alert
- Rear View Monitor
- Engine-immobilizer anti-theft system
- Keyless remote panic button (on key fob)
- LATCH child safety seat anchors & upper tethers
- Child safety rear door locks
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Vehicle Exit Warning
The IIHS also ranks the CX-30 as a Top Safety Pick+ vehicle, one of its highest honors for crashworthiness.
Warranty and Maintenance
The warranty and maintenance programs Mazda offers you are generous. For instance, drivers getting one of these SUVs this year will have the following coverage:
- 3-Year/36,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty (Bumper-to-Bumper): This covers most components for defects in materials or workmanship.
- 5-Year/60,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty: Extends coverage to the engine, transmission, and drivetrain.
- 7-Year/100,000-Mile Anti-Perforation Warranty: Protects against rust-through corrosion.
- 3-Year/36,000-Mile Roadside Assistance: Provides support such as towing and jump-starts.
Note: Maintenance is not included in your complimentary coverage.
Reliability and Driving Experience
Since the 2026 Mazda CX-30 has not yet hit the roads on a large scale, official reliability scores are not yet available. However, from pro and hobbyist reviews and ratings, this crossover scores highly for its smooth handling and perky engine options.
How Does the 2026 Mazda CX-30 Compare vs. the Competition?
Comparing the 2026 Mazda CX-30 to similarly priced and designed models is difficult because it blows them out of the water. For example, the test drive. We have plenty of new inventory for you to explore, and our top-rated sales crew is always happy to answer your CX-30 questions. Drive safely, and we'll see you soon!