Mazda CX-30 alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Mazda CX-30, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Mazda CX-30 and are good next research steps.

from $45,700

Volkswagen Golf R

Price : 45,700 - 46,500 $
Body Type : 4MOTION Hatchback
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Manual, Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 315 HP
FuelEconomy City : 20 - 22 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 28 - 31 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 280 - 295 lb-ft
Model : Golf R
Modell : 2.0T Manual, 2.0T DSG
Trim Level : 2.0T Manual, 2.0T DSG
Engine Displacement : 2 L
Curb weight : 3,397 - 3,474 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 14.5 gal
Length : 168.9 in.
Width : 70.4 in.
Height : 57 in.
Brand : Volkswagen

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Quick data check: Volkswagen Golf R

considerably cheaper
moderately more efficient
markedly more power
marginally lighter

from $32,000

Volkswagen Golf GTI

Price : 32,000 - 40,800 $
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Manual, Automatic
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Power HP : 241 HP
FuelEconomy City : 23 - 24 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 33 - 34 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 273 lb-ft
Model : Golf GTI
Modell : 2.0T 380 S Manual, 2.0T S DSG, 2.0T 380 SE Manual, 2.0T SE DSG, 2.0T 380 Autobahn Manual, 2.0T Autobahn DSG
Trim Level : 2.0T 380 S Manual, 2.0T S DSG, 2.0T 380 SE Manual, 2.0T SE DSG, 2.0T 380 Autobahn Manual, 2.0T Autobahn DSG
Engine Displacement : 2 L
Curb weight : 3,137 - 3,188 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 13.2 gal
Length : 168.8 in.
Width : 70.4 in.
Height : 57 in.
Brand : Volkswagen

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Quick data check: Volkswagen Golf GTI

clearly cheaper
very slightly more efficient
only slightly more power
marginally lighter

from $22,000

Volkswagen Jetta

Price : 22,000 - 29,000 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Power HP : 158 HP
FuelEconomy City : 29 - 30 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 40 - 41 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 184 lb-ft
Model : Jetta
Modell : SE Auto, SEL Auto, S Auto, Sport Auto
Trim Level : SE Auto, SEL Auto, S Auto, Sport Auto
Engine Displacement : 1.5 L
Curb weight : 3,012 - 3,071 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 13.2 gal
Trunk Volume : 14.1 cu. ft.
Length : 186.5 in.
Width : 70.8 in.
Height : 57 in.
Brand : Volkswagen

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Quick data check: Volkswagen Jetta

visibly more power
moderately cheaper
slightly more efficient
a bit lighter

from $37,000

Mazda MX-5 Miata RF

Price : 37,000 - 40,200 $
Body Type : Convertible
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Manual, Automatic
Drive Type : Rear Wheel
Power HP : 181 HP
FuelEconomy City : 26 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 34 - 35 MPG
Seats : 2
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 151 lb-ft
Model : MX-5 Miata RF
Modell : Club Manual, Grand Touring Manual, Grand Touring Auto
Trim Level : Club Manual, Grand Touring Manual, Grand Touring Auto
Engine Displacement : 2 L
Curb weight : 2,452 - 2,496 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 11.9 gal
Trunk Volume : 4.5 cu. ft.
Length : 154.1 in.
Width : 68.3 in.
Height : 49 in.
Brand : Mazda

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Quick data check: Mazda MX-5 Miata RF

considerably cheaper
visibly more power
clearly lighter

from $42,500

Genesis G70

Price : 42,500 - 53,100 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Rear Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 300 - 368 HP
FuelEconomy City : 17 - 21 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 23 - 29 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 311 - 376 lb-ft
Model : G70
Modell : 2.5T RWD, 3.3T Sport Advanced RWD, 2.5T AWD, 3.3T Sport Advanced AWD
Trim Level : 2.5T RWD, 3.3T Sport Advanced RWD, 2.5T AWD, 3.3T Sport Advanced AWD
Engine Displacement : 2.5 - 3.3 L
Curb weight : 3,691 - 4,017 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 15.8 gal
Trunk Volume : 10.5 cu. ft.
Length : 184.4 in.
Width : 72.8 in.
Height : 55 in.
Brand : Genesis

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Quick data check: Genesis G70

significantly cheaper
a bit more efficient
marginally lighter
noticeably more power

from $33,700

Honda Accord Hybrid

Price : 33,700 - 39,300 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Power HP : 204 HP
FuelEconomy City : 46 - 51 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 41 - 44 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 134 lb-ft
Model : Accord Hybrid
Modell : Sport Sedan, EX-L Sedan, Sport-L Sedan, Touring Sedan
Trim Level : Sport Sedan, EX-L Sedan, Sport-L Sedan, Touring Sedan
Engine Displacement : 2 L
Curb weight : 3,468 - 3,532 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 12.8 gal
Trunk Volume : 16.7 cu. ft.
Length : 195.7 in.
Width : 73.3 in.
Height : 57 in.
Brand : Honda

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Quick data check: Honda Accord Hybrid

markedly cheaper
a bit more power
only slightly lighter
clearly more efficient

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