Mazda CX-30: price, 2.5 S vs CX-30 Turbo, mpg and history
By CarWhere Research · Updated
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 is a subcompact SUV priced from $26,375 to $37,900 before a $1,595 destination charge. The 2.5 S makes 186 hp and is EPA-rated 27 mpg combined; the CX-30 Turbo makes 250 hp and 320 lb-ft on premium fuel. All-wheel drive is standard on every trim.
- Type
- Five-seat subcompact crossover SUV
- Price (MSRP)
- $26,375–$37,900 (2026 MY) · MSRP excl. $1,595 destination ($1,640 in Alaska), reflecting the May 4, 2026 $400 increase on 2.5 S models. Lowest = 2.5 S, highest = 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus.[1][2]
- Powertrains
- CX-30 2.5 S, CX-30 2.5 Turbo · 186–250 hp
- Current generation
- First generation, 2020–present
2026 Mazda CX-30 price and trims
New for 2026: Aire Editions, a brake limited-slip differential and a 10.25-inch touchscreen on upper 2.5 S trims. Mazda raised 2.5 S prices by $400 effective May 4, 2026; the 2.5 S price shown reflects it.[1][2]
| Trim | MSRP (2026) | Powertrain |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 S | $26,375excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY) | Skyactiv-G 2.5L (186 hp, 186 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD[1][2][3] |
| 2.5 S Select Sport | $28,060excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY) | Skyactiv-G 2.5L (186 hp, 186 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD[1] |
| 2.5 S Preferred | $29,690excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY) | Skyactiv-G 2.5L (186 hp, 186 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD[1] |
| 2.5 S Aire Edition | $30,250excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY) | Skyactiv-G 2.5L (186 hp, 186 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD[1] |
| 2.5 S Carbon Edition | $31,430excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY) | Skyactiv-G 2.5L (186 hp, 186 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD[1] |
| 2.5 S Premium | $33,640excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY) | Skyactiv-G 2.5L (186 hp, 186 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD[1] |
| 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition | $34,410excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY) | Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo (250 hp/320 lb-ft on 93 octane; 227 hp/310 lb-ft on 87), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD[1][3] |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus | $37,900excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY) | Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo (250 hp/320 lb-ft on 93 octane; 227 hp/310 lb-ft on 87), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD[1] |
Every CX-30 trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →
Mazda CX-30 engines, horsepower and mpg
Turbo output shown on 93-octane premium; Mazda rates it at 227 hp and 310 lb-ft on regular 87. For 2026 every CX-30 adds a brake limited-slip differential and updated dampers.
| Version | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Transmission | Drive | EPA mpg (city/hwy/comb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-30 2.5 S2.5 S, 2.5 S Select Sport, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Aire Edition, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, 2.5 S Premium | Skyactiv-G 2.5L naturally aspirated four-cylinder (rated on any fuel grade)[1][3] | 186 | 186 | 6-speed automatic | i-Activ AWD (standard) | 24/31/272026 MY[3] |
| CX-30 2.5 Turbo2.5 Turbo Aire Edition, 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus | Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo four-cylinder (250 hp/320 lb-ft on 93 octane; 227 hp/310 lb-ft on 87)[1][3] | 250 | 320 | 6-speed automatic (paddle shifters on Premium Plus) | i-Activ AWD (standard) | 22/30/252026 MY[3] |
Output is as rated by Mazda; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.
Mazda CX-30 Turbo
The CX-30 Turbo uses the same Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo as the Mazda3 Turbo and CX-50 Turbo. In the CX-30 it makes 250 hp and 320 lb-ft on 93-octane fuel, or 227 hp and 310 lb-ft on regular, with peak torque from 2,000 to 2,500 rpm.
For 2026 it comes as the Turbo Aire Edition ($34,410) and Turbo Premium Plus ($37,900). The EPA rates it 22/30/25 mpg, two mpg combined below the 2.5 S.[1][3][6]
Standard i-Activ AWD and Off-Road Traction Assist
Every 2026 CX-30 has i-Activ AWD, which watches weight distribution and shifts torque between axles, plus G-Vectoring Control Plus and Off-Road Traction Assist. New for 2026 is a brake-based limited-slip differential for traction and stability.[1]
Aire Edition and Carbon Edition
The 2026 Aire Edition, offered on both the 2.5 S and Turbo, pairs gloss black badges and black 18-inch wheels with a light interior of white leatherette and gray suede-like trim. The Carbon Edition comes only in Polymetal Gray with red leather and adds Bose 12-speaker audio.[1]
Mazda CX-30 generations by year
| Generation | US model years | Engines | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| First generation | 2020–present | Skyactiv-G 2.5L (186 hp, 186 lb-ft); Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo from 2021 (250 hp/320 lb-ft on premium) | The CX-30 debuted at the 2019 Geneva show and reached U.S. dealers as a 2020 model starting at $21,900. The 2.5 Turbo arrived for 2021 from $29,900. For 2026, AWD is standard, a brake limited-slip differential is added, and Aire Editions join the lineup.[4][5][6][1] |
Mazda CX-30 problems and recalls
The Mazda CX-30’s largest recall is 25V357, which reprograms or replaces the air bag sensor on 2024–2025 models because a low battery can switch the air bags off. Earlier campaigns cover 2020 brake caliper bolts and AWD fuel vent hoses, 2020–2021 power liftgates and a 2022–2023 ABS unit. Check any CX-30 VIN before buying.
| Issue | Generation | Years | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air bag sensor unit can switch off the air bags (recall 25V357)[7] | 1st gen (2020–present) | 2024–2025 | Recall 25V357 |
| Front brake caliper bolts may loosen (recall 20V346)[8] | 1st gen (2020–present) | 2020 | Recall 20V346 |
| Disconnected fuel vent hose can leak fuel on AWD models (recall 20V347)[9] | 1st gen (2020–present) | 2020 (AWD) | Recall 20V347 |
| Power liftgate can lower on its own on a slope (recall 21V086)[10] | 1st gen (2020–present) | 2020–2021 | Recall 21V086 |
| ABS hydraulic control unit may be damaged (recall 23V275)[11] | 1st gen (2020–present) | 2022–2023 | Recall 23V275 |
| Forward sensing camera can disable emergency braking (recall 24V649)[12] | 1st gen (2020–present) | 2024 | Recall 24V649 |
All 6 documented CX-30 issues and 6 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →
What CX-30 buyers actually paid
MSRP is the starting point, not the transaction price. These CarWhere pages show buyer-reported prices and dealer invoice estimates for the Mazda CX-30.
More CX-30 research
See how a CX-30 was built at the factory.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a 2026 Mazda CX-30?
The CX-30 starts at $26,375 for the 2.5 S and reaches $37,900 for the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus, before $1,595 destination.
How much horsepower does the CX-30 Turbo have?
250 hp and 320 lb-ft on 93-octane premium fuel, or 227 hp and 310 lb-ft on regular 87.
Is AWD standard on the CX-30?
Yes. Every 2026 CX-30 has i-Activ all-wheel drive.
What gas mileage does the CX-30 get?
The EPA rates the 2026 CX-30 2.5 S at 24/31/27 mpg (city/highway/combined) and the Turbo at 22/30/25.
When did the CX-30 come out?
It reached the U.S. as a 2020 model after debuting at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show; the Turbo was added for 2021.
Sources
Prices and output are as published by Mazda for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.
- 2026 Mazda CX-30: Pricing and Packaging (Sep 18, 2025) — Mazda USA Newsroom (news.mazdausa.com)
- Mazda Adjusts Pricing on Select 2026 Models, Effective May 4, 2026 — Mazda USA Newsroom (news.mazdausa.com)
- 2026 Mazda CX-30 fuel economy — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
- Mazda US History timeline — Mazda USA Newsroom (news.mazdausa.com)
- 2020 Mazda CX-30: Inspiring The Road Ahead (Nov 20, 2019) — Mazda USA Newsroom (news.mazdausa.com)
- 2021 Mazda CX-30 2.5 Turbo: Pricing and Packaging (Dec 1, 2020) — Mazda USA Newsroom (news.mazdausa.com)
- NHTSA recall 25V357000: Air Bags May Not Deploy in a Crash — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 20V346000: Front Brake Caliper Bolts May Loosen and Fall Off — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 20V347000: Disconnected Vent Hose May Cause Fuel Leak — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 21V086000: Power Liftgate May Lower Unexpectedly — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 23V275000: Damaged ABS Hydraulic Control Unit — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 24V649000: Forward Sensing Camera Malfunction — NHTSA
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