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Mazda CX-30 4WD
Mazda · Cars · 2024
Mazda CX-30 4WD (2024)
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⚠ 26 complaints
Status
Safe
Good track record, minimal issues
Status Safe — no safety recalls recorded; minor complaints only.
Specifications
Engine Size2.5L
Fuel TypeRegular
Transmission6 speed automatic
Drivetrain4-Wheel Drive
Combined MPG25 MPG
Mazda CX-30 4WD Comparison with Similar Vehicles
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Price$25,000–$31,000$23,000–$31,000———$27,900
Engine Capacity2.5L2L2L3L3L1.3L
Fuel TypeRegularRegularRegularDieselDieselRegular
Transmission6 speed automaticAutomatic (AV-S1)Automatic (AV-S10)Automatic 10-spdAutomatic 10-spdAutomatic 9-spd
Body TypeSUVSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
About

The 2024 Mazda CX-30 4WD offers a robust 2.5L naturally aspirated engine delivering 191 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque, paired with a smooth 6-speed automatic transmission. Its 4-wheel drive system and SUV body style provide versatility, while its strong safety status ensures peace of mind on the road.

Pros
  • Safe vehicle status
  • No recalls on record
  • Strong max power output
  • Good highway MPG
Cons
  • 26 complaints on record
  • Below-average city MPG
Complaints26 total
MAZDA CX-30 2024 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
medium
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The automatic braking turned on while I was accelerating. My car is available for inspection. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I could have been rear ended because my car automatically braked at an unpredictable time in rush hour traffic with someone very close behind me. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? It has happened to me maybe 4 times before but the dealer hasn't been able to reproduce it. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? No. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? It first happened soon after I bought my car new.
NHTSAUSJun 2026Source →
MAZDA CX-30 2024 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
medium
The vehicle intermittently fails to start when pressing the push-button start system. The start/stop button becomes unresponsive despite normal conditions (key present, brake engaged, no warning indicators preventing ignition). This has now occurred twice within two years of ownership, indicating a recurring issue rather than an isolated incident. On the most recent occurrence, the vehicle was completely unable to start and required towing. The tow truck operator reported that he had towed four vehicles of the same make/model for the exact same issue within one week, suggesting a broader pattern affecting multiple vehicles. Safety Concern: This presents a significant safety risk, including: •Inability to start the vehicle in unsafe or emergency situations •Risk of being stranded in dangerous environments (e.g., roadside, extreme weather, unsafe areas) •Potential failure of the ignition system, which raises concerns about reliability of vehicle operation overall A malfunction in the start/stop system directly impacts the vehicle’s basic functionality and creates an unpredictable and potentially hazardous situation for drivers. Additional Notes: Given the repeated occurrence and reports of similar failures in other identical vehicles, this issue may represent a systemic defect that warrants investigation.
NHTSAUSApr 2026Source →
MAZDA CX-30 2024 VISIBILITY/WIPER
high
I was driving down the Highway and the sun roof just exploded send shards of glass everywhere and nothing had hit it or anything. It just exploded. When I got to the dealer the person ahead of me had the exact same thing and we compared pictures. It was scary, dangerous and really loud when it happened.
NHTSAUSApr 2026Source →
MAZDA CX-30 2024 SERVICE BRAKES
high
I was sold this 2024 Mazda cx30 from Ken ganley kia located in mentor Ohio (44060) the vehicle started showing major electrical issues. when they occur I have no control of the functions of anything in the cabin (infotainment, heat/air, braking system,) just to name a few. My wife and I were assured we were purchasing a good safe and reliable used vehicle. I feel this vehicle is extremely unsafe and unpredictable and ken ganley kia of mentor refuse to take this unsafe vehicle back or even pay for the repairs. I am utterly disappointed such a big name in the auto industry could turn there back on a customer not only that let a young family pull off in a unpredictable electrical nightmare of a vehicle and refuse to stand by it.
NHTSAUSFeb 2026Source →
MAZDA CX-30 2024 POWER TRAIN
medium
I had both the left front and right front CV axles fail. My car only has 11.5k miles on. I first heard the clunking noise at 11k miles, went right to the dealer and had them watch me recreate the noise and they determined the axles needed to be replaced. This is incredible dangerous as the CV axle could have been completely disconnected from the wheel assembly leaving my car useless and uncontrollable.
NHTSAUSJan 2026Source →
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Status history
Certified→Safe8 Jun 2026
Lemon Score: 89. 13 data points. v3 scoring.
Uncertain→Certified31 May 2026
Lemon Score: 94. 3 data points. v3 scoring.
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