Mazda CX-30 G25 Astina SUV 2023 Review

Is the CX-30 G25 Astina any good

Mazda CX-30 – I have just driven the stylish and comfortable Mazda CX-30. It’s an ideal sized, urban SUV and comes in a range of models and engine options.    2023 Mazda CX-30 G25 Astina AWD SUV front qtr The CX-30 is a good-looking SUV, that seems to get the proportions right

The model I drove was the G25 Astina in both front wheel and all wheel drive.

The Astina comes packed with almost every luxury, comfort, and safety feature you could want.

Inside its typically Mazda quality and layout.

Little luxuries like heated front leather seats and steering wheel, dual zone air conditioning with rear vents, multiple USB ports and the vision technology pack are all included as standard.

The G25 comes with a 2.5 litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine that has maximum power of 139 kilowatts and maximum torque of 252 newton metres. It comes a six speed sports automatic transmission.

This combination is smooth and easy to drive around town or on longer trips. Its also relatively economical as well. I would choose the all wheel drive version for the extra grip in wet conditions.

Its one of those cars that you slip into easily and just feels right.

The Mazda CX-30 G25 Astina is priced from $47,729 plus the usual costs.

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What is good?

  • Looks good.
  • Mazda Quality Luxury and comfort
  • Nice to drive, balanced and responsive

What is not so good?

  • Central screen not touch but dial controlled
  • No turbo version of the G25
  • Wired Apple Car Play and Android Auto connectivity

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Small to Mid sized AWD SUVs are everywhere. The Urban segment is even more competitive. It’s a matter of choosing one that suits you best. Almost every manufacturer has one.

Buyers could look at Toyota Corolla Cross, Kia Seltos, Subaru Crosstrek, Haval Jolion HEV, Audi Q2, Citroen C4, Peugeot 2008 GT, Jeep Compass, and Nissan QASHQAI.

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Mazda CX-30

Model

CX-30 G25 Astina AWD

Model Price$45,310 MLP*
Engine2.5L 4 Cyl Petrol Euro 5
Drivetrain6 Sp Sports AT i-ACTIV AWD
Power139kW @ 6,000rpm
Torque252Nm @ 4,000rpm
SafetyFive-star ANCAP (tested June 2019)
0-100kmh / Top Speed9.1 secs / TBA
CO2 Emissions157 g/km
Economy ADR6.8L/100km / 48L capacity
Economy on test7.7L/100k
Max Range842km
Servicing12Mth / 10,000km Capped Price
Warranty5yr/ Unlimited km
Roadside Assist5Yr. conditional roadside assist

*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)

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Overall Rating    

78/100

Behind the Wheel8
Comfort8
Equipment8
Performance8
Ride and Handling8
Practicality8
Fit for Purpose8
AWD/Towing Capability*6  (AWD 3/5 Towing 3/5 )
Technology/connectivity8
Value for Money8

*Towing and AWD capability is measured against similar vehicles in the same class.

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Dimensions

 
Overall Length4395mm
Wheelbase2655mm
Width1795mm
Height1540mm
Wheels18×7.0 Alloy
Tyres215/55 R18
Max ground clearanceUp to 175mm
Wading DepthNot applicable
ApproachNot applicable1
RampoverNot applicable
Departure angleNot applicable
Turning Circle KTK10.6m
Boot space min317L
Boot space Max422L
Tub DepthN/A
Kerb Weight1544kg
Payload (kg)TBC
GVM (kg)TBC
GCMTBC
Towing Capacity1200kg
Tow Ball rating80kg

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Summary

Mazda CX-30 – I have just driven the stylish and comfortable Mazda CX-30. It’s an ideal sized, urban SUV and comes in a range of models and engine options.

Its one of those cars that you slip into easily and just feels right.

The Mazda CX-30 G25 Astina is priced from $47,729 plus the usual costs.

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Brianna has been driving a different car every week since she got her learners permit. Now writing and doing videos for us she is also qualified in the Hospitality, Beauty and Child Care industries but still finds time to be our resident gourmet chef. She provides the most magnificent meals when the mood takes her.Her camp oven damper made at Ute weekends and camping trips has to be tasted to be believed.In addition to that, she has a particular affinity with off road driving and has been driving since she was 9 years on the same farm as Rob learned to drive on. Unusually for one so young she is exceptionally competent with off road driving, keeping up with drivers that many more years experience. Brianna is currently compiling her own bush cook book along with her other business interests.