Size-wise, it slots right between the CX-3 and the CX-5.Andrew Hoyle/RoadshowAs we've come to expect from the company's other introductions, the Mazda CX-30 is a great-looking car with striking proportions. Black plastic fender cladding hints at SUV toughness, while a sloping rear window adds a dose of sportiness. Compared to the CX-3, the CX-30 has a slightly higher ground clearance, a longer length and a longer wheelbase, all of which contribute to making it a little more eye-catching than Mazda's smaller crossover.Mazda chief designer Ryo Yanagisawa told Roadshow on Wednesday, through a translator, that the CX-30 is the second vehicle with Mazda's newest generation of its Kodo Soul of Motion design language. The first was - and going forward, all future models will follow this design language.Though their silhouette is somewhat similar, Yanagisawa said that the 3 and CX-30 are distinguished primarily by the surfacing on their body panels: 'The interplay of light and shadows is completely different.' On the Mazda3, light appears to plunge into the rear fender; on the CX-30, he said 'the top of the front fender is the energy source.' Mazda uses 'the interplay of light and shadow' to define its designs.MazdaObviously, as with most crossovers, the CX-30 also features lots of black plastic fender cladding.
The CX-3, Mazda’s smallest crossover to date, is almost four years old. This means that a facelift is due to arrive in 2019. This is the scenario that makes more sense, as the CX-3 is heavily.
That reduces the visual height of the car, Yanagisawa said, 'so the body looks slender and like it's floating in the air.' With the clean upper panels and tough lower cladding, the car follows Mazda's design brief of 'sleek and bold.' Within the cabin, and unlike Mazda's other crossovers and the 3, the infotainment screen is angled toward the driver and the dash design wraps around onto the doors. That's because the CX-30 is intended to be a multiple-passenger vehicle, and the wrap-around effect gives occupants, 'a sense of safety and security.' As a crossover, 'we have four seats and adults can be seated comfortably even for a long journey' in the CX-30, Yanagisawa said.
One of the most obvious design references to that is the fact that the windowline is the same height in front and back, whereas in the more driver-focused Mazda3 the beltline kicks upward. 'So front occupants and rear occupants can share the same view of the journey,' Yanagisawa explained. A high-end Signature trim level is a possibility but not yet confirmed.MazdaInterior materials, which have a total of four color combinations, are intended to give the car a more premium look and feel, Yanagisawa said. As to whether, like the CX-5 and, there would be a high-end Signature trim level, he said it's still up in the air.' We need to study whether we will have a Signature version,' he said, admitting that, 'The Mazda brand is trying to shift to Mazda premium.'
Though US specifications have yet to be confirmed, the European CX-30 will offer a 2.0-liter inline-four gas engine and a 1.8-liter diesel, with both manual and automatic transmissions of six speeds on offer. Also available will be Mazda's forthcoming, which like the 2.0-liter mill, will feature mild-hybrid technology.
We'd bet that the diesel won't make it to the US market, although Mazda does plan to sell a here. Also on offer will be all-wheel drive, as is expected from any crossover, as well as Mazda's G-Vectoring Control Plus torque-vectoring system.We'll have to wait some time to find out which of these features will make it to the US-market version. 'We are finalizing the offerings to the US market, but naturally, we're going to choose ones that will fit to each individual markets,' Naohito Saga, Mazda CX-30 program manager, told Roadshow through a translator. The CX-30's interior follows the stylish design of other Mazda crossovers.MazdaInterior room is said to be generous given the CX-30's exterior dimensions. Cargo space is pegged at 15.2 cubic feet by European measurement standards, which Mazda says is roomy enough to fit a large baby stroller and a large bag. Mazda says it designed the seat cushions so passengers can slide in and out more easily.The CX-30's interior design is pretty and mostly reminiscent of other new Mazda, with an 8.8-inch dash-mounted infotainment screen operated by a rotary controller.
Mazda says engineers specifically made sure to make the A- and C-pillars as narrow as possible to improve visibility, and that a high driving position was chosen to further improve forward sightlines.Active-safety technologies include the things like pre-collision braking, as well as advanced features like a driver monitoring function that uses infrared cameras to keep tabs on the driver's alertness level, forward cross-traffic alert for junctions and a low-speed traffic-jam assist that can control the car's steering, braking and acceleration in busy traffic. As to passive safety, a knee airbag is standard globally, and the front bumper and hood are designed to soften the impact on a pedestrian in an accident. The sloping rear window helps distinguish the CX-30 from the CX-3.Andrew Hoyle/RoadshowDespite being one of Mazda's smaller models, the CX-30 doesn't scrimp on refinement.
Mazda noted that engineers fitted extra sound-deadening materials and even took steps like reducing the number of holes cut into the carpet to keep NVH out of the cabin. That'll make it all the easier to enjoy the standard eight-speaker or optional Bose 12-speaker audio systems.Though it's still unknown when it will launch in the US market, the Mazda CX-30 looks to be a great addition to the company's crossover lineup, splitting the difference between the CX-3 and CX-5 and, hopefully, offering all the same driving satisfaction we've come to expect from the brand.
Mazda is showing interests about launching new, but smaller crossover based on Mazda3. The final launching is probably taking place in China since the production is centered there. We are expecting more news about this model since its nothing to be confirmed officially. The fans are overwhelmed to discover new possibilities for a new arrival.2020 Mazda CX-4 Styling Is Nicely FittedThis model should inherit the CX-3 model, although is well known that serious facelift is happening this year. This means that the new model of 2020 Mazda CX-4 could be the main sibling of this model. Although this crossover will be smaller in dimensions, but still renewed and with upper performance.
The styling is nicely fitted with sharper angles and boxier shape. From a distance, it reminds us of a hatchback model since the back side has more upper parts. There was a rumor that this model should be a Chinese version of a hatchback.This model at the frontal part looks similar to, but at the back is taller with upper ground clearance. The LED technology is involved in every trim level, and the upper ones will have a double row in additional lightning mode. The future CX-4 will be based on the same platform as CX-5 with smaller outer dimensions.
The black wheels and upper ground clearance will be in minor difference comparing to CX-5. Interior Offers Only Quality MaterialsThe new model of 2020 Mazda CX-4 will have nicely done the interior. However, even if it has smaller dimensions the inner space has a lot of room for driver and passengers. This crossover will be one of the unique models which could bring more options for the upgraded interior.
The technical support will be on a higher level as well. According to the latest reports, the new model of CX-4 will have less room than but other additions will be the same quality.This smaller crossover will have free-standing type init, which will be more centered.
The center console and the steering wheel will stay same, with perhaps two USB ports in addition. Furthermore, the interior will contain bigger rear screen to show better visibility. The driving will go a lot easier than before thanks to a rearview camera installed. PowertrainThe new arrival of 2020 Mazda CX-4 will have an interesting offer for engine spec.
There will be two possible versions of the new Cx-4. This will mean that one of them will be 2.2-liter diesel and 2.0 naturally aspirated petrol. There is more chance to see the new petrol engine in Europe. With the strength of 148 HP and 280 lb-ft and EWD and AWD, and adding an option for –speed manual or automatic gearbox, this model is promising.
However, they claim that this engine is capable enough to give 56 mpgMore powerful of the two engines has extra 25 HP and 30 lb-ft, and with that, you get choice of gearboxes and AWD adding costs of fuel economy and emissions. So, the best choice is definitely a smaller unit. The petrol is not worthy of bothering, so there is no need for best performance in this edition. The diesel, however, will have bigger demand in both markets. Even though is not so much popular in China, in Europe, and later probably in the USA, it will have a chance.2020 Mazda CX-4 Cost and ArrivalThe 2020 Mazda CX-4 will be quite an interesting model for this group segment. The new arrival will set new standards for its rivals and this is not the major point.
The new model will show extra performance and redesigned features which are more demanded beyond the eastern market.The main price for this model with standard equipment will be around $25.000. With most additions and upper trim levels, the top price should reach $35.000. Furthermore, we can expect this model to debut sometime in 2020.