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Mazda MX-30
Compact crossover SUV From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Mazda MX-30 is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Mazda and sold as a battery electric (BEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or mild hybrid (MHEV) variant.[5] Based on the CX-30, it was unveiled at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show.[6] Production of the vehicle, which is Mazda's first mass-produced electric car, began at their Ujina factory on 19 May 2020.[7]
The plug-in hybrid variant uses a drivetrain operating in series, with a rotary engine acting as a range extender to the batteries. As one of the first automakers to successfully manufacture and market a Wankel rotary piston engine, Mazda built the engines longer than anyone else, with their last example installed in the Mazda RX-8.[8]
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The MX-30's freestyle doors
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The MX-30 features clamshell doors, marketed as freestyle doors by Mazda and previously used on the rotary-engined RX-8 sports car.[9][10] It uses MacPherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.[11]
The MX-30 is powered by an electric motor supported by a 35.5 kWh battery with a power output of 105 kW (141 hp; 143 PS) and 264 N⋅m (195 lbf⋅ft) torque, offering a range of 209 km (130 mi).[12] Up to 80% charge can be achieved within 30 to 40 minutes via 40 kW DC charging. With a 6.6 kW AC (1 phase, 230V, 29A) charging unit, the MX-30 is claimed to get fully recharged within 4.5 hours.[13]
The plug-in hybrid variant was presented on 14 January 2023.[4] Its drivetrain operates in series, featuring a rotary engine that acts as a range extender to recharge the batteries, but not to power the vehicle's wheels directly.[14] The Wankel engine is a naturally aspirated single-rotor unit with a chamber volume of 830 cc, petrol direct injection, exhaust gas recirculation, a three-way catalyst and a particulate filter. Its rated power output is 55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp).[4] In Japan, Australia and New Zealand, a gasoline-powered all-wheel-drive mild hybrid version is also available. This version is powered by Mazda's 2.0 L e-Skyactiv-G four-cylinder engine.[15]
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Asia
Indonesia
The MX-30 EV was launched in Indonesia on 11 November 2024, in a sole variant.[16]
Japan
The MX-30 went on sale in Japan in 8 October 2020, in a sole grade with four combination packages available. At launch, a 100th Anniversary Special Commemorative Vehicle special edition variant was available, to commemorate the 100th anniversary since the founding as its predecessor Toyo Cork Kogyo Company, Limited in 1920.[17] The e-Skyactiv-G M Hybrid powertrain was marketed first, as it was easy option for many consumers and battery electric vehicles were not high selling compared to hybrid electric vehicles.[18]
In January 2021, the MX-30 EV was released in Japan with three trim levels available at launch: EV, EV Basic Set, and EV Highest Set.[19]
In November 2023, the MX-30 with the e-Skyactiv-R powertrain was introduced in Japan as the Rotary Plug-in Hybrid, with a special edition Edition R variant available.[20]
Malaysia
The MX-30 EV was launched in Malaysia in 29 June 2022,[21] with deliveries began in January 2023, with two trim levels: Mid and High.[22]
Singapore
The MX-30 EV was launched at the Singapore Motor Show on 16 January 2023, in a sole variant.[23]
Europe
The MX-30 was introduced for the Europe region in the third quarter of 2020.[24][25] Two powertrain options were available: e-Skyactiv (BEV) and e-Skyactiv-R (PHEV).[26]
North America
The MX-30 EV went on sale in USA in August 2021 with sales limited to the state of California, as a sole variant, a Premium Plus package option was available.[27] In July 2023, the MX-30 was discontinued in the USA due to slow sales of less than 600 units and Mazda USA focusing on introducing newer hybrid cars.[28]
The MX-30 EV went on sale in Canada in February 2022, with two trim levels: GS and GT.[29] It was discontinued there at the end of the 2024 model year.[2]
Oceania
Australia
The MX-30 went on sale in Australia in April 2021, with three trim levels available at launch: Evolve, Touring, and Astina.[30] Two powertrain options are available: e-Skyactiv-G M Hybrid (G20e) and the battery electric e-Skyactiv (E35), the latter powertrain comes exclusively in the Astina trim that shortly went on sale in August 2021.[31]
New Zealand
The MX-30 was launched in New Zealand in May 2021 in a sole variant, the e-Skyactiv BEV in the Takami trim.[32] In October 2021, the e-Skyactiv-G M Hybrid powertrain in the Limited trim followed.[33]
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Safety
The Mazda MX-30 received a 5-star rating by the Euro NCAP in 2020. It was also the first car to achieve a maximum rating under the new Euro NCAP criteria.[34]
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Awards and reviews
The MX-30 made the 10 Best List of the 2020-2021 Car of the Year Japan Awards.[40] It also won the 2020 Red Dot Design Award in the Electric Vehicle category.[41][42]
Nonprofit consumer organisation Consumer Reports stated, "With such a small battery, the EPA-estimated range is a scant 100 miles. That would have been competitive a decade ago, but it's not in today's EV market." CR called it a "strange little car" and found the vehicle noisy but applauded fit and finish and said it was "a fun little handler."[43]
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