2025 Ford Bronco vs. 2025 Mazda CX-30 Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford Bronco

2025 Ford
Bronco

MSRP*: $37,995 to $90,035
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-30

2025 Mazda
CX-30

MSRP*: $24,995 to $36,950
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MPG - City 15 - 20 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 21 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 52.3 - 83.0 ft3 45.2 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 315-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 418-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 275 - 418 hp 191 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 4,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 173.7 - 191.0 in 173.0 in
Exterior Width 75.9 - 85.7 in 70.7 in
Leg Room Front 43.1 in
Rear 35.7 - 36.3 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 41.0 - 43.3 in
Rear 39.8 - 41.1 in
Front 37.8 - 38.1 in
Rear 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Bronco than in the Mazda CX-30. The Ford Bronco will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-30.

Convenience
The Mazda CX-30 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Ford Bronco, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Bronco will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda CX-30, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Bronco is much wider than the Mazda CX-30, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Ford Bronco, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mazda CX-30.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Bronco greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-30.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Bronco does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-30.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Bronco and the Mazda CX-30. With the Ford Bronco, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-30.