2024 Mazda CX-30 vs. 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Picture of the 2024 Mazda CX-30

2024 Mazda
CX-30

MSRP*: $24,995 to $36,800
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

2024 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $25,195 to $32,195
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MPG - City 22 - 26 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 45.2 ft3 54.7 - 54.9 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 227 hp 152 - 182 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 173.0 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 70.7 in 70.9 - 71.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.3 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 38.1 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 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
The Mazda CX-30 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Crosstrek, with comparable head- and legroom. The Subaru Crosstrek will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-30.

Convenience
With the Subaru Crosstrek, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Mazda CX-30, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). Whether you pick the Mazda CX-30 or the Subaru Crosstrek, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Mazda CX-30 is about the same width as the Subaru Crosstrek. When looking at overall length, the Mazda CX-30 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Crosstrek.

Handling
The Mazda CX-30 has the same turning radius as the Subaru Crosstrek, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Mazda CX-30 has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mazda CX-30 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-30 and the Subaru Crosstrek. The Mazda CX-30 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Crosstrek.