Is the 2022 Mazda CX-30 a better SUV to BUY than a Honda HR-V?

I don’t mind the cladding at all. Easy to replace if you scratch it rather than on the body paint. Speaking from experience the cladding saved us some money!

No CVT and no touch screen just sold me on this vehicle. Two of the reasons Subaru lost a loyal Outback owner. Great review on a very nice car.

Mazda hit the ball out of the park when adding the turbo to this vehicle. After owning my 2022 CX30 premium for 9 months, I know I made the right choice. I use it as a commuter vehicle. Fun to drive, quiet, comfortable, and confident.

This doesn’t have a CVT so it’s automatically better.

Better looking, faster (either engine) and a traditional geared automatic made in house by Mazda. Of course its better.

Hands down the better choice and a lot of fun to drive plus no cvt. The one thing that needs to be changed is the flat black fenders. It’s up way to high and looks ugly

Mazda is the best for making affordable car with luxury

Even the no turbo CX-30 is fun to drive, throw some high performance tires it rides even better.

Yes it is! I had two CX30s. 2021/2022. Fantastic value! Great color Joe! My sons Mazda3 front is dark chrome!

My dream Mazda SUV!! Amazing job Joe.

As always great job Joe. I think the engine and handling alone make this a better choice than the HR-V. I looked at a CX-30, but ended up purchasing a 2022 CX-5 Signature and absolutely love it. I just didn't care for all the black cladding on the CX-30 and the extra cargo room on the CX-5 is nice when you need it

I've owned my non turbo CX30 for 2 years and it's been a great car. Rarely have I wished for the turbo, it does well, especially in Sport Mode. The handling is great, the suspension firmness settles down with some miles on it, it gets more comfortable but still handles well. It does very well in snow, I couldn't get it stuck when I tried. Only thing I can say is this is not a family car, the CX-5 would be the better bet. For a single person or couple, it's great. I've taken it on long 16 hour per day road trips and it does great. I average 35 mpg which is even better. No regrets.

buying a 2023 CX 30 Turbo for Christmas. Can wait. Love the videos Joe!

I just put my deposit on a 2022 CX-30 5 days ago. We a re a Mazda family but I did look over the Honda CR-V and the Hyundai Kona, but loved driving the CX-30 Turbo. My car is not the Turbo Premium or Turbo Premium Plus which is around $32K. So, I am getting the Turbo without the premium accessories. Thank you for your awesome and thorough videos. Today's video reaffirmed by decision. Thank you!

Another interesting, informative and fun review crew. This is hands down better than the HRV in just about every subjective/objective way except for all the cladding and maybe the infotainment on the Mazda. Even in base trim (sans turbo) the Mazda still comes out ahead than the gutless, CVT-driven Honda. Mazda is one of the few companies that still care about the driving experience vs. strict practicality or forever chasing another MPG at the cost of acceleration, handling and general fun factor.

Maaaaaaaan .... Mazda came out swinging for the fences with this CX-30 here!!! Personally not sold on the copious amounts of black cladding but that powertrain is something to experience and the interior looks great!!! Awesome review Joe and Lori and Steven!!! Onward to 1M subscribers!!!

I love it Joe and Lori and keep up the good work 👏 and I love the video 👍 💯💯💯

love all ur videos!!!!!!!!!

I've the CX30 186 skyactiv X, in France, and very happy with it.

You'll like that cladding if you live where they salt the roads in winter.