Mazda CX-30 - Perfect for Active Parents
Mazda has several 2022 Crossover Utility Vehicles (CUV) that are perfect for active families.
Mazda has several 2022 Crossover Utility Vehicles (CUV) that are perfect for active families. These aren’t small cars and they aren’t giant SUVs. Both the CX-30 and the CX-3 are ideal for tolling around town or taking a short road trip that requires hauling some gear.

Mazda CX-30 - Perfect for Active Parents
Let’s explore the different features of the Mazda CX-30 vs the CX-3.
Exterior Details
Both cars feature LED headlights and rain-sensing windshield wipers. The front grilles are similar and stand out. The main difference is the wheelbase. The CX-3 is 16 inches, while the CX-30 is 18 inches. Though, both are aluminum alloy.

Roomy Interiors
Both cars have 5 passenger capacity with a 60/40 rear seat split fold-down seat. The rear cargo space is ample in both with storage boxes and under-floor compartment space.

Audio and Infotainment
Both the Mazda CX-30 and CX-3 have impressive suites of audio and entertainment systems. They do differ a bit. Both include Apple CarPlay integration, Android Auto integration, and Pandora internet radio integration.
The Mazda CX-30 has an 8.8-inch large center display, Bluetooth13 hands-free phone and audio streaming capability, 2 USB audio inputs, an 8-speaker audio system with Mazda Harmonic Acoustics, and Infotainment system voice command.

The Mazda CX-3 has a 7" full-color touch screen display, Bluetooth hands-free phone & audio capability, 6 speakers, and MAZDA CONNECT Infotainment System.
Power
The main difference may be in the capabilities of the engines. The CX-30 boasts of a 2.5 turbo, 250 horsepower, and 320 lb-ft torque engine. The CX-3 has a 2.0-liter engine with 148 horsepower. Both have Skyactiv-Vehicle Dynamics.

Final Thoughts
Both the CX-30 and CX-3 are impressive 2022 Mazda CUVs. These vehicles have everything I like in a family car with spacious interiors with ample cargo space, infotainment systems, and standard safety packages.