Mazda CX-30 vs Volvo XC40
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Mazda CX-30

$22,850 - $41,950

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Volvo XC40

$34,999 - $57,990

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Summary

2024 Mazda CX-30

2024 Volvo XC40

By James Cleary

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Inline 4, 2.5L

Not Applicable, 0.0L

Fuel Type

Unleaded Petrol

Electric

Fuel Efficiency

6.6L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Value
Practicality
Safety

Cute kerb-side presence
Decent cabin space for class
Good driving range and energy consumption

Dislikes

Dated interior
Fuel efficiency could be better
Bit noisy

Ride comfort isn't there on long journeys
Loud cabin at higher speeds
Interior trims don't match grade level

2024 Mazda CX-30 Summary

If you’re in the market for a city- and family-friendly compact SUV, you’re in luck.

The small SUV segment is one of the most heavily populated and hotly contested in the Aussie new-car market and the Mazda CX-30 G25 GT SP FWD is pitched against a seething pack of at least 10 similarly sized, generously specified and highly-credentialed competitors.

So, stay with us on a mission to determine whether this high-end version of one of Mazda’s best sellers is worthy of a spot on your new-car short list.

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2024 Volvo XC40 Summary

The XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is the flagship model for the segment leading small electric SUV from Volvo.

Well positioned in terms of price, specifications and driving range, it continues to prove itself a fierce rival to the Mercedes-Benz EQA, Lexus UX and newcomer BMW iX1.

But does it bring its A-game to every attribute buyers in the small electric SUV segment demand? In this review, we put it to test to find out.

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2024 Mazda CX-30 2024 Volvo XC40

Verdict

About to enter its fifth year in market the Mazda CX-30 is holding up well and this GT SP FWD grade delivers solid value relative to its key competitors, of which there are many. It’s also space-efficient, practical and performs well with top-shelf safety, decent refinement and good dynamic ability.

Alternately, it’s crying out for a hybrid powertrain to improve fuel efficiency, the interior form and function is starting to date and while it meets the market the ownership promise could be sharper. But this little SUV is still worthy of a spot on your new-car short list.

Verdict

The Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is a cute small electric SUV that offers a decent specs list and a sweet urban driving experience. It’s not the nicest ride on a longer journey but it does have a decent range to be able to tackle one, if needed. I didn’t love the interior design but there’s lots the XC40 gets right.

Mazda CX-30 vs Volvo XC40 What's the difference?

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Mazda CX-30 vs Volvo XC40
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