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Mazda Protege vs Mazda CX-30

2003 Mazda Protege
2003 Mazda Protege
$14,200MSRP
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2024 Mazda CX-30
2024 Mazda CX-30
$24,995MSRP
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2003 Mazda Protege
$14,200MSRP
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2024 Mazda CX-30
$24,995MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

1989-2003

Years produced

2020-Present

MSRP

$14,200

MSRP

$24,995

Listings

1

Listings

239

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

7.7 out of 10

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Fun to drive

  • Great safety ratings

Cons

  • Poor fuel economy (Turbo)

  • Cramped back seat

  • Not much cargo space

Reviews Summary

Reviews Summary

Introduced in 2020 and continually updated and upgraded since then, the CX-30 is Mazda’s smallest crossover SUV. This year, the 2024 CX-30 comes in new Select Sport and Carbon Turbo trim levels, adds USB-C charging ports, and is available with a larger infotainment screen featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. All CX-30s have standard all-wheel drive (AWD), and you can upgrade to a turbocharged engine for more power and performance.

Verdict: Sticking to its corporate traditions with the 2024 CX-30, Mazda delivers style, refinement, safety, and rewarding driving dynamics in the small crossover SUV segment. As expected, rear-seat room and cargo space are tight, but otherwise, the Mazda CX-30 is a delightful little SUV.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 130 hp I4

Engine

2.5L 191 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

130 hp @ 6000 rpm

Horsepower

191 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG City

22

MPG City

26

MPG Highway

28

MPG Highway

33
2003 Mazda Protege
2003 Mazda Protege
$14,200MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Mazda CX-30
2024 Mazda CX-30
$24,995MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2003 Mazda Protege
$14,200MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Mazda CX-30
$24,995MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
1989-2003
2020-Present
MSRP
$14,200
$24,995
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.2

4.7

Expert reviews

7.7 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Fun to drive

  • Great safety ratings

Cons

  • Poor fuel economy (Turbo)

  • Cramped back seat

  • Not much cargo space

Summary

Introduced in 2020 and continually updated and upgraded since then, the CX-30 is Mazda’s smallest crossover SUV. This year, the 2024 CX-30 comes in new Select Sport and Carbon Turbo trim levels, adds USB-C charging ports, and is available with a larger infotainment screen featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. All CX-30s have standard all-wheel drive (AWD), and you can upgrade to a turbocharged engine for more power and performance.

Verdict: Sticking to its corporate traditions with the 2024 CX-30, Mazda delivers style, refinement, safety, and rewarding driving dynamics in the small crossover SUV segment. As expected, rear-seat room and cargo space are tight, but otherwise, the Mazda CX-30 is a delightful little SUV.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 130 hp I4
2.5L 191 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
130 hp @ 6000 rpm
191 hp @ 6000 rpm
MPG City
22
26
MPG Highway
28
33

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