What drive types are available for the Mazda CX-30?

The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Mazda CX-30's engine?

The Mazda CX-30 reaches a peak output of 186 HP, depending on the model.

What is the fuel consumption of the Mazda CX-30 according to the manufacturer?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5.70 L.

How fast can the Mazda CX-30 go?

Depending on the model, top speed is 204 km/h.

What are the dimensions of the Mazda CX-30?

Overall, the Mazda CX-30 is 4395 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1540 mm high.

Is the Skoda Scala offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Scala is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Skoda Scala's engine?

Up to 150 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

How much fuel does the Skoda Scala use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5 L.

How big is the Skoda Scala overall?

The Skoda Scala measures 4362 mm long, 1793 mm wide and 1514 mm high.

Mazda CX-30 vs Skoda Scala - Differences and prices compared

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CX-30 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Scala has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the Mazda CX-30 costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 4329 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Scala manages with 5 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

Scala @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda CX-30 has a slightly edge – offering 186 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Scala is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.20 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Scala performs slight better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Mazda CX-30 tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Scala pulls slight stronger with 250 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

CX-30 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Skoda Scala is distinct lighter – 1199 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 256 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Scala offers barely noticeable more room – 467 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Scala performs slight better – up to 1410 L, which is about 4 L more than the Mazda CX-30.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-30 somewhat takes the win – 496 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda CX-30 proves to be edges out slightly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda CX-30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Reviews Mazda CX-30

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Costs and Consumption
Price 25200 - 36800 £	Price 20900 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km 5.7 - 6.6 L	Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 129 - 148 g/km	co2 114 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 48 - 51 L	Fuel tank capacity 50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type Hatchback
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1455 - 1587 kg	Curb weight 1199 - 1271 kg
Trunk capacity 422 - 430 L	Trunk capacity 467 L
Length 4395 mm	Length 4362 mm
Width 1795 mm	Width 1793 mm
Height 1540 mm	Height 1514 mm
Max trunk capacity 1398 - 1406 L	Max trunk capacity 1410 L
Payload 458 - 496 kg	Payload 403 - 431 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol MHEV	Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 140 - 186 HP	Power HP 95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.3 - 10.3 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed 191 - 204 km/h	Max Speed 192 - 221 km/h
Torque 238 - 240 Nm	Torque 175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Power kW 103 - 137 kW	Power kW 70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity 1998 - 2488 cm3	Engine capacity 999 - 1498 cm3