2024 Mazda CX-30 Turbo Is a Lifted Warm Hatch

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Mazda launched its CX-30 during a tumultuous time in the automotive industry. It arrived at the end of 2019 and helped Mazda compete with a growing number of compact crossovers. Borrowing a powertrain and driveline from its Mazda3 means this CX-30 packs a 2.5-liter I4 under the hood.

Adding more oomph to the mix, Mazda slapped a turbocharger on this 2.5-liter for a combined 250 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque through a six-speed automatic and into an all-wheel-drive system.

On this episode of Quick Spin, host Wesley Wren hops behind the wheel of the 2024 Mazda CX-30 Turbo, puts it through its paces, then takes you on a guided tour of the crossover and highlights its features. Wren also takes you along for a live drive review and explains how it feels in person.

Adding to these segments, Wren chats with Autoweek’s Patrick Carone about the Mazda CX-30’s launch, the state of hatchbacks in the marketplace, and more. Closing the show, the pair breaks down what makes the CX-30 special.

Tune in below, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever podcasts are played.