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Mazda Announces 2026 CX-30 Updates
Mazda introduces updates to the 2026 CX-30, enhancing ride comfort, safety features, and trim options while keeping its signature blend of style and performance.

The 2026 Mazda CX-30 receives updated trims, improved ride comfort, and expanded technology features across the lineup.
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Mazda has announced packaging and feature updates for the 2026 Mazda CX-30. All models continue to include i-Activ AWD as standard, along with a full suite of safety and driver-assistance technologies.
CX-30 2.5 S
The CX-30 2.5 S is powered by Mazda’s Skyactiv-G 2.5L four-cylinder engine, producing 186 hp and 186 lb.-ft. of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
New for 2026, the model adds a brake Limited Slip Differential (LSD) for improved traction and stability and updated dampers for ride comfort. Standard systems include G-Vectoring Control Plus and Off-Road Traction Assist.
Safety features include radar cruise control with stop-and-go, Smart Brake Support, high beam control, lane departure warning with lane keep assist, rear seat alert, driver attention alert, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Mazda Connected Services is included for one year, along with a Wi-Fi hotspot trial.
Standard interior equipment includes an 8.8-inch Mazda Connect display with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, an eight-speaker audio system, dual USB-C inputs, cloth seating, and push-button start. Exterior features include LED headlights and taillights and 16-inch alloy wheels.
CX-30 2.5 S Select Sport
Adds 18-inch alloy wheels with black metallic finish
Heated black mirrors with memory positioning and tilt in reverse
Exclusive Ceramic Metallic paint available
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (new for 2026)
Eight-way power driver’s seat with memory (new)
Heated driver and passenger seats (new)
Alexa Built-in integration (new)
Leatherette seats in black or Greige
Leather-wrapped shifter and steering wheel
Dual-zone climate control with rear vents
Rear armrest with cup holders
Rear privacy glass and illuminated vanity mirrors
CX-30 2.5 S Preferred
10.25-inch center display with touchscreen Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (new)
Wireless phone charging (new)
Power-sliding glass moonroof (new)
Silver roof rails and rain-sensing wipers
Leatherette seating
18-inch silver metallic wheels
Body-colored mirrors
Parking sensors (front and rear)
Overhead console with sunglass holder
Smart Brake Support–Rear and Rear Cross-Traffic Braking
CX-30 2.5 S Aire Edition
Based on Preferred trim with updated styling
Gloss black Mazda and CX-30 badges
18-inch black metallic wheels
Black roof rails and side mirrors
Interior features light color scheme with:
White leatherette seats with gray cloth inserts
Gray suede-like trim with light gray stitching
CX-30 2.5 S Carbon Edition
Exclusive Polymetal Gray exterior color
Red leather seating with black accents
18-inch black alloy wheels
Gloss black heated mirrors
Includes Preferred trim features plus:
Bose 12-speaker audio system
HD Radio
Frameless auto-dimming mirror with Homelink
CX-30 2.5 S Premium
Includes Carbon Edition features plus:
Heated steering wheel (new for 2026)
360° View Monitor (new)
Active Driving Display with Traffic Sign Recognition
Adaptive Front-lighting System
Black or white leather seats
Power liftgate
18-inch silver metallic alloy wheels
LED signature illumination headlights and taillights
CX-30 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition
Combines Aire Edition styling with turbo engine
Skyactiv-G 2.5L Turbo:
250 hp / 320 lb.-ft. torque on premium fuel
227 hp / 310 lb.-ft. torque on regular fuel
Black exterior badging and trims
Light interior scheme with:
White leatherette seating with gray suede-like inserts
Gray stitching to match interior trim
CX-30 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus
Gloss black exterior badging
Paddle shifters on steering wheel
SiriusXM satellite radio with 3-month trial
Auto-dimming driver’s mirror
Cruising and Traffic Support system:
Adaptive cruise with distance-keeping
Steering assist to help maintain lane position
Pricing
MSRP for the 2026 Mazda CX-30 lineup:
CX-30 2.5 S — $25,975
CX-30 2.5 S Select Sport — $27,660
CX-30 2.5 S Preferred — $29,290
CX-30 2.5 S Aire Edition — $29,850
CX-30 2.5 S Carbon Edition — $31,030
CX-30 2.5 S Premium — $33,240
CX-30 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition — $34,410
CX-30 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus — $37,900
Premium paint colors: Snowflake White Pearl Mica, Machine Gray Metallic, Soul Red Crystal Metallic, Aero Gray Metallic, Polymetal Gray Metallic, and Ceramic Metallic ($595 each).
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