Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo vs Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo 7.0 s Runner-up: 9.6 s
Power winner Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo 256 hp Runner-up: 150 hp
Cargo winner Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo 572 L Runner-up: 430 L
Price winner Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G $24,325 Runner-up: $40,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo against the 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.0 seconds, compared with 9.6 seconds for 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G. 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo has the higher listed output at 256 hp; 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G is rated at 150 hp, a difference of 106 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo at 434 Nm and 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G at 213 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G has the lower recorded consumption at 6.5 L/100km; 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo is listed at 9.4 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 572 litres versus 430 litres, a difference of 142 litres. 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo is 345 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G has the lower listed starting price at $24,325, compared with $40,900 for 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo. 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.0 s9.6 s
Top Speed200 km/h196 km/h
Power256 hp150 hp
Torque434 Nm213 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank63 L48 L
Efficiency9.4 L/100km6.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions214 g/km148 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,740 mm4,395 mm
Ground Clearance203 mm175 mm
Cargo572 L430 L
Curb Weight1,730 kg1,360 kg
Towing1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m10.6 m
Starting MSRP$40,900$24,325

Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo vs Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo or the 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G?

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.0 seconds, versus 9.6 seconds for 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo or the 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G?

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 196 km/h (122 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo or the 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G?

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo has more power at 256 hp, a 106 hp advantage over 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo or the 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G?

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo has more listed cargo space at 572 litres (20.2 cu ft), versus 430 litres (15.2 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo or the 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G?

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo is heavier at 1,730 kg (3,814 lb), while 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G is listed at 1,360 kg (2,998 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo or the 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G?

2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $24,325 USD, compared with $40,900 USD for 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo or the 2025 Mazda CX-30 2.0 Skyactiv-G?

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.