Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 is an electric and hybrid compact crossover SUV produced by Mazda.[2] Based on the CX-30, it was unveiled at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show.[3] Production of the vehicle, which is Mazda's first mass-produced electric car, began at their Ujina factory on 19 May 2020.[4]

Not to be confused with Mazda MX-3.

Mazda MX-30 (DR)
Overview
ManufacturerMazda
Production2020–present
AssemblyJapan: Hiroshima (Hiroshima Plant)
DesignerYouichi Matsuda
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
Platforme-SKYACTIV[1]
DoorsQuad coupé (conventional front doors/freestyle rear doors)
Related
Powertrain
Engine2.0 L e-Skyactiv-G MHEV I4
Electric motore-SKYACTIV Water-cooled synchronous AC motor[1]
24-volt e-motor (e-SKYACTIV G)
Power output105 kW (141 hp; 143 PS) (BEV)
107 kW (143 hp; 145 PS) (MHEV)
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrainMHEV (e-SKYACTIV G)
Battery35.5 kWh (prismatic lithium-ion)[1]
Electric range200 km (124 mi) (WLTP)[1]
Plug-in charging
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,655 mm (104.5 in)[1]
Length4,395 mm (173.0 in)[1]
Width1,795 mm (70.7 in)[1]
Height1,570 mm (61.8 in)[1]

Overview

The MX-30 features clamshell doors, referred to as "freestyle doors" by Mazda and previously seen on their rotary-engined RX-8 sports car.[5][6] It utilizes MacPherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.[7]

The MX-30 is powered by an electric motor supported by a 35.5 kWh battery with a power output of 105 kW (141 hp; 143 PS) and 264 N⋅m (195 lbf⋅ft) torque, offering a range of 209 km (130 mi).[8] Up to 80% charge can be achieved within 30 to 40 minutes via 50 kW DC charging. With a 6.6 kW AC (1 phase, 230V, 29A) charging unit, the MX-30 is claimed to get fully recharged within 4.5 hours.[9]

In Japan, the MX-30 officially went on sale in the fall of 2020,[10] but with only the mild hybrid variant offered (the all-electric variant is going to be available there, but only under lease agreements, starting from 2021).[11]

The all-electric MX-30 went on sale in Europe in the fall of 2020. In the United Kingdom, it is slated to go on sale in early 2021.[12]

Safety

The Mazda MX-30 received a 5-star rating by the Euro NCAP. It was also the first car to achieve a maximum rating under the new Euro NCAP criteria.[13]

Euro NCAP test results
Mazda MX-30 (2020)[14]
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 34.6 91%
Child occupant: 42.8 87%
Pedestrian: 37.0 68%
Safety assist: 11.8 73%

Awards

The MX-30 made the 10 Best List of the 2020-2021 Car of the Year Japan Awards.[15] It also won the 2020 Red Dot Design Award in the Electric Vehicle category.[16][17]

  • Rear view
  • The MX-30's freestyle doors
  • Interior

References
  1. "Mazda MX-30 – An electric car for the environment…. and the driver". Mazda Press EU. Europe: Mazda Public Relations. 23 October 2019. Retrieved 27 May 2020.
  2. Lyon, Peter (31 July 2020). "Mazda Surprises With World Premiere Of Hybrid Version Of MX-30 Electric SUV At Rare Car Event". Forbes. Retrieved 1 August 2020.
  3. Lye, Gerard (23 October 2019). "Tokyo 2019: Mazda MX-30 – brand's first EV debuts with 141 hp, 264 Nm, 209 km EV range, suicide doors!". Paultan.org. Malaysia: Driven Communications. Retrieved 1 November 2019.
  4. Berman, Bradley (20 May 2020). "Mazda starts production of MX-30, its first pure EV". Electrek.
  5. Capparella, Joey (23 October 2019). "Mazda MX-30 Electric Crossover Has Doors Like the RX-8's". Car and Driver. US: Hearst Communications. Retrieved 1 November 2019.
  6. Porter, Jon (23 October 2019). "Mazda's first electric car includes rear-hinged 'freestyle' doors". The Verge. US: Vox Media. Retrieved 1 November 2019.
  7. "Global reveal: the MX-30 is Mazda's sporty EV-SUV". Stuff. Kelsey Media. 24 October 2019. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
  8. Burgess, Rachel (23 October 2019). "Electric Mazda MX-30 receives RX-8-style doors". Autocar. UK: Haymarket Media Group. Retrieved 1 November 2019.
  9. Sagar (23 October 2019). "MX-30 debuts in Tokyo as Mazda's first production EV". autodevot.com. Retrieved 21 April 2020.
  10. "All-Electric Mazda MX-30 Is More Fun To Drive Than CX-30, Mazda3". CarScoops. 27 June 2020. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
  11. Tudose, Sergiu (8 October 2020). "Mazda MX-30 Debuts In Japan With e-Skyactiv G Mild-Hybrid Tech". CarScoops. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
  12. "Mazda's first ever EV hits UK early next year". sg.news.yahoo.com. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
  13. Trujillo, Estefanía (14 November 2020). "Mazda MX-30 obtiene 5 estrellas en las pruebas Euro NCAP". Motorpasión México. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
  14. "Mazda MX-30 (2020)". Euro NCAP. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
  15. "10ベストカー". Car of the Year Japan. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
  16. "Mazda MX-30". Red Dot. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
  17. Grecia, Leandre (2 April 2020). "Mazda bags two more Red Dot Awards for the CX-30 and MX-30". Top Gear Philippines. Summit Media. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.