at this point I think its faster for you guys to get direct imported recon Mazda 3 from Japan 😂

it seems Bermaz is in quite a mess recently. CX30 CKD launch that is being rumoured since early last year delayed until now but still no confirmed news on launch date yet

Kia and Peugeot also doesn't seem to be doing all that well as well compared to their Naza days. Bermaz seems to be going for the 'low volume, high profit' strategy here especially for the Kia brand if you see their recent launches

Don't mention Mazda 3, I think they have problems to ckd CX30 now also hence the delays

there's really nothing much you can do about FC during stop and go traffic for typical NA or turbo engines

the only solution is going hybrid

was wondering how come no one create thread for CX30 ah? although essentially same as Mazda 3 but it rides and handles differently, spec also different. And its probably the more popular choice considering the price now

Dont like this lah... its not a Honda at least. I'm a guy and considering CX30 currently. CX30 can be modded nicely also, and the extra ground clearence is helpful sometimes

This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Feb 1 2024, 09:06 PM

I dont really care about the rear since seldom fetch passenger

The black plastic cladding is ugly at first but overtime I've grown to like it. It matches well with certain colours. Also you wont feel heart pain if kena scratched also, easy fix

Drivability wise yes it wont be as good as sedan or hatch but its still best in the class if compared to HRV or Cross or X50. And tbh unless you go genting or similar roads everyday you are not gonna put a car drivability to its maximum potential also

And yes compare price to price, you are just paying more tax for M3. The fully speced H+ Premium CX30 is actually slightly more equiped than the equivalent M3 except Ignite hatchback

Its not an SUV actually. Crossover is more accurate, basically a lifted hatchback

Maybe I'll start a thread here soon. The fb owners club is quite active actually

This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Feb 1 2024, 10:23 PM

I tried both CX30 and the facelifted CX5 recently. Actually in terms of width they are more or less the same. But CX5 have a higher roof line so its easier to enter and exit for some tall people, and it feels less claustrophobic also. The door opening is also wider for CX5

And the seat back is slightly more inclined in CX5 i think.... not sure if this is adjustable

They should've made the rear seat back adjustable in CX30, then it would've been perfect

This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Feb 2 2024, 11:03 AM

If you guys dont mind a non owner starting a thread

CX30 is the at the top of my list now lah. I'm not in a rush to get a new car now, still surveying around. But i'll have to get one for this year for sure since my number plate valid until Dec only

done

https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/5436923

CX30 owners / fans you guys may move over

Seems like other than the increased screen size, the software for the infotainment had been slightly updated for the latest M3 IPM as well. The HUD now supports direction from AC or AA instead of just the internal map like previous

https://carsick.my/2024/02/2023-mazda-3-hig...irE_Tg4Z8epS3_0





This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Feb 11 2024, 07:36 PM

I'd recommend him to have a look at CX5 instead because even with a single child the CX30 can become a squeeze

Because his wife doesnt want a big car so CRV is out. The CX5 have the perfect balance between size and practically

This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Feb 16 2024, 01:27 PM

Well good thing the CX5 have 360 cam as standard from the higher 2.0 spec while you need to go all the way to the full spec CX30 to have it. CRV dont even provide you with it unless you go for the 1.5V spec which cost 181k. Also you get more powertrain choices (2.5, 2.2D, 2.5T) for CX5 but this is all up to budget.

Since he is considering CX30 H+P (166k+), the CX5 2.5 NA actually only costs around 10k more (177k+). You get more powerful engine, usable space, more comfy ride (rear independent suspension), front cooled seats but loose out on the nicer interior, updated infortainment and HUD

For the rear it depends on the type of your child seat. Its gonna be a tight squeeze for bulky rear facing seats and the front passenger space is gonna be sacrificed for sure if you cant fit it behind the driver seat, leaving the only space at the rear to be behind the driver. Again depends how tall is him/her and the space will vary.

Not to mention the almost straight seat back for the rear seats... if only they make the rear seats reclinable then it would've solved one of the CX30 biggest complaint

This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Feb 16 2024, 02:14 PM

yeah I know but not sure if they updated the hardware for the facelift

in any case still better than nothing for a SUV

I think more CX30 owners will be interested in this since Bermaz like no plans to launch refreshed CX30 anytime soon

Is it easy to remove the screen?

as long can get the parts for CX30 and its plug and play then should be fine

have you figured out how to get the latest software to display AC/AA map directions on HUD? that was new for m3 and cx30 refresh as well

If im not mistaken the frame for 8.8 and 10.25 is the same, 10.25 only have less bezels. Most screen protector cover the whole frame instead of just the screen. I could be wrong though

to m3 owners here

for those of you who installed dashcam and using the 12v port, mind to share some pics how you route the cable?

visible cable for sure... just want to see how to make it less ugly and obvious

Is it hardwired or still connected to 12v port?