Subaru Crosstrek vs Mazda CX-30: Efficiency
When you're driving around town or on a trip, you'll want to cut back on stops. With good fuel efficiency, this will be easy to do. So, which SUV has better fuel efficiency?
The Mazda CX-30 has a SKYACTIV®-G 2.5L engine that has an EPA-estimated 24/31 MPG when equipped with all-wheel drive. This is a lot of fuel efficiency, though you'll make even less stops with the Subaru Crosstrek.
With the standard 2.0L SUBARU BOXER® I-4 engine, the Subaru Crosstrek has excellent fuel economy with an EPA-estimated 28/33 city/highway MPG.* This means that you'll get further with the Subaru Crosstrek due to its better fuel economy.
So, say goodbye to all those fuel stops and say hello to a faster drive when you choose the Crosstrek. This is especially true when you think about fuel tank capacity. With the Crosstrek, the fuel tank can hold 16.6 gallons of fuel.
As for the Mazda CX-30, the fuel tank capacity is 13.5 gallons, so you'll be able to hold less gas in this model, contributing to the need to fuel up more often.
Interior Space
When you're looking for a comfortable ride, you can't go wrong with these SUVs. Both the Subaru Crosstrek and Mazda CX-30 are spacious and full of great features. Which one provides the most comfort? Let's take a closer look at the dimensions to find out.
| Subaru Crosstrek | Versus | Mazda CX-30 |
| 39.8 inches | Front Headroom | 38.1 inches |
| 56.7 inches | Front Shoulder Room | 55.6 inches |
| 55.6 inches | Rear Shoulder Room | 53.6 inches |
When you have backseat passengers, they'll love the extra room provided by the Subaru Crosstrek. The Crosstrek also has a little more cargo space with 20.8 cubic feet, compared to the 20.2 cubic feet provided by the Mazda CX-3.
As for interior amenities, the base trim of the Crosstrek comes with more features, such as automatic climate control. On the Mazda CX-3, the climate control system isn't on the base trim, though it is available on other trims.