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Mazda CX-30 2.0G 2WD Standard vs 2.0G High 2WD

Mazda CX-30 2.0G 2WD Standard

Mazda CX-30 2.0G 2WD Standard

Mazda CX-30 2.0G High 2WD

Mazda CX-30 2.0G High 2WD

Verdict

The Mazda CX-30 2.0G High 2WD is the easy step up: the RM2,000 gap buys 18-inch wheels, collision warning, front and rear parking sensors, dual-zone climate control and a 10-way power driver’s seat with memory. Both use the same 162 hp/213 Nm 2.0-litre petrol engine, six-speed automatic and front-wheel drive, so there is no performance case for spending more. For a Malaysian buyer, the High’s parking assistance and rear air-con vents make daily use more agreeable for very little extra.

2.0G 2WD Standard

Pick the Mazda CX-30 2.0G 2WD Standard if you want the same 162 hp drivetrain and core CX-30 equipment while spending RM2,000 less.

2.0G High 2WD

Pick the Mazda CX-30 2.0G High 2WD if collision warning, parking sensors, rear air-con vents and a memory-equipped power driver’s seat matter to you.

Key differences

  • Price: RM122,409 for the Standard versus RM124,409 for the High.
  • Wheels and tyres: 16-inch alloys with 215/65R16 Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 tyres on the Standard versus 18-inch alloys with 215/55R18 Toyo Proxes R56 tyres on…
  • Driver’s seat: manual adjustment in the Standard versus a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory in the High.
  • Air-conditioning: manual front air-con and no rear vents in the Standard versus dual-zone automatic climate control and rear vents in the High.
  • Parking sensors: none front or rear on the Standard versus four front and six rear sensors on the High.
  • Driver assistance: no collision warning or paddle shifts on the Standard versus collision warning and paddle shifts on the High.

2.0G 2WD Standard

  • RM2,000 lower purchase price
  • Same 162 hp/213 Nm 2.0-litre engine and six-speed automatic
  • Same 8.8-inch infotainment, head-up display and powered tailgate
  • No collision warning
  • No front or rear parking sensors
  • Manual driver’s seat and manual air-con

2.0G High 2WD

  • Collision warning plus four front and six rear parking sensors
  • 10-way power driver’s seat with memory
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control and rear air-con vents
  • RM2,000 more expensive
  • 12 kg heavier at 1,453 kg versus 1,441 kg
Price & overview
PriceRM122,409✓RM124,409
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCKDCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM439RM439
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing
Capacity1,998 cc1,998 cc
Horsepower162 hp at 6,000 rpm162 hp at 6,000 rpm
Torque213 Nm at 4,000 rpm213 Nm at 4,000 rpm
Cylinder ArrangementInline 4Inline 4
FuelPetrolPetrol
Bore × Stroke83.5 mm × 91.2 mm83.5 mm × 91.2 mm
Compression Ratio1313
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticConventional Automatic
Transmission NameSkyActiv-DriveSkyActiv-Drive
Gears66
Transmission ManufacturerMazdaMazda
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
Rated Economy6.4 L/100 km6.4 L/100 km
Top Speed196 km/h196 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,395 mm4,395 mm
Width1,795 mm1,795 mm
Height1,540 mm1,540 mm
Wheelbase2,655 mm2,655 mm
Weight1,441 kg1,453 kg
Fuel Tank51 litres51 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space430 litres430 litres
Front Tyre215/65R16215/55R18
Rear Tyre215/65R16215/55R18
Spare TyreSpace SaverSpace Saver
Factory TyresYokohama BluEarth-GT AE51Toyo Proxes R56
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTorsion Beam
Front Wheels16" Alloy18" Alloy
Rear Wheels16" Alloy18" Alloy
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesG-Vectoring Control PlusG-Vectoring Control Plus
Safety
Airbags7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee)7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm✓✓
Immobilizer✓✓
Airbag Disable Function✓✓
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
ISOFIXAvailable for Two Outer Rear SeatsAvailable for Two Outer Rear Seats
Lane-keeping AssistNoNo
Collision Warning—✓
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Safety NotesEmergency Stop SignalEmergency Stop Signal
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Projector
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights—✓
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsManual AdjustmentPower Adjustable 10-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conManual Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-con—Rear Vents
SunroofFront, Tilt and SlideFront, Tilt and Slide
Power Sockets1 Front1 Front
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless Operation with Walk-away Auto LockKeyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock
Auto Start/Stop✓✓
Auto Headlamps✓✓
Auto Wipers✓✓
Cruise ControlPassive Cruise ControlPassive Cruise Control
Tiptronic✓✓
Paddle Shift—✓
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓✓
Boot OperationPowered with Remote Control ActivationPowered with Remote Control Activation
Parking Sensor Front—4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear—6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes
Bluetooth✓✓
Head-up Display✓✓
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterDigital/AnalogueDigital/Analogue
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Convenience Notes7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer100,000 km100,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years
Warranty Notes5-year/100,000 km Free Service5-year/100,000 km Free Service

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

2.0G 2WD Standard vs 2.0G High 2WD FAQ

Is the Mazda CX-30 2.0G 2WD Standard or Mazda CX-30 2.0G High 2WD better?

The High is better equipped for a small RM2,000 step up, adding collision warning, parking sensors, dual-zone climate control, rear vents and a 10-way power driver’s seat. The Standard is mechanically identical and remains the budget choice.

What is the price difference?

The Mazda CX-30 2.0G High 2WD costs RM2,000 more than the Mazda CX-30 2.0G 2WD Standard: RM124,409 versus RM122,409.

Do the Standard and High have different engines or fuel economy?

No. Both have a 1,998 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 162 hp and 213 Nm, a six-speed SkyActiv-Drive automatic, front-wheel drive and a rated 6.4 L/100 km fuel economy figure.

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