Subcompact crossovers are beginning to dominate the market around Gastonia, Charlotte, and Lincolnton, NC, and the rest of the state. Folks are exceedingly attracted to these charming and practical models because they’re fun to drive and have more room than a traditional sedan.
If you’re like so many others and currently cross-shopping subcompact crossovers, this Mazda CX-30 vs. Toyota C-HR comparison will prove insightful. The Mazda CX-30 and the C-HR are two of the top options in this segment. With the help of our Mazda of Gastonia team, you’ll be able to tell them apart!
The type of engine you have under the hood of your subcompact car is going to influence the acceleration and responsiveness. Mazda provides two engine options for the Mazda CX-30 while Toyota has given the C-HR a single engine choice. What’s more important than the lack of options from Toyota is that the single engine is underwhelming.
The 2.0L 4-cylinder engine of the C-HR produces 144 horsepower and 139 lb-ft of torque. The base engine of the Mazda CX-30, a 2.5L 4-cylinder one, easily outperforms these numbers by generating 186 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque.
Then, you have the 2.5L turbo engine of the Mazda CX-30. By moving up the trim list and feeding this turbo engine 93 octane fuel, you can turn your Mazda CX-30 into a performance machine that produces 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque.
The Mazda CX-30 can also weigh as little as 3,234 pounds, undercutting the 3,300-pound C-HR. A lighter car with a stronger engine means noticeably more speed and on-road maneuverability.
Many folks will be using the Mazda CX-30 and the Toyota C-HR as their daily commuter vehicle. The ideal commuter vehicle should have an easy-to-use and versatile infotainment setup.
Each model in this comparison comes standard with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. With these integration systems, pairing your smartphone with the touchscreen of the crossover is a breeze.
Speaking of touchscreens, the Toyota screen is an 8-inch unit, no matter the trim level you select. The Mazda CX-30 has a standard 8.8-inch touchscreen on each trim.
Sound systems favor the Mazda, too. The only available unit in the Toyota is a 6-speaker setup. The standard unit in the Mazda CX-30 is an 8-speaker arrangement. However, if you want even more, Mazda offers an optional Bose® 12-speaker premium audio system with Centerpoint® 2 and AudioPilot® technologies.
If effortlessly weaving through the streets of Gastonia, Charlotte, and Lincolnton, North Carolina, while playing your favorite tunes sounds like fun, the Mazda CX-30 is an easy choice over the Toyota C-HR. Mazda simply offers too much in the way of performance and infotainment for the Toyota to keep pace.
At Mazda of Gastonia, you can pick your favorite Mazda CX-30 trim and go for a test drive whenever it fits your schedule!
