2026 Mazda CX-30 2.5 S Aire Edition

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Thinking of buying? Watch this detailed tour of the interior controls, tech features, and cargo space to see if this is the right car for you. - 2026 Mazda CX-30 Buyer’s Guide Overview For 2026, Mazda refines its subcompact crossover with comfort, style, and technology updates. All models now include standard i-Activ AWD and Mazda’s latest safety suite. The ride is improved with new dampers and a brake limited-slip differential for better traction and stability. A larger 10.25-inch touchscreen and new Aire Editions add fresh style options across the lineup. Lineup and Pricing (Starting MSRP) • CX-30 2.5 S – $25,975 • CX-30 2.5 S Select Sport – $27,660 • CX-30 2.5 S Preferred – $29,290 • CX-30 2.5 S Aire Edition – $29,850 • CX-30 2.5 S Carbon Edition – $31,030 • CX-30 2.5 S Premium – $33,240 • CX-30 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition – $34,410 • CX-30 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus – $37,900 (Add $1,495 destination and handling, $1,540 for Alaska.) What’s New for 2026 • New Aire Editions with black exterior emblems and light interiors. • Brake LSD and revised dampers improve traction and ride comfort. • Larger 10.25-inch touchscreen with touch support for CarPlay and Android Auto on select trims. • Wireless charging and Alexa Built-In introduced. • Heated steering wheel and 360° View Monitor now available on Premium. • Turbo Aire Edition joins the range with lighter interior theme and performance engine. Powertrains • 2.5-liter Skyactiv-G I-4: 186 hp / 186 lb-ft torque on regular fuel. • 2.5-liter Skyactiv-G Turbo I-4: 250 hp / 320 lb-ft on premium (227 hp / 310 lb-ft on regular). Both engines use a 6-speed automatic with Sport Mode and manual shift option. All trims include standard i-Activ AWD, Off-Road Traction Assist, and G-Vectoring Control Plus. Trim Highlights CX-30 2.5 S The base model features LED headlights and taillights, 16-inch gray alloy wheels, cloth interior, push-button start, 7-inch LCD display, 8.8-inch infotainment screen, dual USB-C ports, and eight-speaker Mazda Harmonic Acoustics audio. CX-30 2.5 S Select Sport Adds 18-inch black metallic wheels, heated mirrors with memory and reverse tilt, dual-zone climate control, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, Alexa Built-In, leatherette seating (black or Greige), power driver seat with memory, and heated front seats. CX-30 2.5 S Preferred Upgrades to a 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless charging, moonroof, silver roof rails, rain-sensing wipers, leatherette seats, parking sensors (front and rear), and Smart Brake Support Rear. CX-30 2.5 S Aire Edition New for 2026 — adds black badges, black roof rails and mirrors, 18-inch black metallic wheels, white leatherette with gray cloth inserts, gray suede-like trim, and light gray stitching for a bright and modern interior. CX-30 2.5 S Carbon Edition Features exclusive Polymetal Gray paint, red leather interior, black 18-inch wheels, and heated black mirrors. Includes Preferred features plus a Bose 12-speaker audio system and frameless auto-dimming mirror with Homelink. CX-30 2.5 S Premium Adds heated steering wheel, 360° View Monitor, Active Driving Display with Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Front-lighting, power liftgate, LED signature illumination, and choice of black or white leather seats. CX-30 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition Combines the Aire Edition look with turbo power. Light interior scheme with gray suede accents and white leatherette, black exterior badges, and elevated performance with up to 250 hp. CX-30 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus The flagship trim adds paddle shifters, SiriusXM radio, auto-dimming driver’s mirror, and Cruising and Traffic Support for hands-on Level 2 driver assistance in traffic scenarios. Safety and Driver Assistance Standard across all trims: Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Smart Brake Support, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Driver Attention Alert, Rear Seat Alert, Vehicle Exit Warning, and ten airbags including knee airbags for both front occupants. Higher trims add Smart Brake Support Rear Crossing and 360° View Monitor. Colors and Finishes Available premium paints ($595): Snowflake White Pearl Mica, Machine Gray Metallic, Soul Red Crystal Metallic, Aero Gray Metallic, Polymetal Gray Metallic, and Ceramic Metallic. Interior colors vary by trim with black, white, Greige, or red leather options. Summary The 2026 Mazda CX-30 continues to blur the line between luxury and mainstream, offering refined interiors, updated tech, and Mazda’s signature driving dynamics at a competitive price. The new Aire Editions bring a bright aesthetic to the lineup, while the Turbo models add true performance punch to this stylish compact crossover.