2026 MAZDA CX-30 vs the Competition in South Ogden, UT
2026 MAZDA CX-30 shown above with avaialble features.
You’ll find many choices in the subcompact SUV segment, but the 2026 Mazda CX-30 stands above them in many ways. Below, our team at Young Mazda Utah has prepared a guide to show you why the Mazda is the right choice for your drives in and around South Ogden!
2026 Mazda CX-30 vs 2026 Hyundai Venue
When you press the gas pedal in the 2026 Mazda CX-30, it will greet you with 186 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft by way of its standard SKYACTIV®-G 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. Meanwhile, the 2026 Venue falls behind with its standard 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that produces 121 horsepower and 113 lb.-ft. of torque. The Mazda CX-30 also boasts superior traction and handling on Route 89 from its standard i-ACTIV AWD® with Off-road Traction Assist1. Meanwhile, the Hyundai Venue only offers a standard FWD format that lacks the diverse driving capabilities of the Mazda. The i-Activsense® safety suite for the Mazda has a standard Blind Spot Monitoring2 system that alerts you to other cars in hard-to-see spots, but the analogous feature is not available on the base trim of the Venue.
2026 Mazda CX-30 vs 2026 Honda HR-V
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 has something in common with its Honda counterpart that can’t be identified by looking at a single component. That is the fact that both SUVs are recognized as being some of the most reliable, long-lasting ones on the market, according to J.D. Power and Consumer Reports. Looking more closely at these two vehicles, we’ll see some ways that they’re different from one another. For example, the Honda HR-V has a slightly larger infotainment screen with a 9.0-inch screen compared to the Mazda’s 8.8-inch monitor. Both have a 7.0-inch driver information panel to show your current speed on the way to South Ogden Nature Park. However, the Mazda has a far better sound system in store with a standard 8-speaker configuration compared to the standard 4-speaker array on the HR-V.
2026 Mazda CX-30 vs Kia Seltos
Considering these two vehicles, it’s easy to see that the Mazda has more in the way of standard safety features. For example, the Mazda CX-30 includes a standard Vehicle Exit Warning System, a feature that is not present on the base trim of the 2026 Kia Seltos. The same can be said about the standard Blind Spot Monitoring2 feature on the Mazda vehicle — it’s absent on the Kia. Each vehicle has a full complement of physical safety features in the form of full-length side curtain airbags3,4 along with typical ones stowed in the front of the cabin. When considering the base power of these subcompact SUVs, the Mazda once again pulls ahead with 186 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft delivered by the standard SKYACTIV®-G 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. Yet, the Kia Seltos falls behind with its standard 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that produces 147 horsepower and 132 lb.-ft. of torque. If you have any other questions about how these vehicles stack up, feel free to contact us.
2026 MAZDA CX-30 Key Features
- Standard SKYACTIV®-G 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with an output of 186 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft. of torque.
- Standard Blind Spot Monitoring*
- Standard Vehicle Exit Warning System
- Standard i-ACTIV AWD®
- Standard side curtain airbags**
Current Inventory
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Dealership Information
Testimonials
“ I had an absolutely amazing experience with Reed. He knew everything about Mazda, and was fantastic to work with. If anyone wants a great experience, ask for Reed ”
“ I had the pleasure of working with Wellyn this week in my search for a new car and he was amazing every step of the way. He was kind, knowledgeable, and paid attention to everything I wanted in a vehicle to help me find the perfect fit. He even found back up options for various price ranges. I absolutely love my new CX-30 and genuinely think this is the best possible experience someone could've had at a dealership. I highly recommend working with him if you have the chance. ”
“ The ABSOLUTE best buying experience ever. Travis, Tyler, and Garrett were AMAZING to work with. I was in and out in about 3 hours and that was because they washed the car and filled it up before I left. Best part was that Tyler had sent me all the info and my gut said "don't let this car get away". So I went prepared to buy and Tyler had picked out the best of the best for me. Thanks is not nearly enough. I am truly grateful. Thanks guys! ”
“ I was visiting from Alabama and ended up with an emergency flat late on a Saturday on my CX90. Stephanie Schaer and the Service team went the extra mile to ensure that I was taken care of and back on the road. Can’t thank them enough! ”
“ I recently bought a 2023 Golf GTI from Young Mazda Riverdale and had an awesome experience working with Wellyn. He made the entire process super quick, easy, and stress-free from start to finish. He explained everything clearly, kept great communication, and genuinely went the extra mile to make sure we were completely satisfied with both the car and the overall buying process. You can tell he actually cares about his customers and wants them to leave happy, not just make a sale. I really appreciate all the effort he put in, and I’d definitely recommend asking for Wellyn if you’re shopping at Young Mazda Riverdale! ”
“ Kenyon Grimes fantastic salesman great service will definitely come again ”
“ Pleasant and very helpful staff. ”
“ Had a great experience with Reed and Company selling my truck to them. Highly recommend these guys. ”
“ I took my car here to get fixed as the key fobs quit working. The young lady at the service counter fixed the issue quickly and easily. Thank you so much! ”
“ We purchased a 2024 Mazda cx5 carbon edition from Canyon after looked at multiple cars and going back and forth on what we wanted to spend. Canyon was awesome to work with and I never once felt pushed or pressured like all the other dealerships we went too. If you are in the market definitely get with Canyon at riverdale mazda he is a bad ass. Thank you ”
“ Kanyon at Young Mazda South Ogden was my salesman and he delivered with everything I wanted, he worked with my budget and found me my dream car! It was so refreshing to not feel stressed about buying a car. I was in and out of the dealership and the whole team at Young Mazda was so friendly and accommodating. I went into 3 Mazda dealerships when looking for a car and by far the South Ogden location was the best! I really appreciate Kanyon for making sure I got the car I loved and getting me a price that fit my budget. I highly recommend them! ”
“ I had the best experience at Young Mazda as a first time buyer. I worked with Kanyon and would highly recommend working with him! ”
“ If you want a hassle free, honest, and fair car buying experience then Young Mazda Riverdale is the place for you! I was helped by Jessica Garcia (saleswoman) when I first arrived who listened to all of my needs and concerns and showed me vehicles that fit exactly what I was looking for while keeping me in my price range. Jessica has also reached out to me multiple times (after purchasing my car) to continue to make sure that all of my needs are met. I was later helped by Ulysses (salesman) he showed an immense level of patience for me, (since I’m so indecisive) and sat with me through making changes to trim levels and colors to ensure I get the exact vehicle I wanted. To top it all off I had the privilege of working along side Tyler Chugg (Finance manager) this man went to war for me with all sorts of different financers to get me the best possible interest rate and keeping me at a monthly payment that I’m happy with. This team is fully transparent and never once did they try to push a vehicle on me that I didn’t want or try to gouge me for more money. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience! ”
“ Great service! They have really good and honest people in the service department. I brought my car having problems with the transmission, and they did a relearn on it and fixed it up. ”
“ Had a great experience buying my first ever car from Young Mazda. Ashton was the best salesman one could ask for as nothing felt pressured and everything felt genuine and like he wanted to get me into a vehicle that best suited my needs. He helped me with the entire process, and compared to all the other dealerships I been to in this process, night and day difference. Great thanks to Ashton for helping me and my girlfriend buy our first cars, and hope to work with him again in the future. ”
“ Jessica Garcia was great she treated me swell , I am really happy with the service . She's great ”
“ We bought a Mazda CX50 from Young Mazda in Riverside the beginning of February from Asher. Yes, he is young however he is also knowledge, polite and great to work with. Andy helped the process go smoothly and quickly which we appreciated. He is 100% customer centric and really cared about us during the process and beyond. Tyler in finance is a powerhouse in that he was committed to finding is the best deal while staying within our budget. Friendly, honest and transparent as well which was refreshing. If you are interested in buying a Mazda, go see this Riverdale team. You won't be disappointed! ”
“ I had the very best experience ever. The customer service here is second to none! Shout outs to the ViP Kellye, who answered all of my questions and helped me get everything started, before even stepping foot on the premises. She then directed me to Kanyon. Kanyon is an ultra professional associate, very easy to work with. The finance guy, Chugg, was informative and quick. My entire experience was super duper.! ”
“ Convenient chargepoint charging station! ”
“ My experience with Ashton and the rest of the team at Young Mazda was excellent! I was treated respectfully and honestly! They got me out of a worthless car and into a very nice one quickly!! ”
“ We had a 12 hour drive to accomplish on a Saturday. As we were near Ogden our oil pressure warning light came on. We were able to get to Young Mazda and Stephanie helped us in their service department. They put us at the front of the line and quickly determined and corrected our problem. We paid less than we had paid at JiffyLube for an oil and filter change and the diffrence was that Young's were PROFESSIONALS! Stephanie is a treasure and followed up with us and was sincerely concerned for our wellbeing. We were utterly impressed and I recommend them without any reservations, and I'm someone who does not generally give reviews. ”
“ GO SEE ASHTON and tell him Scott sent you. I flew out from San Diego to Help my Mother buy a Car. We went from Dealership to Dealership, so disappointed with their inventory and the Prices. Then we went to Young Mazda and met Ashton. I've never met a more patient salesman in my life! No BS, im not sugar coating it. We would ask to see a car and he was on it. I realized that it was taking a tad bit longer than normal, only to find out he was also helping another customer and we were his second appointment. I watched him run across the parking lot to get a car, and then smile, accommodate my Mother and Myself, and was super thorough!!! We didnt want a Mazda originally but I did know that they had the least amount of trips to the mechanic over long term ownership. Then he told us about the reliability and to be honest I fact checked him with Google and it was true. I just wanted the best car for the Money because I want value and safety. The Tech was amazing, the interior was so Beautiful and the color my Mother loved, and even though we didn't get the exterior color we wanted we realized it was super pretty. I still had hesitations but seriously ASHTON was so genuine, so knowledgeable (and I am a car guy and always have been, I have 10 cars right now) and so patient, it really made all the difference. We got a great price, a better rate than some of the other dealerships, and we didnt have to keep looking all over Utah for weeks and settle for something else. Ashton Delivered the Car for us to my Mom's house the next morning, Ashton spent an Hour going through every setting on that car, Are you Kidding me? He already sold it to us and yet he is helping my Mother connect her phone and even re-explaining everything for her so she was comfortable, walking her through every button and feature. AMAZING!!! He even called me a week later to see how I was doing and if I had any questions even though my Mother bought the Car. 100% best Experience I have Ever Had buying a Car and that is such a frustrating and hard decision to make. Ashton is a family man, a genuine guy, a faithful person with morals and values, and I can't thank him enough for being the kind of person that is REAL and Genuine and not some slimey aggressive money hound. Its been 2 months and my Mom us still thrilled with the CX-5 with all the bells and whistles. Photos are of the Delivery and Ashton showing my Mother how to use all the features. ”
“ We had the best experience buying a car and working with Bobby West! He was amazing. Listened to everything we wanted and made it happen. If you need a car salesman, I highly recommend working with Bobby. ”
“ I cannot say enough positive things about Young Mazda on Riverdale. Their customer service is consistently exceptional, their pricing is transparent, and they are always accommodating when it comes to scheduling maintenance. Recently, we had the pleasure of working with sales associate Bobbi West, whose attention to detail, patience in navigating insurance matters, and dedication to securing an affordable deal for my son were truly impressive. Our family has been loyal to the Mazda brand for years, having owned four different Mazda vehicles — from the Mazda3 Sedan to the Mazda CX-5 and CX-50. Each one has been a joy to drive and has found a new home with our younger drivers as our family grows. Every visit to Young Mazda has been marked by the same level of courtesy, professionalism, and respect. A special mention goes to Stephanie S. in the maintenance department, who continually goes above and beyond to accommodate our busy schedules and ensure our vehicles are properly cared for. Hats off to the entire Young Mazda Riverdale team for consistently delivering an outstanding customer experience ”
“ Tyler, Travis thank you guys!!! You were super kind, patient and helpful… I’m super happy with my new Mazda ”
“ Travis and Bobby are the best! Everyone treated me like family. I love Young Mazda in Ogden. If I could give a higher rating I would! ”
“ Kellye was absolutely incredible. She provided the most amazing customer service. When my new car started giving me issues she went above and far beyond expectations and took great care of us. She was incredibly kind and helpful. ”
“ Called my friend Bobby West up about a Corolla Cross. He is the coolest guy ever, been friends for over 40 years. Go see Bobby! Got a great deal and was treated awesome and in a timely manner. Young Mazda is the best! ”
“ My sales lady was amazing (shout out Jessica), and went far above and beyond. She came in on her day off, and would answer questions while she was off the clock. My only issue came from the service department. It took over 3 hours from the time I was called in to pick up my car from service and the time I was able to leave with it. My sales lady was also in for the same 3 hours on her day off. It seemed like the service department was trying to send me home with a bad battery as it had to be jump started. After all the waiting they finally just replaced it. However the overall experience was pretty good. ”
1. Off-road Traction Assist helps free tires that are stuck when vehicle tires become embedded in mud, sand or deep snow.
*2. Always check your mirrors. Be aware of the traffic around you. There are limitations to the range and detection of the system. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details.
**3. Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seats in appropriate child restraints.
4. For maximum protection, always wear your seat belt. Please refer to your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for additional important safety information regarding airbags, including additional cautions and warnings.

“ Tyler Ross provided me with great customer service. I had stopped by the Mazda dealership in Riverdale to get a new temporary plate until my plates arrive and no one was there to provide one so Tyler had arranged for someone to drive to my work the next day and put the new temporary plate on my vehicle. Thank you again, this gesture was much appreciated! ”