2026 Mazda CX-30: real cost in California
See the CX-30 on Mazda's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, 2.5 S · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$26,375the advertised price
Drive away$30,577with fees and tax
Loan payment$436/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,076/moeverything, after resale
$30,577 to drive away + $58,941 to run it for 6 years − $12,057 back at resale = $77,461, or $1,076 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$30,577
Running it, 6 yrs+$58,941
Back at resale−$12,057
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$26,375Feesfreight $1,595 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,680Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$2,522Fuel13,500 mi a year at 27 MPG
+$17,235Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$17,052Maintenanceestimate
+$9,447Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$6,705Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$5,820Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,682Resale after 6 years46% of MSRP, you get this back
−$12,057True cost $77,461 ÷ 72 months$1,076 a month
The car
Size and space
Seats5
Cargo20.2 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance8.0 inhigh; good for snow and trails
Engine and fuel
Engine186–227 hp gas, AWD
0–60 mph6.6–7.6 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy25–27 MPGEPA combined
TowingNot published
Tires18"215/55R18
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty3 yrs / unlimited milespowertrain 5 yrs / unlimited miles
Resale at 6 years46% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: AWD, 5 seats.| 2.5 S | $26,375 | $30,577 | $77,461 | ✓ $1,076/mo | 27 MPG | — No | — No | — No |
| 2.5 S Select Sport | $28,060 | $32,414 | $79,627 | $1,106/mo | 27 MPG | — No | ✓ Yes | — No |
| 2.5 S Preferred | $29,690 | $34,190 | $81,638 | $1,134/mo | 27 MPG | — No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| 2.5 S Aire Edition | $30,250 | $34,801 | $82,266 | $1,143/mo | 27 MPG | — No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| 2.5 S Carbon Edition | $31,430 | $36,087 | $83,602 | $1,161/mo | 27 MPG | — No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| 2.5 S Premium | $33,640 | $38,495 | $86,081 | $1,196/mo | 27 MPG | — No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition | $34,410 | $39,334 | $88,318 | $1,227/mo | 25 MPG | — No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus | $37,900 | $43,138 | $92,234 | $1,281/mo | 25 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
2.5 S
✓ $1,076/mo
True cost
2.5 S Select Sport
$1,106/mo
True cost
2.5 S Preferred
$1,134/mo
True cost
2.5 S Aire Edition
$1,143/mo
True cost
2.5 S Carbon Edition
$1,161/mo
True cost
2.5 S Premium
$1,196/mo
True cost
2.5 Turbo Aire Edition
$1,227/mo
True cost
2.5 Turbo Premium Plus
$1,281/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it.Feature
2.5 S$26,375
2.5 S Select Sport$28,060
2.5 S Preferred$29,690
2.5 S Aire Edition$30,250
2.5 S Carbon Edition$31,430
2.5 S Premium$33,640
2.5 Turbo Aire Edition$34,410
2.5 Turbo Premium Plus$37,900
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ from 2.5 S Premium
Parking sensors
✓ from 2.5 S Preferred
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ from 2.5 S Select Sport
Heated steering wheel
✓ from 2.5 S Premium
Dual-zone climate
✓ from 2.5 S Select Sport
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓ from 2.5 S Premium
Wireless phone charging
✓ from 2.5 S Preferred
Power driver's seat
✓ from 2.5 S Select Sport
Memory seat
✓ from 2.5 S Select Sport
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ from 2.5 S Select Sport
Premium sound system
✓ from 2.5 S Carbon Edition
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ Every trim
Sunroof
✓ from 2.5 S Preferred
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingCooled seatsHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsRemote startBuilt-in navigationHead-up displayLarge touchscreen (12 in+)Tow hitch includedPanoramic roof
Full standard equipment on the 2.5 S (68 items)
- Mazda Connected Services (1-Year Trial, Monthly Fees Thereafter)
- 8-speaker audio system with Mazda Harmonic Acoustics
- Android Auto / Apple Carplay Integration
- Blind Spot Monitoring And Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control With Stop And Go
- LED headlights
- Auto on
- off headlights
- LED daytime running lights
- LED combination taillights
- Variable-intermittent windshield wipers
- Body-colored, power side mirrors with integrated turn signals
- Front grille in matte finish
- Power windows with one-touch up
- down feature
- Power door locks - speed sensitive auto door locks
- Remote keyless entry system
- Push Button Start
- Electronic parking brake
- Front map lights and cargo area light
- Vinyl-covered sun visors with extensions
- Steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise control switches
- Air conditioning
- Glove compartment
- Front center console armrest with covered storage compartment
- Front door storage pockets with bottle holders
- 5-passenger seating
- 40 split fold-down rear seatback
- Cloth-trimmed sport seats and door inserts
- Adjustable headrests in all seating positions
- 8-speakeraudio system with Mazda HarmonicAcoustics
- Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio streaming capability
- Dual Type-C USB audio inputs
- Apple CarPlay integration
- Android Auto integration
- Infotainment System
- 8.8-inch large center display
- Mobile 911 automatic emergency notification
- Infotainment system voice command
- Multifunction Commander control
- Radio Broadcast Data System program information
- SMS text message audio delivery and reply
- Mazda Connected Services
- (1-year trial, monthly fees thereafter)
- Dual front air bags
- Front and rear seat mounted side-impact air bags
- Side impact air curtains
- Driver's and front-passenger's knee air bag
- 3-point safety belts for all seating positions
- Front and rear safety-belt pretensioners with force limiters
- Anti-lock Brake System with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution & Brake Assist
- Dynamic Stability Control with Traction Control System
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Lane-keep Assist
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Driver Attention Alert
- High Beam Control
- Rear seat alert
- Rear View Monitor
- Engine-immobilizer anti-theft system
- Keyless remote panic button (on key fob)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- LATCH child safety seat anchors & upper tethers
- Child safety rear door locks
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Vehicle Exit Warning
- Smart Brake Support - Forward
Recalls
2 NHTSA recalls for 2024 to 2026 CX-30 models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Air bags2024, 2025 · 171,412 vehicles
The Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) units may set an error code and deactivate the air bags, due to a low battery condition.Recall 25V357000 at NHTSA ↗Lane departure2024 · 672 vehicles
A malfunction in the forward sensing camera (FSC) may prevent the automatic emergency braking system and the lane-keep assist system from functioning.Recall 24V649000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2026 CX-30 in California?
- $30,577 to drive away for the 2.5 S, from a $26,375 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $436 loan payment, about $1,081 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,076 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
Colors
Jet Black MicaDeep Crystal Blue MicaSnowflake White Pearl Mica+$595Soul Red Crystal Metallic+$595Aero Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic+$595Ceramic Metallic+$595Polymetal Gray Metallic+$595
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US prices in US dollars from Mazda's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.