2026 MAZDA CX-30 vs Subaru Crosstrek
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 and Subaru Crosstrek are both versatile small crossovers, but their strengths begin to separate once you look at performance, safety technology, and cabin appointments. At The Autobarn Mazda of Evanston, we can show you where the 2026 Mazda CX-30 makes its strongest case.
Performance
The standard SKYACTIV®-G 2.5-liter four-cylinder in the 2026 Mazda CX-30 produces 186 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque, compared with 180 horsepower and 178 lb-ft from the 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine in the Subaru Crosstrek. For a more substantial upgrade, the available SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 Turbo reaches 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque on premium fuel. Every Mazda CX-30 also includes i-ACTIV AWD®, G-Vectoring Control Plus, Off-Road Traction Assist, and a new brake Limited Slip Differential for 2026.
Safety Technology
Every 2026 Mazda CX-30 includes an extensive collection of i-ACTIVSENSE® driver-assistance technology. Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Smart Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning, Lane-keep Assist, Driver Attention Alert, High Beam Control, and Vehicle Exit Warning are all standard.
The Subaru Crosstrek includes standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, but Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert are not standard across its gas-powered lineup. Both are unavailable on the base model and only optional on the Premium trim.
Available Features
The new Mazda model brings amenities typically associated with larger premium SUVs into its compact footprint. Available features include leather seating, a Bose® 12-speaker premium audio system, an Active Driving Display®, a 360-Degree View Monitor, Adaptive Front-lighting System, heated steering wheel, power liftgate, and power-sliding glass moonroof.
The Subaru Crosstrek offers its own available comfort and technology upgrades, including an 11.6-inch touchscreen and Harman Kardon® audio system, but Mazda provides a particularly broad selection of features for drivers who want their small crossover to feel more refined.
Drive the 2026 MAZDA CX-30 in Evanston, IL
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 backs up its performance advantage with standard safety technology and an impressive selection of available premium features. Ask our team about Mazda financing when you are ready to find the configuration that suits you. Visit our Mazda dealership in Evanston, IL, to experience the 2026 Mazda CX-30 firsthand.