Verdict
The Standard is the cleaner value at RM128,409 because it keeps the 1,998 cc petrol engine, 162 hp/213 Nm outputs and six-speed SkyActiv-Drive auto of the High, with the same 6.4 L/100 km rating and 196 km/h top speed. The RM6,000 step to RM134,409 is about kit, not pace: blind spot monitoring, SCBS front/rear and lane steering correction are the safety headline, with active cruise and parking sensors easing daily use. For Malaysian city driving, the High is easy to justify if the budget allows.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 2.0G 2WD Standard if you want the lower price with the same 162 hp engine and 6.4 L/100 km rating, and can live without the High’s extra driver aids.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 2.0G High 2WD if blind spot info, SCBS front/rear, active cruise, parking sensors and rear air vents matter in daily use.
Key differences
- Price: Standard RM128,409; High RM134,409
- Kerb weight: Standard 1,441 kg; High 1,453 kg
- Wheels and tyres: Standard 16-inch alloys with 215/65R16 Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51; High 18-inch alloys with 215/55R18 Toyo Proxes R56
- Active safety: Standard has no blind spot info, SCBS, lane-keeping assist or collision warning; High has blind spot info, SCBS front/rear, steering correction…
- Lighting: Standard LED projector headlamps, bulb taillamps and no LED DRLs; High adaptive LED projector headlamps with auto high beam, LED combination…
- Cabin and driver aids: Standard manual front seats, manual air-con, passive cruise and no parking sensors; High 10-way powered driver seat with memory,…
2.0G 2WD Standard
- RM6,000 cheaper with the same 162 hp/213 Nm powertrain
- Keeps the sunroof, powered tailgate, head-up display and 8.8-inch MZD Connect
- Uses 215/65R16 tyres on 16-inch alloys
- No blind spot info, SCBS front/rear or collision warning
- No front or rear parking sensors
- Manual air-con and no rear air vents
2.0G High 2WD
- Adds blind spot info, SCBS front/rear, lane steering correction and collision warning
- Gets active cruise control, paddle shift and 4 front/6 rear parking sensors
- Adds dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents and driver seat memory
- Costs RM6,000 more than the Standard
- Kerb weight rises by 12 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 128,409✓ | RM 134,409 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 162 hp | 162 hp |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 196 km/h | 196 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,655 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,441 kg | 1,453 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/65R16 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/65R16 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 | Toyo Proxes R56 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal | Rear Cross Trafic Alert, Emergency Stop Signal, Driver Attention Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Power Adjustable 10-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 439 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
2.0G 2WD Standard vs 2.0G High 2WD FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-30 2.0G 2WD Standard or Mazda CX-30 2.0G High 2WD better?
The High is better equipped, mainly for safety and convenience. The Standard is the better buy if price matters most, but the High’s SCBS, blind spot info, active cruise and parking sensors make it the stronger daily-use choice.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-30 2.0G High 2WD costs RM6,000 more: RM134,409 versus RM128,409 for the Mazda CX-30 2.0G 2WD Standard.
Do both CX-30 variants have the same engine and fuel use?
Yes. Both use a 1,998 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine with 162 hp and 213 Nm, a six-speed SkyActiv-Drive automatic and front-wheel drive. Rated fuel economy is identical at 6.4 L/100 km.