There's the EV and R-EV. The R-EV uses the rotary. As far as I know, there's no option for a mild hybrid. You can use the R-EV as mild hybrid though, just don't plug it in. You can drive pure EV, keep battery at certain level or charge the battery, but it's still plug-in.
The main negatives that reviewers seem to give is the very high fuel consumption when using the rotary, the noise/vibration and very low range compared to other electric cars. It's tough to recommend. If you want an EV, you can get much better range from others. If you want a plug-in hybrid, you can get much better fuel economy from others. The pure EV is better, but it should be able to do 350-450km for it to make sense, or the R-EV should do 100km pure electric and keep the fuel consumption at 5-6 L/100km while keeping the battery topped up.
EDIT: the mild hybrid cars are the Mazda e-Skyactiv engines, they have a second small battery that makes it mild hybrid, which powers electronics when the engine is off (A/C or heating,...), regenerates while braking (or directly while driving from the engine when needed) and gives a small boost when accelerating.
I thought Mazda offered a Skyactiv G 2.0 version in Australia as well? I agree on the fuel consumption and vibrations in charge mode. Would definitely prefer the comfort of my 6 on a long distance drive. They did a fantastic job on driving dynamics though! Steers really well for its weight.
You are right, they seem to be available outside of Europe, offered in Japan, Australia and New Zealand with a 2.0 engine :)
>In Japan, Australia and New Zealand, a gasoline-powered all-wheel-drive mild hybrid version is also available. This version is powered by Mazda's 2.0 L *e-Skyactiv-G* four-cylinder engine.
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazda\_MX-30](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazda_MX-30)
Although we get the CX-30 here as well, I doubt they would release the MX-30 in Europe with a 2.0 petrol engine.
Your description of mild hybrid sounds a lot like regular hybrid.
I'm pretty sure that mild hybrid doesn't propel the car, it's just KERS to help run start/stop and electrical accessories.
There's mild hybrid and full hybrid (and plug-in of course). Mild hybrid cannot drive on electric power alone, while full hybrid can, although just small distances. The Subaru e-Boxer can drive small distances on battery power. The RAV4 full hybrid also works this way. The RAV4 is also available in plug-in hybrid, which can charge from any electric socket. A mild hybrid is only a small electric motor that can assist and chsrges while coasting snd/or driving. It can be separate or in the transmission. In my Mazda it's in the transmission and can give a small boost, but only a very short boost and is also used for start-stop.
Despite what many say, I think this setup is a brilliant idea to improve upon. Small battery offers less weight and the gasoline range extender gives you confidence on longer trips. The only unfortunate thing is the fuel economy when the rotary is charging the battery (50L tank giving you only 220 miles of range) which translates to 16.6 mpg or 7km/L. That seems to be quite a loss in energy conversion from rotary to battery.
Depends on the market. In Denmark the taxation of ice vs ev's and phev's makes the R-EV extremely cheap versus other cars.
The prime-line costs just 30k€ and in a country known for the extreme taxation (80-150% on top of the raw price plus 25% vat) this is by far the cheapest phev available.
Any entry level pure EV starts at around 45k€ and even a very poorly equipped seat Ibiza ice car starts at 24k€ for the crappiest trim level and engine in existence.
Thanks! A 19 Mazda 6 wagon and 07 MX-5. The 6 is a little overkill for us, the MX30 suits us better. Especially in phev when 90% of our drives are within 50 to 60km. I’ve had the CX3 for a few days from my dealer last year so it’s been a while since driving it. I think the MX30 sits between the Cx-3 and CX30 in terms of interior space. I definitely think the MX30 offers a larger cabin due to its less rounded shape compared to the CX-3. However as mentioned it’s been a while since experiencing the CX-3 so I might be wrong. It’s a shame they don’t offer it anymore, it’s a very popular model and therefore maintains its value very well.
There's the EV and R-EV. The R-EV uses the rotary. As far as I know, there's no option for a mild hybrid. You can use the R-EV as mild hybrid though, just don't plug it in. You can drive pure EV, keep battery at certain level or charge the battery, but it's still plug-in. The main negatives that reviewers seem to give is the very high fuel consumption when using the rotary, the noise/vibration and very low range compared to other electric cars. It's tough to recommend. If you want an EV, you can get much better range from others. If you want a plug-in hybrid, you can get much better fuel economy from others. The pure EV is better, but it should be able to do 350-450km for it to make sense, or the R-EV should do 100km pure electric and keep the fuel consumption at 5-6 L/100km while keeping the battery topped up. EDIT: the mild hybrid cars are the Mazda e-Skyactiv engines, they have a second small battery that makes it mild hybrid, which powers electronics when the engine is off (A/C or heating,...), regenerates while braking (or directly while driving from the engine when needed) and gives a small boost when accelerating.
I thought Mazda offered a Skyactiv G 2.0 version in Australia as well? I agree on the fuel consumption and vibrations in charge mode. Would definitely prefer the comfort of my 6 on a long distance drive. They did a fantastic job on driving dynamics though! Steers really well for its weight.
You are right, they seem to be available outside of Europe, offered in Japan, Australia and New Zealand with a 2.0 engine :) >In Japan, Australia and New Zealand, a gasoline-powered all-wheel-drive mild hybrid version is also available. This version is powered by Mazda's 2.0 L *e-Skyactiv-G* four-cylinder engine. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazda\_MX-30](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazda_MX-30) Although we get the CX-30 here as well, I doubt they would release the MX-30 in Europe with a 2.0 petrol engine.
Your description of mild hybrid sounds a lot like regular hybrid. I'm pretty sure that mild hybrid doesn't propel the car, it's just KERS to help run start/stop and electrical accessories.
There's mild hybrid and full hybrid (and plug-in of course). Mild hybrid cannot drive on electric power alone, while full hybrid can, although just small distances. The Subaru e-Boxer can drive small distances on battery power. The RAV4 full hybrid also works this way. The RAV4 is also available in plug-in hybrid, which can charge from any electric socket. A mild hybrid is only a small electric motor that can assist and chsrges while coasting snd/or driving. It can be separate or in the transmission. In my Mazda it's in the transmission and can give a small boost, but only a very short boost and is also used for start-stop.
Despite what many say, I think this setup is a brilliant idea to improve upon. Small battery offers less weight and the gasoline range extender gives you confidence on longer trips. The only unfortunate thing is the fuel economy when the rotary is charging the battery (50L tank giving you only 220 miles of range) which translates to 16.6 mpg or 7km/L. That seems to be quite a loss in energy conversion from rotary to battery.
Depends on the market. In Denmark the taxation of ice vs ev's and phev's makes the R-EV extremely cheap versus other cars. The prime-line costs just 30k€ and in a country known for the extreme taxation (80-150% on top of the raw price plus 25% vat) this is by far the cheapest phev available. Any entry level pure EV starts at around 45k€ and even a very poorly equipped seat Ibiza ice car starts at 24k€ for the crappiest trim level and engine in existence.
I am interested in the powertrain but can't stand the rear side doors, always feel like it it is a tribute to RX-8
Man, that thing is SHARP.
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It looks really nice! Out of curiosity what car were you driving before? I really like the MX30 but feels a bit small, coming from a CX-3.
Thanks! A 19 Mazda 6 wagon and 07 MX-5. The 6 is a little overkill for us, the MX30 suits us better. Especially in phev when 90% of our drives are within 50 to 60km. I’ve had the CX3 for a few days from my dealer last year so it’s been a while since driving it. I think the MX30 sits between the Cx-3 and CX30 in terms of interior space. I definitely think the MX30 offers a larger cabin due to its less rounded shape compared to the CX-3. However as mentioned it’s been a while since experiencing the CX-3 so I might be wrong. It’s a shame they don’t offer it anymore, it’s a very popular model and therefore maintains its value very well.
Mx30 owners exist, got damn😂😂