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Mazda MX-30 107kW Makoto 35.5kWh 5dr Auto Review

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The only option is a 36kWh battery powering an electric motor, which offers tepid acceleration (0-62mph in 9.7sec) and one of the worst battery ranges of any current EV: 124 miles (WLTP). A range extender – with a small petrol engine that charges up the battery as you go along – will join the line-up soon.

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Mazda can be summed up in a single word: bold. Not only do its cars generally look like nothing else on the market, but it’s also invested heavily in innovative engine technology.

So, while many car makers have moved to smaller turbocharged engines, Mazda instead offers larger motors that are still efficient. For example, the entry-level petrol option in the Mazda 3 is a 2.0-litre unit –&nbsp;far larger than what you’ll find in most rivals – but it remains very clean.

Highlights of Mazda’s line-up include the MX-5 sports car, which has won our Convertible of the Year Award multiple times, and the CX-5 large SUV, which was named as our inaugural best car for dog owners.

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This adds adaptive LED headlights, a sunroof, a heated steering wheel, a 12-speaker Bose stereo, a 360-degree parking camera and some extra safety kit.

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Blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert

Electronic parking brake with auto disengage function and auto hold function

Thatcham accredited alarm and immobiliser

Lane keep assist system (LAS) with Lane departure warning system (LDWS)

Remote central locking with deadlocking and automatic door lock when driving

8-way power adjustable driver seat with memory linked to door mirror and Active Driving Display

Heated and auto power-folding door mirrors in black with integrated indicator lights

Front passenger seat manual slide, recline and height adjust

Door mirrors with adjustable memory and tilt down function when in reverse

Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift lever

Front dual stage driver and single stage front passenger airbags

Front, rain-sensing wipers with adjustable sensitivity and speed

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The Mazda MX-30 is pleasing to drive, well equipped and has a smart interior. However, it’s very cramped in the back and the fully electric version’s tiny range makes it difficult to recommend to anyone planning to venture out of town; the MX-30 R-EV will suit them better.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Sufficient range between charges to fit in with most people’s lifestyles – and in the real world, not on some far-fetched official test </li> <li>Quick charging times and compatibility with the most ubiquitous types of public charging points </li> <li>Priced to be within the grasp of more than just the privileged few </li> <li>As with any car, ride comfort, practicality and ownership costs can’t be ignored</li></ul>

We define an electric car as one that runs purely on battery power and has no tailpipe to puff out nasty chemicals.

The best of the breed offer sufficient range between charges to fit in with most people’s lifestyles – and in the real world, not on some far-fetched official test cycle.

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