Compare before you choose · West Palm Beach
2026 Subaru Crosstrek vs. 2026 Mazda CX-30 in West Palm Beach
Both compact crossovers include AWD. Crosstrek emphasizes clearance, published highway economy, cargo flexibility and Hybrid/Wilderness choices; CX-30 offers more standard gas output, a conventional six-speed and a high-output turbo path.
Which one belongs on your shortlist?
Choose the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek if…
- 8.7 inches of standard clearance.
- Better published highway MPG in the base AWD comparison.
- More published maximum cargo volume.
- Hybrid and Wilderness branches in addition to gas trims.
Keep the 2026 Mazda CX-30 on your list if…
- More standard gas horsepower and torque.
- A conventional six-speed automatic.
- An available turbo with up to 250 hp/320 lb-ft on premium fuel.
- Available premium cabin and convenience equipment.
A like-for-like starting point
Both columns include AWD. The starting-price row names each entry trim; the remaining rows use figures shared across the listed naturally aspirated gas range where verified. Turbo, Hybrid and Wilderness specifications remain separate.
| Decision point | 2026 Crosstrek gas AWD — Base/Premium/Sport/Limited | 2026 Mazda CX-30 naturally aspirated 2.5 S AWD range |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP before destination | $26,995 | $26,375 |
| Engine output | 180 hp / 178 lb-ft | 186 hp / 186 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Lineartronic CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| EPA-estimated MPG | 26 city / 33 highway | 24 city / 31 highway / 27 combined |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 inches | 8.0 inches |
| Maximum cargo volume | 54.7 cu ft with rear seats lowered | 45.2 cu ft with rear seats lowered |
Manufacturer MSRPs exclude destination, taxes, title, license, options, dealer-installed equipment and dealer charges unless specifically stated. Dealer selling prices vary. EPA estimates are for comparison and actual mileage varies. Schumacher Subaru of West Palm Beach can provide current inventory and itemized pricing only for the Subaru vehicles it sells; it cannot quote or verify another dealer's price, fees, incentives or payments.
Where the competitor has an advantage—and what Subaru offers instead
CX-30 has more standard output and a six-speed
That can matter to drivers who prioritize response and conventional shifts. Crosstrek answers with stronger published highway economy, more clearance and more maximum cargo volume.
CX-30 offers a substantially stronger turbo
Crosstrek has no equivalent 250-hp turbo. Its alternative strengths are the efficiency-focused Hybrid and capability-focused Wilderness; performance-first shoppers should acknowledge Mazda's advantage.
Mazda offers premium-feeling options
Crosstrek's counterbalance is functional versatility—clearance, cargo, Hybrid and Wilderness choices. Compare the exact trim because neither advantage applies equally to every vehicle.
Turbo, Hybrid and Wilderness serve different priorities
Mazda's available turbo reaches up to 250 hp and 320 lb-ft on 93-octane fuel. Crosstrek Hybrid publishes 194 hp, while Wilderness adds 9.3 inches of clearance and up to 3,500 pounds of towing when properly equipped.
Do not compare the turbo's output with the Mazda base price, or use Hybrid/Wilderness capability as if it were standard on Crosstrek Base.
Build a useful West Palm Beach comparison drive
Shoppers from West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, Greenacres and Royal Palm Beach can make the visit more useful by asking to include Okeechobee Boulevard stop-and-go traffic, an I-95 merge, a tight retail parking space and a stretch of uneven pavement. Use the same checklist for any competing vehicle you test elsewhere:
- Adjust the seat and mirrors, then check sight lines at intersections, during lane changes and while parking.
- Bring the passengers, child seats, mobility equipment or cargo you carry regularly.
- Connect your phone and locate the climate, multimedia and driver-assistance controls you will use every day.
- Compare the exact year, trim, drivetrain, installed equipment and itemized Subaru price rather than relying on a lineup's headline starting price.
Visit Schumacher Subaru of West Palm Beach: 3021 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33409. Contact Sales before traveling so the Subaru trim and test-drive time you want can be confirmed.
Questions shoppers ask about this comparison
Do both models include AWD?
Yes. AWD is standard on the named base configurations.
Which has more cargo room?
Subaru publishes the larger maximum figure. Measurement practices can differ, so bring the gear you carry and compare usable shape and lift-over height.
Which is faster?
The CX-30 offers the higher performance ceiling with its available turbo. The page does not claim Crosstrek overcomes that output advantage.
Can Schumacher quote a Mazda?
No. We can provide itemized pricing only for Subaru vehicles and use Mazda's published specifications for research.
Compare the Subaru before you decide
Tell our team which competing model and priorities are on your shortlist. We can show an available Crosstrek, explain its equipment and provide itemized Subaru pricing. You do not need to own the competing brand or have a trade.
