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Mazda MX-30 vs Toyota Urban Cruiser
Selected trimSE-L Lux · 2020-24Change trim124 mi · 35.5 kWh · £25,545
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim213 mi · 49 kWh · £28,495
At a glance
In this comparison, Mazda MX-30 leads on family practicality, while the Toyota Urban Cruiser leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mazda MX-30 if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Toyota Urban Cruiser if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota Urban Cruiser leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Mazda
5.8
Toyota
5.5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeToyota
Mazda
2.7
Toyota
4
FamilyMazda
Mazda
5.7
Toyota
4.5
Cost Per MileToyota
Mazda
2.2
Toyota
6.9
City DrivingToyota
Mazda
7.4
Toyota
8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mazda MX-30SE-L Lux | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £25,545 (better) | £28,495 |
| Official range | 124 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 366 L (better) | 310 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 36 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 9.7 sec | 9.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Mazda MX-30
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Length
Mazda MX-304,395mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser4,285mm-110mm
Width
Mazda MX-301,795mm-5mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser1,800mm
Height
Mazda MX-301,555mm-80mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser1,635mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mazda MX-30SE-L Lux | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,285 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,795 mm (better) | 1,800 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,035 mm (better) | 2,065 mm |
| Height | 1,555 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 605 mm spare (better) | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mazda MX-30SE-L Lux | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 366 L (better) | 310 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1171 L (better) | 566 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mazda MX-30
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Toyota Urban Cruiser
- At 4,285 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mazda MX-30 SE-L Lux |  Toyota Urban Cruiser Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.29m-110mm |
| Width | 1.79m | 1.80m+5mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.04m | 2.06m+30mm |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.64m+80mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.65m | 2.70m+45mm |
| Ground Clearance | 175mm | 180mm+5mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 366L (better) | 310L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1171L (better) | 566L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,654kg (better) | 1,720kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 35.5kWh | 49kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 124 mi | 213 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 53kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £25,545 (better) | £28,495 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2020–2024 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mazda MX-30SE-L Lux | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 124 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 104 miles | 178 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 36 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 53 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 30 kWh | 49 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mazda MX-30SE-L Lux | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.7 sec | 9.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 107 kW (better) | 106 kW |
| Torque | 271 Nm (better) | 193 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Mazda MX-30
SE-L Lux
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Standard Range
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Mazda MX-30
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Mazda MX-30 SE-L Lux
Tested 2020
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist73%
Euro NCAP - Toyota Urban Cruiser Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant77%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mazda MX-30SE-L Lux | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Mazda MX-30
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Toyota Urban Cruiser
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Toyota Urban Cruiser worth the extra £2,950 over the Mazda MX-30?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser costs £2,950 more than the Mazda MX-30. For that premium it adds 89 miles more WLTP range. The Mazda MX-30 is not just cheaper - it also offers 56 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota Urban Cruiser comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Mazda MX-30 or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The Mazda MX-30 is £2,950 cheaper to buy. The Toyota Urban Cruiser is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 a year versus £192 for the Mazda MX-30, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Mazda MX-30 comes out roughly £2,790 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Mazda MX-30 and Toyota Urban Cruiser like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 104 miles for the Mazda MX-30 and 178 miles for the Toyota Urban Cruiser - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota Urban Cruiser goes roughly 74 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-36 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mazda MX-30 or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The two are within 5 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 605 mm of total clearance for the Mazda MX-30 and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Toyota Urban Cruiser.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mazda MX-30 or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mazda MX-30 and 90% for the Toyota Urban Cruiser. That gives the Toyota Urban Cruiser a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Toyota Urban Cruiser's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Mazda MX-30's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .