Mazda Discontinues Pure Electric MX-30 in Europe

Mazda has quietly ceased sales and production of its purely electric MX-30 in Europe, including the UK, following its earlier exit from the US market. The compact crossover, notable as Mazda’s first mass-produced battery electric vehicle (BEV), is no longer available in these regions.

Pure EV’s Short Lifespan

The MX-30 BEV, which debuted at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show, has been discontinued after only four years on sale. Its primary limitations included a modest 35.5 kWh battery pack, providing a real-world range of approximately 124 miles (200 km), along with “awkward coach doors and a cramped rear cabin.” When launched in the UK in early 2021, its limited range and practicality placed it in competition with smaller city cars rather than comparable small electric SUVs.

Range-Extender MX-30 R-EV Still Available

While the pure electric MX-30 BEV is out of production, the range-extending version, the MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV, remains available to European customers. This model, the only production vehicle featuring a rotary engine, utilizes an 830-cc naturally aspirated single-rotor unit as a generator to charge a 17.8 kWh battery pack. With a fully charged battery and a full tank of petrol, Mazda states the R-EV can cover over 400 miles (644 km).

Mazda’s Future EV Strategy

Mazda’s next significant steps in electrification include the launch of its first dedicated electric vehicle platform in 2027, followed by a “full-scale launch of EVs” starting a year later. The company is also expanding its electrified offerings in other markets, with the upcoming EZ-60 SUV (featuring a non-rotary range-extender) in China, expected to be rebadged as the CX-6e for Europe and other regions. Similarly, the EZ-6 sedan has already been rebadged as the 6e in Europe. However, due to new US tariffs on Chinese-made vehicles, these models are unlikely to be sold in the North American market.

Despite the discontinuation of the pure electric MX-30 in Europe, Mazda maintains its commitment to electric vehicles. The company plans to meet regulatory requirements, such as the UK Government’s ZEV (Zero Emission Vehicle) mandate, through “various flexibilities within the scheme and the introduction of further BEVs.”