2024 Buick
|
2024 Mazda
|
|
| MPG - City | 26 - 30 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 28 - 31 MPG | 27 - 29 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 50.2 ft3 | 59.3 ft3 |
| Engine |
|
|
| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 137 - 155 hp | 187 - 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 2,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 171.2 in | 180.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 71.4 in | 72.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.0 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 39.3 - 39.7 in
Rear 39.0 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-5 than in the Buick Encore GX, due to its greater head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Buick Encore GX and the Mazda CX-5.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Buick Encore GX will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda CX-5.
Dimensions
The Buick Encore GX is a little narrower than the Mazda CX-5, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
If you go with the Buick Encore GX, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-5.
Handling
The Buick Encore GX has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-5, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Buick Encore GX has a little less horsepower than the Mazda CX-5.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Buick Encore GX doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mazda CX-5.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Encore GX and the Mazda CX-5.
The Buick Encore GX has less cargo space than the Mazda CX-5, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.