2025 Buick Encore GX vs. 2025 Mazda CX-30 Review

Picture of the 2025 Buick Encore GX

2025 Buick
Encore GX

MSRP*: $26,000 to $33,100
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-30

2025 Mazda
CX-30

MSRP*: $24,995 to $36,950
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MPG - City 26 - 30 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 31 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.2 ft3 45.2 ft3
Engine
  • 155-hp, 1.3-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 137 - 155 hp 191 - 227 hp
Exterior Length 171.2 in 173.0 in
Exterior Width 71.4 in 70.7 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 37.8 - 38.1 in
Rear 38.3 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Buick Encore GX offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-30, with comparable head- and legroom. The Buick Encore GX offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-30, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
The Mazda CX-30 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Buick Encore GX, making it more convenient to drive.

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-30.

Dimensions
The Buick Encore GX is about the same width as the Mazda CX-30. When looking at overall length, the Buick Encore GX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-30.

Handling
The Buick Encore GX has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-30, 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-30.

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-30.

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-30. The Buick Encore GX has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-30.