Buick Encore vs Mazda CX-5
Overview | |
Years produced2013-2023 | Years produced2013-Present |
MSRP$24,600 | MSRP$29,050 |
Listings450 | Listings3886 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryJust because you need more practicality, doesn't necessarily mean you'll have to sacrifice driving enjoyment or performance. Among compact SUVs, the 2025 Mazda CX-5 proves that you can satisfy your sporty appetite in an attractive and upscale alternative. Verdict: The CX-5 offers an enjoyable driving experience, but it falls short in practical areas like fuel economy and cargo space. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.4L 155 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City24 | MPG City |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 155 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 |
Torque177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque185 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.8 cu ft | Cargo Space30.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3195 lbs | Curb Weight3679 lbs |
Height65.2 in | Height66.1 in |
Length168.4 in | Length180.1 in |
Width70.1 in | Width83.3 in |
Wheelbase100.6 in | Wheelbase106.2 in |
Maximum Payload1018 lbs | Maximum Payload1045 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2013-2023 | 2013-Present |
MSRP | $24,600 | $29,050 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Just because you need more practicality, doesn't necessarily mean you'll have to sacrifice driving enjoyment or performance. Among compact SUVs, the 2025 Mazda CX-5 proves that you can satisfy your sporty appetite in an attractive and upscale alternative. Verdict: The CX-5 offers an enjoyable driving experience, but it falls short in practical areas like fuel economy and cargo space. | |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.4L 155 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
MPG City | 24 | |
MPG Highway | 32 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 155 hp I4 | 2.5L 187 hp I4 |
Torque | 177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 185 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | |
MPG Highway | 32 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.8 cu ft | 30.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3195 lbs | 3679 lbs |
Height | 65.2 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 180.1 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 83.3 in |
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 106.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1018 lbs | 1045 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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