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Compare Buick Encore vs Mazda CX-5

Buick Encore
2020 Buick Encore
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$23,200
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.6
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Mazda CX-5
2020 Mazda CX-5
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$25,190
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
1.4-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5-liter Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Buick Encore
2017-2020 Buick Encore Rear View Driving
2017-2020 Buick Encore Dashboard
27
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Mazda CX-5
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
14
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.4-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.5-liter Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
138 hp @ 4900 rpm
187 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
148 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm
186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.7 ft
36 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
18"" x TBD
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
18"" x TBD
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P215/55R18
P225/65HR17
Rear Tire
P215/55R18
P225/65HR17
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
27 MPG
28 MPG
City
25 MPG
25 MPG
Highway
30 MPG
31 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.5 Tons/yr
6.3 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
14.8 gallons
Cruising Range City
350 miles
370 miles
Cruising Range Highway
420 miles
458.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
168.35 in
179.1 in
Height
65.25 in
65.4 in
Max Width
70.1 in
72.5 in
Front Width
60.65 in
62.8 in
Rear Width
60.62 in
62.8 in
Wheelbase
100.6 in
106.2 in
Ground Clearance
6.22 in
7.5 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.82 in
41 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.58 in
39.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.18 in
57.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
51.65 in
55.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.75 in
39.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.78 in
39 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
52.5 in
54.8 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
50.08 in
55.3 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,237 lbs
3,541 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
2,000 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
48.4 ft³
59.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
18.8 ft³
30.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
N/A
30.9 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Eternal Blue Mica
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Snowflake White Pearl Mica
  • Sonic Silver Metallic
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Ebony, Cloth with leatherette seat trim
  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Not Available
Standard
MP3 Player
Not Available
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Maintenance Note
1 Year/1 Visit
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Warranty Note
Preliminary 2020 Warranty Note
N/A
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