Mazda CX-30 vs. Buick Encore
In comparing the Mazda CX-30's and the Buick Encore's specifications and ratings, the Mazda CX-30 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Mazda CX-30's and the Buick Encore's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Mazda CX-30 vs. Buick Encore Pricing
A used 2022 Mazda CX-30 ranges from $24,125 to $32,892 while a used 2022 Buick Encore is priced between $21,497 to $28,647. For a new model, the Mazda CX-30's price is between $25,494 and $36,645, with the Buick Encore priced between $24,140 and $29,440.
Mazda CX-30 vs. Buick Encore Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mazda CX-30 loses 38.4 percent of its value and the Buick Encore loses 46.3 percent of its value. This means the Mazda CX-30 retains 7.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Buick Encore.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mazda CX-30’s base engine makes 186 horsepower, and the Buick Encore base engine makes 155 horsepower. The CX-30 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 394 miles. The Encore is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. This gives the Buick Encore the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mazda CX-30. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the Mazda CX-30 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Mazda CX-30 and the Buick Encore have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
25494 - 36645
Used Asking Price:
24125 - 32892
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.383775
Pricing
New Asking Price:
24140 - 29440
Used Asking Price:
21497 - 28647
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462908
Mazda CX-30 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Buick Encore Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.433333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda CX-30 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 16Ranking
11 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 58Ranking
11 out of / 49Ranking
14 out of / 56Ranking
15 out of / 66Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 20Ranking
25 out of / 66Ranking
27 out of / 56Ranking
33 out of / 56Ranking
35 out of / 66Ranking
35 out of / 66Ranking
51 out of / 56Ranking
54 out of / 56Ranking
55 out of / 56Ranking
61 out of / 66Ranking
63 out of / 66Ranking
63 out of / 66Buick Encore Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 61Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
27 out of / 61Ranking
28 out of / 68Ranking
33 out of / 68Ranking
46 out of / 61Ranking
55 out of / 68Ranking
59 out of / 61Ranking
66 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda CX-30 Trim Levels
2.5 S, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Premium, 2.5 S Select, 2.5 Turbo, 2.5 Turbo Premium, 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus
Buick Encore Trim Levels
Preferred
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
186 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
186 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
305 / 394 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
20.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
45.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
18.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3388 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
61.7 inches
Length:
173 inches
Wheelbase:
104.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3195 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
168.4 inches
Wheelbase:
100.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P215/55R18