You might not think of Mazda and Buick as direct competitors. However, nowadays these two brands have more in common than you might think. Buick has long straddled the line between mainstream and luxury, and Mazda has stepped up its game to a similar level as Buick. That makes the 2025 Mazda CX-5 and 2025 Buick Envision pseudo-luxury compact SUVs direct competitors.
These SUVs offer style and comfort without breaking the bank. Let’s take a closer look at this pair.
2025 Mazda CX-5
With room for five and an appealing exterior with a contemporary look, the Mazda CX-5 consistently garners attention in a competitive class. Mazda produces fuel-efficient vehicles that offer an excellent driving experience, and that’s certainly true of the CX-5. On top of that, tackling multiple roles, such as hauling people and cargo, daily commuting, etc., is easy peasy.
With a 187-horsepower base engine, the CX-5 can be a bit of fun, but upgrade to the 2.5-liter turbo, putting out up to 256 horsepower, and now we’re talking about some real performance. Additionally, the cabin is spacious and comfortable. The layout is driver-focused, plus the convenience and safety technology are excellent. This year the 2.5 S trim returns as the base model, making the CX-5 even more affordable. Pricing starts at $29,990
Mazda CX-5 Highlights
Standard all-wheel drive: The i-Activ AWD system sends power to different wheels depending on the driving condition. It can also revert to front-wheel drive for optimum fuel economy.
Read our Mazda CX-5 Expert Review or see 2025 Mazda CX-5 for sale near you
2025 Buick Envision
The Buick Envision is fresh off a revamp that endows it with stylish new looks. Like its siblings, the Envision is a near-luxury entry, and, in this case, it features room for five passengers, especially four adults, very comfortably. The Envision is built to be a comfortable ride with great technology, which aligns it with the rest of the Buick lineup.
Available in three trim levels — Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir — pricing starts at $37,895. It’s powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder putting out 228 horsepower, and all-wheel drive is standard. It has plenty of niceties, such as wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and a hands-free tailgate. A slew of advanced driver safety technology is available in the mid and upper trim levels.
Buick Envision Highlights
Avenir trim: The range-topping Envision Avenir is competitive with much more expensive luxury SUVs from more prestigious brands. A few of its features include an advanced adaptive suspension system, fancy leather seats, a premium audio system, and available massaging seats.
A little help: Part of the top-grade Avenir’s standard equipment, the Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist feature assesses possible parking spaces — parallel or perpendicular — and then maneuvers the Envision into them.
Safe ride: The Envision has earned a maximum “5-Star Overall Rating” from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and top scores of “Good” in the main crashworthiness categories of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
Read our Buick Envision Expert Review or see 2025 Buick Envision for sale near you
Similarities
The Mazda CX-5 and Buick Envision are spacious, comfortable vehicles with seating for five, plenty of technology, and standard all-wheel drive.
Conclusion
The Buick Envision is a nice place to be for a long trip. With comfortable seats and a quiet cabin, you’re sure to get where you’re going with minimal fuss and feeling good. If you want to keep some cash in your pocket and have a near-luxury experience, the CX-5 is arguably a better value.
New 2025 MAZDA CX-5 Prices
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Retail Price
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Fair Purchase Price (60025)
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$30,190 |
$28,810 |
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$31,520 |
$29,776 |
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$32,870 |
$31,956 |
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$34,220 |
$32,775 |
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$36,820 |
$35,612 |
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$38,620 |
$37,229 |
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$39,420 |
$37,957 |
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$42,220 |
$41,046 |
New 2025 Buick Envision Prices
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Retail Price
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Fair Purchase Price (60025)
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$37,895 |
$36,193 |
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$40,395 |
$38,165 |
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$47,595 |
$45,838 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for New 2025 MAZDA CX-5 vehicles and New 2025 Buick Envision vehicles in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) quoted includes the destination fee, but does not include tax, license, document fees, and options.
| 2025 Mazda CX-5 | 2025 Buick Envision | |
| Popular Powertrains | ||
| Engine | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 228 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 185 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic/AWD | 9-speed automatic/AWD |
| Fuel Economy | 26 city/31 highway/28 combined mpg | 22 city/29 highway/25 combined mpg |
| Also Available | 2.5-liter turbo | |
| Specs | ||
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 5 years/60,000 miles | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| NHTSA Overall Safety | 5-Star | N/R |
| Max Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 106.2 inches | 109.0 inches |
| Overall Length | 180.1 inches | 182.7 inches |
| Width | 72.6 inches | 74.1 inches |
| Height | 65.4 inches | 68.8 inches |
| Turning Diameter | 36.0 feet | 38.0 feet |
| Headroom, Front | 39.7 inches | 39.6 inches |
| Headroom, Rear | 39.0 inches | 38.9 inches |
| Legroom, Front | 41.0 inches | 40.4 inches |
| Legroom, Rear | 39.6 inches | 39.3 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Front | 57.1 inches | 56.7 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Rear | 54.8 inches | 55.9 inches |
| Cargo Volume | 30.0/59.3 cubic feet | 25.2/52.7 cubic feet |
