2025 Mazda CX-50 vs 2026 Buick Envision

$30,500 · Crossover

$41,000 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between a stylish, efficient crossover and a more premium, powerful alternative often boils down to budget versus perceived luxury. The 2025 Mazda CX-50 starts impressively at $30,500, significantly undercutting the 2026 Buick Envision's $41,000 MSRP by over ten thousand dollars. This price difference immediately favors the CX-50 for budget-conscious buyers. Performance-wise, the Envision offers a noticeable edge with 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque compared to the CX-50's 187 hp and 185 lb-ft. However, this power comes at a fuel economy cost; the CX-50 achieves 28 MPG combined on regular unleaded, while the Envision manages only 24 MPG combined, which also requires premium fuel. Furthermore, the CX-50 offers more utility with 31.4 cu ft of cargo space versus the Envision's 25.2 cu ft, making the Mazda a very practical proposition.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mazda CX-50

The Mazda CX-50 wins for commuters due to its superior combined fuel economy of 28 MPG versus the Envision's 24 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mazda CX-50

Families will benefit from the CX-50's larger 31.4 cu ft cargo capacity compared to the Envision's 25.2 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Buick Envision

Enthusiasts will prefer the Buick Envision because it delivers 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, significantly more than the CX-50's 187 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mazda CX-50

The Mazda CX-50 provides significantly better value by being $10,500 cheaper while maintaining all-wheel drive standard.

Choose the Mazda CX-50 if...

You prioritize saving money upfront, as the CX-50 starts at $30,500, a $10,500 saving over Car 2.
You want the most efficiency for your daily driving, netting 28 MPG combined using regular unleaded gas.
You need maximum space, as the CX-50 offers 31.4 cu ft of cargo capacity, which is over 6 cu ft more than the Envision.

Choose the Buick Envision if...

You want stronger acceleration and responsiveness thanks to the Envision's 228 hp engine.
You prefer a smoother ride quality that a 9-speed automatic transmission (versus Car 1's 6-speed) often provides.
You value higher torque output (258 lb-ft) for merging or towing situations, despite using premium fuel.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mazda CX-50	Buick Envision
Length	185.8"	182.7"
Width	75.6"	74.1"
Height	63.5"	64.6"
Wheelbase	110.8"	109.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	187 hp @ 6000 rpm	228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	185 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Transmission Type	6-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	25/31 MPG	22/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	28 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	397.5/492.9 mi.	354.2/450.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.9 gal.	16.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Infotainment Display	10.3 in	30.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	9
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bose
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Mazda	Buick
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Front Head Room	39.1 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	40.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	56.7 in.
Front Hip Room	53.6 in.	55.1 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	6-way
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Rear Head Room	38.6 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.8 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	53.6 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	52.1 in.	47.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	17 x 7.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P225/65R17	P235/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Front Suspension Type	Independent	—
Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	—	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Mazda	Buick
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mazda CX-50 and 2026 Buick Envision.

Is the 2026 Buick Envision's higher horsepower worth the higher price?

The Envision produces 228 hp versus the CX-50's 187 hp, offering noticeably better performance. However, you must weigh this against the $10,500 price increase and the required use of premium fuel.

Which vehicle is better for long highway commutes?

The 2025 Mazda CX-50 is the clear winner for highway efficiency, achieving 31 MPG on the highway compared to the Envision's 28 MPG, which saves money over long distances.

Does the difference in size affect practicality significantly?

Yes, the Mazda CX-50 is physically larger in length and offers substantially more utility with 31.4 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Envision’s 25.2 cu ft.

What is the fuel requirement difference between the two crossovers?

The CX-50 runs happily on regular unleaded gasoline, while the more powerful Envision recommends premium unleaded, adding to its long-term operating costs.

How much more torque does the Buick Envision offer?

The Envision has 258 lb-ft of torque, a significant increase over the CX-50's 185 lb-ft, which you'll feel most when climbing hills or passing slower vehicles.

Are both vehicles equipped with AWD?

Both the 2025 Mazda CX-50 and the 2026 Buick Envision come standard with an All-Wheel Drive system, ensuring capability in mixed weather conditions for both models.