2026 Buick Envista vs 2026 MAZDA CX-30 in Downers Grove, IL
If you’re on the hunt for a subcompact SUV with both style and efficiency, then the 2026 Buick Envista is sure to spark your interest. Find out how it compares to the 2026 Mazda CX-30 in this overview prepared by us at Bill Kay Buick GMC.
Performance
First and foremost, the performance capabilities of the Buick Envista are likely to make you look forward to every Downers Grove adventure. Under the hood of this SUV is a standard 1.2L turbocharged 3-cylinder engine, which produces 137 horsepower and 162 lb.-ft. of torque. While the Mazda CX-30 is able to generate 186 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft. of torque with its standard 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, it is less efficient than the Buick. The Mazda model has a 24/31/27 MPG city/hwy/combined1 rating, while the Envista has a 28/32/30 MPG city/hwy/combined2 score. Clearly, the latter is the option that will get you to and from Chicago more easily. The Buick vehicle even has a 13.2-gallon fuel tank that outdoes the 12.7-gallon capacity of the Mazda car.
Interior
One area where these two cars differ drastically is inside their cabins. The 2026 Buick Envista is classified as a luxury vehicle, so expect to find accommodations like rear air vents to keep your passengers comfortable. While they are standard in this model, you’ll have to upgrade to a higher trim of the Mazda CX-30 to obtain them. Furthermore, the Buick vehicle has available all-weather floor liners to protect the carpets from dirt and water, but you won’t find this feature in the Mazda. Since the Envista has a standard race-inspired flat-bottomed steering wheel, driving to The Morton Arboretum is going to be a thrilling experience. There is no such option in the Mazda CX-30, unfortunately. Both have available heated steering wheels, however, making winter travel more comfortable.
Style
We can’t wrap up this overview without first comparing the exterior designs of these two SUVs. The 2026 Buick Envista starts off strong with its standard 17-inch Bright Silver-painted aluminum wheels, while the Mazda CX-30’s standard 16-inch components fall short. The Envista also has available active grille shutters to enhance fuel efficiency. This is a feature that isn’t available in the Mazda SUV. You will have an aesthetically pleasing look when you choose the Buick Envista, as it comes with a deep-tinted acoustic windshield and deep-tinted glass. The only comparable feature the Mazda CX-30 has is standard rear privacy glass. Come to our nearby location to try out the available rain-sensing windshield wipers on the Envista!
