Acura MDX AWD vs Buick Encore GX AWD

Side-by-side comparison

Choosing between Acura MDX AWD and Buick Encore GX AWD depends on your specific needs and priorities. Overall, Buick Encore GX AWD leads in 3 out of 3 comparable metrics, while Acura MDX AWD has the edge in 0.

When it comes to combined mpg, Acura MDX AWD offers 21 MPG compared to Buick Encore GX AWD's 27 MPG. When it comes to engine, Acura MDX AWD offers 3.5L 6-Cylinder compared to Buick Encore GX AWD's 1.3L 3-Cylinder. When it comes to transmission, Acura MDX AWD offers Automatic 10-Speed compared to Buick Encore GX AWD's Automatic 9-spd.

Below is a detailed side-by-side breakdown to help you make an informed decision between these two cars.

Combined MPG
Acura MDX AWD
21 MPG
Buick Encore GX AWD
27 MPG
Engine
Acura MDX AWD
3.5L 6-Cylinder
Buick Encore GX AWD
1.3L 3-Cylinder
Transmission
Acura MDX AWD
Automatic 10-Speed
Buick Encore GX AWD
Automatic 9-spd
Fuel Type
Acura MDX AWD
Premium Gasoline
Buick Encore GX AWD
Regular Gasoline
Drive
Acura MDX AWD
All-Wheel Drive
Buick Encore GX AWD
All-Wheel Drive
CO₂ (g/mi)
Acura MDX AWD
423
Buick Encore GX AWD
333
Annual Fuel Cost
Acura MDX AWD
$2,750
Buick Encore GX AWD
$1,600

Acura MDX AWD

The 2024 Acura MDX AWD is a small sport utility vehicle 4wd powered by a 3.5L 6-Cylinder engine with Automatic 10-Speed transmission. It achieves 21 MPG combined (19 city / 25 highway) on premium...

Buick Encore GX AWD

The 2024 Buick Encore GX AWD is a small sport utility vehicle 4wd powered by a 1.3L 3-Cylinder engine with Automatic 9-spd transmission. It achieves 27 MPG combined (26 city / 28 highway) on regular...

Comparison Summary

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Engine
3.5L 6-Cylinder vs 1.3L 3-Cylinder
Transmission
Automatic 10-Speed vs Automatic 9-spd
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline vs Regular Gasoline
Vehicle Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD vs Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Drive
All-Wheel Drive vs All-Wheel Drive
Co2
423 vs 333
Annual Fuel Cost
2750 vs 1600

Frequently Asked Questions

Which gets better gas mileage, Acura MDX AWD or Buick Encore GX AWD?

The Buick Encore GX AWD gets better fuel economy. The Acura MDX AWD gets 21 MPG combined while the Buick Encore GX AWD gets 27 MPG combined.

What engines do the Acura MDX AWD and Buick Encore GX AWD have?

The Acura MDX AWD has a 3.5L 6-Cylinder engine while the Buick Encore GX AWD has a 1.3L 3-Cylinder engine.

Are the Acura MDX AWD and Buick Encore GX AWD in the same vehicle class?

Yes. The Acura MDX AWD is a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD and the Buick Encore GX AWD is a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.