2023 Buick Envision vs. 2023 Mazda CX-9 Review

Picture of the 2023 Buick Envision

2023 Buick
Envision

MSRP*: $33,400 to $47,460
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Picture of the 2023 Mazda CX-9

2023 Mazda
CX-9

MSRP*: $38,750 to $48,460
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 52.7 ft3 71.2 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.5 in 199.4 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 77.5 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Buick Envision offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-9, with comparable head- and legroom. The Mazda CX-9 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Buick Envision, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Buick Envision as you will with the Mazda CX-9, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Buick Envision will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda CX-9.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Envision is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-9, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Buick Envision, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-9.

Handling
The Buick Envision has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-9, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Buick Envision and the Mazda CX-9.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Buick Envision does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-9.

Utility
The Buick Envision has less seating than the Mazda CX-9, making the Mazda CX-9 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Buick Envision has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-9.