Mazda unveiled the first-ever Mazda CX-90 earlier this year, debuting a new flagship three-row crossover for the Japanese automaker. Offered as Mazda’s more-premium large utility vehicle, the Mazda CX-90 makes for a good rival to the Buick Enclave, and as such, we’re comparing the sizing for both models with the following GM Authority Dimensional Comparison.
To note, we’ll be taking a look at the exterior dimensions, interior dimensions, and cargo dimensions for both crossovers, placing all the important numbers side-by-side for easy reading.
Buick Enclave
Mazda CX-90
Exterior Dimensions
First things first, let’s look at the exterior dimensions for both models.
In terms of raw measurements, the 2023 Buick Enclave is physically larger than the 2024 Mazda CX-90, measuring in with an extra 4 inches of overall length and an extra 1.2 inches of overall height. Overall width is close to identical, with the Buick Enclave measured at 78.7 inches, and the Mazda CX-90 measured at 78.5 inches.
That said, the Mazda CX-90 also shows a longer wheelbase, with an extra 1.8 inches compared to the Buick Enclave, while the front and rear track are within a few tenths of an inch between the two models.
| Dimension | Buick Enclave | Mazda CX-90 | +/- Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (in.) | 121.0 | 122.8 | -1.8 |
| Overall Length (in.) | 204.8 | 200.8 | +4 |
| Overall Width (in.) | 78.7 | 78.5 | - |
| Overall Height (in.) | 69.9 | 68.7 | +1.2 |
| Front Track (in.) | 67.3 | 67.1 | +0.2 |
| Rear Track (in.) | 67.0 | 67.2 | -0.2 |
| Dimension | Buick Enclave | Mazda CX-90 | +/- Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3072 | 3119 | -47 |
| Overall Length (mm) | 5201 | 5100 | +101 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1999 | 1994 | - |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1775 | 1745 | +30 |
| Front Track (mm) | 1709 | 1704 | +5 |
| Rear Track (mm) | 1702 | 1707 | -5 |
Buick Enclave
Mazda CX-90
Interior Dimensions
Moving into the cabin, we find the Buick Enclave offers a good deal more cabin room than the Mazda CX-90 in nearly every measurement. The only area where the Buick Enclave falls short is in second-row legroom, where the Mazda CX-90 offers an extra 1.1 inches.
However, everywhere else, the Buick Enclave takes the win. The biggest size differences are realized in the third row, where the Buick offers an extra 3.1 inches of legroom, an extra 4 inches of shoulder room, and an extra 4.8 inches of hip room. Second-row shoulder room is also quite a bit higher in the Enclave, with an extra 3.5 inches compared to the Mazda.
| Dimension | Buick Enclave | Mazda CX-90 | +/- Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Row Headroom (in.) | 41.2 | 39.2 | +2 |
| First Row Legroom (in.) | 44.7 | 41.7 | +3 |
| First Row Shoulder Room (in.) | 62.2 | 59.2 | +3 |
| First Row Hip Room (in.) | 59.0 | 56.2 | +2.8 |
| Second Row Headroom (in.) | 39.0 | 38.4 | +0.6 |
| Second Row Legroom (in.) | 38.3 | 39.4 | -1.1 |
| Second Row Shoulder Room (in.) | 61.6 | 58.1 | +3.5 |
| Second Row Hip Room (in.) | 57.7 | 55.5 | +2.2 |
| Third Row Headroom (in.) | 37.6 | 36.8 | +0.8 |
| Third Row Legroom (in.) | 33.5 | 30.4 | +3.1 |
| Third Row Shoulder Room (in.) | 57.3 | 53.3 | +4 |
| Third Row Hip Room (in.) | 48.5 | 43.7 | +4.8 |
| Dimension | Buick Enclave | Mazda CX-90 | +/- Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Row Headroom (mm) | 1047 | 996 | +51 |
| First Row Legroom (mm) | 1136 | 1001 | +135 |
| First Row Shoulder Room (mm) | 1581 | 1504 | +77 |
| First Row Hip Room (mm) | 1500 | 1427 | +73 |
| Second Row Headroom (mm) | 990 | 975 | +15 |
| Second Row Legroom (mm) | 973 | 1001 | -28 |
| Second Row Shoulder Room (mm) | 1566 | 1476 | +90 |
| Second Row Hip Room (mm) | 1465 | 1410 | +55 |
| Third Row Headroom (mm) | 956 | 935 | +21 |
| Third Row Legroom (mm) | 851 | 772 | +79 |
| Third Row Shoulder Room (mm) | 1455 | 1354 | +101 |
| Third Row Hip Room (mm) | 1233 | 1110 | +123 |
Buick Enclave
Mazda CX-90
Cargo Dimensions
Finally we have cargo dimensions, and once again, the Buick Enclave simply offers more. Cargo volume behind the third row is up 8.7 cubic feet, cargo room behind the second row is up 17.7 cubic feet, and cargo room behind the first row is up 23.2 cubic feet.
| Dimension | Buick Enclave | Mazda CX-90 | +/- Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Volume Behind First Row (cu. ft.) | 97.4 | 74.2 | +23.2 |
| Cargo Volume Behind Second Row (cu. ft.) | 57.7 | 40.0 | +17.7 |
| Cargo Volume Behind Third Row (cu. ft.) | 23.6 | 14.9 | +8.7 |
| Dimension | Buick Enclave | Mazda CX-90 | +/- Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Volume Behind First Row (liters) | 2758 | 2130 | +628 |
| Cargo Volume Behind Second Row (liters) | 1634 | 1155 | +479 |
| Cargo Volume Behind Third Row (liters) | 668 | 451 | +217 |
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Comments
While I love a well styled vehicle, I dislike it , when it impedes vehicle intended purpose. Styling vehicles is mostly a lost art on today’s units, but style them without out affecting their purpose in their given class. Furthermore, no true body on frame truck. Should have a cabin that looks like it was designed for a CUV!
Hopefully offering the 2.7 in the next gen will help.
We own a 2022 Enclave it is an extremely comfortable ride and handles nicely with room to spare.
True form and function.
I Love the Buick Enclave My favorite car on the road! Wish I could afford one lol!
I’d have to sit in and get a feel of both of theses but, just from pictures the mazda interior looks better. Which is the only win for mazda on this comparison.
The Enclave is heads and tails better than the CX90 in design, functionality and cache. Mazda will have an advantage with performance and handling which customers in this class of vehicle hardly care for but want a complete package by the end of the day.