Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Buick Enclave | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 106.3 in | 12.6 in |
Length | 201.8 in | 175.6 in | 26.2 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 70.7 in | 8.3 in |
Height | 72.2 in | 57.3 in | 14.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4780 lb. | 2999 lb. | 1781 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 8.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.6 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 57.2 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 55.5 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.6 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 54.4 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 53.5 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 35.8 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.4 in | 0.0 in | 57.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 33.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.9 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 67.5 ft3 | 20.2 | 47.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.2 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 69.1 ft3 |
2011 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review |
2011 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 0 | The headrests on the two front seats are a NIGHTMARE! I had to recline my driver's seat slightly because the headrest pushes my head and neck so far forward, it was causing me to have pain and spasms in my neck and shoulders! I don't know who signed of on this design, but they were clearly asleep that day! I've heard this issue has been addressed in newer models and (I think) there is a newer option for which you can swap out these awful headrests. I may look into that... see full Buick Enclave review |
2015 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.