Mazda CX-9 vs Infiniti QX60 vs Buick Enclave | TestDrive Showdown

The premium crossover SUV segment is quite competitive, especially with new entries and recent updates to popular models. We took 3 vehicles to see how these popular models compete, and which you should buy if you're looking to haul 7 people comfortably.
Special thanks to Park Avenue Infiniti & Groupe Park Avenue for helping us with footage for the Infiniti QX60. Find out more about Park Avenue Infiniti in Brossard, QC here: groupeparkavenue.com/en/infin...
We knew we wanted to film a Showdown on premium mid-size crossover SUVs after driving the Infiniti QX60 back in November, and continued with the Mazda CX-9 Signature and Buick Enclave Avenir in January, so we made it happen. This is the first episode of TestDrive Showdown featuring 3 vehicles, and also the first episode where all the competitors are the same model year.
We took the 2018 Mazda CX-9 Signature at $53,100.00, the 2018 Infiniti QX60 Premium at $53, 645.00, and the 2018 Buick Enclave Avenir at $65,070.00 to see how each performs on the road, as a family hauler, and what gives you the best bang for your buck. This episode of TestDrive Showdown covers as much about each vehicle as possible, but we strongly suggest watching each Spotlight episode prior to the Showdown for all the information about each vehicle.
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[@mathieulouis-seize4863]

I really enjoyed this review. I just went from a $91,000 2018 Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription to a $58,000 2019 Mazda CX-9 GT last month and I can honestly say I like the CX-9 just as much. Other than not having the brand recognition it feels just as good as the vehicle I was driving a month ago which cost $33,000 more. I'm loving this ride and both my eyes, wallet, ego and the driver in me are very happy with the switch. BTW the 2019 CX-9 GT and Signature both now have 360 view camera and ventilated seats. ;-)

[@PRNTestDrive]

That they do! We published an episode of TestDrive Spotlight on the 2019 CX-9 a few months ago highlighting all the changes and enhancements they’ve made to the car for this model year. The other two in this Showdown didn’t see any real change for 2019, so Mazda’s value only got bette than it already did in this episode.

[@adeyzas]

After having test drive all....CX9 seems quieter and more comfort than XC90 even the price different is big...

[@danvasse8075]

We own a CX5 and two CX9's and they are responsive and silky smooth. Mazdas are among the best of the best.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We agree! Haven't driven a modern Mazda we haven't loved.

[@adeyzas]

Wow..you owned 3 Mazda cars.. for separate people or all yours?

[@bigbawsz2054]

Bought a cx9 signature. No regrets, I’ve compared to multiple suvs bmw, Mercedes, Porsche. Mazda won us over and not to forget it tears it up in the snow no matter the depth.

[@ivostefanoghersi1783]

jonathan techaira Hi. I am looking forward to buying a Mazda Cx-9. My powerful concern it's about how well handles the deep and really bad snow conditions?

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it! We loved the drive of the CX-9 and think it got so many things right. We're publishing our episode on the Mazda6 Signature tomorrow morning, we think a lot of those features and design elements will make it's way over to the CX-9.

[@bigbawsz2054]

ivo stefano ghersi in the snow w the cx9 I was worried at first but as soon as I pulled in to some deep snow AWD kicks in it powered through it no problem. I was going into the same places as jeeps and lifted trucks out in Tahoe in the big storm they had. Enjoy your new cx9

[@saliston]

I have a 2011 CX9 and shes fantastic in the snow. Even better then my outback that i had previous. I also have not had any mechanical or other issues. Just needed to do the breaks and new tires. I have over 100k miles on her and shes still running perfect.

[@hs0022]

I have the 2016 CX-9, the first year of the second generation where they changed the model look that is still running in the 2019 model. It’s the best car I have owned and drives great on the snow! Mine is the AWD Touring with fog lights and heated front seating for driver and passenger.

[@ivanlowjones]

How have I never discovered this channel until 30 minutes ago? Great content and presentation. I've really learned to appreciate a Canadian perspective despite the whole liters per 100 kilometers vs miles per gallon differences. Millimeters and centimeters are head scratchers as well...lol.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We certainly appreciate that, thanks! We're hoping to continue to grow the channel, it's been a slow process but we're determined to grow the audience.

[@hxvideo]

As a young parent we just got an enclave avenir 2021, it’s so relatable and comfortable, very premium feeling love it

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it, enjoy it!

[@annad7479]

I would say CX9 ...

[@PRNTestDrive]

Now that the 2019 CX-9 adds extra features it's really hard not to pick it!

[@anirbanc56]

CX-9 Signature for sure.

[@qawithshane8376]

Mazda hands down!

[@PRNTestDrive]

The CX-9 definitely stood out in this comparison, how that the 2019 has extra features and updates it'll be hard not to go with it even more.

[@MeetTheGays]

Great video! I'm newly subscribed. You also possibly helped my next vehicle choice. I currently drive a 2013 acura mdx and looking to get something a little newer, acura has been great! I baught it slightly used in 2014 and love it. But something about the look of Mazda really caught my interest. If it drives as good as it looks it will be my next SUV.

[@PRNTestDrive]

That's great, and thanks for subscribing! We appreciate it! We really loved the CX-9, it has a lot going for it and is seriously affordable if you don't need that premium badge on it. If you're looking to go all-out with the Signature trim, we'd probably recommend waiting until the 2019 model, if ventilated seats and a 360º camera are important for you. We expect to see those make their way considering the 2018 Mazda6 Signature will have those features.

[@pillrollerdeluxe]

Hopefully they add remote start!

[@TheHelghast1138]

Mazda and Buick are absolutely fantastic...the Infinity was surprisingly disappointing... Excellent video!!!!

[@PRNTestDrive]

We’re picking up the Infiniti Q50 Red Sport tomorrow, we’re really hoping it shines. It’s a segment/market Nissan needs to take seriously.

[@dmanindfw]

What most fail to realize about the CX-9 and its turbo 4 is that it generates 310 ft lbs of torque starting at 2000 RPMs. This is important because low end torque is what really matters in these heavy vehicles to get them moving. How often do you really rev your 3 row SUV to 5000 or 6000 RPMs where you would see the advantages of the other 2 in this test? Rarely I think. I drove a 2019 cx9 the other day and was pleasantly surprised how well it accelerates...this engine is tuned very well for this SUV.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Great point! Now that Mazda is offering this engine in the CX-5 we’ve had some comments from viewers saying they need to offer more on the CX-9 now. Overall we found it had plenty of power for what most people need, and that low-end torque as you mention is key!

[@eleanormassaro5195]

Derek M you are right on the money. I got to rent an AWD GT CX9 for a week while on vacation and I was surprised how punchy the Turbo 4 was! And while sitting at a stop light, the car was unbelievably quiet! My family was also impressed with the Mazda!😁👍🏻

[@dominique4359]

They forget we choose the CX9 because it's great price for value is what's keeping it in the game and its design is miles ahead of top SUV's, it's reliable and great gas we love you Mazda keep doing your thing. A Mazda buyer goes by the beat of our own drum!!!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Mazda has been killing it recently with their vehicles, each model year brings small changes to help continue making their products top-choices for buyers. We're eager to see what the 2020 CX-9 will bring.

[@dominique4359]

@@PRNTestDrive I agree. Well said.

[@Tonyx.yt.]

my favourite is the cx 9, but the less powerful (but more torquey) does fell noticeable less quicker than buick? also 51k cad is a very good price, for the same price in europe you can get a top trim 2wd 150hp cx5 or 4wd base trim

[@PRNTestDrive]

That's pretty expensive over there! The CX-9 didn't feel that much slower, but it would have been good if we could have driven them all side by side to see what the actual performance would have been for each. We're hoping as we grow we can work on ways to film more vehicles at once.

[@pillrollerdeluxe]

Zero to 60 times weren't talked about but the Mazda runs at 7 seconds. The other two are about the same.

[@vnp4110]

How does CX-9 fares against Acura MDX when it comes to handling and ride quality? My all time favorite when it comes to drive quality is Impala. Which one can give me similar driving experience? I am open to other midsize SUVs options too.

[@PRNTestDrive]

It's something we're hoping to find out! We sent a request to Honda to feature the MDX, we anticipate to hear back soon with some dates that we can book it.

[@MrMazda-ih8cw]

This latest crop of Mazda SUVs are really competing well with competition higher up the chain. The CX-5 I think is the best of that segment right now

[@PRNTestDrive]

We definitely agree. We're hoping to be able to feature more Showdown episodes like this on new vehicles, our CX-5 vs. BMW X3 video has been incredibly popular, and we're hoping to find other pairings like this one that will be successful.

[@maheshsajnani1830]

Mr.

[@peteg4328]

My wife and I shopped for 3 row midsized SUV recently, we checked out from CX9, Enclave, Pilot, Highlander & Traverse. We were close at getting Enclave but in the end, for value and money purpose and the deals available, we bought CX9. Yet again I find myself agreed to your review. You are spot on on Enclave and CX9, never checked out QX60 so cant comment on it.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it! We think the CX-9 has a lot going for it, especially if you want a more premium experience at the Signature trim. We're really excited to see what Mazda has in store for the CX-9 moving forward, the competition is getting fierce.

[@jimmbobb]

The Enclave seems like a great car. I think if it were priced more competitively...

[@peteg4328]

James Raymond I agree. Enclave is really nice, the most comfortable one with most amount of space, but the price is just a bit too high for a Buick badge. I do find it strange how the 3rd row middle seat has no head support. Just weird.

[@Dulitzlives]

EXCELLENT REVIEW!!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad you liked it!

[@mooauto2388]

CX-9 all day best looking suv so far

[@PRNTestDrive]

The update that it just got makes it even better!

[@TheHelghast1138]

Excellent Review!!! :)

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad you liked it, thanks!

[@breathnow360]

Very helpful review. Looking for a Mid sized SUV and Mazda CX-9 caught my eye to get luxury at and a smooth ride at this price point.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad you found it helpful! We know these three aren't necessarily the most popular mid-size crossovers on the market, but they each have something unique to offer. The CX-9 is a real gem though, offering a lot of that premium feel for consumer money.

[@juanp9178]

The seats on Infiniti is so comfortable I took a four hour drive and didn’t even feel tired. Nice suv!

[@PRNTestDrive]

We took it on a road trip also, worked out well enough.

[@805NAVE]

Hopefully you guys will get to review the 2018 Lexus RX 350 L and Acura MDX this year. Would love to see those. I’d like to see even more the Lexus NX300 F sport, Acura RDX, and Infiniti QX40.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We're working hard to make this happen! Toyota/Lexus is essentially the only manufacturer we haven't been authorized for their press fleet at this time. We're on a trial basis with Nissan and Honda, so we hope to start getting more of their vehicles later into spring. We'll definitely do what we can to feature these!

[@lucashuang10]

Infiniti Qx40??? Lol

[@anthonystephens6904]

Check the new Qx50?

[@swanblake]

DIAMLER Acura MDX is my choice in this category

[@adeyzas]

Definitely RX350L is the most comfort and best handling. Quieter too. But pricy

[@rigobeltran60]

I have the 2017 qx60 and i like it a lot, am getting 19 mpg in city in standart mode...

[@PRNTestDrive]

Not bad! We do see a lot of QX60s on the road.

[@LuisLopez-mt8nz]

Hi I have a cuestión did you know why the Infiniti qx60 Fwd have the button for snow and sport that mean is awd just on the snow??

[@PRNTestDrive]

Chances are if it's a FWD only model, the sport and snow modes will adjust how the traction control system works.

[@abdirisaqabdi4040]

I have Mazda CX-9 2020 very responsive loving it.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it! We drove the 2020 at the start of the year, Mazda is one of the few manufacturers that improves their vehicles with every model year. It’s one of our favourites!

[@lauriegrist7700]

Good review! Go by what suites you and what it is You want!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad you liked it, thanks!

[@crypticcrypto7689]

I'm looking at a 2017 CX-9 vs 2016 QX60 in Dubai, both top specs, under 70000 kms, out of warranty. Price-wise CX-9 is equivalent 24K USD and QX-60 is 25.5 USD. Which one is a better buy today - especially is terms of reliability, driving dynamics, resale value?

[@PRNTestDrive]

Personally I'd go with the CX-9 over the Infiniti in any situation.

[@saliston]

It would be nice to know which one of the three is more reliable.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Reliability info should be easily accessible for the CX-9 and QX60 since both have been on the market for a little while. I haven't heard of any complaints from CX-9 owners online, but that doesn't mean it's bulletproof.

[@chasedowning5947]

Wonderful videos. Keep them coming! The CX-9 presents a tremendous value for your dollar with it being right there with the Buick. Curious your thoughts how the CX-9 stacks up with comfort/ride quality with the refreshed Lincoln offerings?

[@PRNTestDrive]

Mazda improved the ride and drive for the CX-9 for 2019, so I can only imagine how it stacks up with something like the Nautilus. Ford hasn’t offered it on their press fleet yet, but we’ll see if it’s something we can book in the spring!

[@adeyzas]

CX9 even better than XC90... Already experienced it..

[@ceedoubleyou]

wow, so much snow!!!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Just wait, we're going to be filming a lot during the winter and we're expecting more snow than last year.

[@robvilletto3146]

Mazda is the best!

[@PRNTestDrive]

We think they've got a lot going for them right now, and if they continue improving they'll do even better.

[@accutron-man3006]

If you drove the Buick you would agree it's the best!

[@salamaltameemi4231]

I have a 2014 qx60 it’s a great and fun to drive car is very smooth and Infiniti extended the transmission warranty till 94000 miles or 2020 and they replaced the transmission at 65000 miles car is like a new now very comfortable so much features nice looking i had a BMW X5 and i like the Infiniti

[@PRNTestDrive]

What was the issue with the transmission you had that needed a replacement at 65,000mi?

[@saliston]

A tranny replacement at 65k? Yikes. I have a 2011 CX9 not one issue. I have over 103k miles and all i have had to do is new breaks and tires.

[@salamaltameemi4231]

The old owner replaced it due to recall issue

[@salamaltameemi4231]

saliston I had 2012 mazda cx9 engine replaced at 29k miles and had many problems

[@wbwayne8887]

@@salamaltameemi4231 That was back when Mazda was part of Ford, since seperating, Mazda has done much better for themselves and for consumers. The product quality now is far superior also. If you look closely, especially under your hood, you will find many Ford labels on parts. My 2009 Mazda 6 has a Ford oil dipstick for example. Fortunately for me my Mazda 6 has been very reliable. Just hit 70K miles.

[@guysteenburgh5535]

style wise the Enclave looks better than the other two for a cross over and the interior looks better and is quieter on the road you pay for what you get .

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Enclave does have a good look to it, no doubt.

[@davidk4682]

Cx-9 is nice. What’s your opinion on the SH-AWD Acura MDX? Thanks for a great job.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We featured the 2020 MDX a couple months back, but we didn't have any inclement weather to be able to test out the AWD system fully. Personally I'd still take the CX-9 over the Acura.

[@davidk4682]

@@PRNTestDrive Agreed 100%.

[@jamesalexander3530]

For what it's worth, I drive a 2012 Cx9 gt awd. now 165,000 miles. Mog was averaging 12mpg four years past upon purchase. Now only 10mpg despite full tune ups, new fuel injectors, etc. The , or remains powerful though. The ride is very rough and noisy. I've sunk over 5 thou in two years on repairs mostly suspension and power motors burned out and broken rods. Would I buy ano cx9? ,Maybe a new model if it drives much smoother with improved mpg,

[@PRNTestDrive]

The older ones seem hit or miss, Mazda has definitely improved their vehicles since 2012.

[@johnnytampocao7671]

Mazda looks better than the other two in every way except probably the power. With that interior, price point and equipments available in this signature trim, i have no other choice but the CX9.

[@PRNTestDrive]

That's what we found also. Any of these premium SUVs at their base model are quite poorly equipped, you're paying for nothing more than the brand. With the Infiniti it's identical inside and out to the Pathfinder, so we find it's a 100% brand purchase, whereas the Buick at least differs substantially from the Chevrolet Traverse.

[@Elusive25]

Johnny Tampocao they skimp on power

[@jessicaoliver8990]

Mazda hands down!

[@djTorchLive]

Is Mazda still using the same flaky transmission they used in their 2007-2015 models?

[@seff5677]

the Infiniti QX60 infotainment and nav area with all the buttons everywhere reminds me a palm treo lol

[@PRNTestDrive]

Its very busy in there, that's for sure! Lots going on. Being the oldest of the three featured we really feel it needs a complete update.

[@giovanyb.tijerino4008]

I still own one hehehe

[@chewchew74]

Someone has to really love the Buick for $60k.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We're starting to see some more of these on the roads, especially the Avenir trim.

[@mybro727]

chewchew74 they’re also reliable. People feel comfortable paying that amount of money when you’re getting all that the Buick offers. It’s good looks aren’t the only thing that will last.

[@jayjay53313]

@@mybro727 absolutely true, Chinese in China love the Buick and they are in fact reliable & durable. I'll take the Buick Enclave over BMW X5 for its nice original design, large spacious practical interior ideal for taking family for ride and smooth sailing engine+transmission (not powerful but refine). Americans don't love the Buick nowadays still thinking they had cheap quality materials like back then. CX9 is good but it wasted the rear last row seat for cargo at the back. By right, it should utilize all available 3rd row for the seats pushed max to the back sacrificing bootspace for passenger's comfort.

[@steves1007]

I have the Buick , a 2021 and absolutely love it.

[@SirT80]

My mom has an older 2012 Enclave and it’s holding up very well. Definitely lacking all the current safety tech features and a touch screen, but any time I have an opportunity to borrow it to haul big items, it still drives nice.

[@vonq9831]

I would Buy the Buick Enclave ...Just a Great Build Vehicle....I'm a GM Supporter ... I have a 2007 STS..Wow ..! What a Car Correction..What a CadillaC .... !

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Enclave made our Best of 2018 list!

[@romeotrinh6415]

If Mazda just increased the sizes and horsepower in their all models they will be on top of the world right now! Those are 2 things they was lacking that’s why other car companies can still competing with them.

[@PRNTestDrive]

They might, considering both the CX-5 and Mazda3 have more power, along with the 2018 Mazda6, there's a good chance that their new SkyActiv-X engines might be able to stuff more ponies in.

[@unclewangsgarden8302]

I can't believe the new Enclave doesn't have the ambient light. My 2014 Enclave is equipped with a beautiful light green ambient light, which I enjoy a lot driving at night.

[@PRNTestDrive]

It is strange, a lot of manufacturers are adding ambient interior lighting and it really improves the interior feel of the vehicle. I believe the QX60 has a dealer-installed ambient light package, and the Mazda's is very small around the centre console. So far the best one we've used was on the 2017 BMW 750Li xDrive, even in daytime the light looked nice. We're hoping to get the chance to have that vehicle for a longer period of time to try out the lighting at night.

[@unclewangsgarden8302]

Looks like the 2018 Enclave is equipped with ambient light. Instead of green, it's been changed to moon white. www.tothakron.com/2018-buick-enclave-akron-oh It makes no sense to remove such a great feature on the new generation. The ambient light on my 2014 Enclave runs all the way across the front doors and the whole center console including the passenger side, longest ambient light I have ever seen.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Interesting! We only noticed the lighting in the storage bin under the centre console, we did do quite a bit of night-time driving, so either we missed it, it was disabled somehow, or it isn't offered in Canada.

[@davidcarman4733]

I wonder if the Enclave is still plagued with significant transmission issues.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Compared to the previous generation? This uses a new transmission jointly developed between Ford and GM, so far it seems to be pretty solid.

[@knowyuhgrow420]

@@PRNTestDrive still garbage and they selling for half price now and alot of problems

[@robertduklus6555]

Buick, but the Avenir trim pricing is insane, lower trims still nice but the gauge cluster is too outdated on those. I find cx9 quite nice but front seats are a bit claustrophobic

[@PRNTestDrive]

I was pleasantly surprised by the Buick, but it’s true the pricing is up there. Maybe they’ll look at that now that they’ve killed off all their sedans and will just be focusing on crossovers.

[@justinfontaine5539]

How does Buick put out a full luxury premium vehicle and omit fog lamps? Detroit still misses the basics sometimes.

[@PRNTestDrive]

I think a lot of manufacturers feel that LED headlights are good enough, at least Buick didn't do what GMC did on their Denali line and put halogen fog lamps with their xenon headlights.

[@eleanormassaro5195]

Justin Fontaine I don’t think rain-sensing wipers come on any package of the Buick either😕

[@jimmbobb]

Nice video. They're all great! I'll take one of each please. Seriously though the CX-9 is definitely the best value. The Infiniti is pretty. And if money were no object I'd take the lovely but overpriced Enclave.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Well said! We think each crossover has something for everyone, so there's really no wrong answer when picking between them.

[@silentrefusal9911]

No mention of the extremely annoying undefeatable auto off feature in Buick Enclave in start/stop?

[@PRNTestDrive]

We mentioned it in the episode of TestDrive Spotlight on this car. It's something we also mentioned with the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze we did. So far the only GM product we've driven with an override is the Cadillac CT6.

[@ncrdisabled]

I bought my wife a cx-9 gt model with all the options. It is a 2018 and got it in nov and so far the one thing that bothered us was it does not have a cd player.I does have led fog lights that I did not here you said in your review

[@PRNTestDrive]

We’ve heard that same complaint from some other CX-9 owners, only a few of the vehicles we’ve reviewed this year have CD players still, mostly on the compact sedans. As for LED fog lights, we might not have mentioned it in this Showdown, but we definitely did in our episode of TestDrive Spotlight focusing on the CX-9. Cheers!

[@kueromacho]

The cvt on the infiniti is the real deal breaker. I wish that infiniti could has the 7 speeds transmission used in the qx70. Samething with the maxima too.

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Japanese auto makers really like those CVTs, not sure why.

[@normt5463]

Enclave is the largest crossover and noticeably bigger than thr CX-9.

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Enclave is certainly the biggest. I believe we mentioned in our Spotlight episode on it that the exterior dimensions got larger despite it dropping down from the full-size segment. We're not quite sure how that works to be honest.

[@danvasse8075]

So is a school bus!!

[@Dulitzlives]

Buick 2022 Enclave Avenir is just beautiful!! Getting that w/Tech package.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Congrats!

[@kirstenerinbusa6358]

When im comes to safety Buick is the best!!We have buick Enclave. We got into accident bumped with acura mdx suv. It was damaged due to deep dents. But buick just a scratch on its paints. No dents at all!!

[@PRNTestDrive]

We're glad to hear that everyone was ok and the damage was relatively minor!

[@dsotojc4645]

That’s because Mazda is made with shoppsticks not tools 😂

[@shemekalg]

@@dsotojc4645 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@KingKeston1]

The CX9 is the best one to me.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We really loved the CX-9, it has a lot going for it at a fantastic price. There's quite a bit you get with it that other vehicles don't offer, like that heads-up display.

[@normt5463]

Not why no heads up display when thr Envision offers it. We like thr HUD in Envision and 2017 Acadia Limited (Denali).

[@johnnytampocao7671]

King Keston yeah, it looks more premium than the other two and the exterior design is so appealing to me....

[@amritpalapkalsi1226]

CX 9 for the win!!

[@PRNTestDrive]

We really loved the CX-9, it's the best value out of the three, and still our top pick for non-premium mid-size crossovers.

[@user-jq4cp5dq9c]

Привет американцы!!! С наступающим Рождеством 🎄!!! Езжу на мазда СХ9 уже 1 год, пробег 37.000км. Это лучший автомобиль!!! Стильная, динамичная, качественный салон. Доволен как слон

[@crazydaysful]

All three of those big SUVs are classy and great looking on the outside and especially on the inside - but the Mazda is a little better looking in the inside than the other two and Mazda has improved on their 2020 Cx9 model and it has captain seats and more .....and so you can't go wrong with neither of the vehicles, but it also comes down to which runs better and last better and who wants to spend a ton of money on a car (cars costs too much nowadays and they don't even last a good 10 years which is a rip off)...so in this case since the Mazda is less dollars and I know the Mazda drives good because I've drove one - MAZDA wins.

[@PRNTestDrive]

That's one of the things we've really come to appreciate about Mazda, they listen to customer feedback and make changes every model year. We drove a 2020 CX-9 at the start of the year with the changes and really liked it.

[@andrewdishman335]

I like review shows like this but what most reviewers always fail to mention is reliability and depreciation. Most buyers take reliability and high resale value as the top priority over tech options, performance, and overall value. Toyota’s score low on reviewers lists but for user satisfaction and reliability they are number one and for the consumer that means more.

[@PRNTestDrive]

It's hard to talk about reliability and depreciation when you have the car for 7 days. Forums or Facebook groups aren't a reliable source to get reliability information from. The best way we can talk about long-term ownership experiences with these cars are through long-term test vehicles, we've had a couple, or if we buy the cars ourselves and do regular updates, which we've also done before.

[@bombardierrecreationalprod1023]

Um doesn't the cx9 have the most torq? Like 45 pound feet more than both of those v6 engines !!

[@PRNTestDrive]

It does, the torque for the CX-9 was highlighted at the start during the specs pages for each vehicle.

[@matthewwindisch9449]

Do you work for Mazda?

[@PRNTestDrive]

no

[@khmerbraveheart]

If it wasn't for Infiniti old looking style interior. It wins. It's a quieter cabin. Isn't that what people need if they got kids. It's not a question. It's a fact.

[@PRNTestDrive]

I’m glad Infiniti finally updated the QX60, this generation was tired when we drove it 4 years ago.

[@pedropablogomez9814]

Can remote start be added to the CX-9?

[@PRNTestDrive]

It absolutely can! Mazda should offer 2 different systems like they do here, one that's remote operated with a fob, the other via a smartphone app.

[@pillrollerdeluxe]

No remote start is a deal breaker for me. I love the CX9 but I need remote start for the cold winter and the hot summers in my neck of the woods. My '07 Avalanche has it, so one would think that 11 years later Mazda would have it their vehicles.

[@PRNTestDrive]

You can add the remote starter to the CX-9 through the dealership, they offer two different versions out here, one's a key-fob starter, the other uses a smartphone app. I know it's an extra $800 whereas the Infiniti and Buick include it.

[@SkunkBearTK]

..and the FOB is in ADDITION to the existing stop/start/key FOB....antiquated.

[@lokasennax3097]

Mazda is underrated

[@PRNTestDrive]

We think so too! A lot of people ignore them, but Mazda has been making some outstanding vehicles recently.

[@jamiecox2256]

I look at Mazda like I Look at kia or Hyundai In that they are under rated vehicles but offer insane styling compared to other more expensive brands and features that you must pay an arm and a leg for with comparable brands! And quality wise the they hold up better than my BMW's do a Mercedes Benz and definitely Audi! I'd take the Buick or Mazda over the Qx60 any day Because the infinity in my opinion does not look cohesive or modern at all in some of its styling cues.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Well said! Mazda is definitely one of the underdogs in the North American market, especially in the US. We've heard of people who haven't even heard of the brand in some parts of the states due to low sales volume. Here in Quebec they're quite popular though.

[@erwincastillo1169]

Mazda is incomparable to Hyundai or Kia. Mazda is far better than the two.

[@perezsergio5163]

Compre qx56 2017 18.000 km, una maravilla.

[@perezsergio5163]

Qx60

[@americomoreyra4095]

Sería bueno en español o subtitulado

[@JT-sl3ui]

Wow! How 2 years makes such a huge difference! Just bought my wife a 2020 Hyundai Palisade Limited and it would smoke all 3 of these posers!! In every fashion!! And we paid $48,810!! Great 👍🏼 job South Korea!!

[@PRNTestDrive]

That's a great point! All the vehicles from the South Korean manufacturers are firing on all cylinders, we haven't seen a flop from Hyundai or Kia in a while now.

[@Ryan-oh1sm]

Posers? Palisade is based on kia/Hyundai minivan. Pretty nice but not as nice as the cx9. Palisade is a little bigger. Mazda driving dynamics and interior quality smoke Kia and Hyundai. And that’s with a suv at the end of its life cycle. They’ll be releasing a new one as the palisade is aging. I’m sure it will be even better than the current one.

[@jamesgu1467]

Quite biased eh Nile? :D Gotta love the 9!

[@PRNTestDrive]

I think we were pretty unbiased considering we picked the Buick at the end.

[@normt5463]

James Gu Buick offers more space for less. The Mazda is very small and the QX very old. The Enclave offers superior Twin Clutch Awd than has torwue vectoring rear like Acura SH-AWD, but unlike SH-AWD which only sends 70% fore or aft, the Enclave can send 100% to a single wheel while the other three slip.

[@Nismo3]

I‘m surprised that the much newer Mazda and Buick have no bettet navigation than the Infiniti.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Everyone will have their own opinion about what they like when it comes to the navigation software and how it works. We found Infiniti to be the worst, Mazda was better, but the Buick had the best, although we really didn't enjoy any of them as much as some other vehicles we've driven. The benefit of the Buick is Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so you don't have to deal with the built-in navigation if you don't want to.

[@ericb.4358]

I'm amazed the CX 9 signature has no 360 deg. cameras B/C the USA version CX 5 and CX 9 Signature models HAVE them. Are these Canadian models? ANOTHER 3 row SUV you should have included is the KIA Telluride. Like the MAZDA, it's an amazingSUV for the price. Asian SUV builders are coming on hard and fast with improved quality. MOTOR TREND recently rated the MAZDA CX 5 Signature ABOVE the Infinity QX 50. Hmmmm...

[@PRNTestDrive]

Mazda finally added the 360º camera to the CX-9 back in 2019, we did a short episode on it going over the changes. Unfortunately for Mazda the camera quality isn't great.

[@MAGNUMICAable]

How much Mazda is paying you?

[@PRNTestDrive]

Zero. I picked the Buick in the end.

[@cjwriteryt]

The QX60 shouldn't even be compared with those two vehicles. It may older as far as design, but it's still on another level than the Mazda and Buick.

[@utterbullspit]

The Q60 looks outrageously outdated

[@PRNTestDrive]

QX60, but yes it does feel that way too.

[@BananaLord.]

Enclave whata beautiful premium suv .

[@PRNTestDrive]

It's still one of our favourite vehicles this year!

[@Elusive25]

Cross over SUV. Choose one.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We'd still take the Buick as we mentioned at the end of the video, even after the month since we filmed this.

[@MrVictorwu2011]

50k mazda doesn't have Remote starter ? kidding me. Buick enclave is higher class than the other 2

[@PRNTestDrive]

Mazda has been hesitant to add remote start built-in for some reason, they seem happy selling it as a dealer-add on.

[@lucashuang10]

When did a Buick get up to 65k? Yikes.

[@PRNTestDrive]

It is 65k CAD, so if you're in the US that might be why there's a sticker shock, but it's still the most expensive of these 3 when fully loaded, the Infiniti' top price with the rear entertainment package gets it to around $63-64k, but the Buick hits $67.5k with those rear DVDs.

[@lucashuang10]

Perpetual Radio Networks thank you for your clarification. I’m surprised how well the Mazda is stacked up against the Qx60. Which one of these crossovers have the cushiest ride and quietest cabin?

[@PRNTestDrive]

Buick on both counts, followed by the CX-9. The Enclave really had a smooth ride even on our rough roads out here, and the interior noise was quite low even on those winter tires.

[@lucashuang10]

that's very impressive praise for buick! my wife have a 2014 QX60 and its very comfortable. i find it to be more luxurious than my brothers 14' Mercedes ML350. I personally am looking at around for certified pre owned 2015 QX80. great comparison videos. kuddos for a job well done!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Thanks! Hopefully you can find the right QX80 for you!

[@sfgators]

As soon as I heard him pronounce Mazda and Nissan, I knew he was Canadian! LOL Canadians pronounce these brands the funny way! HAHAHAHA! I can't get over the way he prounounces "Maz-deh" It's just freakingly un-Japanese! His pronunciation of "Niss-sin" sounds like the Japanese noodle company "Nissin Foods". Americans pronounce them as "Mahzdah" and "Nee-ssohn", both closer to the Japanese pronunciations. Of course the shot in front of Tim Horton's gave it away! "Maz-deh"! "Oh - Yah", "All Aboooooot," "Shedule, without the C". "C-Ay-N-Ay-D-Ay"!

[@PRNTestDrive]

👍

[@gregblack8550]

We love the Canadians here in the U.S. eh

[@eleanormassaro5195]

greg black was just gonna say we Americans love the way our neighbors to the North pronounce some words differently👍🏻👍🏻❤️

[@ralphvelez8984]

Thatz why the Buick won

[@cameronpiper877]

Cx9 does have 360 view

[@PRNTestDrive]

It does for the 2019 model year, it was something Mazda added. Each year they seem to improve their vehicles slightly, and the 360º camera was something added last year.

[@nismokid2533]

5 years

[@PRNTestDrive]

That’s how long it’s been, yes.

[@XLeonides]

Honestly the Mazda CX-9 embarrasses the other two in both interior and exterior. And price. And reliability. And frankly I'd be embarrassed of my in laws if they were more impressed by that dull Infiniti.

[@PRNTestDrive]

And Mazda has continued to improve the CX-9 over the years, with small updates based on customer feedback.

[@wassha09]

Very nice video but I kind of cringe at the way you pronounce the word Mazda.

[@PRNTestDrive]

I suspect you’re from the US then, we have different pronunciations for things here, as they do in Europe as well. I’m sorry you cringe.

[@anthonylee97]

Mazda CX-9 is only a 4cylinder. Once you have been driving a V6 for a while you can feel the difference going back to a 4C SUV.

[@PRNTestDrive]

While I agree with you, the reality is Mazda is ahead of the industry on this. Volvo has killed off everything that isn't a 4 cylinder engine, and essentially every other mainstream manufacturer has downsized their engines significantly over the past decade. I'll be very surprised if you can buy anything larger than an inline-4 in the compact or mid-size crossover segment by 2025.

[@saliston]

its a turbo

[@eleanormassaro5195]

Anthony Lee I usually prefer six cylinder engines over turbo 4 cylinders, but in the case of the Mazda Turbo 4’s, I would take any one of them

[@lazuruslong63]

I get so sick and tired of the bias of some reviewers. Compare apples to apples! We have the most expensive Buick and Mazda, but one package up from the base model Infiniti. Why not an Infiniti with the deluxe Tech package, theater and wheel package? At least make it a level playing field!

[@PRNTestDrive]

This isn’t what ‘bias’ is, just so you know. We were given this trim for the QX60, it wasn’t our choice. We often don’t get to pick the vehicles we’re given from the manufacturers, they typically have one vehicle on their press fleet. This specific Infiniti was one we filmed months before even thinking of featuring it against the Mazda or Buick. Either way, even if we had a fully loaded QX60, we wouldn’t have picked it. The design is dated, and features and design are identical to the Pathfinder. Save the cost of the ‘premium’ brand and get the Nissan if you love the dated feel so much.

[@apr859]

oh well sorry

[@10tenman10]

I would likely never use a 3rd row. Also, I find the 2.5L turbo engine on the Mazda too small for the size of the vehicle. Don't like the idea of buying GM. Infinity is not on my menu. I think that for this class I would look at Acura mdx or the Toyota Highlander.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We definitely agree that the inline 4 engine on the Mazda is a hard sell for most. It's interesting that Mazda was one of the few to offer a V6 with their first gen mid-size Mazda6, yet they've completely abandoned those engines today.

[@Tonyx.yt.]

before skyactive era, mazda use totaly crap ford engines... for example, the old mazda 3 with 1.6 103 hp use almost 1 liter/100km MORE fuel than the new mazda 3 with 2.0 165hp and yes that's real data not what the homologation test declared...

[@PRNTestDrive]

I remember the Mazda6 used to be a badge engineered Fusion also, not to mention the B series trucks and Protogé. Engine tech has certainly improved dramatically over the past decade, I figure we're going to continue seeing much smaller engines being able to produce more power, but whether they'll actually be efficient is the real question. I know a lot of these smaller engines have to work harder on the highways here.

[@Tonyx.yt.]

but the 2.5 liter mazda is not the smallest... audi q7 is available with a 2.0 liter turbo in north america (in europe the smallest engine is a 3.0 v6 lol) and the bmw x5 also use a 2.0 liter. but the downsizing on north american market is nothing compared to european market, the base engine for ford focus in the US is a 2.0 liter, the base engine in europe is a 1.0 liter 3 cylinder turbo lol... but the downsizing mania has already reach his peak, because the new european homologation test begin in a couple of years and is a much more realistic test than actual test, with today homologation standards smaller is the engine, biggest is the difference between declared and real consumption, for this reason extra small engines become very popular between european manufacturers meanwhile japanese brands still use small N/A 4 cylinder engines instead of even smaller 3 cylinder turbo engines, because with similar power, a high compression modern 4 cylinder is more efficient in real world conditions than a 3 cylinder boosted with turbo, the spread between official and real consumption is around 20% for a small car with a modern 4 cylinder but is up to 40% when the engine is a crapy 3 cylinder turbo. p.s. sorry for the poem (is probably not extremly fluent but english is not my first language) but that's just for explain the contest of the downsizing rush

[@pillrollerdeluxe]

The Mazda engine is rated about the same as the other two in this test when premium fuel is used. Zero to 60 times for all three of these vehicles are within a half second of one another. The turbo in the Mazda gives diesel like torque you have to feel to believe.

[@ralphvelez8984]

The infinity is so outdated. The mazda is nice.but the Buick hands down is the best.the buick will hold up in the long run. I guarantee it will last the longest.and will look the best inside and out as the years go by .the mazda will start showing its age alot quicker.

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Buick Enclave ended up making our Best of 2018 list.

[@danvasse8075]

Nooooo, the Mazda is the best in looks and performance. Silky smooth and delicious!!

[@jaguarfacedman1365]

That Infiniti looks like a Mercedes from 2005...

[@PRNTestDrive]

Maybe not a Mercedes, but it definitely looks like it was designed in 2005.

[@jaguarfacedman1365]

@@PRNTestDrive To clarify, the part of the car that inspired the comment was the dash design.

[@TruthHasSpoken]

Just a completely *awful* design on these vehicles with a humongous center console so that you can not move your right leg at all on a road trip. Thumbs down on all of them.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We find that's becoming a trend across a lot of vehicles now.

[@TruthHasSpoken]

The console designs are all awful. One wonders if the designers ever take these vehicles on a road trip, and not just spin around the track.

[@romel4life375]

Infiniti is the pick for me, family friendly, roomy, comfortable. The others looks Bland inside out

[@805NAVE]

romel 4life Id go for the Infiniti also.

[@saliston]

The infinity and Buick look way to similar. The Mazda is just gorgeous.

[@ultimatesteve]

who the fuck would pay 65k for a buick?

[@davidilijevski8942]

Buick most expensive of the bunch and the shittiest

[@Larry-tl6vw]

I don’t agree with the seats in the Buick Enclave, I own a 2016 Eclave Leather package, and the seats are like boards wrapped in leather. I liked my 2008 Buick Lucerne, I sat in the seat…. not on it, Buick forgot how to build a comfortable seat. So I drive my F150 everywhere, seats are much better , and the ride is smoother…..

[@PRNTestDrive]

I do believe that the seating is all-new in the 2018 Enclave, so I'm not sure if you'll have the same experience in the new one as your 2016.

[@appleiphone69]

Infinity to impress someone like coworkers or in-laws. Who the F cares about what they think anyways. Infinity is shit reliability, dated tech, French cost cutting.

[@reevesremo4576]

some1s def salty lol

[@gregblack8550]

Infinity is meh. Drove a red sport q50 and was meh as well. Almost 60 k what a joke.

[@joreyasmus7676]

The enclave came a few years before the infinity

[@PRNTestDrive]

2018 for the Enclave is an all-new generation. This Infiniti QX60 generation has been around since 2012.

[@JWC24.7]

I bought the Infiniti QX60. I love it and it has the best reliability and name recognition. The CX-9’s interior looks “cheap” in comparison and the Buick is overpriced by comparison. The infotainment system of the QX60 does have a lot of buttons! After almost two months, I still don’t know what half of them are for! Lol 😝

[@PRNTestDrive]

Infotainment systems are tricky, after driving a lot of other cars this year we see how far behind all three of these manufacturers ultimately are when it comes to them.

[@diceban683]

infinti cause all the other cars suck but not the buick is good NOT THE MAZDA

[@PRNTestDrive]

Fair enough!

[@gooddayz2574]

I love Gm but Buick just needs to leave

[@PRNTestDrive]

We really liked the Enclave, but Buick still feels like it’s lost out there in terms of what GM wants to do with it.

[@jamesec1949]

Can you say Ma like in Ma and Pa? Mazda is pronounced Ma-z-da. That’s Mahzda. Got it?

[@PRNTestDrive]

No, it’s not. That’s how Americans pronounce it, and despite what you might think America doesn’t dictate how the rest of us speak.

[@jamesec1949]

Do you actually believe that Mazda would have allowed the USA to mispronounce their name in tv commercials since 1960?

[@eleanormassaro5195]

James E. C But that’s the way commercials in Canada pronounce it so how else would they pronounce it? As an American, I am embarrassed by fellow Americans that think they are better than another country that speaks some English words different from the way we Americans were taught. It doesn’t mean the way we pronounce certain words means we’re better than they are! Geesh!

[@jamesec1949]

Eleanor Massaro People like you who exaggerate to a hyperbolic degree should think twice before speaking and then don’t. So your embarrassed by your fellow Americans? Is that all 300+ million of us? And just what in my comment sounded like I am any better than another country? You took is as though I was criticizing. I was not. Shame on you. The real pronunciation of Mazda is Matsuda. Mazda is an English pronunciation. In the Japanese language the letter “a” is pronounced “ah”. Just like Polynesian. Therefore, the correct English pronunciation is in fact Mahz-dah. GEESH!

[@RemixerUltimate]

@@jamesec1949 dude, just shut the fuck up. They pronounce it differently in Canada, get over it.

[@seawallbreeze9616]

Ewww mazda, for poor people