You are here: Forums SUVs Acura MDX Acura MDX vs Buick Enclave CXL

Acura MDX vs Buick Enclave CXL

35 messages,  Last post on Feb 09, 2008 at 6:18 AM

You are in the Acura MDX Forum. Your Hosts are steve_ & tidester

What is this discussion about? Acura MDX, Buick Enclave, Car Buying, SUV

Messages Page 3 of 5 1 2 3 4 5 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

#12 of 35 Re: Acura MDX vs. Buick Enclave CXL [epiney] by ody02tjk Jun 25, 2007 (2:18 pm)
Replying to: epiney (Jun 25, 2007 1:35 pm) Did you take a look at the Mazda CX-9? That was my #3 choice, behind the Audi and the Buick, and well ahead of the MDX. The CX-9 has more room, and a much larger 3rd seat and rear storage than the MDX. Also, the Mazda handles as well as the MDX, if not better. While it may not be quite as luxurious as the Acura, a loaded CX-9 Gran Touring(with Nav, Sunroof, 20inch wheels, etc) was selling at near invoice of $38K. I was VERY impressed with it. I also tested the Veracruz, but was not impressed at all. The Mazda seems to be the real value in this size vehicle. What state are you in? I am in MD, and the Acura dealers around here would only go about $2k below sticker. I am a bit worried about the Audi reliability, and that was another reason I leased. Since all of these vehicles are in the first model year (MDX, Enclave, CX9, Q7, ACADIA, Veracruz), I did not want to take a chance with any of them. Replies to this message: epiney (Jun 25, 2007 4:25 pm)
#13 of 35 jimjack by jimjack Jun 25, 2007 (3:47 pm)
I'm in California (East Bay Area). I have the MDX (07)in mind as well as the Enclave (08) or Acadia (07). The MDX with a sport package is available to me at present 500 over invoice. The Enclave (CXL fully loaded) dealer hasn't gotten back to me just yet and I'm grinding them down in hopes of an invoice price. The Acadia SLT 2 fully equiped (same dealer as the Enclave) is invoice along with their promo called conquest that is a cradit of 1K.
#14 of 35 Re: Acura MDX vs. Buick Enclave CXL [ody02tjk] by epiney Jun 25, 2007 (4:25 pm)
Replying to: ody02tjk (Jun 25, 2007 2:18 pm) I had a quick look at the CX-9. Since we are so close to MY changeover, I am holding out for an 08. Will start test driving in a couple of months. Doing some upfront research. The CX-9 was bigger and had better access to the third row. I felt the MDX had a nicer interior. The CX-9 does not offer memory on the mirrors and steering wheel at any price. It may seem minor, but that's a big deal to us. It's almost a deal breaker. Your lease rate on the Q7 has me taking another look at it!
#15 of 35 Kids? Long Trips? by merlin14 Jun 25, 2007 (4:33 pm)
I have just read the posts. I am also considering both an Enclave and an MDX. Whichever vehicle we use needs to be able to withstand ice/snow in North Dakota, driving and towing in the mountains, fit in our garage (6'3 clearance) and be comfortable for three adults and two child seats. I looked at most cars mentioned in the posts, but have only test-driven the MDX. I only "discoverd" the Enclave a week ago. We were very happy (except for the garage problem) with our Yukon XL until gas prices took to soaring and our frequent trips to the Dakotas from the Carolinas became less frequent. The Acura is more expensive because it is more of a "luxury" vehicle. I know that its safety rating are phenomenal and according to Consumer Reports the SH-AWD is amazing on hairpin turns and snow and ice. Has anyone used either of these vehicles in a harsh environment (granted the Enclave is too new for a summer yet)? Or has anyone tried a 1000 mile trip with two or more kids under 5? Replies to this message: eclipse2 (Jun 28, 2007 6:16 am)
#16 of 35 1st choice Buick, 2nd Acura, 3rd Mazda by celica8 Jun 26, 2007 (4:31 am)
If reliability is a factor in buying, I would avoid the Mazda. Buick and Acura are consistently reliable, but Mazda has a spotty reputation.   http://www.jdpower.com/corporate/news/releases/pressrelease.aspx?ID=2006133
#17 of 35 jimjack by jimjack Jun 26, 2007 (6:46 am)
I would have to say that I'd be pretty suprised if the Acadia/Enclave/Outlook had difficuties beyond the typical quirks of any car. I have now driven the X5 BMW and found that to be superb but way up there ie cost. I found the Q7 harsh by comparrison. Much rougher than any of the others. I can't consider the Veracruise or CX9 as they don't pull the weight I need pulled. The Acadia family is a crossover and should be considered as such. It is very competitive or we wouldn't be talking about it so much. Guess what? We like it for all the right reasons. It's just a new venture for GM. I think they got the message and did themselves fairly proud. I'm at the point where which ever I buy, I will wonder if it was the other I should have bought. It's decision time boy's.
#18 of 35 Re: Kids? Long Trips? [merlin14] by eclipse2 Jun 28, 2007 (6:16 am)
Replying to: merlin14 (Jun 25, 2007 4:33 pm) We got the MDX with the Tech pack in Dec we took a trip to Disney on spring break with 3 kids for a week! We drove from NJ to Orlando it was great!!!!! I don't think people know to much about the SH-AWD because they wouldn't even talk about the Mazda and Buick if they did!! I have the 06 Acura RL with SH-AWD I just love the way both the MDX and the RL hug the ground around turns...Plus with all the tech stuff in it you can't beat it!!!
#19 of 35 jimjack by jimjack Jun 28, 2007 (7:27 am)
Help me out here please. The distinction of the SH-AWD vs. any of the compitition's AWD is? I need to have this knowledge. I think you might have some info that is very criticle to any who are looking at cars. I really like the AWD format but you have me peeked with interest with your SH-AWD. HELP!!! Replies to this message: steve_ (Jun 28, 2007 5:02 pm) merlin14 (Jul 05, 2007 5:29 pm) spicymikey (Aug 12, 2007 5:49 pm)
#20 of 35 Re: jimjack [jimjack] by steve_ HOST Jun 28, 2007 (5:02 pm)
Replying to: jimjack (Jun 28, 2007 7:27 am) Check out the 4WD & AWD systems explained discussion too.
#21 of 35 jimjack by jimjack Jun 28, 2007 (8:56 pm)
Went back to the dealer for another test only with my wife along. The SH AWD means super handling. Very cool..

Messages Page 3 of 5 1 2 3 4 5 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

You are here: Forums SUVs Acura MDX Acura MDX vs Buick Enclave CXL