2025 Buick Envision vs 2025 Mazda CX-90

$38,000 · Crossover

$38,045 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Buick Envision (car1) and the 2025 Mazda CX-90 (car2) lies in performance, with the CX-90 delivering an additional 52 horsepower (280 hp vs. 228 hp) and 74 lb-ft more torque (332 lb-ft vs. 258 lb-ft). Despite the power deficit, the Envision achieves slightly better overall fuel efficiency at 24 combined MPG compared to the CX-90’s 25 combined MPG when factoring in its required premium fuel mandate, though the CX-90 uses cheaper regular unleaded. The CX-90’s larger footprint, evidenced by its 18.1-inch longer body (200.8 inches vs. 182.7 inches), translates to a substantial difference in utility; however, the Envision provides 10.3 cubic feet more cargo space (25.2 cu ft vs. 14.9 cu ft). Pricing is nearly identical, starting at $38,000 for the Envision and $38,045 for the CX-90, creating a clear performance-vs-utility trade-off for potential buyers.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Buick Envision

The 2025 Buick Envision offers superior fuel economy at 28 highway MPG, which minimizes long-term running costs for daily driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Buick Envision

The Envision provides significantly more practical storage with 25.2 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the CX-90’s 14.9 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mazda CX-90

The 2025 Mazda CX-90 offers substantially higher output with 280 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, appealing more to performance driving.

💰 Best Value

2025 Buick Envision

The Buick Envision, priced identically to the CX-90, provides better utility and efficiency metrics for the investment.

Choose the Buick Envision if...

Cargo capacity is a top priority, as the Envision offers 25.2 cu ft versus 14.9 cu ft in the CX-90.
Lower operating costs are desired, as the Envision runs on a more widely available regular unleaded (despite its lower MPG, the fuel type matters). (Correction: Envision requires premium, CX-90 uses regular, making CX-90 potentially cheaper to run despite lower MPG number)
A slightly more compact vehicle footprint is preferred, measuring 182.7 inches in length compared to the CX-90's 200.8 inches.

Choose the Mazda CX-90 if...

Maximum acceleration and passing power are essential, given the CX-90's 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque advantage.
Access to regular unleaded fuel is necessary, as the CX-90 requires it while the Envision recommends premium.
A larger, physically imposing vehicle is desired, as the CX-90 is 4.1 inches taller and 4.4 inches wider than the Envision.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Buick Envision	Mazda CX-90
Length	182.7"	200.8"
Width	74.1"	78.5"
Height	64.6"	68.2"
Wheelbase	109.0"	122.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	—
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.3 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 6
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	228 hp @ 5000 rpm	280 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm	332 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/28 MPG	24/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	354.2/450.8 mi.	444.0/518.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.1 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Infotainment Display	30.0 in	10.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bose	—
Speaker System	9	8
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Memory Card Slot	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Buick	Mazda
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Front Head Room	39.6 in.	39.7 in.
Front Leg Room	40.4 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.7 in.	59.2 in.
Front Hip Room	55.1 in.	56.2 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	4-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—

Rearseats

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.3 in.	39.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	47.4 in.	55.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P245/45R20	265/55R19
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Size	—	19 x 8.5 in

Suspension

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Buick	Mazda
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Buick Envision and 2025 Mazda CX-90.

Which vehicle has better overall fuel economy between the Buick Envision and Mazda CX-90?

The 2025 Buick Envision has a combined MPG rating of 24, while the 2025 Mazda CX-90 achieves 25 combined MPG. However, the Envision requires premium fuel, which may increase real-world running costs despite its slight MPG deficit to the CX-90 running on regular unleaded.

How much larger is the cargo area in the 2025 Buick Envision compared to the CX-90?

The Buick Envision offers substantially more storage volume at 25.2 cubic feet, which is 10.3 cubic feet greater than the 14.9 cubic feet available in the Mazda CX-90. This difference suggests the Envision is better suited for large hauling needs.

Is the performance gap significant between the two crossovers?

Yes, the Mazda CX-90 holds a significant advantage, boasting 280 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, whereas the Buick Envision is rated at 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Given the similar MSRPs, which car offers better powertrain value?

The CX-90 offers better performance value, providing 52 extra horsepower for a nearly identical initial cost of $38,045 versus the Envision's $38,000. However, the Envision's requirement for premium fuel offsets this gain.

What is the difference in physical size between the 2025 Envision and CX-90?

The Mazda CX-90 is notably larger, measuring 200.8 inches long, 78.5 inches wide, and 68.2 inches tall. In contrast, the Buick Envision is more compact at 182.7 inches in length, 74.1 inches wide, and 64.6 inches high.