2026 Buick Enclave vs. Acura MDX: Premium Luxury Comparison

Shopping for a family vehicle is no easy feat, though premium SUVs will exceed your expectations. If you’re deciding between the 2026 Buick Enclave and the 2026 Acura MDX for your drives around Omaha, read this guide from Sid Dillon Buick of Lincoln. We will highlight how the Enclave outshines the MDX in terms of interior space and fuel economy. 

2026 Buick Enclave Vs. Acura MDX: Interior Space

Both the Enclave and MDX offer plenty of space for your growing family and cargo. However, the Buick model’s interior is notably larger, meaning you and your entire family will have more room to relax and transport belongings. Even when comparing the maximum cargo volume of the MDX to the specs of the Enclave, the Buick SUV still has more space for your items. Discover the dimensions for yourself below:

2026 Buick Enclave Interior Dimensions

• Passenger Volume: 157.3 cubic feet
• 1st/2nd/3rd-Row Legroom: 44.29 / 41.46 / 32.13 inches
• 1st/2nd/3rd-Row Headroom: 42.60 / 39.96 / 38.27 inches
• 1st/2nd/3rd-Row Headroom (Avenir): 41.18 / 38.19 / 38.54 inches
• 1st/2nd/3rd-Row Shoulder Room: 62.17 / 62.13 / 57.76 inches
• 1st/2nd/3rd-Row Hip Room: 58.70 / 58.46 / 48.54 inches
• Cargo Volume Behind 1st/2nd/3rd Row: 97.50 / 57.10 / 22.90 cubic feet

2026 Acura MDX Interior Dimensions

• Passenger Volume: 139.1 cubic feet
• 1st/2nd/3rd-Row Legroom: 41.6 / 38.5 / 29.1 inches
• 1st/2nd/3rd-Row Headroom: 38.5 / 38.1 / 36.2 inches
• 1st/2nd/3rd-Row Shoulder Room: 61.9 / 60.3 / 55.2 inches
• 1st/2nd/3rd-Row Hip Room: 59.3 / 57.8 / 40.6 inches
• Standard Cargo Volume Behind 1st/2nd/3rd Row: 71.4 / 39.1 / 16.3 cubic feet
• Max Cargo Volume Behind 1st/2nd/3rd Row: 95.0 / 48.4 / 18.1 cubic feet

2026 Buick Enclave Vs. Acura MDX: Fuel Economy

Not only does the Enclave offer more cabin space, but it also offers more fuel efficiency for your Beatrice travels. Between school drop-offs and weekend errands, fuel usage can add up quickly, but the Enclave will make the most of every drop of fuel, ensuring you save time and gas money. Here are the mpg ratings of these SUVs:

2026 Buick Enclave

• FWD: 20 mpg city / 27 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined
• AWD: 20 mpg city / 27 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined

2026 Acura MDX

• FWD: 19 mpg city / 26 mpg highway / 22 mpg combined
• SH-AWD®:19 mpg city / 25 mpg highway / 21 mpg combined
• Type S Advance: 17 mpg city / 21 mpg highway / 19 mpg combined

On top of the Enclave being slightly more efficient than the MDX, it also produces better standard horsepower. The Buick model delivers up to 328 hp, while the Acura SUV delivers 290 hp when equipped with its base engine.

Experience The New Buick Enclave In Lincoln

To tour the latest Enclave near Hickman, head over to Sid Dillon Buick of Lincoln. Our team is delighted to have you in our showroom and is ready to help you secure the keys to your next Buick family vehicle.