2024 Acura MDX vs. 2024 Buick Enclave Review

Picture of the 2024 Acura MDX

2024 Acura
MDX

MSRP*: $50,150 to $73,800
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Picture of the 2024 Buick Enclave

2024 Buick
Enclave

MSRP*: $43,900 to $59,500
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MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG 17 - 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 26 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 95.0 ft3 97.4 ft3
Engine
  • 290-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 290 - 355 hp 310 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 198.4 in 204.8 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 78.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 38.3 in
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 39.0 - 39.9 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Buick Enclave than in the Acura MDX, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Buick Enclave will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Acura MDX.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura MDX as you will with the Buick Enclave, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Acura MDX is somewhat more expensive than the Buick Enclave.

Dimensions
The Acura MDX is about the same width as the Buick Enclave. The Acura MDX is slightly shorter than the Buick Enclave, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Acura MDX has a larger turning radius than the Buick Enclave, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Acura MDX has a little less horsepower than the Buick Enclave.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Acura MDX and the Buick Enclave are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura MDX and the Buick Enclave. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Acura MDX as you will in the Buick Enclave.