2025 BMW X5 vs. 2025 Buick Enclave Review

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2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $66,300 to $90,850
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2025 Buick
Enclave

MSRP*: $45,100 to $58,200
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 97.5 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front-Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 328 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 194.3 in 207.6 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 79.6 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 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 BMW X5, 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 BMW X5.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the BMW X5, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Buick Enclave.

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 BMW X5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Buick Enclave, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The BMW X5 is about the same width as the Buick Enclave. If you go with the BMW X5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Buick Enclave.

Handling
The BMW X5 has a larger turning radius than the Buick Enclave, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW X5 has a little more horsepower than the Buick Enclave.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the Buick Enclave, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The BMW X5 has less seating than the Buick Enclave, making the Buick Enclave the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Buick Enclave.