2024 Buick Enclave vs. 2024 GMC Terrain Review

Picture of the 2024 Buick Enclave

2024 Buick
Enclave

MSRP*: $43,900 to $59,500
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Picture of the 2024 GMC Terrain

2024 GMC
Terrain

MSRP*: $28,700 to $38,600
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 23 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.4 ft3 63.3 ft3
Engine
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 175-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 310 hp 175 hp
Exterior Length 204.8 in 182.3 in
Exterior Width 78.8 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.7 in
Head Room Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 39.0 - 39.9 in
Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.5 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
The Buick Enclave offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the GMC Terrain, with comparable head- and legroom. The Buick Enclave will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the GMC Terrain.

Convenience
The Buick Enclave requires fewer stops at the gas station than the GMC Terrain, making it more convenient to drive.

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

Dimensions
Since the Buick Enclave is much wider than the GMC Terrain, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Buick Enclave, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the GMC Terrain.

Handling
The Buick Enclave has the same turning radius as the GMC Terrain, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Buick Enclave greatly out-muscles the GMC Terrain.

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

Utility
The Buick Enclave offers greater seating capacity than the GMC Terrain, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Buick Enclave, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the GMC Terrain.