2024 Buick Enclave vs. 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Buick Enclave

2024 Buick
Enclave

MSRP*: $43,900 to $59,500
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Picture of the 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

2023 Toyota
Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $40,620 to $53,025
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 35 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 97.4 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 243-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 310 hp 243 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 204.8 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 78.8 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 39.0 - 39.9 in
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 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 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, 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 Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Convenience
The Toyota Highlander Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Buick Enclave, 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 is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Enclave is much wider than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Buick Enclave, which is slightly longer than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

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

Performance
The Buick Enclave has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Buick Enclave does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Enclave and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The Buick Enclave has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.