2025 Buick Enclave vs. 2025 Cadillac XT5 Review

Picture of the 2025 Buick Enclave

2025 Buick
Enclave

MSRP*: $45,100 to $58,200
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Picture of the 2025 Cadillac XT5

2025 Cadillac
XT5

MSRP*: $44,295 to $57,195
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MPG - City 19 MPG 18 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG 23 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 63.0 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 328 hp 235 - 310 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,000 lbs
Exterior Length 207.6 in 189.6 in
Exterior Width 79.6 in 74.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.0 in
Head Room Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 in
Front 37.9 - 39.7 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Buick Enclave than in the Cadillac XT5. 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 Cadillac XT5.

Convenience
The Cadillac XT5 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Buick Enclave will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Cadillac XT5.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Enclave is much wider than the Cadillac XT5, 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 Cadillac XT5.

Handling
The Buick Enclave has the same turning radius as the Cadillac XT5, 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 Cadillac XT5.

Powertrain
The Buick Enclave has much lower torque than the Cadillac XT5, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Buick Enclave offers greater seating capacity than the Cadillac XT5, 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 Cadillac XT5.