2024 Buick Enclave vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Picture of the 2024 Buick Enclave

2024 Buick
Enclave

MSRP*: $43,900 to $59,500
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2024 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $36,985 to $51,880
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.4 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-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 269 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 204.8 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 78.8 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 39.0 - 39.9 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Buick Enclave as you will with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Buick Enclave is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Dimensions
The Buick Enclave is about the same width as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Handling
The Buick Enclave has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Buick Enclave has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Buick Enclave and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The Buick Enclave offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.