2016 Buick Enclave vs. 2016 BMW X3
When comparing the 2016 Buick Enclave's and the 2016 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Buick Enclave has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The 2016 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Buick Enclave's and the 2016 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Buick Enclave is a better car than the 2016 BMW X3.
2016 Buick Enclave vs. 2016 BMW X3 Pricing
A used 2016 Buick Enclave ranges from $11,991 to $23,697 while a used 2016 BMW X3 is priced between $13,497 to $25,995.
2016 Buick Enclave vs. 2016 BMW X3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Buick Enclave loses 56.5 percent of its value and the 2016 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value. This means the 2016 BMW X3 retains 6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 Buick Enclave.
2016 Buick Enclave vs. 2016 BMW X3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Enclave is 8.4 out of 10 while the BMW X3's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Buick Enclave being ranked 7 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the BMW X3 being ranked 4 out of 68.
2016 Buick Enclave vs. 2016 BMW X3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Enclave is 8.6 out of 10. For the BMW X3 the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Buick Enclave a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Buick Enclave’s base engine makes 288 horsepower, and the 2016 BMW X3 base engine makes 240 horsepower. The Enclave is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 484 miles. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. This gives the 2016 BMW X3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2016 Buick Enclave. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2016 Buick Enclave, a crossover/fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2016 BMW X3, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2016 BMW X3 has higher safety ratings than the 2016 Buick Enclave, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.82 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11991 - 23697
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.565316
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13497 - 25995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Buick Enclave Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.425432 / 10
Reliability:
8.636297 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Enclave Rankings
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23 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2016 Buick Enclave Trim Levels
Convenience, Leather, Premium
2016 BMW X3 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28d, xDrive28i, xDrive35i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.82 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 3400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.3 inches
Cargo Space:
23.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
115.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
174.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
27.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
117.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4724 lbs
Width:
86.7 inches
Height:
71.7 inches
Length:
201.9 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4030 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
183.8 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/60R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R18