2020 Buick Enclave vs. 2020 BMW X3
When comparing the 2020 Buick Enclave's and the 2020 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Buick Enclave has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and base engine power. The 2020 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Buick Enclave's and the 2020 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2020 Buick Enclave vs. 2020 BMW X3 Pricing
A used 2020 Buick Enclave ranges from $24,995 to $39,498 while a used 2020 BMW X3 is priced between $27,989 to $45,500.
2020 Buick Enclave vs. 2020 BMW X3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Buick Enclave loses 56.5 percent of its value and the 2020 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value. This means the 2020 BMW X3 retains 6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Buick Enclave.
2020 Buick Enclave vs. 2020 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.
2020 Buick Enclave vs. 2020 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 2020 Buick Enclave’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the 2020 BMW X3 base engine makes 248 horsepower. The Enclave is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. This gives the 2020 BMW X3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Buick Enclave. The Enclave uses regular unleaded, and the X3 uses premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2020 BMW X3 has higher safety ratings than the 2020 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:
24995 - 39498
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.565316
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27989 - 45500
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
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2020 Buick Enclave Trim Levels
Avenir, Essence, Preferred, Premium
2020 BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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:
310 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
25 / 29 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
430 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.7 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
97.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
28.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4359 lbs
Width:
89.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
204.3 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3931 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R18