BMW X5 vs. Buick Enclave
When comparing the BMW X5 to the Buick Enclave, the BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Buick Enclave has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW X5 versus the Buick Enclave, the Buick Enclave is a better car than the BMW X5.
BMW X5 versus Buick Enclave Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used BMW X5 ranges from $42,990 to $63,344 while a used Buick Enclave from the same model year range is priced between $27,785 to $42,808. For a new model, the BMW X5's price is between $65,718 and $95,593, with the Buick Enclave priced between $45,522 and $62,739.
BMW X5 versus Buick Enclave Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 is 8.0 out of 10 while the Buick Enclave's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the BMW X5 being ranked 12 out of 25 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows and the Buick Enclave being ranked 6 out of 25. Out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the BMW X5 is ranked 67 and the Buick Enclave is ranked 4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X5’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the Buick Enclave base engine makes 310 horsepower. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles. The Enclave is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The X5 uses premium unleaded, and the Enclave uses regular unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The BMW X5 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Buick Enclave.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Buick Enclave has higher safety ratings than the BMW X5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.31 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$65,718 - $95,593
Used Asking Price:
$42,990 - $63,344
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$45,522 - $62,739
Used Asking Price:
$27,785 - $42,808
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
56.5%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
sDrive40i, xDrive40i, M50i
Trim Levels
Essence, Premium, Avenir
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 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:
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 569 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
97.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
180.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4828 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4359 lbs
Width:
89.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
204.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
265/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum
Tire Size:
255/65R18
