Buick Enclave vs. Volkswagen Atlas
In comparing the Buick Enclave's and the Volkswagen Atlas's specifications and ratings, the Buick Enclave has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Volkswagen Atlas 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 fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Buick Enclave's and the Volkswagen Atlas's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Buick Enclave vs. Volkswagen Atlas Pricing
A used 2024 Buick Enclave ranges from $41,898 to $62,520 while a used 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is priced between $38,123 to $54,452. For a new model, the Buick Enclave's price is between $44,283 and $62,743, with the Volkswagen Atlas priced between $39,695 and $55,919.
Buick Enclave vs. Volkswagen Atlas Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Buick Enclave loses 56.5 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Atlas loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen Atlas retains 10.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Buick Enclave.
Buick Enclave vs. Volkswagen Atlas Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Enclave is 8.4 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Atlas' quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Buick Enclave being ranked 4 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Volkswagen Atlas being ranked 15 out of 22 Best 7-Seater SUVs.
Buick Enclave vs. Volkswagen Atlas Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Enclave is 8.6 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Atlas the reliability rating is 5.7 out of 10. This gives the Buick Enclave an advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Atlas.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick Enclave’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Atlas base engine makes 269 horsepower. The Enclave is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The Atlas is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Atlas the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Buick Enclave. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/fullsize SUVs, the Buick Enclave has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volkswagen Atlas, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Volkswagen Atlas has higher safety ratings than the Buick Enclave, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.82 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
44283 - 62743
Used Asking Price:
41898 - 62520
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.565316
Pricing
New Asking Price:
39695 - 55919
Used Asking Price:
38123 - 54452
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463635
Buick Enclave Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.425432 / 10
Reliability:
8.636297 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Volkswagen Atlas Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Enclave Rankings
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59 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick Enclave Trim Levels
Avenir, Essence, Premium
Volkswagen Atlas Trim Levels
Peak Edition SE 4Motion, Peak Edition SEL 4Motion, SE, SE 4Motion, SEL 4Motion, SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
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:
269 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.8 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
96.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
174.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4359 lbs
Width:
89.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
204.8 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4343 lbs
Width:
88.5 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
200.7 inches
Wheelbase:
117.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 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 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18