2025 Buick Enclave vs 2026 BMW X3
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MSRP$45,100 | MSRP$51,300 |
Listings116 | Listings539 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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2025 Buick Enclave Reviews SummaryThe Enclave kicks off its third generation, benefitting from Buick’s slick new design language and a host of feature updates. The three-row SUV gets a full redesign, a new powertrain, and tons of tech and safety features that are standard across all three trim levels. Verdict: Like any vehicle, the new Enclave has its strengths and weaknesses. We think Buick was strategic in its approach to these, focusing its efforts on the areas Enclave shoppers most likely prioritize. | |
2026 BMW X3 Reviews SummaryBMW offers the 2026 X3 in two flavours: 30 xDrive and M50. The latter is tuned for performance, but the base X3 30 xDrive is so good that you might be happy trading the M50’s outright speed and sheer capability for significant savings. BMW redesigned this compact luxury crossover in 2025, and the only tweaks for 2026 make the base model look and feel a little more upscale inside. Verdict: For this review, we evaluated the BMW X3 M50. It was terrific, but with a sticker price more than $15,000 higher than the rewarding X3 30 xDrive, it’s hard to justify the extra money. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 328 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 328 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.9 cu ft | Cargo Space31.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4537 lbs | Curb Weight4176 lbs |
Height71.0 in | Height65.4 in |
Length207.6 in | Length187.2 in |
Width87.9 in | Width83.9 in |
Wheelbase120.9 in | Wheelbase112.8 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload1107 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity4001 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $45,100 | $51,300 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Enclave kicks off its third generation, benefitting from Buick’s slick new design language and a host of feature updates. The three-row SUV gets a full redesign, a new powertrain, and tons of tech and safety features that are standard across all three trim levels. Verdict: Like any vehicle, the new Enclave has its strengths and weaknesses. We think Buick was strategic in its approach to these, focusing its efforts on the areas Enclave shoppers most likely prioritize. | BMW offers the 2026 X3 in two flavours: 30 xDrive and M50. The latter is tuned for performance, but the base X3 30 xDrive is so good that you might be happy trading the M50’s outright speed and sheer capability for significant savings. BMW redesigned this compact luxury crossover in 2025, and the only tweaks for 2026 make the base model look and feel a little more upscale inside. Verdict: For this review, we evaluated the BMW X3 M50. It was terrific, but with a sticker price more than $15,000 higher than the rewarding X3 30 xDrive, it’s hard to justify the extra money. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 328 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 328 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Optional |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.9 cu ft | 31.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4537 lbs | 4176 lbs |
Height | 71.0 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 207.6 in | 187.2 in |
Width | 87.9 in | 83.9 in |
Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 112.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 1107 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 4001 lbs |
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