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2021 Buick Enclave vs. 2021 GMC Acadia 

When you’re looking for a seven-seat SUV for your South Salt Lake family, you have a lot of options. You’ll find two of the best on the market at Salt Lake Valley Buick GMC—the 2021 Buick Enclave vs. GMC Acadia. Before you pay us a visit in South Salt Lake, take a look at our Acadia or Enclave comparison to get a feel for what each has to offer, then contact us to arrange an in-person comparison. 
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2021 Buick Enclave vs. 2021 GMC Acadia

    Buick Enclave vs. GMC Acadia: Base Pricing

    What’s your SUV budget? If you’re working with a smaller budget as you decide between Acadia or Enclave, the Acadia is a better fit with a budget-friendly starting price under $30,000 MSRP. If you have a budget that has room for more upscale features, the Enclave is a splurge you won’t regret:

    • Buick Enclave: MSRP starts at just $40,000
    • GMC Acadia: MSRP begins at an attractive $29,800

      Buick Enclave vs. GMC Acadia: Power & Fuel Efficiency 

      The higher price on the GMC Acadia means you’ll get a more powerful engine, but the Buick Enclave gets slightly better fuel efficiency: 

      Buick Base Power & Torque 
      A 3.6L V6 gives the Buick Enclave up to 310 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque. 

      GMC Base Power & Torque
      A standard 2.5L DOHC 4-cylinder SIDI engine makes up to 193 hp and 188 lb-ft of torque for the GMC Acadia. But an available 2.0L Turbo 4-Cylinder engine makes 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, and an available 3.6L V6 makes up to 310 hp and 271 lb-ft of torque.

      EPA Fuel Economy Estimates
      Both the Enclave and the Acadia SUVs boast dependable fuel economy ratings for their class, with the Enclave reaching 18 city/mpg and 26 hwy/mpg, and the Acadia with a 21 city/mpg and 27 hwy/mpg rating. 

        Buick Enclave vs. GMC Acadia: Interior 

        Both the Acadia and Enclave offer seating for seven with the option for a six-seat configuration that offers more comfort with second-row captain’s chairs that make it easier for passengers to access the third row. In proportion with the higher price and more power, the Buick Enclave also offers more maximum cargo capacity: 

        • Acadia Maximum Cargo Capacity: Up to 79 cubic feet with the 2nd and 3rd rows of seating folded
        • Enclave Maximum Cargo Capacity: Up to 97.6 cubic feet with the 2nd and 3rd rows of seating folded

        If a smaller, more efficient SUV is what you need, the Buick Enclave is waiting for you! 

          Compare the Acadia or Enclave at Salt Lake Valley Buick GMC!

          Compare the Acadia or Enclave at Salt Lake Valley Buick GMC!
          South Salt Lake drivers, now that you’ve seen a bit about the similarities and differences, shop the Acadia or Enclave Salt Lake Valley inventories and see which specific model is right for you!