2025 Audi A4 allroad vs 2025 Buick Enclave

$47,600 · Wagon

$45,100 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Audi A4 allroad pulses with refined agility, its 261 horsepower delivering crisp handling across varied terrain with its standard Quattro AWD. This wagon blends compact efficiency, achieving a recommended 26 MPG combined, and asks for $47,600. Conversely, the 2025 Buick Enclave dominates with sheer presence and brute force, boasting a substantial 328 horsepower—a massive 67 hp advantage over the Audi. While the Enclave commands an easier-to-swallow starting price of $45,100, its FWD setup nets a lower 23 MPG combined. The Audi's taut 187.5-inch length contrasts sharply with the Enclave's imposing 207.6-inch frame, making the A4 allroad the choice for nimble European finesse against the Enclave's American muscle.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi A4 allroad

The A4 allroad's superior 30 MPG highway efficiency and smaller footprint make it an easier daily city companion.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Buick Enclave

The Enclave's significantly larger overall dimensions suggest greater passenger volume and inherent practicality despite slightly less specified cargo space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Buick Enclave

With 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque, the Enclave offers substantially more immediate power output than the Audi's 261 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Buick Enclave

The Enclave delivers 67 more horsepower and a lower starting MSRP of $45,100 compared to the Audi's $47,600.

Choose the Audi A4 allroad if...

You prioritize handling dynamics and the confidence of standard all-wheel drive.
You prefer a premium European driving feel and a lower overall vehicle height.
Maximizing fuel economy, hitting 30 MPG highway, is critical for your routine.

Choose the Buick Enclave if...

You absolutely need the maximum accessible horsepower, utilizing its 328 hp advantage.
You prefer using regular unleaded fuel over premium unleaded gasoline.
A larger, imposing vehicle presence with more overall bulk is desired for family transport.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi A4 allroad	Buick Enclave
Length	187.5"	207.6"
Width	72.7"	79.6"
Height	58.8"	71.0"
Wheelbase	110.9"	120.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Buick
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Buick
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	261 hp @ 6300 rpm	328 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	273 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm	326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Buick
Transmission Type	7-speed automated manual	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Buick
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	23/30 MPG	20/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	26 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.9/459.0 mi.	388.0/523.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.3 gal.	19.4 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Buick
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Buick
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	30.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	180W	—
Speaker System	10	12
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bose
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Buick
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	—
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Buick
Front Head Room	37.4 in.	42.6 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	44.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	62.2 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	58.7 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Buick
Rear Head Room	37.4 in.	40.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.7 in.	41.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	62.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	58.5 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Buick
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	245/45R H	P255/55R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Buick
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Buick
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi A4 allroad and 2025 Buick Enclave.

How significant is the power difference between these two vehicles on the road?

The 2025 Buick Enclave offers 328 horsepower, which is a notable 67 horsepower advantage over the 2025 Audi A4 allroad's 261 horsepower, translating to noticeably quicker acceleration potential in the Buick.

Which vehicle offers better fuel efficiency for long highway trips?

The 2025 Audi A4 allroad is the clear winner here, rated for 30 MPG highway, compared to the 2025 Buick Enclave's 27 MPG highway rating.

What is the main trade-off when choosing the Enclave's FWD setup over the Audi's AWD?

While the Enclave possesses more power, the Audi's standard all-wheel drive provides superior grip and stability in slick conditions, whereas the Enclave uses a front-wheel-drive layout.

Do the cargo capacities suggest one is better suited for hauling gear?

The Audi A4 allroad offers a slightly greater specified cargo volume at 24.2 cubic feet versus the Enclave's 22.9 cubic feet, despite the Enclave being physically much larger overall.

Are the fuel requirements similar for these performance levels?

The 2025 Audi A4 allroad recommends premium unleaded gasoline for its 261 hp engine, while the significantly more powerful 2025 Buick Enclave can operate happily on less expensive regular unleaded fuel.