2025 Buick Enclave vs 2025 Cadillac XT6

$45,100 · Crossover

$49,195 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant specification differential between the 2025 Buick Enclave (Car 1) and the 2025 Cadillac XT6 (Car 2) is the substantial 93 horsepower gap, with the Enclave delivering 328 hp compared to the XT6’s 235 hp, supported by a torque advantage of 326 lb-ft versus 258 lb-ft. Financially, the Enclave presents superior value starting at an MSRP of $45,100, undercutting the XT6’s $49,195 price tag by $4,095. Size metrics favor the Enclave considerably in utility; it is 9.1 inches longer at 207.6 inches and offers nearly double the standard cargo capacity at 22.9 cu ft compared to the XT6's 12.6 cu ft. Both vehicles achieve an identical 23 MPG combined rating, though the XT6 mandates premium unleaded fuel, while the Enclave uses regular unleaded. The XT6 utilizes a 9-speed automatic transmission versus the Enclave’s 8-speed unit, despite being less powerful overall.

Size Comparison

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Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Buick Enclave

The 2025 Buick Enclave wins for commuters due to its lower MSRP of $45,100 and its requirement for less expensive regular unleaded fuel.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Buick Enclave

The Enclave offers significantly more utility with 22.9 cu ft of cargo space, substantially exceeding the XT6’s 12.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Buick Enclave

Car 1 provides superior performance metrics, delivering 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque compared to Car 2's 235 hp and 258 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Buick Enclave

The Buick Enclave is the better value proposition, starting $4,095 cheaper while offering 93 more horsepower.

Choose the Buick Enclave if...

You prioritize outright engine output, benefiting from 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque.
You require maximum cargo volume, as the Enclave provides 22.9 cu ft versus the XT6's 12.6 cu ft.
You wish to save approximately $4,100 upfront and utilize regular unleaded gasoline.

Choose the Cadillac XT6 if...

You prefer a marginally smoother powertrain operation with a 9-speed automatic transmission.
You favor the slightly more efficient City MPG rating of 21 versus the Enclave’s 20 MPG city rating.
You prefer the XT6's more compact exterior dimensions, measuring 198.5 inches long compared to the Enclave's 207.6 inches.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Buick Enclave	Cadillac XT6
Length	207.6"	198.5"
Width	79.6"	77.3"
Height	71.0"	69.9"
Wheelbase	120.9"	113.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Buick	Cadillac
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row 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 Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	2	2
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Buick	Cadillac
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	328 hp @ 5500 rpm	235 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Buick	Cadillac
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Buick	Cadillac
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/27 MPG	21/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	23 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	388.0/523.8 mi.	399.0/513.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.4 gal.	19.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Buick	Cadillac
Infotainment Display	30.0 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bose	Bose
Speaker System	12	8
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Buick	Cadillac
Front Head Room	42.6 in.	39.8 in.
Front Leg Room	44.3 in.	41.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	62.2 in.	58.3 in.
Front Hip Room	58.7 in.	50.1 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	2-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Buick	Cadillac
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.5 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	62.1 in.	57.4 in.
Rear Hip Room	58.5 in.	55.7 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Buick	Cadillac
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	18 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P255/55R20	P235/65R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Buick	Cadillac
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Buick Enclave and 2025 Cadillac XT6.

What is the difference in fuel economy between the 2025 Buick Enclave and the 2025 Cadillac XT6?

Both vehicles achieve an identical combined EPA rating of 23 MPG. However, the Cadillac XT6 mandates premium unleaded fuel, whereas the Buick Enclave operates efficiently on regular unleaded, potentially resulting in lower long-term running costs for the Enclave.

Which crossover has superior power figures?

The 2025 Buick Enclave significantly outperforms the XT6 in power output, offering 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque. The Cadillac XT6 trails considerably with only 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Is the 2025 Cadillac XT6 smaller than the 2025 Buick Enclave?

Yes, the XT6 is notably smaller, measuring 198.5 inches in length compared to the Enclave's 207.6 inches. This length difference results in the Enclave offering substantially more utility space.

How much more cargo space does the Buick Enclave offer?

The Enclave provides significantly more usable space, boasting 22.9 cu ft of cargo capacity. This is nearly double the 12.6 cu ft offered by the Cadillac XT6 behind the third row.

What is the price discrepancy between these two vehicles?

The 2025 Cadillac XT6 has a higher starting MSRP of $49,195, making it $4,095 more expensive than the 2025 Buick Enclave, which begins at $45,100.

Does the transmission type vary between the two crossovers?

Yes, the transmission specifications are different despite both utilizing shiftable automatics. The XT6 utilizes a 9-speed automatic, while the Enclave is equipped with an 8-speed automatic.