2025 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2026 Buick Enclave

$30,245 · Crossover

$46,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan and the 2026 Buick Enclave lies in their Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), with the Enclave commanding a $15,955 premium, starting at $46,200 versus the Tiguan's $30,245. This pricing disparity is reflected in performance metrics; the Enclave produces 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque, significantly outclassing the Tiguan's 201 hp and 207 lb-ft. However, efficiency favors the smaller crossover, as the Tiguan achieves a combined 29 MPG compared to the Enclave's 23 MPG. Dimensionally, the Enclave is considerably larger at 207.6 inches long, while the Tiguan offers slightly more usable storage space with 26.5 cubic feet versus the Enclave's 22.9 cubic feet, despite the Enclave's overall bulkier exterior dimensions.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan is the definitive winner for commuters due to its superior combined 29 MPG rating, saving operational costs over the Enclave's 23 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Buick Enclave

Despite the lower cargo volume (22.9 cu ft vs. 26.5 cu ft), the 2026 Buick Enclave's substantially greater exterior dimensions (207.6 inches length vs. 184.4 inches) likely translate to more overall passenger space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Buick Enclave

The 2026 Buick Enclave offers significantly higher performance metrics, producing 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque compared to the Tiguan's 201 hp and 207 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

The Tiguan presents superior value, costing $15,955 less while delivering better fuel economy and sufficient daily performance.

Choose the Volkswagen Tiguan if...

Your primary concern is minimizing running costs, given the Tiguan's 29 MPG combined efficiency.
You seek the most affordable entry point, with an MSRP of $30,245.
You prefer a slightly more maneuverable vehicle, evidenced by the Tiguan's 184.4-inch length compared to the Enclave's 207.6 inches.

Choose the Buick Enclave if...

Maximum power output is required, provided by the Enclave's 328 hp engine.
You require the larger physical footprint, as the Enclave has a width of 79.6 inches versus the Tiguan's 73.0 inches.
The higher starting price of $46,200 is justifiable for the increased engine output and size.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volkswagen Tiguan	Buick Enclave
Length	184.4"	207.6"
Width	73.0"	79.6"
Height	66.1"	71.0"
Wheelbase	109.9"	120.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Volkswagen	Buick
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear 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
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Volkswagen	Buick
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	201 hp @ 5250 rpm	328 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	207 lb-ft @ 1500 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	Volkswagen	Buick
Transmission Type	8-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Volkswagen	Buick
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	26/34 MPG	20/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	29 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	377.0/493.0 mi.	388.0/523.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 gal.	19.4 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Volkswagen	Buick
Infotainment Display	12.9 in	30.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	7	12
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bose
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Volkswagen	Buick
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
One-Touch Power Windows	—	4

Frontseats

Feature	Volkswagen	Buick
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	42.6 in.
Front Leg Room	40.2 in.	44.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.0 in.	62.2 in.
Front Hip Room	54.4 in.	58.7 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	2-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Volkswagen	Buick
Rear Head Room	39.7 in.	40.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.2 in.	41.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.7 in.	62.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.3 in.	58.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Volkswagen	Buick
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	17 x 7.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	215/65R H	P255/55R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Volkswagen	Buick
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ 100000 mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 20000 mi.	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2026 Buick Enclave.

What is the horsepower and torque differential between the two crossovers?

The 2026 Buick Enclave has a significant power advantage, offering 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque. This substantially exceeds the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan's output of 201 hp and 207 lb-ft.

How does the fuel economy compare for routine driving?

The Volkswagen Tiguan is notably more efficient, achieving a combined 29 MPG (26 city/34 highway). The larger Buick Enclave achieves a lower combined 23 MPG (20 city/27 highway).

Is the 2026 Buick Enclave larger than the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan in exterior size?

Yes, the Enclave is substantially larger across all dimensions; it measures 207.6 inches in length, compared to the Tiguan's 184.4 inches, and has a greater width and height.

Which vehicle offers more usable cargo space behind the rear seats?

Surprisingly, the smaller Volkswagen Tiguan offers slightly more stated cargo capacity at 26.5 cubic feet. The 2026 Buick Enclave lists its cargo capacity at 22.9 cubic feet.

What is the initial price gap between the base models?

The 2026 Buick Enclave starts at an MSRP of $46,200, creating a price gap of $15,955 compared to the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan starting at $30,245.

Do both vehicles require premium gasoline?

No, both the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan and the 2026 Buick Enclave are specified to use regular unleaded fuel, simplifying fueling costs despite the efficiency differences.