2026 Buick Enclave vs 2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

$46,200 · Crossover

$40,075 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Trying to decide between size and outright luxury or hybrid efficiency and affordability? That's the core conflict between the 2026 Buick Enclave and the 2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid. The Enclave provides substantial presence, measuring 207.6 inches long and delivering a punchy 328 horsepower from its engine. However, this size and power come at a cost, reflected in its 23 combined MPG rating and a $46,200 MSRP. Conversely, the Tucson PHEV drastically undercuts the Buick on price at $40,075, offering a much thriftier 35 combined MPG, though its output is lower at 268 hp. Furthermore, the Tucson, while smaller overall, surprisingly boasts more usable space, packing 31.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Enclave's 22.9 cubic feet. This comparison pits traditional large-SUV comfort against modern, economical versatility.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid wins for commuters due to its superior 35 combined MPG efficiency, drastically cutting fuel costs for daily driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Despite being smaller, the Tucson offers significantly more maximum cargo capacity at 31.9 cu ft compared to the Enclave's 22.9 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Buick Enclave

The Buick Enclave appeals more to performance fans with its higher output of 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

The Tucson secures the value crown by saving buyers $6,125 upfront while delivering much better fuel economy.

Choose the Buick Enclave if...

You prioritize maximum horsepower, needing the 328 hp the Enclave provides.
You prefer the feel and ground presence of a physically larger vehicle (207.6 inches in length).
You require the power of a standard gasoline engine setup without worrying about electric range limitations.

Choose the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid if...

Your primary concern is fuel budget, benefiting from the 35 combined MPG rating.
You want to maximize cargo space within a tighter footprint, as it offers 31.9 cu ft versus the Buick's 22.9 cu ft.
You want to utilize 32 miles of pure electric driving range before the gas engine engages.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Buick Enclave	Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid
Length	207.6"	182.7"
Width	79.6"	73.4"
Height	71.0"	66.3"
Wheelbase	120.9"	108.5"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
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	3
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	1.6 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	328 hp @ 5500 rpm	268 hp
Torque	326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm	271 lb-ft
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	Buick	Hyundai
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/27 MPG	35/35 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	23 MPG	35 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	388.0/523.8 mi.	388.5/388.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.4 gal.	11.1 gal.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	80/73 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	77 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	32 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	44
Charging Time (240V)	—	2.0 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	SAE J1772

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
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	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Extended Cabin Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Infotainment Display	30.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bose	—
Speaker System	12	6
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	Hyundai
One-Touch Power Windows	4	2
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Front Head Room	42.6 in.	40.1 in.
Front Leg Room	44.3 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	62.2 in.	57.6 in.
Front Hip Room	58.7 in.	54.5 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	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	39.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.5 in.	41.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	62.1 in.	56.0 in.
Rear Hip Room	58.5 in.	53.9 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P255/55R20	235/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	—
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.5 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2026 Buick Enclave and 2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

Is the 2026 Buick Enclave or the Tucson PHEV bigger inside?

Surprisingly, the smaller 2026 Hyundai Tucson PHEV wins on sheer maximum cargo capacity, offering 31.9 cu ft compared to the much larger Buick Enclave's 22.9 cu ft.

How much more expensive is the Buick Enclave?

The 2026 Buick Enclave has an MSRP of $46,200, making it $6,125 more expensive than the $40,075 starting price of the 2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

Which vehicle provides better highway driving efficiency?

The Tucson PHEV maintains excellent efficiency across the board, posting 35 MPG city/highway, while the Enclave is rated lower at 27 MPG on the highway.

Can I get AWD on both vehicles?

No, the specifications list the 2026 Tucson PHEV as All-Wheel Drive, while the 2026 Buick Enclave comes standard with Front Wheel Drive.

If I care about performance, which crossover should I choose?

The Buick Enclave is the clear winner for power enthusiasts, boasting 328 horsepower compared to the Tucson's 268 horsepower.

Does the Tucson PHEV run solely on gas like the Enclave?

No, the Tucson is a Plug-In Hybrid capable of traveling up to 32 miles solely on electric power before switching to its gasoline engine and hybrid system.