2026 Buick Enclave vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 Review

Picture of the 2026 Buick Enclave

2026 Buick
Enclave

MSRP*: $46,400 to $60,000
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43

2025 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLC 43

MSRP*: $67,100 to $72,900
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MPG - City 19 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 59.3 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 416-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 328 hp 416 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 207.6 in 187.0 - 188.7 in
Exterior Width 79.6 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 in
Front 38.9 - 41.1 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Buick Enclave than in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43. The Buick Enclave will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Convenience
The Buick Enclave requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Buick Enclave is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Enclave is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Buick Enclave, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Buick Enclave has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Buick Enclave doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Utility
The Buick Enclave offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.