2026 Buick Enclave vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class 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 G-Class

2025 Mercedes-Benz
G-Class

MSRP*: $148,250 to $161,500
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MPG - City 19 MPG 17 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 68.6 - 70.3 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 443-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 579-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 328 hp 443 - 579 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,000 lbs
Exterior Length 207.6 in 182.0 - 190.0 in
Exterior Width 79.6 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 38.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 in
Front 41.9 in
Rear 40.5 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
The Buick Enclave offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. 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 G-Class.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Buick Enclave as you will with the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 G-Class, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Enclave is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, 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 G-Class.

Handling
The Buick Enclave has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Buick Enclave has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

Powertrain
The Buick Enclave has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Buick Enclave offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Buick Enclave, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.