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Audi Q5 vs Buick Enclave

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Audi Q5

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2027 Buick Enclave

Overview

SpecAudi Q5PremiumBuick EnclavePreferred
Selected trimPremiumPreferred
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q5PremiumBuick EnclavePreferred
MSRP$52,800$46,600 (best)
Lowest listing price$11,093$6,873 (best)
Median listing price$43,423 (best)$51,374
Highest listing price$68,618 (best)$68,770
For sale now101235 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q5PremiumBuick EnclavePreferred
Combined MPG24 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG21 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)25 MPG
Fuel tank17.2 gal19.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi Q5PremiumBuick EnclavePreferred
Horsepower268 hp328 hp (best)
Torque295 lb-ft326 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q5PremiumBuick EnclavePreferred
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume56.9 cu ft97.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity4,400 lbs5,000 lbs (best)
Payload1,036 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,211 lbs (best)4,537 lbs
Ground clearance6.8 in (best)
Wheelbase110.9 in120.9 in (best)
Length185.7 in207.6 in (best)
Width74.8 in79.6 in (best)
Height65.7 in71 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q5PremiumBuick EnclavePreferred
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi Q5Buick Enclave
1

Premium

$52,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Preferred

$46,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$55,700 MSRP

Sport Touring

$50,100 MSRP

3

Prestige

$60,700 MSRP

Avenir

$63,300 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi Q5 vs Buick Enclave FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Buick Enclave?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 vs 2027 Buick Enclave on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Buick Enclave?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Buick Enclave starts lower at $46,600. Live Audi Q5 listings start at $11,093. Live Buick Enclave listings start at $6,873.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Buick Enclave?
The 2027 Buick Enclave leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (46,600).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Buick Enclave?
The 2026 Audi Q5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Buick Enclave?
The 2027 Buick Enclave leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
Which has better seats: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Buick Enclave?
The 2027 Buick Enclave leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Buick Enclave?
The 2027 Buick Enclave leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q5 vs 2027 Buick Enclave?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).