Buick Enclave vs Lincoln MKX
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 Lincoln MKX
Overview
| Spec | Buick EnclavePreferred | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Preferred | Premiere |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick EnclavePreferred | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $46,200 | $39,035 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick EnclavePreferred | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.4 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick EnclavePreferred | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 328 hp (best) | 303 hp |
| Torque | 326 lb-ft (best) | 278 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick EnclavePreferred | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 97.5 cu ft (best) | 37.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,537 lbs | 4,168 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in | 7.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in (best) | 112.2 in |
| Length | 207.6 in (best) | 190 in |
| Width | 79.6 in (best) | 76.1 in |
| Height | 71 in (best) | 66.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick EnclavePreferred | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Buick Enclave | Lincoln MKX |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preferred $46,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premiere $39,035 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport Touring $49,700 MSRP | Premiere $41,530 MSRP |
| 3 | Avenir $59,600 MSRP | Select $42,550 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Select $45,045 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Reserve $46,560 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Reserve $49,055 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Black Label $54,230 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Black Label $56,725 MSRP |