2027 Buick Enclave vs. 2027 Chevrolet Traverse

DeVoe Buick GMC says the Enclave has the edge on comfort and convenience that can make it better for families overall, offering a more advanced Active Noise Cancellation system, QuietTuning, and standard rear climate controls that the Traverse lacks, calling the Enclave essentially the more luxurious version of the three-row Traverse, with a standard 16-speaker audio system versus the Traverse's 6. TrueCar says the Chevrolet Traverse's $42,795 MSRP undercuts the Buick Enclave's $48,395 by $5,600, and the Traverse also wins on fuel economy at 20 city/26 highway mpg versus the Enclave's 20 city/25 highway.

Which to choose, and why

The Enclave is the more luxurious version of the Traverse

DeVoe Buick GMC (opens in a new tab) says the Enclave has the edge on comfort and convenience that can make it better for families overall, offering a more advanced Active Noise Cancellation system, QuietTuning, and standard rear climate controls that the Traverse lacks, calling the Enclave essentially the more luxurious version of the three-row Traverse, with a standard 16-speaker audio system versus the Traverse's 6.

$5,600 cheaper, thriftier Traverse

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Chevrolet Traverse's $42,795 MSRP undercuts the Buick Enclave's $48,395 by $5,600, and the Traverse also wins on fuel economy at 20 city/26 highway mpg versus the Enclave's 20 city/25 highway.

Questions buyers ask

Which is more luxurious, the Buick Enclave or Chevrolet Traverse?

DeVoe Buick GMC (opens in a new tab) says the Enclave, calling it essentially the more luxurious version of the Traverse.

Which is cheaper, the Buick Enclave or Chevrolet Traverse?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Traverse, by $5,600 at MSRP.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Buick Enclave: 2 records · Chevrolet Traverse: 2 records.

Decision field	Buick Enclave	Chevrolet Traverse
Exact EPA records	2	2
Model / option labels	2	2
Drive layouts	All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	2.5L 4-cyl SIDI	2.5L 4-cyl SIDI
Transmissions	Automatic 8-spd	Automatic 8-spd
Fuel types	Regular	Regular
EPA classes	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency	21–22 MPG/MPGe	21–22 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$2950–3100 per year	$2950–3100 per year

Head to head

Buick Enclave vs. Chevrolet Traverse: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Buick Enclave	Chevrolet Traverse
Starting price (KBB base)	$48,595	$42,795
Top trim price (KBB base)	$67,295	$60,095
Horsepower	328 hp	328 hp
Torque	326 lb-ft	326 lb-ft
Curb weight	4,733 lb	n/a
Length	207.6 in	204.5-204.7 in
Wheelbase	121 in	121 in
Cargo volume	97.5 cu ft	97.6 cu ft
Towing capacity	5,000 lb	5,000 lb
Seating	7 seats	7-8 seats
Basic warranty	3 years	3 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2027 model year); prices are KBB base prices.

The Chevrolet Traverse starts $5,800 lower: $42,795 against $48,595 before options and fees.
Both list the same peak horsepower: 328 hp.
Both list the same peak torque: 326 lb-ft.
On length, the Buick Enclave leads: 207.6 in against 204.7 in.
Both list the same wheelbase: 121 in.
On cargo volume, the Chevrolet Traverse leads: 97.6 cu ft against 97.5 cu ft.
Both list the same maximum towing capacity: 5,000 lb.
On seating capacity, the Chevrolet Traverse leads: 8 seats against 7 seats.
Both list the same basic warranty: 3 years.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Buick Enclave and the Chevrolet Traverse.

2027 Buick Enclave

The Buick Enclave is a three-row full-size crossover SUV produced by General Motors since 2007. It was previewed at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, officially as a concept car, making it the first Lambda vehicle to be displayed. The Enclave is partially based on the Buick Centieme concept shown at the 2003 Detroit Auto Show.

Source: Buick Enclave (Wikipedia)

Recent recalls (1 campaign across the latest model years)

February 2026, Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual. General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette… Consequence: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Owners filed 37 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Buick Enclave, most often about service brakes (14), electrical system (9), unknown or other (7).

2027 Chevrolet Traverse

The Chevrolet Traverse is a full-size crossover SUV with three-row seating built by General Motors produced since the 2009 model year. It is built on the same platform as the GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave, known as the Lambda platform for the first generation, and the C1XX for the second generation. It also shares the C1XX platform with the Cadillac XT6.

Source: Chevrolet Traverse (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (1 campaign across the latest model years)

February 2026, Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual. General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette… Consequence: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Owners filed 177 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse, most often about service brakes (112), forward collision avoidance (61), electrical system (45).

Open both dossiers

Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

01 · 2027Buick Enclave2 configurations →02 · 2027Chevrolet Traverse2 configurations →

Comparison answer desk

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Q01Which is more efficient: the 2027 Buick Enclave or the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?

Efficiency

Neither the 2027 Buick Enclave nor the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse separates on this field: both list a 21.5 combined MPG/MPGe midpoint in this snapshot.