Complete configuration comparison

2027 Buick Enclave vs. 2027 Infiniti QX65

TrueCar says the Buick Enclave's $48,395 MSRP undercuts the INFINITI QX65's $55,565 by $7,170, a gap that stretches to $7,270 based on real-world average prices. CarWeek's own trim comparison shows the Enclave's 2.5L turbo four making 328 hp/326 lb-ft against the QX65's 2.0L turbo four at 268 hp/286 lb-ft, with the QX65 pairing a 9-speed automatic to the Enclave's 8-speed and carrying a notably longer warranty at 48-month/60,000-mile basic and 72-month/70,000-mile powertrain coverage versus the Enclave's 36-month/36,000-mile and 60-month/60,000-mile.

Which to choose, and why

TrueCar says the Buick Enclave's $48,395 MSRP undercuts the INFINITI QX65's $55,565 by $7,170, a gap that stretches to $7,270 based on real-world average prices. CarWeek's own trim comparison shows the Enclave's 2.5L turbo four making 328 hp/326 lb-ft against the QX65's 2.0L turbo four at 268 hp/286 lb-ft, with the QX65 pairing a 9-speed automatic to the Enclave's 8-speed and carrying a notably longer warranty at 48-month/60,000-mile basic and 72-month/70,000-mile powertrain coverage versus the Enclave's 36-month/36,000-mile and 60-month/60,000-mile.

$7,170 cheaper Enclave

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Buick Enclave's $48,395 MSRP undercuts the INFINITI QX65's $55,565 by $7,170, a gap that stretches to $7,270 based on real-world average prices.

More power for the Enclave, a longer warranty for the QX65

CarWeek's (opens in a new tab) own trim comparison shows the Enclave's 2.5L turbo four making 328 hp/326 lb-ft against the QX65's 2.0L turbo four at 268 hp/286 lb-ft, with the QX65 pairing a 9-speed automatic to the Enclave's 8-speed and carrying a notably longer warranty at 48-month/60,000-mile basic and 72-month/70,000-mile powertrain coverage versus the Enclave's 36-month/36,000-mile and 60-month/60,000-mile.

Questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper, the Buick Enclave or Infiniti QX65?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Enclave, by $7,170 at MSRP.

Which has more horsepower, the Buick Enclave or Infiniti QX65?

CarWeek (opens in a new tab) says the Enclave, at 328 hp versus the QX65's 268 hp.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Buick Enclave: 2 records · Infiniti QX65: 1 records.
Decision fieldBuick EnclaveInfiniti QX65
Exact EPA records21
Model / option labels21
Drive layoutsAll-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel DriveAll-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion2.5L 4-cyl SIDI2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI
TransmissionsAutomatic 8-spdAutomatic (S9)
Fuel typesRegularPremium
EPA classesStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency21–22 MPG/MPGe22 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listedNot listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate$2950–3100 per year$3650 per year

Head to head

Buick Enclave vs. Infiniti QX65: size, power, capability and price.

MeasureBuick EnclaveInfiniti QX65
Starting price (KBB base)$48,595$55,535
Top trim price (KBB base)$67,295$64,135
Horsepower328 hp268 hp
Torque326 lb-ft286 lb-ft
Curb weight4,733 lb4,663-4,715 lb
Length207.6 in198.9 in
Wheelbase121 in114.1 in
Cargo volume97.5 cu ft35.8 cu ft
Towing capacity5,000 lb6,000 lb
Seating7 seatsn/a
Basic warranty3 years4 years

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

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Buick Enclave and the Infiniti QX65.

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).

Open both dossiers

Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

Comparison answer desk

12 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2027 Buick Enclave or the 2027 Infiniti QX65?
Efficiency

The 2027 Infiniti QX65 lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (22 vs. the 2027 Buick Enclave's 21.5 MPG/MPGe).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q02How large is the efficiency gap between the 2027 Buick Enclave and the 2027 Infiniti QX65?
Efficiency

0.5 combined MPG/MPGe separates the 2027 Buick Enclave from the 2027 Infiniti QX65 at the midpoint, a relative difference of 2.3%.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q03Do the 2027 Buick Enclave and 2027 Infiniti QX65 share any drive layout?
Drivetrain

Yes. The 2027 Buick Enclave and the 2027 Infiniti QX65 both list All-Wheel Drive among their current drive designations.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q04Do the 2027 Buick Enclave and 2027 Infiniti QX65 share an engine or propulsion description?
Powertrain

No. Their current engine or propulsion descriptions do not overlap. The 2027 Buick Enclave lists 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI. The 2027 Infiniti QX65 lists 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q05Do the 2027 Buick Enclave and 2027 Infiniti QX65 share a transmission type?
Powertrain

No shared transmission description between the 2027 Buick Enclave and the 2027 Infiniti QX65 in this snapshot. 2027 Buick Enclave: Automatic 8-spd. 2027 Infiniti QX65: Automatic (S9).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q06Do the 2027 Buick Enclave and 2027 Infiniti QX65 run on the same fuel type?
Fuel

No. The 2027 Buick Enclave runs on Regular; the 2027 Infiniti QX65 runs on Premium.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q07Do the 2027 Buick Enclave and 2027 Infiniti QX65 use comparable propulsion technology?
Electrification

Yes, at least partly: the 2027 Buick Enclave and the 2027 Infiniti QX65 are both categorized under Conventional in this snapshot.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q08Which is cheaper to run: the 2027 Buick Enclave or the 2027 Infiniti QX65?
Ownership cost

The 2027 Buick Enclave lists the lower annual-cost estimate midpoint than the 2027 Infiniti QX65 ($3,025 vs. $3,650).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q09What is the annual running-cost gap between the 2027 Buick Enclave and the 2027 Infiniti QX65?
Ownership cost

$625 per year separates the 2027 Buick Enclave from the 2027 Infiniti QX65 at the midpoint under EPA's standardized assumptions.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q10Which lineup has more internal efficiency variation: the 2027 Buick Enclave or the 2027 Infiniti QX65?
Fuel economy

The 2027 Buick Enclave spans a wider combined-MPG range across its own current configurations than the 2027 Infiniti QX65 does (1 points vs. 0).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q11Are the 2027 Buick Enclave and the 2027 Infiniti QX65 in the same EPA size class?
Dimensions

Partly. The 2027 Buick Enclave and the 2027 Infiniti QX65 overlap on Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, but the 2027 Buick Enclave also carries Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q12Which offers more certified configurations, the 2027 Buick Enclave or the 2027 Infiniti QX65?
Choosing a configuration

The 2027 Buick Enclave, with 2 certification records against the 2027 Infiniti QX65's 1.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table

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