2023 Buick Enclave vs. 2023 Lincoln Nautilus | NewCars.com

2023 Buick Enclave vs. 2023 Lincoln Nautilus Review

Picture of the 2023 Buick Enclave

2023 Buick
Enclave

MSRP*: $44,800 to $59,470
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Picture of the 2023 Lincoln Nautilus

2023 Lincoln
Nautilus

MSRP*: $44,825 to $67,245
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 19 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.4 ft3 68.8 ft3
Engine
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 335-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 310 hp 250 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 204.8 in 190.0 in
Exterior Width 78.8 in 86.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 39.0 - 39.9 in
Front 37.8 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.6 - 39.2 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 rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Lincoln Nautilus, with comparable head- and legroom. 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 Lincoln Nautilus.

Convenience
The Buick Enclave requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lincoln Nautilus, making it more convenient to drive.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Buick Enclave will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Enclave is much slimmer than the Lincoln Nautilus, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. 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 Lincoln Nautilus.

Handling
The Buick Enclave has the same turning radius as the Lincoln Nautilus, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Buick Enclave has a little more horsepower than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Buick Enclave doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lincoln Nautilus.

Utility
The Buick Enclave offers greater seating capacity than the Lincoln Nautilus, 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 Lincoln Nautilus.