The 2027 Buick Enclave carries a 30-inch ultrawide infotainment display, the largest in its class. The Traverse uses a 17.7-inch screen and shares the same 328 hp engine but skips several premium standard features. This page compares both SUVs side by side, with current Enclave inventory available at Greg Hubler Buick GMC.
Buyers who prioritize a refined cabin, a class-leading display, and available Super Cruise hands-free driving will find the 2027 Enclave the stronger choice. Buyers who want a rugged-leaning option or a specific off-road-inspired trim should consider the Traverse Z71. For everyday family hauling in Marion, IN and across Indiana, the Enclave delivers more standard technology per dollar without sacrificing a single seat or pound of towing capacity.
| Specification | 2027 Buick Enclave | 2027 Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L Turbo I-4 | 2.5L Turbo I-4 |
| Horsepower | 328 hp | 328 hp |
| Torque | 326 lb-ft | 326 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD standard, AWD available | FWD standard; AWD optional (LT, RS, High Country); AWD standard (Z71) |
| EPA Combined MPG | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| EPA City / Hwy | 20 / 25 mpg | 20 / 26 mpg |
| Seating | 7 | 7 |
| Cargo Behind 3rd Row | 22.9 cu ft | 22.9 cu ft |
| Cargo Behind 2nd Row | 57.1 cu ft | 56.6 cu ft |
| Max Cargo | 97.5 cu ft | 98 cu ft |
| Towing | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs |
| Infotainment Display | 30-inch ultrawide | 17.7-inch touchscreen |
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain Warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 5 Yr / 60,000 Mi |
| Trims | Preferred, Sport Touring, Avenir | LT, Z71, RS, High Country |
Both SUVs share identical mechanical foundations. The 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder produces 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque in each vehicle, routed through an 8-speed automatic transmission. Both tow up to 5,000 lbs and return 22 mpg combined.
The Enclave adds EPA city and highway breakdowns of 20 and 25 mpg respectively, whereas confirmed city and highway figures for the Traverse are not currently published. AWD is available on the Enclave across its trim lineup. On the Traverse, AWD is optional on LT, RS, and High Country trims and standard only on the Z71.
The Traverse Z71 is the only trim in this comparison with a defined off-road orientation. If you need a factory off-road package, the Z71 fills that role. For buyers focused on a smooth, well-insulated highway ride, the Enclave’s tuning and cabin refinement serve that goal more directly.
Cargo numbers are nearly identical. The Enclave offers 22.9 cu ft behind the third row, 57.1 cu ft behind the second row, and 97.5 cu ft of maximum space. The Traverse posts 22.9, 56.6, and 98 cu ft at those same points, a difference that will not register on any real shopping trip.
Where the Enclave pulls ahead is in daily usability features built into the cabin. One-touch flat-folding and sliding second-row seats make third-row access straightforward. The power 60/40 split-folding third-row bench folds without manual effort. An AutoSense Power Liftgate is standard on both vehicles.
The Enclave Avenir trim adds the brand’s flagship interior treatment, and all three Enclave trims include 126 ambient interior lighting color options. The Traverse does not list a comparable ambient lighting feature in its published specifications. Both SUVs carry seven passengers, with no option for an eight-seat configuration on either.
The Enclave measures 207.6 inches long and 70.98 inches tall, with 6.77 inches of ground clearance. The Traverse’s dimensional figures are not in its published brief for 2027, so a direct size comparison is not possible here.
This is the sharpest gap between these two SUVs. The Enclave’s 30-inch diagonal ultrawide infotainment display is the largest in its class, against the Traverse’s 17.7-inch touchscreen. Both systems run Google’s software layer, but the Enclave uses Google Assistant voice control specifically, while the Traverse carries Google Built-In with Google Maps, Google Play, and Google Gemini.
Audio quality differs by trim. The Enclave Preferred and Sport Touring come standard with a Bose Premium 12-speaker system including a subwoofer. The Avenir upgrades to a Bose Performance 16-speaker system with a subwoofer. The Traverse lists AM/FM radio and Bluetooth as its audio baseline, with no premium audio system specified in its published specs.
Both SUVs offer available Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance technology. The Enclave includes a Head-Up Display, which is not listed as a Traverse feature. Wireless phone charging sits in the Enclave’s floating center console as standard equipment. The Traverse lists wireless smartphone connectivity without specifying a built-in wireless charger.
On safety, the Enclave comes standard with Automatic Emergency Braking covering pedestrians and bicyclists, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, and Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking. The Traverse leads with Rear Pedestrian Alert and Adaptive Cruise Control as part of its 20-plus standard safety and driver assistance features. The Traverse’s standard feature count is broader on paper, but the Enclave’s intersection-specific AEB is a meaningful addition for urban driving.
The Enclave includes OnStar Automatic Crash Response for 8 years through OnStar One Essentials. The Traverse lists OnStar services as available, not standard.
Buick’s 5-year / 60,000-mile powertrain warranty gives Enclave buyers an extra two years and 24,000 miles of covered powertrain protection compared to what Chevrolet currently publishes for the Traverse. Both carry the same 3-year / 36,000-mile basic warranty.
The Enclave’s standard technology load, including the 30-inch display, Bose audio, Head-Up Display, wireless charging, and 8 years of OnStar Automatic Crash Response, represents equipment buyers would otherwise pay to add on competing vehicles. The Traverse’s strength is trim flexibility, particularly for buyers who want a factory Z71 AWD setup or prefer the RS sport styling package. Neither vehicle requires premium fuel; both run on regular unleaded.
For most buyers shopping 3-row SUVs in Marion, IN, and the surrounding Indiana market, the Enclave’s standard technology advantage and stronger warranty coverage make it the more complete package at the crossover level the two vehicles share.
The 2027 Buick Enclave is in stock at Greg Hubler Buick GMC, serving Marion and buyers across Indiana. Compare trims in person, put the 30-inch display through its paces, and see how the Avenir’s 16-speaker Bose system sounds on a test drive. The team at Greg Hubler Buick GMC can walk you through AWD availability, Super Cruise, and every color option from Iridescent White Tricoat to Emerald Green Metallic.
Yes. The Enclave carries a 30-inch diagonal ultrawide infotainment display, the largest in its class. The Traverse uses a 17.7-inch touchscreen.
Yes. Both use a 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder producing 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Both tow up to 5,000 lbs. Neither vehicle has a towing advantage over the other.
FWD is standard on the Enclave. AWD is available across the Enclave trim lineup. The Traverse offers AWD as optional on LT, RS, and High Country trims, and standard on the Z71.
The Enclave offers 22.9 cu ft behind the third row, 57.1 cu ft behind the second row, and 97.5 cu ft of maximum cargo space with all rows folded.
Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance technology is available on the Enclave. The Traverse also offers Super Cruise as an available option.
The Enclave carries a 3-year / 36,000-mile basic warranty and a 5-year / 60,000-mile powertrain warranty. The Traverse publishes a 3-year / 36,000-mile basic warranty; its powertrain warranty term is not currently published.
Greg Hubler Buick GMC in Marion, IN carries current Enclave inventory. Use the links on this page to browse stock or schedule a test drive.
