Buick Enclave 2025: Price, consumption, picture, technical data.
At the top of the SUV range, the Buick Enclave presents a stylish, family-friendly and affordable alternative to European luxury crossovers. Although less flashy than rivals from BMW or Mercedes-Benz , Buick manages to appear more upscale than average. Inside, three rows of seats provide space for a large family.
SUV Buick Enclave
Like its corporate cousin, the Chevrolet Traverse , the Enclave is powered by a 3.6-liter V-6 engine that provides ample power and quiet operation. What buyers won’t find is the level of interior features and finishes offered by many of its competitors. However, Buick’s relatively low starting price offers an advantage for those looking for a bargain.
What’s new ?
Buick’s largest SUV gets a styling refresh , complete with modernized front and rear bumpers, updated exterior lighting elements, redesigned wheels and a revised center console with a new push-button switch. The top-of-the-line Avenir gets a luxury boost in the form of unique exterior trim, quilted leather upholstery, massaging front seats and new wood inlays for the cabin.
The rest of the range benefits from a host of new standard driver assistance systems such as automated emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring and automatic high beam. More advanced technologies such as adaptive cruise control, a head-up display and rear pedestrian warning are optional.
On the infotainment front, Buick has upgraded the Enclave’s standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities to work wirelessly.Spending big bucks on the top-of-the-line Avenir model won’t get you quite the luxurious environment we expect from a premium SUV, so we’d save the money and opt for the mid-range Essence.For around €44,000 (Euros), it’s a well-equipped family vehicle with plenty of features – such as onboard Wi-Fi, perforated leather seats and six USB ports – to keep passengers happy.
Engine, transmission and performance
Under the hood of every Enclave is a 310-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 that drives either the front wheels or all four wheels through an unobtrusive nine-speed automatic. It’s not the fastest crossover, but the Enclave is quick enough that there’s never any cause for fear when merging onto the highway, and the engine goes about its business while leaving the passenger cabin undisturbed. For those who need a hefty towing capacity, the Buick can tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped. A well-damped suspension helps the three-row SUV hide its bulk, but it never feels as sporty as, say, the Audi Q7. Instead, the Enclave trades comfort for a luxurious ride that glides over pockmarked asphalt and barely registers any harsh bumps. The steering offers adequate feedback for a crossover, with crisp responses and moderate effort.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
It’s unfair to expect economy-car efficiency from a hulking three-row like the Enclave, but competitors like the Volvo XC90 simply outshine the Buick in our testing. While the EPA’s ratings put these people movers in close heat, the XC90 easily exceeded its EPA highway estimate. On our 75-mph highway fuel economy route, part of our extensive testing program, the all-wheel-drive Enclave Avenir delivered exactly as promised: 25 mpg. Not bad, but not on par with the others. For more information on the Enclave’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, comfort and cargo
The Enclave’s cabin is as spacious inside as you’d expect from a vehicle this size, and Buick has included plenty of comfort and convenience features. Overall, the interior design is beautiful and practical, but material quality and attention to detail are what keep the Enclave from being competitive with its luxury-brand rivals. The wood trim looks and feels fancy, the sunshades for the optional panoramic roof aren’t power-operated, and only the second-row passenger seat slides forward to allow third-row passengers to get in and out—a clear cost-cutting measure that limits comfort. If cargo space is your primary concern, the Enclave is the best choice in the segment, offering the most cubic feet of storage in any of its configurations. In our testing, it swallowed a whopping 38 carry-on boxes with all seats down and accommodated an impressive five carry-on bags behind its power-operated third row of seats.
Infotainment and connectivity
Nestled in the dashboard between two asymmetrical air vents is the Enclave’s standard 8.0-inch IntelliLink touchscreen infotainment system. The interface is user-friendly and rendered in a beautiful layout with crisp graphics and a wealth of features. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both standard, and users can connect their devices to the internet via a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. Navigation with real-time traffic and weather updates is optional, as is a wireless charging pad for smartphones. All three rows of seats also have two USB ports for charging devices.
Safety and driver assistance functions
A variety of standard driver-assist technologies are offered even on the base Preferred model, but buyers who want enhanced features like adaptive cruise control will need to opt for a higher trim or purchase an option package. For more information on the Enclave’s crash test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection as standard
- Standard lane keeping assistant with lane departure warning
- Available adaptive cruise control
Warranty and maintenance coverage
Buick offers the most comprehensive powertrain warranty coverage among its major competitors and even sweetens the deal with a free maintenance visit within the first year of ownership. The XC90’s powertrain warranty isn’t as long as the Buick’s, but the Volvo offers longer free maintenance and more years of corrosion protection.
Price Buick Enclave
The initial market for the novelty is America. US dealers expect the arrival of the Buick Enclave in the coming months with a starting price of around €42,000 (Euro).
