History/Overview
Buick introduced the Enclave in 2008 as the brand’s first mainstream crossover model. It’s a spiritual successor to the Rainier SUV and the quirky Pontiac Aztek-based Rendezvous, both of which were sold through 2007.
What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year
There are no changes to the Enclave for 2023 following last year’s styling refresh.
Available Trims
Buick offers the Enclave in Essence, Premium, and Avenir trim levels, all of which are powered by a 3.6L engine, a nine-speed transmission, and all-wheel drive.
Standard Features
Enclave Essence comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, a hands-free tailgate, auto on/off LED headlights, and passive keyless entry. Inside, there are heated/power-adjustable front seats, an 8.0-inch touchscreen, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, three-zone A/C, and wireless phone charging.
Every Enclave also gets a safety suite comprising forward collision mitigation, automatic high beams, lane keep/lane change assist, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear park assist.
Premium trim gains power-folding side mirrors with driver’s auto dimming, a digital gauge display, 10-speaker audio, navigation, a head-up display, a power-adjustable steering wheel, front-seat lumbar, and ventilated front seats.
Avenir gets 20-inch wheels, a sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, and adaptive cruise control.
Key Options
To Essence models, you can add a touring package with 20-inch wheels; an “experience Buick” pack brings a sunroof, navigation, and 20-inch wheels; and the tech package bundles a digital rearview mirror, adaptive cruise, surround vision, and enhanced collision mitigation.
In Avenir trim, the tech pack consists of real-time damping suspension, and upgraded headlights.
Fuel Economy
Buick estimates the Enclave’s fuel consumption at 13.6/9.6 L/100 km (city/highway).
Competition
Compare the Enclave to the Volvo XC90, Acura MDX, Lexus RX L, Audi Q7, BMW X7, Infiniti QX60, and Mercedes-Benz GLS.