Buick Enclave Reviews

What Buick Enclave Reviews Say About The 2012 Buick Enclave

The 2012 Buick Enclave is an affordable midsize crossover SUV that can seat up to 8 adults and has a number of luxurious features. Buick Enclave reviews report that this is a great vehicle for families who enjoy a comfortable, quiet ride. Reviewers also comment on the satisfactory engine power, sleek exterior and interior, and high safety ratings. Overall, this is a highly rated SUV and one of the best crossover vehicles available today.

What Buick Enclave Reviews Say About the Performance

The Buick Enclave has a 288 horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 engine, which comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It is available in both front-wheel and all-wheel drive, and can tow up to 4,500 pounds. Reviewers say that the acceleration is acceptable, and that the vehicle drives well in many different conditions. Many seem satisfied with power of the engine, although a few Buick Enclave reviews point out that other SUVs in the same range have better acceleration and towing capacities. In terms of the overall ride, the independent suspension makes journeys in the Enclave extremely smooth and relaxing. As for the fuel economy, the front-wheel drive models can get up to 17 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway, while the all-wheel drive version gets 16 and 22 mpg respectively.

What Buick Enclave Reviews Say About the Interior

Reviewers are typically unanimous in their reviews of the Enclave’s interior in that they say it is luxurious, refined and quiet. There is a great deal of space inside the vehicle with three rows of seats, which can accommodate a total of 8 adults. The vehicle also has 19 cubic feet of cargo space, but with the second and third row folded down, the cargo space increases to 116 cubic feet. Many reviewers comment on the easy-to-use controls, clearly lit luminous gauges, classic wood-grain inlays, and the unique Art Deco-style analog clock on the dash. Standard features include a satellite radio, power liftgate, telescopic steering column, Bluetooth capabilities, and cruise control. Additional options include a navigation system, front parking sensors, a Bose audio system, a dual panel sunroof, and a rear-seat DVD entertainment system.

What Buick Enclave Reviews Say About the Exterior

Unlike many SUVs, the Buick Enclave is neither boxy nor truck-like. It is built on a car platform, but has many of the features of a luxury SUV. It has a long body with gentle curves that many reviewers have called sexy, curvaceous, and stylish. There is a waterfall grill in the front as well as xenon headlights with clear lenses for ample road illumination. The base model has 19-inch wheels, although 20-inch wheels are available as an additional option. Other additional options include remote starting, and heated mirrors outside that fold down and have built-in turn signals. Some reviewers have commented that the long body makes maneuvering and parking a bit of a hassle, but overall the responses to the exterior are very good.

The Buick Enclave Safety Ratings

The 2012 Enclave gets extremely high ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. They have named it a ‘Top Safety Pick’. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the Enclave four stars for its front impact and five stars for its side impact, with an overall rating of five stars. A few reviewers comment on the fact that the rear view mirrors could better, but this problem is quickly solved with an upgrade to the rearview camera and rear parking sensor features.

Overall, Buick Enclave reviews report that the car is a stylish, and luxurious midsize SUV that offers a smooth, quiet ride, and adequate power for cruising around the city or taking long road trips. It is roomy enough for large families or groups, and it can fit an above-average load of cargo. Although the car may not be as fast or powerful as some of the other SUVs on the market, it is a perfectly capable vehicle for those who are looking for a comfortable, spacious ride.

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About Charles Mason

He has been an automotive enthusiast for all of his life. Now that regular SUVs are more and more replaced by crossovers he is focusing his love on these. He loves to research on specific makes and models or to compare models. That is why this website was created, so others could profit from this knowledge and passion.

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