2016
Buick Enclave

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Available trims

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  • FWD 4dr Convenience
    Starts at
    $39,065
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Leather
    Starts at
    $43,660
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Leather
    Starts at
    $45,660
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Premium
    Starts at
    $47,515
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Premium
    Starts at
    $49,515
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

New Tuscan Edition for 2016
4G LTE connectivity and Wi-Fi hot spot
Forward collision alert, lane departure warning available
Seats seven or eight, depending on configuration
Front- or all-wheel drive
Airbag between front seats standard

The good & the bad

The good

Center dashboard design
IntelliLink multimedia system standard
Ride quality
Towing capacity

The bad

Hulking size hurts maneuverability
Large turning circle
Not as luxurious as competitors
Cramped third row
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Expert 2016 Buick Enclave review

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Vehicle Overview

Buick’s three-row Enclave is the most luxury-oriented SUV of its GM siblings, which include the Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia. It seats seven or eight, and competitors include the Acura MDX, Lexus RX 350 and Volvo XC90.
New for 2016
Buick has added 4G LTE connectivity and a standard Wi-Fi hotspot for up to seven electronic devices. There’s also a new Tuscan Edition with a bronze waterfall grille and 20-inch chrome wheels with bronze pockets.
Significant Standard Features

  • Remote start system
  • Built-in Wi-Fi hot spot and IntelliLink multimedia system with 6.5-inch touch-screen
  • Underfloor storage system in cargo area
  • Backup camera
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Power liftgate
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Heated and cooled front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Power tilt/telescoping steering wheel
  • Navigation system
  • Blind spot warning system and rear cross-traffic alert
  • Lane departure warning
  • Forward collision warning

2016 Buick Enclave review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

Buick’s three-row Enclave is the most luxury-oriented SUV of its GM siblings, which include the Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia. It seats seven or eight, and competitors include the Acura MDX, Lexus RX 350 and Volvo XC90.
New for 2016
Buick has added 4G LTE connectivity and a standard Wi-Fi hotspot for up to seven electronic devices. There’s also a new Tuscan Edition with a bronze waterfall grille and 20-inch chrome wheels with bronze pockets.
Significant Standard Features

  • Remote start system
  • Built-in Wi-Fi hot spot and IntelliLink multimedia system with 6.5-inch touch-screen
  • Underfloor storage system in cargo area
  • Backup camera
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Power liftgate
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Heated and cooled front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Power tilt/telescoping steering wheel
  • Navigation system
  • Blind spot warning system and rear cross-traffic alert
  • Lane departure warning
  • Forward collision warning

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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Buick Enclave base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
16.9%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
16.9%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
6 years / 70,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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    MPG
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    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
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    Front-wheel drive
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Buick Enclave?

The 2016 Buick Enclave is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Convenience (1 style)
  • Leather (2 styles)
  • Premium (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Buick Enclave?

The 2016 Buick Enclave offers up to 15 MPG in city driving and 22 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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