2008 Buick Enclave Consumer Reviews Page 5

Love my Enclave

Written by: Terie on 11/04/2007

Vehicle

2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

We looked at the CX-9 and thought that was as good as it got, until we found the Enclave, which is a super sized CX-9. The Enclave is so much more though, we bought the 8 passenger seating, which we could not get in the CX-9 and it still feels like we have lots of space. I really enjoy the roominess of the front seating area and love the looks of the Enclave. This is the best vehicle we have ever bought and doubt we could top it anytime in the near future, we are spoiled! It was worth the six month wait!

Favorite Features

Headlights that follow the road, All the room inside, the look of the vehicle, and the most comfortable seating ever! The Blue/Gold paint job.

Suggested Improvements

Allow the steering wheel to clear the gauges, I have a hard time seeing the speedometer. Reinforce the floor where you slide the second row seats forward. Lower latch systems on all seats so you can put your car seats anywhere.

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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It's a head turner!

Written by: randy changco on 10/30/2007

Vehicle

2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My last vehicles where Toyotas and a Chevy Suburban. My Toyota is still going strong but my Suburban is falling apart. I told my wife I'll never buy American but when she told me about the Enclave I went myself and test drove the car. Amazing look and comfort so I purchased one that same day and surprised my wife. Everywhere we go we get stopped and they ask what kind a car this is.

Favorite Features

Awesome look, comfort, and handling and priced very well for a good looking vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

The only downside is the front grille it seems flimsy and is attached to the front hood.

15 out 16 people found this review helpful

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Finest and Above Classs

Written by: Dr. Philip LeNoble on 10/30/2007

Vehicle

2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

We owned Bently, Porsche 911 Cabrio, GMC Denali and currently a 2007 Jaguar Vanden Plas sedan and wanted to downsize from from three vehicles to two so we sold the Porsche and the Denali....and being very picky, I came upon The Buick Enclave AWD CXL which I find is indeed superior in quality, entertainment,technology, safety features, ride, eye candy, interior comfort,back up camera, NAV system, stereo sound system, rear seat DVD, cargo room. remote start, automatic tailgate lift, wood grain and overall sophistocation. Climate control. Transmission is smooth and the get-away at the light is quick as is the boost from the automatic transmission to the six-speed manual adaptation. 15.5 mpg city

Favorite Features

Large interior, quality, seat and ride comfort, remote start, auto tailgate lift, high tech systems

Suggested Improvements

A hybrid model that transitions away from fossil fuels

18 out 24 people found this review helpful

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Buick (and GM) is back!

Written by: ccaats on 10/28/2007

Vehicle

2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

We have had our new Enclave for 2 weeks and couldn't be happier with our purchase. We have 4 children and this vehicle is the perfect vehicle for families who want versatility and prestige. The performance, ride comfort, interior space/comfort, handling, features and "WOW factor" are more than we could have imagined. To top it all off, the build quality and fit-finish are even better than anything on the road today! And for thousands less than Mercedes, Audi, Lexus, Infiniti, Land Rover, BMW....etc. It is time for the renaissance of the American Automobile....and the Buick Enclave is the flagship leading the revolution!

Favorite Features

Quiet tuning, articulating headlights, NAV system, Bose 5.1 audio system, rearview camera, OnStar, build quality

Suggested Improvements

Cooled seats, front collision avoidance sensors

13 out 13 people found this review helpful

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Best car ever.

Written by: stan on 10/26/2007

Vehicle

2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I have owned many luxury vehicles and I can say that the Enclave is the best ever. I can't wait to drive the car. It rewards you with each venture. It is smooth, quite and soothing. There are many pleasant features that give the occupants the feeling of surround luxury. I love the car!!

Favorite Features

The dash is impresive. The seats are comfortable with plenty of leg room. The audio system excells. Rear seating access is easy. Many excellent standard features that need to be seen.

Suggested Improvements

The rear window is small. The storage compartment in the rear floor could have been larger. The identification symbols on some of the controls could be clearer. There should have been more twelve volt outlets on the back of the console, (there are four overall).

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Big Blue

Written by: schapman on 10/24/2007

Vehicle

2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

We exhaustively shopped for this X- over vehicle, and selected this Enclave in Ming Blue (hence, "Big Blue.") It is without doubt, the finest vehicle I have purchased in 20 years (most recent purchases have been premium european sedans). The build quality and quality of materials used is awesome! I did not expect this from a US car company. I have 9300 miles, and everyone at the office fights to drive it. I would encourage anyone who has to haul people and their stuff on a routine basis to seriously consider this vehicle.

Favorite Features

The articulated headlights are the best safety feature ever. The climatization systems works perfectly, and the AV system will drive grown-ups to fighting over "XM," "No, FM," "No, here's a CD!". It is quiet as a tomb on the expressway, and makes that aggressive-beast driver in you yield.

Suggested Improvements

For a 5000 pound vehicle, the fuel economy is very good. I routinely get 21.3 combined. But less gas is better. There is no where else to improve this elegant comfortable vehicle.

27 out 28 people found this review helpful

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Best Vehicle I've Ever Owned

Written by: schwarz on 10/06/2007

Vehicle

2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

After buying the 2008 Enclave my husband and I never looked back. This is by far the most car for the money. It turns heads wherever we go and rightfully so. Its sleek style and detailed design commands attention. I would recommend anyone who needs a vehicle which seats more than 4 to take a good look at the Enclave. You will not regrete it! It is fun to drive and very comfortable. I hate long road trips, but for the first time in a long time, I'm looking forward to one. Buick, you did an outstanding job. This American made vehicle will give the foreign makers a run for their money.

Favorite Features

Super luxurious interior, genuine mahagony steering, leather seats. Love OnStar and turn by turn navagation, on board telephone, heated seats, stereo system is a 10, and the beautiful exterior design.

Suggested Improvements

Allow the owner to have the ability to connect any wireless carrier to the vehicle instead of limiting it to Verizon.

10 out 10 people found this review helpful

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A Smooth and Elegant CUV

Written by: Jim on 10/01/2007

Vehicle

2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Handles and rides like a dream. Considerably more power than the Pacifica that I traded in.The Bose audio system is terrific although I am still figuring out all the entertainment system controls. The Enclaves pictured in the brochure show a center console (small asterisk and print indicates rear center console available at a later date). So, from the front seat forward I rate the interior as having a very rich diamond and sapphire look but from the front seat back to the tailgate I give it a cardboard and plastic look. I hope GM offers the rear console as a dealer installed option at a reasonable price.

Favorite Features

Comfortable seats and smooth, quiet ride. Great audio system. Beautiful dash layout and graceful flowing lines. 19” chrome rims. Back up system. Headlights Overall the fit and finish is great.

Suggested Improvements

Two power outlets in dash (one switched and one unswitched). A dedicated odometer readout that is separate from the driver information button readouts (i.e. you can’t display avg mpg and the odometer at the same time). Extend the eight way power seat adjustments to the passenger seat.

34 out 34 people found this review helpful

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Better than the Cadillac SRX

Written by: Dyke on 09/20/2007

Vehicle

2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I drove the Cadillac SRX for three years and it was an excellent vehicle. However, it hardly compares to my Enclave, in terms of comfort, appearance, ride,and room. Everyone asks about it and compliments the look. This is a great vehicle and hats off to Buick for designing it. Even my wife, who never likes the cars I drive, loves this Buick!

Favorite Features

Absolutely beautifully designed vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

Sometimes the acceleration seems sluggish.

17 out 17 people found this review helpful

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A winning design for an American Co.

Written by: jrhilarioUS on 09/18/2007

Vehicle

2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

A remarkable overall exterior design that get a lot of attention. People stop to check it out, walk around it and give an approving nod. Even double check the Buick name on the back in a pleasant surprise. And that's just from 0 mph on the parking lot. On the road is another story. This Buick Enclave is a sure candidate to be a classic, well engineered inside and out. Its design elements all blends together appealingly devoid of any offensive lines and/or bulges like most other vehicles. This SUV is pleasant to the eyes. As for performance, it could use a few more horses, otherwise it is a well equiped and capable SUV. Maybe shedding a few lbs will do the trick. Bravo Buick!

Favorite Features

The comfortable leather seats helps alleviate the bottom half (pardon the pun) during long excursions, while the top notch sound system together with a delectable ambiance of its interior wisk you away to someplace dreamlike. Also the power/memory driver seat is great.

Suggested Improvements

Replace the cheap plastic materials used in some parts of the vehicle. The use of cheap carpet-like material on the back of the 2nd and 3rd row seats is a big mistake, I'm being nice here. Finally, those wells on the floor for the 2nd row seats to slide on is poorly conceived. Come on GM, strive.

39 out 45 people found this review helpful

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