2008 Buick Enclave Consumer Reviews

2008 Buick Enclave

Written by: Marie on 06/22/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

We purchased the model with 2nd row bench seat so we could put the childs car seat in the middle. The middle compartment does move, but she can still kick the audio dials facing the 2nd row. The outside rear view mirrors block when turning left or right for someone that is short. The GPS system leaves a lot to be desired. We have a Garmin portable in the other vehicle and it does a lot better job. On sunny days, rear navigation system cannot be seen. Wish it had better gas mileage.

Favorite Features

Very smooth ride and quiet. Love being able to run the DVD player and the radio at the same time. Seats are comfortable for both myself and much larger husband.

Suggested Improvements

Smoother shifting, rpm's race up & down when going up just little hills. That shifting may contribute to the poor gas mileage. Move the rear view mirrors up higher.

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Buick Enclave

Written by: debbie on 04/27/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I wanted a car with 3 rows of seats to hold 6 grandchildren but also wanted a nice interior for myself--enclave was perfect. I have always had a large SUV but my husband wanted me to get away from a vehicle that large--enclave great size. It looks great, drives great--still very happy a year later

Favorite Features

beautiful interior can seat 7

Suggested Improvements

better mileage, larger gas tank

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Wonderful Car

Written by: atm on 03/27/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I received this as a Christmas present from my husband in 2007. It is my favorite car ever. My college age children did not like my mini-van and urged me to get a SUV. But, this is so much better than an ordinary SUV. It's a luxury car with SUV features. I have driven from Pennsylvania to Texas twice and love the GPS system and XM radio and the room. I just read where Buick has the best rating for service and I believe it. I would recommend this car to anyone. My children, who are 24 and 21 both have borrowed my car for road trips. It's not just an "old" person's car. They love it, too.

Favorite Features

Design, XM radio, GPS, Room, Comfort

Suggested Improvements

The GPS is great, but has sent me in the wrong direction several times. Sometimes the back seats don't lay flat when put down for storage.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Buick Enclave - 2008 CXL AWD

Written by: traveler on 03/25/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

We have 12000 miles on our Enclave. Love the car. Traveled from Illinois to Florida and car performed beautifully. Car had a bad battery at delivery but that was quickly resolved. Excellent highway mileage, 22 mpg. with full load. Very comfortable ride and so far all accessories performing perfectly. Some visibility problems for shorter drivers.

Favorite Features

Comfortable ride. Very comfortable seating. We have the 7 pass. version and the second row bucket seats are very comfortable. Also, the DVD is great for grand kids. Great amount of stowing capacity and pulls a boat with no problems ( we have factory towing package)

Suggested Improvements

It would be great if the tailgate window opened, so the entire tailgate doesn't have to be raised to gain access. Transmission shifts quite frequently on relatively minor upgrades.

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Leaky Sunroof/Roof

Written by: Culpster on 03/04/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

We have a 2008 Enclave, and where as I love the basics of the car - the sunroof leaks terribly. I have taken it in three times, every time they say it is fixed and it is not. We live in Oregon, and rain happens a lot here, and this issue is really frustrating. I don't care that it is under warranty - it is a huge inconvenience and frustrations. I would not recommend buying one with a sunroof because I have now read on-line that a lot of people have the same problem. So if you want a nice car with no sunroof, I would recommend it - but with a sunroof I would not.

Favorite Features

the interior size of the car, and that it is a luxury SUV without the super high price tag

Suggested Improvements

fix the sun roof!

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Very nice for its class

Written by: Enclave Fan on 02/24/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

We bought our Enclave used with 11K miles and remaining factory warranty and have owned it for nearly 1 year. It has served us well with no problems. It is quieter and smoother riding than its relative (Acadia). Middle seats are comfortable, 3rd row comfort is exceptional. We average about 17 mpg/city, and 24/hwy, which is just as good as my 2005 Hyundai Sonata was getting prior to trade in; So pretty good for its size in my opinion. Although we love this SUV, we are looking to trade it in for a van as it lacks the convenient power sliding side doors, and the cargo space of a van. I'm in need of something more practical for 2 children.

Favorite Features

Power liftgate, heated seats, dual heating/air, ease of folding 3rd row seats, Auto on/off headlights. Picks up and goes. Also handles well for large, high vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

Not crazy about the layout of front console; redesign for better functionality. Plus, dash board storage console serves little to no purpose. Anything placed inside is subject to sun damage. Door bumper guard would be nice.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Excellent vehicle for Canadians

Written by: Kimberly on 02/12/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

This vehicle is adding years to my life. I'm comfortable and stress free in traffic. Love how quiet the ride is, the DVD system is great for the kids, great heat, tons of room, very safe on ice or in poor winter driving conditions, visibility good in front and lights are perfect for highway driving. Fuel mileage not what the old Corolla used to get, but what do you really want? You're driving something much bigger. Had to have the radio replaced at 8 000 k but no problems otherwise. Noticed a bit of a rattle in the front sunroof after 10,000k.

Favorite Features

Love the rear view camera, comfortable interior, great highway ride and especially the security on Canadian roads. Very safe feeling vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

A few more finishing touches like covering the sides of the sun roof would be nice.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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I really love this Enclave!

Written by: New Buick Lover on 02/05/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I am very pleased with my 2008 Enclave. I have owned the vehicle for six months and I have had no problems at all. We went on a road trip in October from Arkansas to Florida with four adults and all of our luggage and there was plenty of room for everyone. The Turn by Turn Navigation was wonderful! The car is very comfortable and quiet on the road. I love the XM radio and also the fold flat third row seating. I had a Tahoe and to get the extra space in back you had to remove the seats and they were heavy! And also where were you going to put them?! The first six months have been a joy with this car!

Favorite Features

I love the fold flat third row seating and the ease of folding the second row seats. I was able to bring home an eight foot ladder from Home Depot and I sure couldn't have done that with the Avolon I traded in on this. I also love the XM radio & OnStar.

Suggested Improvements

The transmission sometimes seems a little "busy". When I have the cruise set it will downshift at the smallest incline. A little sluggish in merging too.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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I hate the Buick Enclave

Written by: IHATEBUICKENCLAVE on 01/31/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

The 2nd row (when folded forward) floats while driving (no latch to keep it in place). No room for groceries in hatch. Cannot open hatch in garage - too high. Remote start seldom works, took it to dealership and told me that "electrical devices could be getting in the way". Driver's side heat blasts on one side only; burning one foot while the other one freezes. Seats six not seven comfortably. The pin stripe is one little stripe down the side and you have to pay an additional $700 for something that is already on the car; it wasn't negotiable. No power when passing. Bose sound is a joke as you hear everything on the outside of the car. I have had leaks and other issues. The Buick Enclave is attractive, but it is not sound proof as some guy blogged earlier. I have had this car for a year and trust me, I hear everything. I was told not to buy it but I thought it was so beautiful...regret everyday now. I seriously hate driving this car.

Favorite Features

I have zero favorite issues.

Suggested Improvements

Heat needs to be balanced on driver's side. Remote start needs to work and when it does make it last longer than three minutes. Make a device to keep second row seats from floating back and forth while driving. Hatch needs adjustment to avoid hitting garage track. Cloth seats to hard.

3 out 15 people found this review helpful

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The older crowd still love the Buick

Written by: Dee on 01/22/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I never thought that I would buy what was considered an old persons car, whether I was young or old. Now, I am older, I love the Buicks. I researched a lot of cars and SUV's before making this choice. This SUV has something about its style and technology that when I drive it, not only am I sold but my family is happy with my choice.

Favorite Features

Hand Free telephone. OnStar and the remote start for cold days. The seating for seven and the folding mirrors. Navigation system is great as I have no sense of direction.

Suggested Improvements

I like to see rain guards to catch the rain from running on the electrical window buttons. The exceleration and the vibration of the rims when the windows are down.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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