2008 Buick Enclave Consumer Reviews

So far so good

Written by: KWD on 10/02/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

We bought our Enclave a little over two weeks ago. We are very satisfied with our purchase. The vehice interior is very luxury. The outside vehicle design is very appealling.

Favorite Features

inside design

Suggested Improvements

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Great start - now refine

Written by: conflicted on 09/18/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

Great car on the highway. Very quiet. The driving around town in moderate traffic can cause frustration with the lack of response when the gas peddle is depressed while traveling at speeds in the 25-35 mph range. Sometimes depending on the gear you are in you may not get much of a response initially unless you really press hard. Sometimes it will downshift and the rpms can shoot to over 5000 when all you wanted to do was go around a slightly slower car. Can be difficult at times.

Favorite Features

Quiet ride, Bose stereo, interior room, overall exterior design. Great looking car.

Suggested Improvements

The transmission spoils the ride enjoyment for this vehicle. It is always trying to upshift as soon as possible for fuel economy. This will sometimes leave you in gear that provides for little if any acceleration unless you mash the gas peddle and then it down shifts too far with huge jump in rpm

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solid car

Written by: Tyler on 09/16/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

Great car. We have had the car for 18 months now and have been very satisfied with everything except the rear visibility. Unfortunately the blind spot to the rear on both the passenger and drivers side make it a little nerve racking to drive in traffic. The DVD monitor also blocks the Rearview mirror

Favorite Features

Great entertainment system

Suggested Improvements

recess dvd monitor. bigger side mirrors

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Very good car

Written by: KPH on 09/16/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

My wife and I find this to be a very good car. It is roomy, comfortable, and classy-looking. I can't understand why certain consumer magazines don't give this a thumbs up. I liked the fact that someone from the GM shop floor rang me to see how I liked it. This is a great American car - we're proud to have it.

Favorite Features

We like the quiet ride, 3 rows of seats with automatic liftgate, and dual A/C. The standard shift feature is fun to use around town.

Suggested Improvements

Needs better miles per gallon - 17mpg is disappointing. It can be a bit sluggish, not exactly a nippy car to drive. The rear separate audio only works with a headset. The car is noisy with the back windows open.

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We Are Really Enjoying This Vehicle!

Written by: GoPhillies on 09/15/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

Waited until we had owned for a year before writing a review. Our Enclave is the nicest vehicle I've ever owned. My first American car ('75 Chevy Monte Carlo) was also my last because it was junk. Bought my first import new ('87 Honda Accord), have disparaged American cars since. Then I had the Enclave Experience. What a great American car! I was actually proud to be able to buy and recommend an American car. We use it primarily for long trips, and have spent 10 hours on the road in absolute comfort. We have small kids and the entertainment system (Bose, w/satellite and DVD) keeps everyone happy. Six adults fit easily. It's beautiful, and even strangers complement it. Get one.

Favorite Features

Quiet, smooth ride. OnStar w/turn by turn; Fully loaded w/ backup camera, DVD, etc. 19" chrome wheels, elegant grille, luxurious paint.

Suggested Improvements

Not many. City fuel economy could be better. Fake wood trim looks slightly different than real wood on steering wheel.

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Best Reason To Drive American-Made

Written by: Mark on 09/08/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I have 25000 miles on my enclave and haven't had any major issues with my vehicle. On the highway at 50-55 mph I have easily gotten 30 mpg or better with the cruise on. At 60-65 mph with the cruise on I get about 29 mph. The on-star service eliminates my need for a navigation unit. I fill my tank every 9 days. The sunroof problem was easily fixed in one visit and I have had no more leaks. It turned heads the same day I purchased it and folk continue to drive up beside me and ask about it along with expressing how much they want one. Stick with the routine maintenance and chances are your buick will be on the road for a long time.

Favorite Features

Everything in my CXL along with the running boards that I had mounted on the side. Love the 10-speaker Bose Sysetm with MP3 player interface. It really rocks when I plug in my I-Pod. The AC outlet is cool for plugging in my computer or just charging my cell phone. It has styling for all seasons.

Suggested Improvements

Improve on spare tire housing and delivery system, but roadside assistance is always available.

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Smooth quiet ride

Written by: Packer FAn on 08/23/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

Took awhile to get used to the six speed transmission but I now love the car. We have taken two long trips (12000 miles)and fell in love with the car. Very quiet compared to the GMC and Saturn versions just great to drive on the freeway at high speeds...sticks to the road and very smooth..better than any Cadillac I ever owned

Favorite Features

Quiet, soft ride at high speds,

Suggested Improvements

Nothing I can think of...

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never again

Written by: Bruce on 07/23/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

This vehicle is quite comfortable to drive and that is where my satisfaction ends. It has been back to the dealership many times for numerous problems.As of tonight you can't even shut the car off. We are driving a loaner. Had to get the jack out of the car and you need an engineering degree to do that. Would never want to have to use it along the road. Degree sensor problems, navigation problems transmission not shifting properly. If this is the kind of quality that you get for a vehicle this expensive it is no wonder General Motors is in the position they are. This is my last G.M. I guess it's Ford of Toyota from here on out

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Great Vehicle - but

Written by: Jimbo on 07/12/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

The Enclave is a great vehicle but a few things Buick needs to change: 1. Rain gutter over the doors - in rain or after an open door leads to the seat below getting soaked with the runoff from the roof. 2. If you open the rear seat windows while the front windows are up, the vibration is incredible - the car shakes badly, this is a problem! 3. Put the outside temperature gauge on the mirror with the compass. The passenger, my wife, cannot see the temp in the dash cluster and I'm tired of having to tell her what the temperature outside is every 30 miles...

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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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