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4.75 out of 5 stars

I love my 2008 Enclave!

Bob Jennnings, 06/20/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CX 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I had a 2005 Escalade..hard to beat for over all luxury and performance. This Buick has more leg room in a smaller cross over. The Escalade was difficult if not imposible for large people to get into the rear seats. This new car gets very good gas mileage. On a trip to Phoenix I got 21 MPG and that is averaging 75 mph! Being a S Californian I calibrated up to 31 miles per gallon going from Beaumont Ca, to Onterio airport Ca about 50 miles. Every time the freeway: Hwy 10 was going down hill I put the car in neutral. You can't even tell when it is coasting or not! That way I save the expensive gas and it runs on regular. It has so many luxury items I have not learned them all. Move over Lexus

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4.88 out of 5 stars

2008 Buick Enclave CXL FWD

Tuckermech, 04/16/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Love it and have had it 1 month and have 600 miles on our Cocoa Metallic with Cashmere leather interior. Have Driver Confidence Package, 19 inch chrome wheels and entertainment package #1. A thrill to drive after parting with our 2004 Cadillac Deville. Love the seat height, Onstar and the attention we have been getting. Purchased the cargo shade and net and think Buick could have done a better design job on the shade. Love the room as my wife and I intend to do a lot of traveling.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Ride

Mr Wright, 12/28/2007
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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It is extremely quiet. You will get many on-lookers. This is a great vehicle and I would recomend it highly. Small issue, could get better gas mileage

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Quiet, attractive, attention getter

OK Enclave lover, 02/03/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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This car is very quiet. It's like stepping into a bank vault. Several people have stopped us and asked what the vehicle is. They like the chrome. I particularly like the remote start feature and the power lift gate. Mileage has disappointed so far, but isn't a major drawback. The shifting is not noticeable at all. This is an incredible car. It's nice to see it being driven by young adults. It certainly is an affordable alternative to higher priced suburbans or other traditional suv's.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Buick Enclave

a2dan, 04/16/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Very quiet, very comfortable. The interior is beautifully designed and executed. It gets good mpg for an 8- passenger vehicle. It has sufficient power for passing, and handles well for a big, heavy vehicle.

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5 out of 5 stars

Drop Dead Gorgeous

smd, 04/24/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I bought my Enclave in late February. I have never even considered a Buick, (always thought of as a granny's car), until I saw the Enclave. I knew it was what I wanted. I drove to many dealerships for about 5 months to see all the colors they had to offer before choosing. I have the White Diamond Tricoat and 19" chrome wheels. It is absolutely head-turning gorgeous. I drive my cars for a very long time (10-12 yrs) before buying a new one so I thought about it a long time before I was sure that this was what I wanted. I'm glad I choose it. My kids love it. It it fully loaded with Cashmere leather. I get plenty of stares especially because the White Diamond is so hard to come by.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A winning Buick

Chuck, 04/22/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Stoll love this care after dring for 9 months and 14m miles. Great design, inside and out. Technology is first class. Love the quiet ride. I traded a BMW SUV that I loved, and now love the Buick more. This is first American car I've acquired personally in almost 40 years, and its quality holds up well against Mercedes, BMWs, Jaguars I've had.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Very nice for its class

Enclave Fan, 02/25/2009
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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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.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

In the Shop Before 1,000 Miles

DKS, 04/21/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CX 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I love my Enclave but have had to have the overhead cams and head replaced in the engine. The engine light kept coming on and going off. I had it in the shop 4 times before Buick fessed up to a problem with the cam shaft being milled too much. As far as comfort and fun to drive I couldn't find anything better. I was afraid of buying a Buick and we will see if this major replacement will change my mind.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Wow!

Elaine, 04/23/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I've owned Jeep, Explorer, Mountaineer, and Infiniti SUV's. This is way above and beyond the others. I have been searching for a smooth car- like ride, quiet interior so I can actually talk to all passengers, user friendly dashboard and controls, and plenty of cargo room. I've hit paydirt! I purchased a BMW X5 and Cadillac SRX for employers recently, but the Buick is superior all around (they're both jealous). With my teenage boys and their friends, we have plenty of leg room for all. The level of comfort is wonderful. I've haven't been this happy with a vehicle since I don't remember when. Wish the gas mileage was better and the transmission needs improvement.

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