Used 2015 Buick Enclave SUV Consumer Reviews
See Edmunds pricing data
Has Your Car's Value Changed?
Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.
My wife loves it but it has issues
This is our second Enclave. As with the first, a strut needed to be replaced before 20k miles (both needed front right strut?), and as with the first one continuous transmission slippage between 2nd and 3rd gears. My second one also has motor-mounts that need to be replaced (31k miles on it)! It is currently in the shop where they are replacing the motor-mounts and have replicated and are trouble shooting the transmission slippage. They are most likely design/quality issues. I work with an exceptional dealership (Carl Black in Atl), and they have been the difference between me walking away from Buick vs. "Sticking it out" as they work out the kinks.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Great size, handing, styling and dependable
This SUV has good styling with fine details, great handling, a lot of room and comfortable to drive and ride. A great value compared to alternatives. As most SUV'S fuel economy is a liability. Great dependability. Now owned for 8 years and can not be happier. Trouble free driving.Can not wait until the 2022 comes out. Would like to trade for a new one.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
- Leather Group 4dr SUVMSRP: $9,99524 mi away
- Leather Group 4dr SUVMSRP: $10,1952 mi away
- Premium Group 4dr SUVMSRP: $11,29017 mi away
This is a GREAT car!
I was shopping around, currently was driving a 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. I liked what I was seeing on the highway in the Enclave so decided to give it a trial. Boy was I pleased! I was offered $7500 off and got exactly what I wanted. This SUV drives like a dream, great acceleration and it is very sporty on the highway. I don't have to let off the gas much going into curves. And what a nice surprise on gas mileage. Averaging 23 mpg on the highway and 21 in town. Electronics work well. A few bugs but not enough to get into a twit about. Great sound. I got a towing package and plan on getting a small travel trailer to do some weekend trips. I am completely satisfied with this car. The only thing I could say negative is the rear seats could be more comfortable for what I paid for the car. Love it!
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Third Impressions
This is my third posting. We recently completed a 4987.5 mile trip with the Enclave, from Arizona, to South Carolina, to Florida and back to Arizona. I now have more extended time in the car, and can fine tune my thoughts. The good news is that, on the road travelling, the car is superbly easy to drive, very nice ride, and a feeling of safety and substance. Gas mileage on the highway was also very good, with an overall 26.5MPG for the trip. All worked well, comfort was very nice. The sound system is excellent. The BOSE system and radio was superb. When you also have a very quiet interior even at highway speeds, this was an easy car to be in and drive. The lane deviation system is a very nice feature, particularly useful on the highway. The blind spot warning is also a great feature, particularly when side and rear vision is less than ideal. The forward collision warning system was not in play, but seems like it would be a good feature. The ride, on the highway, is controlled, serene and quiet. (Unlike city driving, where the ride was harsh...feeling every road imperfection.) The navigation system is not particularly intuitive (although when set correctly it was helpful). One very annoying thing is that when our iPhone 6+ was connected via USB, the radio automatically defaults to the music on the iPhone and you must manually go thru the menu to get back to what was on the radio. Front seats are comfy, supportive and good for a long ride. The automatic return to a seat setting was very nice, as were the heated seats and heated steering wheel. Cruise control worked fine, but more than once I inadvertently turned on the heat to the steering wheel rather than engage cruise control. As noted in an earlier post, the middle row of seats is a joke. Compared to our Sienna van, the seats were uncomfortable even for people that are well under 6' tall. I really want to like the car. It is good looking, cruises well, and gets good MPG on the highway, But....the ride is harsh in town, about 15MPG in town, and the lines of sight in the rear and sides are awkward, more so in town driving. The rear seat comfort also is very poor for a car in this price category. We bought at the end of the 2015 model cycle; it had an MSRP of $47K, and we paid just over $37K. Buick also has a fairly decent reliability rating, and the 48mo warranty is a plus. Lots of good things about the car....a few that are poor. But, if the rear seat is not a concern, and perhaps without the towing package the city ride would improve, it is a safe and good looking car.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Update after almost 2 years of ownership
Here is an update prompted by Edmunds after 2 years and 10 months of ownership with about 46,000 miles on our 2015 Buick Enclave. We have not had any problems with this automobile at all in this time and over these miles. Unfortunately, we now have a more comfortable ride in addition to the Enclave, a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. However, that doesn't mean the Enclave is less comfortable than it was. I wrote a review of our 2015 Buick Enclave after 22,000 miles. It was our second Enclave, and it won't be our last. I was prompted by Edmunds to write an update. I wouldn't change a thing from my previous totally supportive review, other than like a fine musical instrument, it seems to be getting better with age. We are getting slightly better highway mileage than we did with our 2008, often getting 22-24 mi per gal, and we have the all wheel drive. It is a comfortable on trips as any automobile in which I have ever ridden. Around town it absorbs bumps and pot holes very well. There has been plenty of room for any use we have found. It has the same interior space as our 2008, which we used for a week's vacation in Colorado for a week carrying 4 adults and 2 grandsons and all of the stuff we 6 people needed. My only suggestion to Buick would be to bring some of the technology features more up to date in refreshes of this wonderful vehicle, such as keyless entry, push button start, and power sun shade with 2nd row seat sun roof. But these are picky little things, far outweighed with the delightful driving experience and usefulness of the vehicle. With the 2008 and 2015 we now have over 130,000 trouble free miles of driving. If you are interested in a near luxury, super comfortable and reliable, spacious people hauler you should seriously consider the Buick Enclave.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Get outta here
Purchased a used 2015 enclave very happy with car. Lots of room for kids and cargo. Nice third row folds down when not in use for storage space. Bucket seats captain chairs in 1st and 2nd row are nice change from bench seats. So far no complaints handles well on road and quiet ride.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Quiet and smooth
Bought a fully loaded model in September of 2015. I'm fairly tall and leg room was a big concern for me, so my options were somewhat limited. We wanted a mid-sized SUV but ended up with a large SUV because we liked the comfortable seating so much. The ride is great! It is exceptionally quiet and smooth. You can spread out and make yourself comfortable. The engine is a bit undersized but I don't push it so it works fine. There aren't enough cup holders up front for such a big car, my old Toyota Seqouia (sp?) had about 100. And the space for storing stuff isn't all that good. I added an aftermarket cell phone holder which really helped. We charge our phones from the back USB ports to save on clutter. The interior looks luxurious. The AC seats rock, but I wish they were stronger. My biggest complaint is the driver side seat has something that pokes me in the thigh and is uncomfortable - I plan on addressing this at my first (complimentary) servicing. The sun roof is small but doesn't blow you away when open so I ride with it open almost everyday. Mileage is terrible. I drive in So Cal traffic everyday and knew this before buying it from other reviews. The infotainment system is pretty good, but the favorites could be a little easier to work with. The navigation system is a joke. Voice control is non-existent even after taking it to the dealer to get it fixed. Not the biggest issue because I trust my cell phone navigation more anyway. Swapping from my phone to my wife's phone via Bluetooth is easy. I plan on not renewing the satellite radio because I can get everything I need from my cell phone at a fraction of the cost. The Bose stereo system is fantastic - makes me wish I listened to louder music. Needs to have a push button start; it has everything else, I'm can't believe they left this out. The remote start is a nice feature. Safety features like blind spot detection and front collision warning are extremely helpful. The rear backup camera is very helpful, but I have seen clearer cameras on other vehicles. Tons of space on the inside! More storage than we commonly use. Suggestion: if/when you buy this car make sure you speak with a knowledgeable salesperson who can show you the features. I would buy this car again.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Two years and 38,000 Miles....
Still loving this Enclave for all the same reasons listed on my previous reviews! Buick really put this SUV together with much thought and the timeless values and features people appreciate in a car like this. Solid, confident, smooth, hushed ride on the road. Wonderful space. Controls and amenities are placed intuitively in the cabin. Driver's perch just right. Spacious feeling behind the wheel - open. A pleasure to drive. I've had many people tell me "what a sharp car". It is very stylish for an SUV with the 20 inch wheels and front lighting. Wish the engineers could help carve out more mpg's - but this is a large, heavy vehicle. Back up camera very convenient and I would highly recommend the blind spot alert that I have. IMHO, this needs to be a mandate on all cars these days. Beautiful feature. As I have said before, BRAVO, BUICK!!! I could not be happier!!!!
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
2nd TIME AROUND
My wife and I are really sold on the Buick Enclave. We bought 2010 New and liked it so much we purchased a 2015 New. We have decided to purchase a New Enclave every five years in order to keep up with the technology. The car is just the right size, gives a feeling of security and luxury plus it is very dependable.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Best value for the size! Fits a lot.
I did a lot of research before checking out this SUV in 2015. I wanted to lease an SUV to fit my bicycle inside, that's decent looking and under $5,000 per year on average (excluding gas, etc.). This car fit the bill with the massive discounts applied, so I went in to check it out. It is comfortable, and actually was cheaper than all other SUVs of similar stature (leather interior and AWD with navigation), even cheaper than the lower tier brands like Ford, Honda, and Toyota. All the seats are comfortable. I had it for a 39 month lease, and returned it to get a fun car. I would have kept it if I had space for an extra car and it didn’t depreciate to less than the buy off value- all because it just fits so much stuff!
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Early First Impressions
We spent some time looking to replace our 2011 Toyota Sienna. Looked at the Toyota Highlander, new Honda Pilot and the Enclave. Because of a bad back, getting in and out of a car that has a high floor lip, or low ceiling is hurtful. The Enclave is a perfect size for ingress and egress with no back strain. In fact, the seats are marginally higher than those on the Sienna (and we loved the Sienna). The car was delivered with radio issues; it would not accept the signal from Sirius/XM to put it into subscription mode. A neighbor also just got a new Enclave and had the same issue. I am sure it will be resolved, but it does speak to the necessity of having a good warranty that covers the electronics (and, at 48 month warranty, it is excellent.) Steering is heavier than I would have thought; not really an issue, just an observation. The interior is quite plush and upscale; quiet. Kind of the old school luxury feel. Many consumer reviews comment on how comfortable it is on the go. I would say that is a matter of opinion. Our Sienna rode much better and was much less truck-like. Even in town, you notice every bump. Granted it is a soft bump, but somewhat disappointing compared to the Sienna. Controls, although there are many due to the sophisticated technology, are pretty intuitive. Sight lines forward are great; rear mirror vision is less than the Sienna due to rear headrests etc. Passenger side sight line is poor. The "blind spot" warning system is nearly a must have option. One odd thing, and it is a negative in my view, is that there is nothing stopping anyone from opening the gas cap. I would have assumed that at least some basic security would be in place, but nope...just push the cover and it pops open. Easy for sure, one less thing to go wrong I suppose, but I like the security of an in-cabin release. Resale value of the unit is (based upon a cursory review) rather typical of American vehicles. However, if you buy at the end of the model year, there are big discounts to be had. Ours had an MSRP of over $48000, and the cash price was $37000, and that puts the later resale in a much more competitive mode. It is a good looking SUV, and comes in a nice range of rich looking colors and interiors. We have the dark brown, and it is very rich looking. Time will tell if we made a good choice with the Enclave. As much as I want to love it, I am disappointed by the harshness of the ride. I won't downgrade the review for that, because it is so subjective. But, if you are expecting a cloud like ride....it is not there.
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Value
Road Trip Perfection
This car is the largest vehicle I've ever owned - in fact, for around town driving, it was too big. We no longer have the car. We absolutely loved the car for road trips. Amazingly comfortable ride on the open highway. Amazing room and comfort in the front seats. A pleasure to drive on long trips. Huge amount of cargo space. Like a limousine. Don't try to back it up, park it, make tight right hand turns. The backup camera was terrible - I never once used it and was able to back up straight. Rear visibility was a challenge. Took out the left rear tire many times trying to make a tight turn. Navigation system was a nightmare to try to use. It worked only now and again. Since the majority of our travel was around town, we decided it wasn't the right car for us. The best comfort in a road trip I've every had.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
2015 Buick Enclave- Big Let Down As Warranty Ends!
Car did fine until about the time the warranty expired. First at around 48000 miles (Warranty is for 50K miles) the audio amplifier stops operating. Thinking that car is under warranty, I take it to the dealer only to learn that the warranty is four years or 50K miles which ever comes first. Replacement of the amplifier is around $800. Less than a week later following a rain, I notice that the rear wiper will not turn off. I simply pull the fuse and say, I can live without the rear wiper. Saturday of the same week, the car will not start and the steering wheel will not lock. I have to mess with the thing for an hour turning it on and off, shifting in and out of park, checking fuses and so on, before finally it starts. Note the battery was not the issue as all other electrical items on the car functioned normally. Then on Sunday, as I am leaving a baseball game, the car looses all power in the driveway of the parking lot and will not move. I place the car in park, turn the key off and take the key out of the ignition switch, but the engine keeps running. Ultimately, I have to disconnect both battery cables and short the cables together to get the engine to stop. This must have reset the electronics, since I reconnected the cables, got the car started and drove it to the dealership. Again, the engine would not turn off at the dealership, but this time it would still move. Disconnected and shorted the cables a second time which again stopped the engine. I left the battery cables disconnected, locked the car and left it there. Now trying to decide if a stay with this car, with Buick, with GM, change brands or try a foreign made automobile. All disappointing!!! 3-14-2019 This is an update on the above post. What I had not recalled at the time of the above post, was that in January 2019, I had the windshield replaced because it was cracked. The Buick dealership determined that the windshield was leaking and water intrusion is what appears to have been causing all the issues with the electronics in the dash area. The Buick dealership did an excellent job with the car's repairs and helping me deal with the windshield replacement company. The windshield replacement company say they will reimburse me for the repairs which now total $1,812.00 including the audio amplifier. We shall see. Buick has redeemed themselves in my eyes and I intend to stay with the car and with Buick for the foreseeable future. If the windshield replacement company does not follow through on their commitment, I'll be back.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Our 2nd Enclave
We had a 2009 Enclave for 6 years, made over 70k miles driving around town and family trips, never had any issues, travelled even long 12 hour trips comfortably, no backpain or soarness, nor excessive exhaustion. We shoped around but always came back to the Enclave. In the end were between waiting for the new generation or going for a new current version. In the end because of the many upgrades done to the current version and finding the exact vehicle we wanted, along with the attractive incentives, we decided to go for it. We absolutely love the ride, the suspension is a little better, the shifting became a little smoother, overall all the improvements, new facia and dashboard along with the color combination and better sound system are just great. We are very pleased with the vehicle and looking forward to enjoy many family trips in years to come. The only complain is GM cutting back on the warranty, which I can't understand on a matured product other than cost cut for increased profitability. If you are looking for a full size family vehicle with lots of space and a firm ride, yes I drive sporty, this SUV pulls it together. Surelly there are other more sporty driving SUVs out there but perhaps not as spacious, quite, and comfortable.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Like driving a sofa. :)
The driver's seat is so roomy that at times I feel lost in it (and I'm a 5'11" female, not a small person at all). Would be great for anyone needing a roomier driver's seat. The 3rd row is the reason I bought the car... it is SIGNIFICANTLY roomier than the other cars I have owned, borrowed or rented. (I've ridden in a 3rd row in an 2014 Honda Pilot, 2015 Ford Explorer, a Toyota 4Runner, etc). The only thing I don't like about the car is the infotainment system. It is SO not intuitive, and every time I try to do something new, I literally have to google it or look in the manual, bc it's overly complicated. Also, you can't pair the Bluetooth once you have taken the car out of gear. I mean, not even if you have it back in park! Why not?! If I am pulled over and parked, I should be able to turn on the Bluetooth and listen to music. But I literally have to turn OFF the car and turn it back on. Ridiculous! I rent cars a lot when I travel, and I have NEVER had to pull out the manual to set up the entertainment system, or pair my phone, etc. ONLY in the Enclave. Very odd.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Former Honda guy
Recently purchased the Buick Enclave after a test drive and must say I was impressed with the quality of the vehicle both inside and out. We were shopping for a new SUV and being a big Honda/Acura owner we found these dealers had priced themselves out of our market range. I saw the commercials for the special sale of the Enclave and test drove one, liked it and the dealer gave us almost 20% off the list price. Wow! Suv has almost everything heated seats, heated steering wheel, Nav, leather, two sunroofs, remote start, lane and distance control etc. What a great car, we drove it on a 120 mile trip right after purchase in the snow and ice and are extremely happy with our purchase. A lot of ver
Safety First
Great car
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Complete comfort
From the entry through the driving evperience to the departure from the plush interior all is fine. Great vehicle!
- Safety
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
Great ride!
Beautiful comfortable and affordable car, very family friendly! Still awesome years later
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Biggest POS I've ever owned
A/C went out on a trip to Phoenix 3 months after purchase. shocks need replacing at 65,00 miles. Rust starting on leading edge of hood. First and last GM product I'll ever own. Exterior styling second to none. Interior like a luxury car.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Behind times
They need to let the retro clock go. Move electronics up as it is now you have to take eyes off road to hit buttons. Buick engineers should take lessons from other auto engineers. The electronics could be simplified. Why would they only put cup holders in door of second row. Everyone knows cups don't work in door cup holders. To lay third row seats down you have to move second row of seats forward. At that price range they should be electric. I will be glad when I hit 50000 miles and we trade. Never buying Buick again here. Gas mileage is better with ford explorers. .
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Love my Enclave. Ready for another one!!
Love love love my Enclave. Won’t buy anything else.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
2015 Buick Enclave
My car has 63000 miles. So far, I have had to have the seat bases in the driver and passenger seat replaced twice, new tires because the original ones were leaking air, had an evaporative leak, traction control error, an engine coil replaced and spark plug replaced. Now, most concerning, the steering gear needs replaced for $1900+. We bought this car brand new and it has been a big disappointment! This isn’t the way a “luxury” car should be. I’ve seen other Buick’s with the same steering issues in complaints. If you buy this car, but an extended warranty... you’ll need it.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Second Impressions
I wrote the earlier review shortly after we took delivery of the vehicle. It was (and is) a solid vehicle. But...I am downgrading our 5 stars to 3. We apparently did not do a great job in test driving it. In addition to the less than smooth ride noted earlier, the middle row of seats are, for most adults, very cramped and uncomfortable. My wife, about 5'6", complains that the leg room is really tight when the front seats are all the way back. I tried it also (I am 5'10") and would never want to ride in the middle row. (Yes, we had the middle row moved back as far as we could). So, couple the relatively harsh ride, the inadequate middle row seating for adults, then this becomes just an average vehicle...one that had we done better due diligence, we would not have purchased. Yes, good looking, quiet, nice technology, ...a solid feeling car....but one that, in hindsight, we should not have purchased. Before buying, do a better job of test driving than we did!
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Value
plus/minus
i find the enclave to have tons of space in the car, drives smoothly, i feel safe in the car but the electronics is god awful. the incoming texts worked for less than a year. brought it in to service and they blamed it on an apple upgrade. the navigation is terrible. half the time the letters or numbers are missing so you can't enter in an address. was lost the other day and it would not let me enter the address so i hit the map option and it basically gives you a map of the state. not very helpful! since one of the features is that it's supposed to read your incoming texts to you but does not, if your in the car, parked and checking texts, you can't listen to the radio because anytime you text something it screws up the audio. not ever getting another buick again.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
My mistake
Does not have comfortable ride, when you hit a bump you know you hit one. Outside noise is quite noticeable strange and outside odors inside vehicle, lots of blind spots. With back windows down car vibrates, need to open front windows. Because of the 20" wheels and the running boards it is hard to get in and out of.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Amazing...
This car exceeded my expectations. It is so comfortable and quiet and did I mention comfortable. Excellent safety features with great care and consideration on the part of Buick to successfully produce a true luxury SUV.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Value
Major Issues
Unfortunately, I had to rate this gem a 2 because of all the issues I had. I absolutely loved the features of this suv in regards to luxury and comfort but nothing but issues. Fist known issues were the brakes. At 50,000miles needed all new brakes, pads and rotors. I always felt like I was "slamming" on my brakes just to stop. Needed a new battery at 80,000miles. Died on me several times after battery was replaced. MAJOR ISSUE: I had water leaking out from underneath my dashboard ! I was told maybe it was a plug in my sunroof drain, as the tubes run under the dash but it was never fixed? MAJOR ISSUE: One day I had just shut my car off, as I thought but it was still running, that's right, keys out of the ignition, engine still running and drivable! My car was literally running "on" for 45 minutes to an hour with no keys in it. INSANE! Finally shut itself off. I let the suv sit for an hour after. Started right up and was able to make it home however the radio would not turn on. Next day, nothing, would even turn over at all. Couldn't even unlock it! Put my keys in the ignition and then I couldn't get them out! Had it towed for the second time...started right up at the dealership! CRAZY! If I were to diagnose an issue with this suv I would say its electrical which is next to impossible to find the fix let alone the solution. Among talking to other Buick Enclave owners, the sunroof issues was present in theirs as well, as well as major engine/transmission issues right about 60,000miles. Honestly, I'm very upset because I absolutely loved my Enclave. It was sharp looking, drove very nice, and very affordable. But beware of these issues. Traded in at 94,000miles, Hadn't even put on 50,000 miles, not even owned for a year :(
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
Not grandpas Buick!
Great car, meets all our needs. Excellent comfort, smooth quiet ride. Easy to drive. Very dependable.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Gives us the old man ride
Love the car! Been pretty inexpensive to run. Love the comfort
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Love this car
Dislike nothing. My husband passed away recently and I need a smaller car.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value