2020 Buick Enclave Review

Name: 2020 Buick Enclave Review
Brand: Buick

Price Range: $16,995 - $35,990

The 2020 Buick Enclave is a close cousin of the Chevrolet Traverse but slightly dressed up. It's a well-rounded three-row SUV with class-leading power and space, but it's also one of the priciest choices, even if it doesn't appear so from an interior-quality perspective.

While there are certainly more compelling SUVs in this segment, the Enclave is worth a look if you fancy a quiet and comfortable ride that's easy to wheel around town.

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2020 Buick Enclave Review

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What's new

No major changes for 2020
Minor changes to individual features available in packages
Part of the second Enclave generation introduced for 2018

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Buick Enclave Preferred 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.74 per gallon for regular unleaded in Texas.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Texas

$159/mo

$199/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3.5/5Above Average

#25 out of 32 among Midsize SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Buick Enclave from 2008-2022.}

$574/yr

vs. $485/yr
for Average Midsize SUV

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

1.24x/yr

vs. 1.18x/yr
for Average Midsize SUV

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

17.4%

vs. 13.5%
for Average Midsize SUV

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Buick Enclave Reviews

Owner Reviews

3.7

27 reviews

5(55%)

4(15%)

3(0%)

2(4%)

1(26%)

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Best SUV I’ve driven...now own

pjkPA, 06/17/2020

2020 Buick Enclave Preferred 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

This ‘professional’ review cons MPG but I just got a easy 28mpg on a 450 mile trip over mountains to NY ... 310hp .. two people with lots of luggage ... I call that pretty good. I got 23 MPG in a rented new RAV4 last year on same trip. When I hear ‘interior materials’ the red flag goes up that screams .. this reviewer doesn’t know what they are talking about ... I want to hear about …

Luxury at a decent price

Chris, 03/05/2020

2020 Buick Enclave Avenir 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

VERY quiet ride, loaded with technology that I’m still learning about. I love most every thing about it. I discovered 2 shortcomings that were available in my 2009 Enclave: the shade on the panoramic sunroof over the second row is now manual instead of powered; the front passenger window now does not now have auto up and down. The gear shift is a major departure from what was available …

Great car for the price but some features declined

WTI, 02/04/2020

2020 Buick Enclave Essence 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

Had a 2008 Enclave new. Just bought a 2020 Enclave. Interior items seemed to be diminished somewhat. Rear captains chairs are not as nice. Less standard features this time around. However the engine and transmission is much smoother and better tuned. I got the sport package with 20 inch rims and dark grille. Very nice look and great smooth quiet ride. GM was offering 5 k cash incentive …

Overall the best!

Buick lover, 07/11/2020

2020 Buick Enclave Essence 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

This is my second enclave, the first was damaged by a hit and run driver, I can tell you that this model is a classic road car. If you want smooth, supple, refined, classy, it should be your car. LOVE THIS CAR.

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2020 Enclave Highlights

Trim:

Preferred

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$40,000
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	21 MPG
Cost to Drive	$159/month
Seating	7 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	23.6 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Enclave models:

Following Distance Indicator: Uses the radar cruise control system to let the driver know if the Enclave is following the car ahead too closely.
Lane Change and Blind Zone Alert: Alerts drivers of fast-approaching cars in adjacent lanes. Also warns drivers if there's a vehicle in a blind spot.
Safety Alert Seat: Warns the driver of a lane departure or imminent collision by vibrating the seat in the direction of the threat.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.9%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Acceptable
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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2020 Buick Enclave Review

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2020 Buick Enclave Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Buick Enclave Preferred 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.74 per gallon for regular unleaded in Texas.}

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2020 Buick Enclave Review

What's new

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2020 Buick Enclave Preferred 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.74 per gallon for regular unleaded in Texas.

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Severity

Buick Enclave Reviews

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Best SUV I’ve driven...now own

Luxury at a decent price

Great car for the price but some features declined

Overall the best!

2020 Enclave Highlights

Safety

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Buick Enclave Preferred 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.74 per gallon for regular unleaded in Texas.}