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Is Avenir worth it?
amiller, 09/13/2022
updated 03/17/2023
2021 Buick Enclave Avenir 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
(Sep 2022) In Aug 2021 I traded a 2017 Enclave Premium for a 2021 Enclave Avenir. The 2017 was a fine car but I am pushing 70 and I wanted the safety features (cameras) of the Avenir. I should've bought the Avenir model the first time but I didn't know what I was missing. I'm a bang-for-the-buck shopper. The 2017 was on sale and now so was the 2021. I never see a foreign-built new car marked down by $10,000 or $12,000 but GM does. The other cars that I was interested in were new to the market, in high demand, and at full MSRP plus a premium. Subaru Ascent, Toyota Highlander, Nissan Pathfinder, KIA Telluride, etc were absent from the lots -- but Buick had cars and deals. So now I've had 13 months and 12,000 miles to drive the Avenir (I don't like to do reviews right off the sales lot). I took it on a 6,700 mile road trip. I traded from a black exterior to white. No real changes in interior/exterior other than more comfortable front seating (maybe GM improved the plumbing for the air conditioned seats) and a built-in phone charger. I gained the camera rearview mirror as well as front and side and trailer hitch cameras. The suspension is smoother and quieter with the magnetic shocks and there is a sport mode added to the tour and trailer modes. Gas mileage is 24-26/highway and 17-19/city. It's a big car but it doesn't feel that big. (I tested the updated 2022 Buick Envision Avenir-- nice, but a lot less car for the same price.) The lane-keeping assist works well without being as pushy as the 2017 model. Enclaves still have the flimsy, manually retractable sunroof shade. Since I rarely open the sunroof, it doesn't matter anymore. I would have liked AWD but GM doesn't seem to ship very many AWD equipped cars to the sunbelt.
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Not your Mom’s Buick
Rmx1221, 12/24/2020
2021 Buick Enclave Essence 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
68 of 73 people found this review helpful
My wife and I recently traded our 18 Buick LaCrosse for a new Enclave because we needed more people room. The new generation of Buick vehicles have much better interior styling and build quality than past generations, with an almost German feel. Because of our Lacrosse, were already accustomed to the oddity of the transmission shifter which looks cool, but is incredibly frustrating if your not accustomed. The thing I like the most about the Enclave is that the dash layout is simple, intuitive and not riddled with a bunch of tiny buttons like many competitors. While not as inspiring as our LaCross, the driving dynamics are smooth and comfortable with throttle response that is somewhat spirited for a vehicle of this size. My only complaint is that engine noise is quite intrusive under acceleration but dies down to null once the trans has rowed through all 9 gears. Road noise is almost non existent. Overall the Buick Enclave is a very competent people hauler that may even make the other moms jealous at the next soccer match.
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Smooth and silent ride , with great technology.
Mike E., 06/08/2021
2021 Buick Enclave Avenir 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
25 of 27 people found this review helpful
The Buick has come far. What used to be known as a grandpas car , the new generation Buick’s are very sleek, techy and luxurious. I recently traded my Honda Pilot for a Buick Enclave. The sales guy at the dealer ship said the difference between the two are night and day…..boy was he right. The ride, feel, technology and comfort IS like night and day.
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It is April 2024 and I am still loving my Enclave!
Lynn B., 03/20/2021
updated 04/15/2024
2021 Buick Enclave Essence 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
43 of 48 people found this review helpful
It is April 2023 and I have had my 2021 Buick Enclave Essence for two years & have not had any problems requiring service. I am enjoying the car and would purchase it again. I traded my 2013 Buick Enclave Leather in on a 2021 Buick Enclave Essence and am totally smitten. The car is so plush and rides like a dream. It drives and looks great. I looked at and drove many competitors cars and found the Enclave to be much roomier and more comfortable than the others. I have only had the car for a week and the gas mileage appears to be comparable to my 2013, but the salesman told me highway mileage will be better. UPDATE 9/23/21: The only thing I didn't like about my Enclave was lack of a bypass switch around stop/start. However, after much research, I discovered two methods to turn stop/start off: (1) controlling the a/c with the passenger side control and turning the driver side control off , the car won't stop running & restart every time it comes to a stop. Another option is to use the paddles to shift gears manually. When starting a drive, shift the gear into gear 9 with the paddles. The car will then use those 9 gears to automatically shift gears and Stop/Start will not activate until the engine is turned-off. Then, just repeat the process when the car is restarted. UPDATE: 4/2/22: Still enjoying my Enclave. Recently took my car on a trip and got 26.5 miles per gallon on the highway & 23.1 combines mileage with a powerful 6 cylinder engine.
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Best SUV I have owned!
Lawton Case, 07/27/2021
2021 Buick Enclave Avenir 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The 2021 Buick that I special ordered as front wheel drive took aprox 4 months to come from the factory in USA. This unit has corrected all the items I did not like about the 2020 Buick Enclaves programing ! The other Buick that I own is a 2019 Lacrosse 4dr. That is also a smooth driving unit.
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Beautie
Diana, 05/29/2021
2021 Buick Enclave Avenir 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is my second Enclave, I’m very impressed with my new Car, and the safety feature have improved so what .
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Sound from Air leak in back doors
Karinne, 07/24/2021
2021 Buick Enclave Essence 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
I bought a new 2021 Buick Enclave a month ago and at high speeds on the highway you can hear a loud humming noise coming from the back doors. The noise has become very loud. I think it is an air leak maybe from Something not well sealed around the doors. I made an appointment to come I for service and have it checked out. I just bought the car so should be covered under warranty. That is my only complain, other than that great car and runs very smooth. I will give another update after it gets fixed next week.
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I love my Enclave
Donna Coleman, 09/06/2021
2021 Buick Enclave Essence 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
I didn't know anything about the Buick Enclave, I went to the GMC dealer for another SUV, my salesman said I needed to drive this. I drove it and bought it on the spot. Love, love, love it. It feels rich, the ride is incredible. My only complaint is no Sirius but they have iphone app and I can listen using my phone. Three row seating, over head air for three rows (I'm in Nevada, have to have good air) when not using third row in folds down to make incredible space in back. Power seats both passenger and driver. Great price.
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Buick Avenir 2021
Michelle Herod, 10/08/2021
updated 04/13/2023
2021 Buick Enclave Avenir 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Absolutely love my buick, I previously owned a 2014 Enclave, that had 140,000 miles with no problems. I love the new design of the 2021, interior and exterior. So many fabulous safety features, it is an incredible ride, with more horsepower. Buick knows how to make a great car.
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Elegant.. classy…Black Beauty
Katey, 12/04/2021
2021 Buick Enclave Avenir 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Love this vehicle! Miss my windshield speedometer display my Lacrosse had. Otherwise it’s a beauty.. Has everything else !
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transmission shutter
R Brown, 04/04/2022
2021 Buick Enclave Essence 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
rebuilt transmission at 9000 miles 😢
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Great vehicle
JW Victoria Tx, 06/08/2023
2021 Buick Enclave Essence 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for about 17 months very happy with it no problems and the performance, handling and overall comfort is outstanding would buy again.
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Best ride and features
M. Cummings, 09/07/2022
2021 Buick Enclave Avenir 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Absolutely love this car. We have the Avenir and love the extra features. Best ride ever.
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