Thinking about getting a used Buick Enclave? We don’t blame you. With three rows of seating, a smooth ride, and some great features, you won’t find a model that is better than this one. We’ll be taking a look at some of the changes that the model has gone through to help make sure you get what you want.
Key takeaways
- The best model year that you can get is a 2022, this is due to safety being made a priority.
- The third generation has a more efficient engine, but given its age, it will be harder to find.
- Both models have pretty impressive range, able to go over 400 miles on one tank of gas, making it easy to pick on features alone.
- Even the entry level trim from the second generation comes with some great features, letting you save on cash.
Third Generation (2025-Present)
With a model this new, it will be hard to find a new one anytime soon, but if you do find yourself looking at one as a lease buyout here is what you can expect. This model boasts the largest screen in its class, sitting at 30-inches that sprawls across the dashboard. This lets you see your apps, navigation, and instrument cluster with ease.
No matter the trim that you get, it comes powered with a 2.5L I4 engine. This produces 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque. When on the road, you can expect some decent mileage, coming with an EPA rated 23 MPG combined, able to go up to 446 miles on one tank.
This was also the first time that the Enclave was equipped with the Super Cruise hands free advanced driver assistance system. This comes with driver attention assist and enhanced automatic park assist and a digital rear-view camera mirror.
Second Generation (2018-2024)
When this generation hit the market, it came powered with a 3.6L V6. Being that this one is larger than the engine on the most recent generation, the mileage takes a bit of a hit. This one comes with an EPA rated 21 MPG combined. This gets you up to 406 miles of range, while it is a lot, it still doesn’t match the newest models.
While at the beginning of the generation, you were needing the Avenir trim to get the best safety features, in 2022, that changed. The features that this includes is front pedestrian braking, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, blind spot monitor, rear cross traffic alert, and rear parking sensor. Thanks to these new features, the model received a 5 star rating from the NHTSA.
The features in the first few years were pretty standard ones. It came standard with an 8-inch screen that came with phone connectivity. If you want even more, you can look for models that are equipped with a wireless charging pad, and even a panoramic sunroof. These help enhance the feel of the Enclave.
Unlike most SUVs, the Enclave is well equipped, even for the entry level model, helping you save money. Some things that you can look for no matter what are perforated leather seats, on-board wifi, and USB charging ports that allow everyone to stay at full juice.
Which is the best Buick Enclave best model year?
Outside of the most recent generation, we think that the 2022 model will be the best for most drivers that have families. This is thanks to the standardization of more safety features, making sure that everyone in the vehicle remains safe.
No matter which model year you decide on, we want to make you happy. Come on down to an Alan Jay location for a test drive, and to see what we have in stock!