2025 Buick Enclave Review | Can Value Be A Luxury?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Between our first cut that our proofreading team checked out and the final upload, Premiere Pro had a hiccup and there were some graphics that went wrong, hopefully this one is better

[@rightlanehog3151]

Alex, Next time please upload all the clever and insightful comments we posted under the original. 😉😉

[@NeeluBheel-d8k]

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[@alanferguson1308]

Purchased one and it’s unbelievable highly recommend to anyone

[@anderacpharmd]

I bought a 2022 brand new Enclave for our little family (3 kiddos). I would buy another in a heartbeat. Fantastic SUV, lots of room (including cargo space) and great, smooth ride.

[@karacha]

This is actually quite impressive. Needs a hybrid drivetrain, but it's good they went luxury over sportiness here. Comfort and interior design are of utmost importance in the segment and this delivers.

[@josesuayandds4003]

I agree with the hybrid option or at least the baby diesel. Families are concerned with mileage with fuel suffering hyperinflation.

[@chudson4500]

A hybrid option would be pointless. You would get a couple more MPG and you're subjecting yourself to more maintenance. You can easily hit 30 miles per gallon on the highway without the need of an extra battery

[@josesuayandds4003]

@@chudson4500 yes pointless, if you don't care about sales seeing the market leader right now. Buick is on the cusp of being unburdened of what's to come.

[@james2042]

​@chudson4500 my hybrid lexus has had identical maintenance to a gas car and if anything the ecvt has been more dependable than a geared automatic transmission.

[@CrazyWeeMonkey]

​@@chudson4500 Hybrids are generally more reliable than their regular combustion counterparts.

[@GT-gt4bf]

I don’t know why I like that steering wheel so much. The Buick logo looks really good.

[@android-ud2nf]

Buick isn’t supposed to be fast, fuel efficient or sporty. They are known for being giant vehicles that float down the road with 10/10 reliability. We don’t need yet another brand to be a sports car with 40mpg. Buick needs to be a Buick first and foremost,

[@naveenthemachine]

Who cares about fuel economy? In the luxury space mpg is irrelevant

[@djplonghead5403]

Agree. Only thing to consider is that our 2016 LaCrosse has 304 HP and does 0-60 in around 6 seconds. Gets 22 city and 30 highway. It floats while being spotry and luxurious. Has a fantastic road presence. Reliability has been great. Buick is never the best at any one thing... it is the best at doing everthing well and for a price cheaper than the compeition. I was very unhappy when Buick lost its stride and I hope they are getting back in the American game because they are an amazing brand.

[@raulespinoza8668]

This for sure is not a 10/10 reliability

[@robgrear1142]

Saw one at my Buick dealer today, and the interior is quite impressive.

[@andrewfly8462]

I like your idea of measuring a combination legroom of 2nd and 3rd rows. I also like that you put real carry-on luggage into the truck to show the trunk space. I like this SUV a lot because it is intended for the road trip purpose. The pieces of luggage that can be put in the trunk are one of my greatest concerns! Good Job!

[@dtay8913]

I like it much more than the Lexus competitor. My only issue is that it needs a hybrid or more powerful engine option.

[@TheGodofSEO]

I am actually impressed. Looks incredible.

[@cordellbovastro9373]

I agree with your opinion about the front end look. I literally love everything else about the vehicle design, interior and exterior. The front i'm torn on, sometimes it looks good, other times it looks bad. I'm comparing this model with the GMC Acadia.

[@Go-And-Back-Anywhere]

I began to like you two together more and more. Very good chemistry. Love your honest review as always, Alex.

[@christopherstreet2214]

The problem is - I had a Buick it fell apart at 100k … bought a Lexus and I am at 130k with zero issues ever !!! Only routine maintenance 🎉

[@tescoshortage]

Which model?

[@keta-sl3rq]

Wow! This is lovely! And your detailed explanation of the vehicle is superb!

[@InvestBetter.]

Over $50k, it literally sounds like market will want, and need, a V6 alternative It sounds like we are reaching the practical limits of what a turbo 4-banger can handle If you can make a V6 with 350 HP, and fuel economy over 20 MPG, you're in there

[@mr.owatson9150]

The beautiful interior comfort of this vehicle and super cruise control is what sales it. It's turning me away from buying a Lexus or the Genesis I was so focused on buying. Every video review I watch psychologically says, "Sit back, relax and enjoy the view. No worries!"

[@naveenthemachine]

Genesis is still nicer inside though But Lexus absolutely get the buick

[@howardchung6450]

Two more draw backs for the Lexus TX: TX's 3rd row has two seats vs 3 for the Buick and TX needs premium fuel vs. Buick's regular so even if its MPG is higher with a hybrid system the cost of fuel should be pretty much the same. I will go with this Buick instead of TX

[@naveenthemachine]

And the TX is much worse in just about every way possible like the Mitsubishi mirage is

[@alwaysiyi272]

I have to say, the Encalve and the TX are my favorite options in this segment, as much as I love the TX, I have to give to Buick, the interior does look better than the TX and I think the color scheme has a lot to do with that, although I do prefer the powertrains in the TX tho, plus it has heated and ventialted rear seats, which is a pretty big deal for me as Texas dweller

[@Rioichi4]

I dont remember which car I was in, but to use the shift paddles, you had to first double tap one. As I have hit the paddles on accident, it makes sense to have way to "activate" them. I much prefer that double tap to an additonal button tho.

[@HALWG51]

I have a Traverse Z71 and the shifter is my favorite feature.

[@chrisgovatsos9421]

I like the v6 in mine thank you very much , if they offered both , the v6 would be the choice

[@timvandenbrink4461]

We have a 2013 Enclave with the V-6. Looking for another Buick but I’d be a little disappointed with a four banger.

[@Rjkratz98]

The I4turbo has more hp than the 3.6vvt

[@Paul-cx4gm]

i was of the mindset that the old Enclave was quite something. This new one though now that I'm used to it is even better.

[@michaelgarvin8621]

Good review and great information👍👍. Now if they can have better powertrain options such as a hybrid or plug -in- hybrid they would be more competitive in fuel economy.

[@BNM0826]

Great video and I’m with you on that front catfish mouth grill…manufacturers have been ruining cars with it. Now the rest of the vehicle is great.

[@Oro-Blanco]

100% agree on the front look, not sure why they designed that way. I am still in my 17 enclave due to the roomy 1st and 2nd row. significantly larger than my mdx. was considering some EVs but the headroom is a issue for me

[@JDCothran87]

You should consider the Kia Ev9. I bought it for my family and headroom is great

[@carmenmarcinkiewicz7149]

Im a widow and can't afford a new car. I'm looking at a used 2017 Enclave. Clean carfax (all scheduled maintenance done on time). My concern is I NEED something SUPER RELIABLE!!!! Do you think this is something that could last for 10 years (with scheduled oil changes / maintenance)??? I love the look and size, I just need something to last as long as possible without major repairs!!

[@paulcheek5711]

love the grill

[@pwang33ece]

Geez would it kill them to offer a bench 2nd row??

[@travisstrickland7270]

Ikr. Manufacturers obsessed with c chairs 💺 smh

[@Rjkratz98]

You can get it in the traverse

[@voyager.4x4]

How was the ride? My dad is a Panther Platform aficionado due to some neck issues but we’re trying to find a modern replacement for him. Always the best reviews out there. Thanks.

[@johnd9605]

Excellent review as always! Yep. seems a lot of car mfg's are going towards that angry open-mouth front end look these days.

[@chetreid77]

I have a 2015 Buick Enxlave, and it's been great. I still get plenty of compliments, too. My only two complaints about this new model are the front end (ugly, but it's growing on me... but it's still ugly) and the 4 cylinder engine. Other than that, Buicks really are very good vehicles.

[@ernielaw]

I would never buy a Lexus, but I like the Enclave.

[@pauld6967]

Alex, how did you manage to break your tape measure?!? In my experience, that normally takes a dedicated effort to achieve.

[@mtmt88]

The front is nice, the rear is adequate but the profile just isn't quite there.. The wheel arches are weird. The second row bench seat will make it a great alternative to minivans.

[@naveenthemachine]

This looks amazing. Buick really outdid themselves🎉 The GH and TX are officially toast. They’re history. They can’t compete. The enclave Alex is 9K cheaper and better than the TX. If it were the other way around where the enclave is 9k more then absolutely yes it’s totally worth the cost. Paying more for a TX and getting a truly mediocre product is asinine. I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again: The TX falls apart in just about every way possible like the Mitsubishi mirage does. The enclave is cheaper and better. The best of both worlds. Spare me the pathetic sales and the mythical reliability comments like that even matters 😂

[@ALMX5DP]

@@naveenthemachine does everything have to be about comparing to other products. Is it not enough to judge a product on its own merit?

[@naveenthemachine]

@@ALMX5DP You make something in a crowded segment you have to compare.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@naveenthemachine why? Shouldn’t the experience be only what the product is and how it makes the customer feel by itself?

[@mountainhobo]

@@ALMX5DP Naveen is right. Buyers show multiple products and compare. Of course he exaggerates with proclamations like "GH and TX are officially toast", but that's Naveen. Nevertheless, his premise that one always compares is right. There are no perfect products, just better or worse.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@mountainhobo there is some data that shows buyers don’t often test drive too many vehicle before purchasing one. One NPR source says most only test drive one vehicle, one PR Newswire source says on average customers only test drive 1.9 vehicles. So really if they find one they like, they stick to it and so comparisons in such a thorough manner don’t seem too relevant.

[@djplonghead5403]

A body on frame SUV without the Body of frame... I like it. It needs a hybrid v6- than it would be golden.

[@InvestBetter.]

The Lexus TX and GX could both use a more luxurious interior design. They both leave me underwhelmed. I expected better.

[@naveenthemachine]

I knew the infamous Toyota hater (me) was right. I predicted the RX and TX and GX would be such a disappointment. No one listened. You all laughed. I’m pretty sure you laughed too

[@robertbromm3415]

I don’t see this interior color listed as an option for the Avenir on Buick’s website? The only 2 options on their website is Black or Blue?

[@JakeDrives1]

I saw in another video the brown is late availability.

[@OsvaldoFerraz]

Combined Legroom for G .Highlander at 8:07 seems to be wrong. Your GH review shows 118.8 of combined legroom, not 114.7.

[@Obeyhimsis]

This was a great review wow!

[@ldubs_12]

This aint your grandmas Buick. I actually like the styling. GM makes some really good looking vehicles.

[@mountainhobo]

Does it have cornering headlights?

[@G-Rated]

This Enclave blows the Lexus TX and Acura MDX out of the water in design alone. I think they did a better job of executing an upscale interior and exterior design than Mazda has with the CX-90 as well. The technology comparisons will be embarrassing for Mazda, Toyota and Honda. Reliability roughly the same as those Japanese brands and luxury/comfort is actually in Buick’s favor again as the TX doesn’t hold a candle to this in that regard. The Buick is also more spacious & practical even if it were the same price of the Lexus or Volvo I could see many reasons why a family would chose it over them. Buick did a good job with the packaging, interesting that the Enclave will also be thousands cheaper than those offerings. I didn’t expect that.

[@v12kingV10]

Buick > Acura

[@itsabovemenow1016]

Bottom line for me, I expect a quiet soft ride in a Buick. If I have to put up engine growl, might as well get a GMC.

[@jbountalas]

Nice review. Don't they call the dark chrome 'Vader Chrome' ? I'd consider buying this car for my wife. She's inline for a new vehicle and except for the 4 pot engine, what you get for the money is compelling. Never had a Buick, but this might be worth checking out.

[@tu6198]

"This vehicle is really impressive, but I can’t find one without the captain's chairs. For me, that’s a dealbreaker. If I’m buying a third-row SUV, I want as much seating as possible!"

[@PemGayrard]

kislux I love you so much and watching your videos makes my day brighter

[@THALEStheGREEK]

How dependable is the engine and transmission

[@Hazdazos]

It's loosely based off the 2.7L turbo 4 in the Colorado and Silverado. Those engines have been in production for years and they are known for being very stout.

[@RemixerUltimate]

The transmission is also one that Chevy has been using for quite a long while and my understanding is that it’s a very good transmission.

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

Terrific job & I'm really want to buy this badly.

[@billthestinker]

Beautiful car and review unfortunately that 4 cylinder engine sucks

[@SwirlingDragonMist]

It’s so hard to find a comfortable ride these days, I think the industry is run by car enthusiasts who enjoy sport tuning, Buick is perhaps the last bastion of comfort, but seldom do they advertise their soft tuned suspensions. I’m left wondering if this model adheres to the ethos of comfort. I feel there’s allot of GM brands where a sport tuning buyer would gravitate towards. To me sportyness feels antithetical to “Luxury” which isn’t to say sporty cars can’t be premium or high end, it’s just not driving a massage. It’s really a state of mind, perhaps we are all too high strung these days to remember what it feels like to relax.

[@tomfranquelli2884]

I already liked the broken one, but Ill like this one too! Buick is underappreciated in the quasi-premium segment. And as crazy as it sounds, at until 60 grand the Avenir is honestly still a bargain compared to any German or Japanese competitor. Not to mention the running costs! The same motor as the Traverse + some sound deadening is still going to be very quiet and refined, and the cost of maintenance is the same as the Chevy. Now, of course, there are no sporting aspirations anywhere to be found, but as a family truckster to drive cross-country? It makes a lot of sense to me.

[@neverlooz]

who would have thought 10 years ago that Buick would make a comeback and offer interesting, good looking and competitive luxury cars. Who’s behind this resurrection and why it took so long?

[@Rioichi4]

Boy that sure is a white interior

[@TheKingkingg]

My mdx type S is enough for me and family.

[@charlesjedlicka2725]

Is it just me, but I see very little bumper protection front and rear? The grill and hood look prone.The rear the tailgate looks toast. The looks are great.

[@brucerosner3547]

Clearly one should wait for the hybrid version perhaps forever.

[@wblack-d7m]

Can you explain why in your Traverse review your graphic shows Grand Highlander has 118.8 inches combined legroom and in this reviewclaim it is 114.7? Which is correct? If the first, it undercuts a large portion of your assertions on space? Does your team check this stuff? Thank you.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Manufacturers often restate legroom figures due to errors around the launch. Toyota re-stated the numbers and it’s now 114.7 seemingly due to the way Toyota initially stated 2nd/3rd row room which didn’t conform to industry norms.

[@james2042]

GM said when they killed the volt they would never produce another hybrid and instead jump straight to evs. If theyre truly researching hybrids again, then that confirms evs are going as badly for them as the dealers are claiming

[@randalmcmurphy9237]

It boggles my mind that people think 8 sec 0-60 mph is slow, especially for a 3 row SUV. Exterior and interior look great, except for how white everything is and how expensive the infotainment screen will be to replace when it breaks (probs around 10-15 thousand).

[@johnherrera7551]

For this to be compared to luxury brands says it all.

[@nicholas6789]

Squinting and smiling at the same time. Hate the front end.

[@rblbatb]

I think the newest buicks look great. But, I worry about reliability.

[@Ron4T1]

Considered to be one of the most reliable cars with the lowest maintenance cost.

[@Peizxcv]

So much space Alex broke a tape measure measuring it😱 Why is the fuel economy so much worse than Explorer?

[@RemixerUltimate]

It’s within 1 mpg in the city and 3 on the highway in an AWD Enclave, if we’re talking about the Turbo i4 Explorer. It has more horsepower, more torque and is bigger. Its transmission also has two less gears (8 vs 10) which may affect its highway gas mileage. But all in all it’s perfectly reasonable mileage in this segment for a vehicle of this size. Basically matches the Palisade and Telluride with more horsepower and torque.

[@Qrail]

Buick can call this the Buc-ee’s version.

[@zzanatos2001]

Buick's website doesn't say anything about being able to get AWD on the top trim level. They all just say FWD.

[@drewdevon2009]

ive already forgotten lexus since they made every vehicle hybrid only

[@BoberMcBoberson]

I really like it! But that enormous grill mixed with those thin upper lights, make it look like someone started an Asian man 🤣

[@riomaas]

Oh wow, now I cant unsee this every time I look at it! 😂

[@ttinnovations3310]

bigger is not better, that front is soo ugly

[@timandsuea.8846]

The exterior design isn't too bad but the interior aside from the seats looks cheap. I am so tired of the dashboard length screens and this one with the swoop on the ends would make me feel like someone with giant cat eye sunglasses is spying on me. Call me old fashioned but I don't care for the all digital screen, I find it very gimmicky and would think it would be a big expense if it went down. Also I would worry about eye fatigue on long trips and the fact that nearly every manufacturer is coming out with the same 30 inch horizontal display is boring. Kia, Hyundai, Cadillac and Mercedes all have the same look. Blah! I also prefer tactile buttons for the HVAC system but these look like they were taken from a cheap boombox. The rest of the interior screams cheap GM with the look of the door trim and the cheap soft touch plastic "fake" stitching. Too much shiny piano black for the segment it's trying to compete in. I believe all Buicks are made in China and it looks like it. I'll take a Lexus or even a Mazda CX 90 over this any day.

[@HALWG51]

Tell us how you really feel! 😂😂😂

[@jmrdrgz]

I just got a 2019 Enclave. I like that round front better for now. It makes it look like a big whale. I have like a bluish charcoal color which makes it look like a blue whale to me.

[@zekew7546]

Not too many telling the Auto-Chef “Hold the Hybrid”. No hybrid, I’m out.

[@mikeisaacs2314]

The front end is my least favorite too. They could’ve did better

[@TransitAndTeslas]

Sheesh are there buttons to enable the buttons? 😂

[@AAR-83]

Man! For that much money! I will get MDX with more powerful engine or the volvo xc90 with their hybrid system. Not buying this 2.5L engine that much

[@RemixerUltimate]

The MDX Type S is less than 30 more horsepower than this, at 355. The standard engine is less at 290. The Volvo with the hybrid system is going to cost you another 10 grand at minimum, considering it starts at $71,000 for a base plug-in hybrid model, and you won’t be getting many extra features for that price. You’re not really comparing apples to apples here. Not to mention in terms of size, they aren’t comparable either.

[@BTC909]

It's the Buick Large.

[@alfontana6242]

GM needs this to be a plug in hybrid. GM had the Volt the first plug in hybrid they should have continued but they discontinued the volt in 2019. Toyota has the Rav 4 prime. GM you screwed up again.

[@ArtificiallySweet]

dont know of any consumers who agree with the top tiers cant have a bench seat mantra of Buick, Toyota etc....

[@asclepj]

that powertrain is supposed to scare anyone? Lmao

[@lucassitanggang5154]

I think it's better than Lexus

[@21wxz89]

Odd comparing a made in China Buick to any Lexus. Ridiculous

[@naveenthemachine]

The enclave isn’t even made in China…

[@MistSoalar]

Is Buick doing okay in China?

[@mtmt88]

It was... until the EV onslaught the last year and a half.

[@MistSoalar]

​@@mtmt88 makes sense. They probably prefer own domestic brands now

[@e8ook981]

@@MistSoalarno, sales decreasing year by year

[@gestebu]

Sorry, the gruff engine ruins the entire package. If they had kept the V6 you'd get a smoother and quieter ride. And likely much better highway fuel economy.

[@mervinprone]

This is as much as an RX. What would you rather have.

[@naveenthemachine]

Enclave by far. Every single day Because the RX is truly mediocre in just about every way just like the Mitsubishi Mirage is

[@Leo_Vasileio]

The wheel base is Soo stretch that it looks like a table, not a fan

[@timvandenbrink4461]

I really dislike the front end.

[@kjay5056]

Buick has built a minivan with 4 doors. Highest trim level 10K more than Sienna top model. Less efficient packaging interior to boot. People worry so much about image vs usefulness and a better value.

[@paulcheek5711]

a 1967 Pontiac had real chrome trim, not plastic fake chrome trim

[@KPHVAC]

Needs a V6 option!!

[@LetMeCook86]

Red rear turn signals 🤮🤮

[@kenziekyle1235]

Over 60k for a 4 cylinders engine on a big ass car, this wont last 2 a 100k miles i bet.

[@chudson4500]

🤣🤣 GM has been making this engine for years. If they developed the 2.7 turbo to be a great option for their pickup trucks, I can guarantee they know how to do it for a midsize SUV

[@dynamicremakes5592]

Does anyone remember when sofyan had sniffed Alex seat in the other review😂😂😂😂

[@kurstpro]

Re upload?

[@connerymartin2952]

Couldn't drive it last time

[@rebuild100]

OK I'm going to have to be the weirdo who asks if there's an only fans

[@SteveSabbai]

Buy a Buick?... Hell to the NO!

[@HALWG51]

$65,000 is absurd for a Buick.

[@naveenthemachine]

But it’s worth it. You can spend 70K on a significantly worse vehicle

[@brady_biz]

TX hybrid will last you a decade or more. This isn’t a bad option but it’s no Lexis

[@naveenthemachine]

No the TX is a complete joke. Just as your favorite Toyota hater predicted from the beginning, it’s the worst 3 row suv you can buy. Who cares about reliability? Go buy a corolla for that

[@ALMX5DP]

@@naveenthemachine what makes a Corolla more reliable?

[@naveenthemachine]

@@ALMX5DP no turbo, no features, far cheaper maintenance That’s why. Oh and it’s a lot cheaper.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@naveenthemachine a turbo makes something less reliable? You always say the TX lacks features, so shouldn’t that help reliability then? And what does less expensive maintenance have to do with reliability?

[@naveenthemachine]

@@ALMX5DP it does but it’s a lot more expensive and at this point reliability becomes less important

[@katmanjenks1961]

Nope!

[@paulcheek5711]

chrome? If u want real chrome bumper see 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix..

[@DABardx]

GM is a hard pass b/c of reliability

[@ALMX5DP]

What reliability stats are you using to make that decision?

[@lilred1107]

Buick ranks among the highest in reliability, try again.

[@naveenthemachine]

Oh riiiiiiiight😂. The second you put any logo that’s not Toyota or Lexus they’re suddenly unreliable and the biggest pile of junk to exist How about you get with the times year one grandpa?

[@wmars4655]

Compared to toyota miles behind in reliability. I drove a flagship chevy truck, best of what they had in 07. Done oil changes and maintenance religiously. For engine only last a little over two hundred thousand, same as the next engine 200k miles before the good ls3 engines give out.

[@DS-wo8wr]

@@lilred1107According to JD Power.. but according to Consumer Reports, they’re at the bottom.

[@JogBird]

kmao.. no one is cross-shopping lexus and buick

[@mtmt88]

I am now.

[@naveenthemachine]

They are and Lexus is significantly worse in just about every way like the Mitsubishi mirage is

[@freytheviking]

Engine is... not that good. Tried it out and it's just not refined at all, and not actually that fast. The Honda V6 feels better even though it is less powerful on paper.