Buick Enclave first generation
The Buick Enclave first generation (2008–2017): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United States and Canada.
Sold in: United States, Canada, and European Union
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | – | 5,130 mm TC | 5,126–5,128 mm |
| Width | – | 2,010 mm TC | 2,007 mm |
| Height | – | 1,820–1,850 mm TC | 1,821–1,842 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,030 mm RDW | 3,020 mm TC | 3,020 mm |
| Front track | – | 1,710 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | – | 1,700 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 2,068–2,070 kg RDW | 2,108–2,261 kg TC | – |
| Mass in running order | 2,168–2,170 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,600–2,908 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,000 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500–650 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5–7 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2017: ★★★★★
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
2,226 complaints for model years 2008–2017. 71 crashes · 24 fires · 142 injuries
- Airbags 748
- Steering 426
- Engine 301
- Transmission and drivetrain 285
- Electrical system 217
- Body and structure 96
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 8 versions of the Buick Enclave first generation
United States 5 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2017SIDI | 3.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 289–315 g/km |
| 2010–2017SIDI | 3.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 307–322 g/km |
| 2009–2012CLKUP · SIDI | 3.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2008–2009CLKUP | 3.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 2008CLKUP | 3.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
Canada 3 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2017Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 3.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 12.3–13.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 283–323 g/km |
| 2009–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 3.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 283 g/km |
| 2008–2012Sport utility vehicle | 3.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 12.4–13.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 285–299 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.