The 2008 Buick Enclave replaces the Buick Rendezvous, and is a wonderful improvement over that vehicle. Set to compete with the Mercedes R-Class, Audi Q7 and Lexus RX 350, the Enclave’s unique interior and sheetmetal position it as a potential market leader.
The Buick Enclave is built on GM’s Lambda platform and features third row seats, a 3.6 liter 275 horsepower VG engine and a six-speed automatic transmission. Unlike the other GM vehicles build on the Lambda platform, however, the Enclave features a number of luxury options as standard equipment. For example, it comes with a six-way power driver’s seat, power liftgate, a rear backup camera, HID headlamps, MP3, CD and XM stereo system and patterned cloth seats.
One of the first things you’ll notice when you drive the Buick Enclave is its quiet ride. It features front-door side glass, triple door seals, an acoustic laminated windshield, dampening material on the underbody and even engine mounts. You can talk to anyone in the vehicle without having to raise your voice, which is especially useful in a vehicle that seats six or seven people.
The ride in the Enclave is comfortable and isolated, and steering precision is decent, requiring few steering corrections. If you are looking for a roomy SUV with luxury features and refined style, the Enclave is the vehicle for you.
