The 2022 Buick Enclave crossover placed well for dependability in the Consumer Reports selection of the Most Reliable 3-Year-Old Midsize SUVs, published at the start of December.
While not as spectacularly successful as the 2022 Cadillac XT5, another GM crossover that made the list, the Buick Enclave earned a 73 out of 100 rating for reliability.
Consumer Reports provides data on three-year used crossover reliability because such vehicles typically have nearly all the same advanced features as the current-year model, but at a significantly lower cost thanks to depreciation. The Buick Enclave’s 73 reliability score puts it below the competing Lexus GX and three-row Lexus RX L with 87 points each, but above the Acura MDX with its 69 rating.
CRÂ praised the Buick Enclave for its smooth, comfortable ride and its pleasantly quiet cockpit. A handy infotainment system and comparatively spacious third-row seating area also drew favorable comment. Weaker points included its relatively low 18 miles per gallon fuel efficiency, lack of power sunshade for the sunroof, and difficult-to-use gear selector.
Owners rated the driving experience for the Enclave at 76 of 100 points. Comfort is the model’s strongest suit, with a full 88 points out of 100, and most buyers like the vehicle’s appearance, giving it an 84 rating. The weakest area was value, scoring at just 44 rating.
When it comes to performance, the Enclave got 4 out of 5 for acceleration. This includes a 7.1-second 0-60 mph time, a 15.8-second quarter mile, and 3.1 seconds to reach 30 mph. The transmission got a 5 out of 5 rating, while both routine handling and emergency handling received an average 4 out of 5 from owners.
The Buick Enclave has been in the Consumer Reports spotlight for a number of years, with the 2023 model year getting a recommendation from the organization. The 2023 Buick Enclave was also said to be affordable to maintain, costing about 20 percent less in ownership costs over a 10-year period than a typical three-row crossover.
The 2019 Enclave was also highlighted for being reliable, while in 2021 it drew praise as one of the best crossovers and a “rare luxury midsized SUV that has decent third-row room without punishing the second-row occupants.” The Enclave led domestic brands in 2023 and the 2024 model was noted as another year with exceptionally low costs of ownership.
Consumer Reports recommends purchase of the Buick Enclave in the 2019, 2020, 2022 and 2023 model years.
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