2022 Buick Enclave: Specs, Prices, Ratings, and Reviews (2024)

The 2022 Buick Enclave luxury SUV is available in three trims, the Essence, Premium, and Avenir and prices range from $43,995 to $56,295.

The Enclave is fitted with a 3.6-liter V6 that generates 310 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque at 2,800 rpm and a nine-speed automatic transmission. Power is routed through the front wheels or through an optional $2,000 all-wheel-drive system.

The front-wheel-drive Enclave achieves an EPA-estimated 18 miles per gallon city, 26 mpg highway, and 21 combined while the AWD powertrain loses one point across the board.

The Enclave is Buick’s largest crossover and is rated for seven passengers with second-row captain's chairs and three seat positions across the third row. The Enclave’s long body stretches to 204.8 inches which is four inches longer than the VW Atlas and eight inches longer than the Honda Pilot.

That length provides for a large interior with 38.3 inches of second-row legroom and 33.5 inches for the rearmost passengers and an impressive 23.6 cubic feet of storage space behind the third row which then grows to 57.7 with the third row folded and 97.4 with both rear rows folded. Only the slightly larger Chevrolet Traverse provides more interior space in this class.

The Enclave is rated to tow a maximum of 5,000 pounds when equipped with the $650 Trailering Package.

The Buick Enclave is standard with automatic emergency braking (AEB) with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, lane keep assist, a rear cross-traffic alert system that buzzes the left or right side of the driver’s seat (a nice subtle touch), automatic high beams, and front and rear parking assist albeit with limited availability due to parts shortages.

The new $1,450 Technology Package adds an upgraded AEB system, a new rear pedestrian detection system, adaptive cruise control, a digital rearview mirror, and a high-definition surround-view camera. In the Premier trim, those features are standard except for the enhanced AEB and adaptive cruise control which are tied to the $1,995 Adaptive Cruise and Wheel Package. They are standard on the Avenir trim which also now receives rain-sensing wipers.

The Enclave earns Good crashworthiness scores and a Superior rating for vehicle-to-pedestrian front crash prevention from IIHS and has not yet been rated by NHTSA.

The base Enclave features an eight-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, SiriusXM with 360L, a Wi-Fi hotspot while six USB ports (two per row) and a wireless phone charger keep the devices from running empty.

The Premium trim adds navigation, a 10-speaker Bose sound system, and a 120V outlet. Those features can be had on the Essence through the Sounds and Sights Package ($1,555) which also requires the Technology Package.

The starting trim features LED headlights and daytime running lights, restyled 18-inch wheels, chrome body side molding inserts, window surrounds, and roof rails, body-color door handles with chrome inserts, dual exhaust outlets, a hands-free power tailgate with an LED projection to indicate where to kick, body-color heated mirrors with driver’s side auto-dimming glass and integrated turn signals, remote engine start, and proximity entry.

Inside, the Essence is equipped with perforated leather seats with heating for the front row, eight-way power-adjustability for the driver, and six-way power-adjustability for the passenger, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 4.2-inch driver information display, and a tri-zone climate control system.

A new Sport Touring Package is available for $1,695 and features a blacked-out mesh grille with body-color surround, gloss black lower front bumper trim, and 20-inch wheels with graphite-painted pockets.

The top-tier trim separates itself from the rest of the lineup with a unique grille, body-color lower front and rear bumper trim and side sills, clear LED taillights, restyled 20-inch wheels, rain-sensing wipers, a dual-pane moonroof, and unique interior trim surfacing and seat stitching pattern.

The top-tier trim offers the Avenir Technology Package for $1,595 which includes active suspension and upgraded LED headlights.

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The cabin is dressed in premium materials and especially so for the range-topping Avenir. The power-controlled front seats offer heating and available ventilating and massaging functions. If you fold down the second- and third-row seats, the Enclave offers just under 100 cubic feet of storage capacity, making this model almost as versatile as a minivan.

Performance, efficiency, and towing. Buick outfits the 2022 Enclave with a 3.6-liter V6 engine that develops 310 horsepower. It is the same engine found in some Cadillac models. That said, this SUV isn’t especially fast as it weighs just over two tons. This SUV is built for comfort with its soft and compliant suspension. We laud it for its responsive steering, which is especially welcome at highway speeds.

The Enclave utilizes a 9-speed automatic transmission to send power to the front or to all four wheels. It averages a combined 20/21 mpg and that’s on the low side for this segment. The Enclave pulls a robust 5,000 pounds when equipped with the optional towing package, which is average for the segment, but just behind the 6,000-pound rating for the Nissan Pathfinder.

Comfort and premium features. It costs about $42,000 to get behind the wheel of a base Buick Enclave, a price that reflects this model’s premium status. A fully loaded Avenir trim with all-wheel drive pushes $60,000, and that’s within the range of the Acura MDX.

Nevertheless, Buick equips the Enclave with a long list of comfort and tech features, including an 8-inch touch-screen display, Bluetooth, and Siri Eyes Free. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone compatibility, six USB ports, and a Wi-Fi hotspot are standard. A 6-speaker audio package is included. Wireless phone charging, a 10-speaker Bose audio system, navigation, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are among the options.

Heated front seats, as well as power-controlled driver and front passenger seats, are included. Leather touches, three-zone climate control, and heated side mirrors come standard. The options list includes full leather seats, 20-inch wheels, and a panoramic sunroof.

Standard and available safety tech. Along with a refreshed design, the 2022 Enclave gains expanded driver-assist safety equipment. Buick includes automatic emergency braking, active lane control, and blind-spot monitoring. Automatic high beams and rear parking sensors are also standard.

Among the safety options are adaptive cruise control, rear pedestrian alert, a head-up display, and a color head-up display. Front parking assist is available. Enhanced automatic emergency braking comes with the Avenir.

Final thoughts. The 2022 Buick Enclave has superior seating and enough cargo room, with just about 100 cubic feet of storage – so it's built for comfort and long trips, but not for speed. It's stylish, but we do wish for more color options with the base model. The fuel efficiency isn't great, either, at roughly 20/21 mpg, and lacks hybrid/EV options. The Toyota Highlander has a combined 36 mpg for comparison. The Enclave's tech and infotainment features are pretty well-stocked, though.

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