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2008 Buick Enclave consumer reviews

$32,790–$34,805 MSRP range
side view of 2008 Enclave Buick
(85 reviews)
74% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 3.7
  • Value 3.9
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 3.7
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We shopped around, we chose Enclave

My wife chose this car, she is 34, and she is picky. We have a Lexus LS 430 and a Chevy Suburban. We were looking at an RX 400 hybrid and the Toyota Sienna to replace the Suburban. We really trust Toyota to build great cars. This was a hard decision for us. The Buick was great for us. The third row seating was probably the decision point for me. I am rather tall and when I got in the third row - I was sold. It was easy to get in and comfortable to ride around. I miss some of Toyota's attention to detail in the third row. It looked and felt a little cheap. My wife wanted a power fold down for the third row, she is short and is always hauling something odd shaped for the kids. Power and drivablility were spot on. I am not a drag racer so I didn't notice anything. It is just very smooth. I liked the back up camera. The drivers instruments are well placed and easy to read. So far, no complaints about quality or finish. It is just beautiful. Wow, I can't believe this is an American car. It is so quiet. It is just like my Lexus. Overall, this car is a winner. If you don't believe me, take a test drive, I rode in the third row - it sold me. Nice job, GM!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Gorgeous Crossover

Great ride! This vehicle has all that my family and I needed. The only down fall, so far is that if you are driving to conserve fuel, that the electronics hesitates when you need the extra power. If you want the power start off with the heavy foot and you won't be disappointed. My wife absolutely loves this car, has enough room for everyone and still gets descent gas mileage for a large vehicle. Would of like bluetooth, but on-star and a verizon plan work fine. Best decision I've made in buying a SUV, and I never would of thought I would have bought a Buick. Worth every dollar, GM should start making plans to reinvest in their lambdas, so they can stay competitive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Watch out Germany and Japan

This Enclave is by far the best American made vehicle in 50 years! We traded in a Honda Odyssey that was "boring" and now everyone wants to know what we are driving and begs to be given a ride. Excellent build quality, excellent comfort, excellent fuel mileage and excellent "WOW" factor when driving. I LOVE IT!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Still your soccer moms Buick

Great for a mom to get groceries and transport kids to and from school. But still a Buick and it has no guts. A nice minivan.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does not recommend this car
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Buick is Back

Great vechical I have had a Yukon XL, an Armada, and a Honda Van. My wife wanted to got back to an SUV this is a great compromise. The Yukon was great but long, and the Nissan Armada was a lemon. Since I no longer tow big trailers the Enclave was perfect.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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