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Buick Enclave 2008

Buick Enclave 2008

SUV > Buick
By Steve Lussier - (2008-02-01)

Let’s start out by saying that I didn’t think twice when offered the chance to tryout the ‘‘Buick Enclave’.  From the day I first saw it in a brochure or beheld it on the road, its modern and fetching design greatly impressed me.

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Buick Enclave 2008

By Steve Lussier

Finally, at a time where the cost of fuel weighs heavily in purchasing a vehicle, the ‘’Enclave’’ consumed on average 13.2 litres per 100km during our trip, two thirds of which took place on  the road and the remaining third, in the city. This constitutes an excellent combined consumption considering the type of vehicle.


In short, the ‘’Enclave’’ was a welcome surprise. It can be compared favourably to the best in this class. It cost more than the previous version but worth it because of the remarkable design, a more than adequate engine and irreproachable detailing which all add up to driving satisfaction. Finally, I’ll admit to regretting leaving it after the road tryout.

Road-test liked:

  • the overall design;
  • the quality of the materials and the detailing;
  • comfort and handling;
  • low fuel consumption.

Road-test disliked:

  • poor acceleration;
  • arduous parking maneouvrability.

Technicals Informations (Enclave)

BASIC INFORMATION
Category SUV
Number of passengers 5
Number of doors 5
PRICE
Price range 40 895$ - 51 295 $
Price of model tested 51 295 $
DRIVE TRAIN
Engine type V6
Displacement 3,6 liters
Horse power ch@rpm 275 hp.
Acceleration 0-100 km/h 8.8 sec.
Torque (lb.pi@rpm) 251 lb.pi@ 3200 rpm
Automatic transmission (number of speeds) 6
Continusly variable transmission No
Antilock brakes Yes
TIRES
Tire size 19 inches
Wheel dimension 255/60
SECURITY
Front air bags 2
Side air bags 2
Side curtains 2
Traction control Yes
Stability assist system Yes
COMFORT AND COMMODITIES
Seating & trim Leather
Heating seats Yes
Air conditioning Yes
Cruise control Yes
Power door locks Yes
Remote entry system Yes
Power windows Yes
Adjustable steering Yes
Steering Yes
AUDIO SYSTEM
AM/FM radio with CD Yes
MP3 capacity Yes
Auxiliary input jack Yes
GAS MILEAGE (l/100km)
Average consumption during test 13,2 l/100km
DIMENSIONS
Length 5 126 mm
Width 2 006 mm
Height 1 846 mm
Wheel base (mm) 3 021 mm
Weight (kg) 2 261 kg
Cargo volume (L) 1 911 L
Max volume (L) 3 291 L
Towing capacity (kg) 2 041 kg
WARRANTY (YEARS / KM)
Base warranty 4 years / 80 000 km
Road side assistance Yes

 

Buick Enclave 2008

Buick Enclave 2008

Buick Enclave 2008

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