Buick Enclave History
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History
The Enclave debuted for 2008 as Buick's three-row, full-size crossover, sharing GM's Lambda platform with the Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia, and Chevrolet Traverse. Its smooth ovoid styling and quiet, upscale cabin made it an early hit and helped reposition Buick as a premium-leaning brand.
The second generation (2018–2024) moved upmarket against rivals like the Acura MDX and Volvo XC90, with a 310-hp 3.6-liter V6 and a nine-speed automatic. The third generation arrived for 2025 with styling inspired by the Wildcat EV concept, a new turbocharged four-cylinder, available Super Cruise hands-free driving, and a large curved display.
Generations
First generation · Lambda
The debut three-row Lambda-platform crossover with a 3.6-liter V6; the car that helped reposition Buick upscale.
2012 Photo: “2012 Buick Enclave Leather, front right, 08-23-2024.jpg” by MercurySable99 / Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Second generation · C1XX
A more premium three-row crossover with a 310-hp 3.6-liter V6 and nine-speed automatic.
2019 Photo: “2019 Buick Enclave 3.6L, front 8.25.19.jpg” by Kevauto / Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Third generation · Wildcat-inspired
Restyled per the Wildcat EV concept; a new turbo four, available Super Cruise, and a large curved display.
2025 Photo: “2025 Buick Enclave (cropped).jpg” by 2000chevymontecarlo / Wikimedia Commons — Public domain
Body styles
- 4-door SUV
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