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2020 Buick Enclave

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.

Buick Enclave
Pictured: 2022 Buick Enclave 'Essense' (facelift), front 6.1.22. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles
4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
21 combined · 18 city / 26 hwy
Length
204.3 in
Curb weight
4,361–4,614 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
6 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 17 similar 2020 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2020 Buick Enclave is a standard SUV offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 204 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,614 lb (4dr SUV AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway), 8% better than the 2020 standard SUV average of 19.5 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 61 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.

What changed for 2020

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2019 Enclave — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Enclave →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV AWD204.3 in78.7 in70.1 in120.9 in67.3 / 66.9 in4,614 lb58/42
4dr SUV FWD204.3 in78.7 in70.1 in120.9 in67.3 / 66.9 in4,361 lb58/42

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Enclave FWD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 9-spdFront-Wheel Drive18 / 26 / 21+8%$3,200420
Enclave AWD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 9-spdAll-Wheel Drive17 / 25 / 20+6%$3,350443
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $4,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
19.5 MPG2020 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2020 Buick Enclave SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★15%
2020 Buick Enclave SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★16.9%
StandardElectronic stability control
OptionalForward collision warning
OptionalLane departure warning

Similar 2020 standard SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2020 Buick Enclave (this car)21 MPG★★★★★6
2020 Toyota Land Cruiser14 MPGNot rated0
2020 Ford Explorer28 MPG★★★★★35
2020 Toyota Highlander36 MPG★★★★★5
2020 Kia Telluride23 MPG★★★★★7
2020 GMC Yukon18 MPG★★★★★4
2020 Chevrolet Tahoe18 MPG★★★★★3

Recalls (6)

Tires · Feb 25, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V115000 · 33,838 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Risk
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
Tires · Nov 5, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V684000 · 7,516 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.
Risk
Overcured tires may experience a carcass break in the sidewall resulting in a sudden air loss or could develop a belt edge separation which could lead to partial or full tread/belt loss. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles and replace tires that have DOT number and production mold number combinations identified by Continental, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202319030.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · Oct 29, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V668000 · 194,105 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
Risk
Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Oct 15, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V639000 · 2,781 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The fuel pump's jet nozzle may have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.
Risk
Insufficient fuel supply can result in an engine stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202314760.
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator · Jul 30, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V446000 · 769 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5 and XT6, Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 and Traverse and GMC Acadia and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The diffuser component of the Roof-Rail Air Bag (RRAB) inflator may not have been properly crimped to the inflator and could separate from the inflator during air bag deployment.
Risk
If the diffuser separates from the inflator during deployment, RRAB performance may be degraded, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect RRAB modules, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N202305380.
Structure › Frame And Members · Sep 6, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V643000 · 3,420 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The right-hand frame rail in the engine compartment may be cracked.
Risk
A crack in the frame rail may reduce crash performance, increasing the risk of an injury.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N192268310.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2020 Buick Enclave is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

61Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
3Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
2Injuries reported
7,100 miTypical mileage at failure
Engine17
Unknown Or Other13
Electrical System10
Power Train9
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Service Brakes5
Seat Belts3
Steering3
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
23/12: 224/01: 324/03: 124/04: 224/08: 124/09: 124/11: 124/12: 125/01: 125/02: 125/03: 225/07: 125/08: 225/09: 125/10: 126/02: 126/03: 426/04: 526/05: 226/06: 226/07: 326/08: 226/09: 326/10: 223/1224/0424/1125/0225/0826/0226/0526/08max 5

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2020 Buick Enclave buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Engine — 17 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  3. Electrical System — 10 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  4. Power Train — 9 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 7,100 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 Buick Enclave. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Enclave years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Enclave22–Not rated00
2026 Enclave22207.5 inNot rated13
2025 Enclave23207.5 inNot rated038
2024 Enclave21204.3 in★★★★★07
2023 Enclave21204.3 in★★★★★022
2022 Enclave21204.3 in★★★★★114
2021 Enclave21204.3 in★★★★★226
2019 Enclave21204.3 in★★★★★144
2018 Enclave21204.3 in★★★★★066
2017 Enclave18202 inNot rated3179
2016 Enclave18202 inNot rated4141
2015 Enclave19202 inNot rated5171

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Buick. How we calculate this →