DecodedCars2024 Buick Enclave
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- 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
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- Few owner complaints7 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 79 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 22 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 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), 0% better than the 2024 standard SUV average of 21 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the seat belts.
What changed for 2024
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 Enclave — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Enclave →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Lansing, Michigan
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2024 Enclave configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 204.3 in | 78.7 in | 70.1 in | 120.9 in | 67.3 / 66.9 in | 4,614 lb | 58/42 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 204.3 in | 78.7 in | 70.1 in | 120.9 in | 67.3 / 66.9 in | 4,361 lb | 58/42 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enclave FWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | 0% | $3,200 | 433 |
| Enclave AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | +4% | $3,350 | 450 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Buick Enclave SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.1% |
| 2024 Buick Enclave SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.9% |
Similar 2024 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Buick Enclave (this car) | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 10 |
| 2024 Toyota Highlander | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2024 Kia Telluride | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2024 GMC Yukon | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2024 Ford Expedition | 19 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Buick Enclave.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2024 Buick Enclave is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Buick Enclave buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Seat Belts — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Engine — 2 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 44,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Buick Enclave. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Enclave years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Enclave | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Enclave | 22 | 207.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 3 |
| 2025 Enclave | 23 | 207.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 38 |
| 2023 Enclave | 21 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 22 |
| 2022 Enclave | 21 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 14 |
| 2021 Enclave | 21 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 26 |
| 2020 Enclave | 21 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 61 |
| 2019 Enclave | 21 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 44 |
| 2018 Enclave | 21 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 66 |
| 2017 Enclave | 18 | 202 in | Not rated | 3 | 179 |
| 2016 Enclave | 18 | 202 in | Not rated | 4 | 141 |
| 2015 Enclave | 19 | 202 in | Not rated | 5 | 171 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Buick. How we calculate this →