On the Road with Elegance: A Test-Drive Experience with the 2024 Buick Enclave

Buckle up and see what you may have been missing! If you’re coming here to get a luxury three-row SUV like no other, then the 2024 Buick Enclave is the one you will love. Sure, there are plenty of automakers that offer three-row SUVs. But none of them can compare to the total package of an Enclave. Since it debuted in 2008, the Enclave has given discerning drivers with distinct tastes a chance to drive an SUV with a big difference: it looks great and handles like a charm.

When you head into Jim Ellis Buick GMC of Atlanta, a salesperson is ready to take you on an experience unlike any other you have ever had. Once you step inside our showroom, you’ll see why so many of your fellow drivers here in Georgia choose the Buick Enclave. From its gorgeous lines to its spacious and elegant interior, the Enclave gives you the utility you need in a three-row SUV with an eye toward style unlike any of its rival models. Once you take this for a ride, you will see why Buick provides you with unmatched performance. Come with us on a test drive of the Buick Enclave and know why you should make this your next SUV.

A Legacy of Luxury and Style

Buick introduced the Enclave for the 2008 model year as its first three-row model that could accommodate up to eight passengers. This was all part of Buick’s eventual decision to only produce SUVs. The 2024 Enclave model gives you a choice of four different models, each promising luxury and performance for the driver. The base trim is the Essence, and it’s more than just an entry-level SUV with standard luxury features like QuietTuning Technology and a hands-free power liftgate. The Premium adds additional comfort and convenience features, while the top trim is the Avenir, a name synonymous with perfection found on all of Buick’s models. Buick also offers a special edition of the 2024 Enclave called the Sport Touring. This adds an exclusive blacked-out mesh grille and 20-inch glossy black aluminum wheels.

An Exterior That Promises Adventure

When you first look at the 2024 Buick Enclave, you see a model that promises adventure. The Enclave has sporty lines that make it aerodynamic and a prominent grille that gives it sophistication. The grille is offset by LED headlamps with daytime running lights that come standard on all four Enclave models. A rear spoiler, as are a set of roof-mounted side rails, is also standard. While the Sport Touring and Avenir ride on 20-inch aluminum wheels, the Essence and Premium have 18-inch aluminum wheels. 20-inch wheels are available as well on these two models as an option. All Enclave models feature all-season tires, giving you the traction you need regardless of weather conditions.

The roomy trunk on the Enclave is easily accessible with the standard hands-free programmable liftgate. Simply kick under the rear bumper, and the liftgate will open up to 23.6 in of space for your things. This will be useful when your hands are full with grocery bags or packages from your latest shopping trip.

An Interior That Delivers Elegance

When you open the doors to the 2024 Enclave, you’re greeted by an interior that provides incredible luxury to you and your passengers. With space enough for seven, the Enclave features bucket seats in the first, captain’s chairs in the second row, and a third-row 60/40 flat-folding bench seat. The Essence has a manual-folding feature, while the other models are powered and flip with the touch of a button, freeing up to 57.7 cu.ft. of cargo space.

All models feature perforated leather seats that are stunning and luxurious. The front seats are also heated, with the Premium, Avenir, and Sport Touring offering heated second-row outboard seats. Your passengers will significantly appreciate this on cold winter mornings.

The Enclave is a proper three-row SUV with plenty of passenger space apportioned across each seating space. The first-row passengers will enjoy 41.2 in of legroom, while those seated in the second row will appreciate 38.3 in, and those in the third row will be able to stretch out with 33.5 in of legroom. The Enclave has over 157 cu.ft. of passenger space inside its compartment.

Buick gave the Enclave an Infotainment System with an eight-inch diagonal touchscreen. This will allow you to connect your smartphone using standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You’ll also be able to make hands-free calls and texts while streaming music from your favorite apps, even if you left your charging cables at home.

A wireless charging pad also comes standard, a feature usually only reserved for the top trim in the Enclave’s vehicle class. There are also six USB charging ports strategically placed in all three rows. The Enclave also features a Wi-Fi hotspot to stay connected and navigation on all models except the Essence.

The Premium and Avenir trims have a ten-speaker Bose performance-enhanced premium audio system, an available feature on the Essence trim. This system will help you provide a soundtrack to the next adventure in your 2024 Buick Enclave. The only issue you may have is deciding which song you and your passengers listen to.

Performance Beyond Your Wildest Dreams

Once you get behind the wheel of the Enclave, you experience what true performance means. Each model features a 3.6-liter V6 gas engine with a 9-speed automatic transmission. This engine doesn’t skimp on performance with its ability to deliver up to 310 hp at 6800 RPM and 266 lb-ft of torque at 2800 RPM. This is enough juice to tow up to 5,000 lbs.

The key to this engine is its dual overhead camshaft design with 24 valves for its six cylinders. It utilizes spark-ignition direct fuel injection to produce its power and stop/start system to improve overall fuel efficiency. As a result, the Enclave will get you from 0 to 60 mph in a blistering 6.5 seconds, with a top speed of 130 mph. As we said, this model is designed for luxury but built for performance.

Buick has gone with an exciting design for the Enclave’s transmission. Rather than a shift knob, you will be able to change gears at the push of a button. This unique feature is set in the center console, giving you and the front-row passenger more space.

The Enclave offers front-wheel drive for those who want improved fuel economy and all-wheel drive if you prefer more traction. As a result, the front-wheel drive Enclave averages 21 MPG in combined fuel economy, while all-wheel drive models get around 20 MPG. This is solid fuel economy for a vehicle of this size.

The engineers at Buick have gone with a MacPherson strut independent suspension in front and a five-link independent suspension in the rear. This provides a comfortable ride for your passengers, with a good road feel for you. A Premium Suspension with continuously variable real-time damping is available on the Enclave Avenir. This will give your passengers the smoothest ride possible, even on uneven pavement.

Enter the Enclave: A World of Elegance

Elegance and luxury are not words often associated with a three-row midsize SUV. These models tend to be utilitarian, often putting function over form. Rarely do you encounter a vehicle where form meets function like the Enclave. If you are looking for an SUV with the interior space you need and the comfort and convenience features you desire, then the Enclave is for you. This exceptional blend of luxury styling, premium performance, and classy looks is available. Come to our dealership today and test-drive an Enclave. We feel you won’t want to leave without driving it home!