Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
16 City / 22 HWY
Horsepower
288
Seats
7 -8
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Carol R
It rides very well and is very comfortable. I plan to buy another enclave in the future.
My enclave rides great. It has been reliable. I did have to replace the throttle body sensor but that's the only problem I've had.
accountCircle Daniel D
A common problem is a part in the air conditioner will malfunction.
Love the third row seating. Love the bucket seats in the middle. Love the smooth ride. The gas mileage is moderate to okay.
accountCircle Mary Ellen S
Buick enclave - a true family car.
Love my Buick enclave. Love the heated seats in the cold weather. Love that I can seat 7. Love that I can tote large items (recently moved and was able to store and move many items. Love the Bluetooth access for hands-free phone calling.. Love the leather seats, central air and moon-sun roof.
accountCircle Linda S
Buick enclave review, best SUV on the road.
We have not had many issues with the enclave it is a very roomy vehicle and drives very nice. It is large enough for are entire family. I especially like the set of 2 bucket seats, it makes it real easy for people and our dogs to get back there. I like that it has many vents and many options for plugging in a phone.
accountCircle July G
It rides smoothly. It has plenty of space. The features are great.
The Buick Enclave is comfortable and has room for my family of five
accountCircle Jaime M
Classy, smooth SUV big enough for the family too!
Only issue is one of lights went out near headlight and really expensive to replace and not needed. Other than that only other issue was water pump went out
accountCircle nicole s
It's extremely comfortable, durable and handles well on the road.
I love the smooth ride and comfort of the vehicle. I love the heated seats and the third row seating. I don't like the expensive cost of repairs.
accountCircle Sarah K
4 door crossover with third row seating.
Perfect vehicle for our family of four. Great for running errands and enough room for those cross country road trips. The third row allows for carpooling but lays down to bring home those awkward home purchases that wouldn't fit in a sedan truck. It is big enough for all our camping gear for those quickly planned weekend camping trips.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Sierra K
My review on my amazing Buick!
I really like the vehicle I have, it is good on gas mileage, tech system is really cool. I also like the wheels are rims on this car. I think the driving on it is really well, nothing has ever broken on it or really needed to be seriously serviced. I love it.
accountCircle Alicia R
2011 enclave should be in a junkyard.
Just about every part of the truck has had to be replaced. New engine, brake lines, transmission, sensors, and these are just a few things that had to have been replaced.. It is big enough for a family of 5 and seats are comfortable so that is a plus.
accountCircle Sheldon
Good and bad
One of the most comfortable cars I've owned, I was planning to drive this car for a long time, it had 60,000 miles on it when we got it 5 years ago, traded it in last week with 142,000. Torque converter went out, ac went out, both front end and rear suspension went out at 1100$ each, gas mileage is horrible... Just couldn't afford it anymore. Would never buy another
accountCircle Kiley O
The issues and the features I like.
It is ok vehicle. We've had engine problems and we have had engine power issues also. The navigation never works. For long drives the seats are not completely comfortable. But I love the back up camera and the heated seats and the third row in the back.
accountCircle John W
2011 Buick enclave problems.
Problems-replaced transmission, not a very smooth ride. . Performance- gas mileage is not as good as advertised. . Comfort- has good room and seating for 6 people. Have had many of road trips in this vehicle in the earlier stages of the cars life time. . Now that this is up in miles, would not take family on trip with this car. Not very comfortable with its reliability.
accountCircle Jeff J
The trim on the inside makes the inside look classy.
Rust frame, wiper motor out, air condition motor out needs wheel bearing sensor and it also needs shocks and struts in the front of the vehicle. The rear view camera is in the mirror which makes it difficult to see. The sunroof in the back seats does not open which makes it difficult to get extra air in the vehicle.
accountCircle A B
The Siv has a lot of space, bucket seats.
When I first bought the 2011 Buick I like it a lot. That was what I was looking for 3 seater with bucket seats and this SUV was perfect. Since it was a used SUV the a/c gave out than I fixed it. Other things were breaking from the sides of the seats. But I kept it. I like that it has a lot of space.
accountCircle Alyssa D
Actually fits grown adults in all seats!
The Enclave has a rare tire size that makes purchasing new tires difficult and very expensive. They are prone to transmission issues. I get inconsistent gas mileage both locally and highway. It is very roomy and accommodates four adults easily and three teens in the 3rd row. The fold down seats have been a lifesaver with moving large loads! It feels very stable when driving. It's very comfortable and had plenty of cup holders throughout. This car has been great for a large family!

Buick Enclave Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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CX
288 HP 18 MPG 7-8 Seats
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CXL-1
288 HP 18 MPG 7-8 Seats
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CXL-2
288 HP 18 MPG 7-8 Seats
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2011 Buick Enclave Owner Reviews

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4 stars 30%
3 stars 15%
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accountCircle Selena D on June 5, 2021
Sunroof, moonroof, heated seats, XM radio free.
It is horrible on gas but it literally has everything I ever wanted. Heated seat. 3rd row seats. A lot of room. Buttons to tell has economy, oil life, tire pressure, assisted parking. It has buttons on the steering wheel for the radio and cruise control.
accountCircle brooke C on May 6, 2021
I love the leather seats and bucket seats in the middle row.
Overall I love the performance and reliability of the vehicle. It is very comfortable. The only issue I have had was a battery went bad so it needed to be replaced. Other than that it has been great. I would recommend this truck to new buyers. Plenty of storage space as well.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Jill H.

I loved the feel of it as soon as I sat inside of the vehicle. I did not want all the bells and whistles, which the 2011 does not have. I love how the back seats fold down, which I have needed space for numerous outings and luggage and groceries and bikes and more. It drives very quietly too.

likeFilled Jacinda H.

It is a luxury vehicle with plenty of cargo space. It drives nice and is a quiet vehicle. The con is it has been starting to take a lot of parts. The heating and ac vents have been replaced several times and we still have issues with them.

likeFilled Emily G.

My Buick enclave is has been a good vehicle for my family. The all-wheel-drive has come in handy for the rural roads during snow and mud days. I love the dual sunroof, sleek look of the Buicks, and all the electronics including auxiliary port and the regular plugin for all the kids electronics. The extra row of seats have come in handy for all my kids friends travel with but it is also nice to lay back down for extra storage for vacations.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Jill H.

Really the only con is that I am not able to do my own oil changes because the way the engine was built/put together, only a professional can do an oil change because everything is underneath the engine.

dislikeFilled Jacinda H.

The heat and ac vents keep going bad for us. They have been replaced by a mechanic several times and now the defrost is not working properly. Otherwise it does not have any cons that I can think of. We have been very pleased with the vehicle.

dislikeFilled Emily G.

Although the sleek look for the Buick is beautiful but it is not kid-friendly. I only wish they would not put carpet in vehicles because they are the worst to keep clean with children under the age of 18. The leather seats are worn out by the now with the age of it being 9 years old. They are ripped and tore. They could not keep up with the family vacations and the heat during Kansas summers. I only wish they would design a vehicle that is kid friendly that did not have carpets but vinyl or slick hard flooring and on the on the backs of the vehicles cup holders that are easier to clean when cops are left in the vehicles by accident how about stain resistant fabrics that add to the glamour of the Buicks.

Ranks #11 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2011 Buick Enclave has an average owner rating of 4.36 out of 5 which ranks it #11 of 23 other Midsize SUVs.

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4.82
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4.71
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4.43

Ranks #7 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2011 Buick Enclave has a combined MPG of 26 which ranks it #7 of 23 other Midsize SUVs.

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29 MPG
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28 MPG
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22 MPG

Is The 2011 Buick Enclave A Good Car?

Yes it is a very good vehicle because it is reliable. I like the way it looks. We haven't had any problems and it has been easy for my husband to fix.
Stephanie B.
It is overall a good vehicle. The space in the back is ample and roomy. The only downside is it is not good with gas and has a lot of blind spots.
Ashley M.
It has been so far. I've only had it a few weeks though. But I haven't had any problems and I hope I don't have any problems in the future.
Kayla W.
Yes, but gas efficiency is not good. It is a good solid and thick car. It also comes in a lot of colors
Tracey M.
It is a good vehicle. Especially for people who need the extra room! It easily fits 7 adults and still has decent cargo space.
Elizabeth M.

How Reliable Is The 2011 Buick Enclave?

Yes it is very reliable. It does not have any problems at this time. We have fixed a few things but all is normal wear and tear things that needed to be done.
Stephanie B.
It is a reliable car and does not shut off if you happen to leave a light on. It drives smoothly but the screen on the driver mirror when backing up is inconvenient.
Ashley M.
Yes it's been very reliable so far. The only problem is sometimes the window doesn't roll up and down the way I want it to.
Liza P.
It is reliable and does not have any problems except the gas efficiency. The back row is king of tight
Mayumi N.
They are prone to transmission issues and the gas mileage isn't always consistent. But it’s been very reliable.
Rose S.

Is The 2011 Buick Enclave A Good Value?

We paid about $12,000 for the vehicle I think. We think it was a great value. The people that owned it before us took very good care of it according to the carfax report we got.
Stephanie B.
Over 15,000 dollars. It is a good value but there a better ones out there that will run better on gas and have better leather seats.
Ashley M.
I don't know how much they normally go for but mine was about $9,000. And with all the taxes it will be around $13,000. And yes for a luxury vehicle it is a good value.
Christine B.
The newest model can cost up to 50,000. I would not spend that much for a Buick enclave. I would buy another car band for 50,000
Jessica B.
Between 20 and 30,000. And it’s a decent value for the money. Compared to other vehicles it’s size, it’s definitely a better value.
James C.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my 2011 Buick Enclave backup camera not working?

Answer: The 2011 Buick Enclave does comes standard with a backup camera. If the camera is not working then there are three common reasons why. The first is that the camera has been damaged by road debris and will need...

What's the 2011 Buick Enclave thermostat location?

Answer: The thermostat in Your 2011 Buick Enclave is located in the back right corner of the engine bay. It is in a black plastic coupler that has a rubber coolant hose on one end and the other end is bolted to the...

2011 Buick Enclave: What is the size of the trunk and cargo space?

Answer: The 2011 Buick Enclave has 23.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row of seats. This space increases to 65.9 cubic feet when You fold down the third row. If You fold down the second and third row of...

2011 Buick Enclave: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: Your 2011 Buick Enclave oil capacity iS5.5 quarts. The recommended oil type iS5w-30 full synthetic motor oil. It is recommended to change Your oil every 7,500 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. You can...

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