Flagship Upgrade Breaks from V6

Buick isn’t a brand you think of anymore when you’re looking to retirees (sorry), and Buick’s latest lineup of updated products has proven to be more youthful, more technologically advanced, and more attractive than ever. With the recent unveiling of the 2025 Buick Enclave, the Buick lineup is proving to be a strong contender. The 2025 Enclave comes with Wildcat-inspired styling, larger numbers, packs more tech features, available Super Cruise, and a new 2.5-liter engine with 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque. Here’s a first look at the latest three-row from the triple-shield brand, which effectively completes the brand’s ICE cover redesign.

When will the 2025 Buick sedan come out?

The release date for the 2025 Buick Enclave is expected to be later this year as the automaker says ordering will begin in the summer of 2024. We suspect it will arrive in US dealerships by the end of the year.

2025 Buick Enclave Estimated Price and Competition

Along with key specs, the MSRP of the new Enclave has yet to be revealed. With such an important update, however, it stands to reason that there will be an increase in the price of the current models. Since 2024 Enclaves sell for around $43,900 at the entry of the lineup and top out at $60k for the final AWD model, we expect the 2025 Buick Enclave to start around $46k and exceed $65k. before options on the Avenir trim. This squad also has a few changes on the cards, with Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir Filters.

The timing of the Enclave’s release is good, as the Acura MDX, one of its main rivals, has also been subject to major updates for the 2025 model year. The newest MDX promises to be loaded with technology while offering the Type S trim, which the Enclave lacks. Still, Buick’s SUV leans more towards premium, so buyers can also buy the Infiniti QX60 which now costs around $50k for the base model but offers an upscale interior, plenty of standard features, and good safety credentials. .

New Buick Enclave Exterior and Paint

Most noticeable about the updated Enclave are the exterior changes Buick has made. centralt SUV again looks dreary and instead is aligned with the modern look of its Envision and Envista brothers; The new design is a fulfillment of Buick’s promise to deliver aesthetic excellence in all of its new models and boasts a fresh take on the brand’s identity.

The Enclave’s grille has been completely redesigned along with the front and rear fascias. It’s no longer shield-shaped but has a wide, rectangular notch accented by a lower intake and winged headlight flanks with LED taillights. At the rear, you’ll find full-width LED taillights, and on Avenir models, dynamic walk-up lights are standard. The top also gets a sunroof as standard.

20-inch wheels will be standard, while the Avenir gets custom 22-inch wheels in Pearl Nickle finish. The Sport Touring (ST) differentiates itself from other models with gloss black accents on the grille, window surrounds and exterior mirrors. Buick is not detailing what exterior colors will be available for the new Enclave.

Estimated Dimensions of the Buick Enclave

The new Buick Enclave is longer and taller than the outgoing model, and it will also require a few more inches of space to open the garage doors. The manufacturer hasn’t shared the specifications of the 2025 Buick Enclave, except to say it’s bigger in almost every dimension. For reference, the 2024 models are 204.8 inches long, 78.8 inches wide without mirrors and stand just under 70 inches tall. Wheelbase is 120.9 inches on the outgoing model.

The weight of the curb may vary depending on the change of ratio and the addition of new equipment. Expect 2025 Enclaves to weigh more than the outgoing model’s 4,469-pound maximum.

Buick Enclave Engine and Performance

Another big change for the Enclave is the replacement of its 3.6-liter V6 engine with a new 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. This is the same engine found in the Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia, where it puts out 328 hp and 326 lb-ft. Those figures are an improvement over the V6 specs, as seen in the comparison below:

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  2025 Buick Enclave
  

  Engine

  2.5-liter Turbo four-cylinder Gas

  Horse Power

  328 hp

  Torque

  326 lb-ft

  Fuel Economy

  TBA

  Contagion

  8-speed automatic

  Driving lessons

  FWD | AWD

  Towing Capacity

  5,000 pounds

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  2024 Buick Enclave

  Engine

  3.6-liter V6 Gas

  Horse Power

  310 hp

  Torque

  266 lb-ft

  Fuel Economy

  18/26/21 mpg FWD | 17/25/20 mpg AWD

  Contagion

  9-speed automatic

  Driving lessons

  FWD | AWD

  Towing Capacity

  5,000 pounds

Despite the big torque hit, the Enclave can still only tow 5,000 pounds.

Gas Mileage Estimates

There’s no official word on gas mileage figures for the 2025 Buick Enclave, and none of its cousins ​​have been EPA-rated, but we’ll certainly see improved fuel economy ratings from 2024 models. The outgoing V6 Enclave managed 18/ 26/21 mpg in FWD and 17/25/20 mpg with AWD. These figures were not competitive, and the automaker will want to improve on that.

Buick Enclave Interior and Cargo

If the exterior changes are dramatic, the Buick Enclave’s interior upgrades are even more so. Not to mention the overall look and feel, but it also has more space inside due to the size of the car for the year 2025. However, the most obvious is the newly designed dashboard and dashboard and the floating center console, which brings the old cabin into the world of modern . The designers have used the space well and there is an airy view of the cabin for an “open travel experience”. The console also offers more work storage, a multi-controller, and two cups.

The clean design is attractive, and above the dash is a 30-inch wide display that takes care of groups of driver information and infotainment. As with the Envision and Evista, this is the largest screen in the class. The infotainment system is also more intuitive than before and can be controlled via the touchscreen or Google Assistant. Common interior features include:

• Wireless charging

• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

• Customizable multi-color ambient lighting

• A power liftgate with automatic feel

• Power, heated front row seats with lumbar support

• Bose sound system with 12 speakers in the lower panels

• 16-speaker Bose Performance Series sound system on the Avenir

Avenir models get front seat ventilation with a massage function, and heating for the second row of seats. Most importantly, the new Enclave will be the first Buick to offer GM’s Super Cruise, which it touts as the first true hands-free driver assistance system, and will be available on all trim levels. The latest Enclave has more security features overall, and now comes standard in the lineup with:

• Blind spot operation support

• Automatic emergency stop intersection

• Recognition of traffic signs

• Lane setting assistance and lane departure warning

Avenir models also get a head-up display, a rearview camera, and power-folding second- and third-row seats for easier access to the cargo area. Exact figures for how much Buick Enclave can carry behind its seats have yet to be released, but we expect cargo capacity to improve over the outgoing Enclave.