Buick Enclave FWD

20082026 · 19 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
20
Best
23

The Buick Enclave FWD has been tested by the EPA across 19 different configurations spanning model years 2008 through 2026. Over this period, the Enclave FWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 23 MPG, with an overall average of 20 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,700202522MPG
2025
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,600202723MPG
2024
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
2023
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
2022
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
2021
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
2020
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
2019
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
2018
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
2017
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
2016
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
2015
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2014
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2013
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2012
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2011
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2010
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2009
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2008
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
22
2025
23
2024
21
2023
21
2022
21
2021
21
2020
21
2019
21
2018
21
2017
18
2016
18
2015
19
2014
19
2013
19
2012
19
2011
19
2010
19
2009
19
2008
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Enclave FWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Buick Enclave FWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Buick Buick / Opel Enclave (2008-12 model years only. For 2013 on see model 421.), Buick / Opel Enclave (2013 on. See model 024 for 2008-12 model years.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
636
Total Deaths
249

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
6.8%
Fire Occurrence
2.4%
Speeding Involved
6.9%
DUI Involved
8.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

80%
Front
11%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes74
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2022
Fatal Crashes80
Fatalities
41
Deaths/Crash
0.51
2021
Fatal Crashes90
Fatalities
38
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2020
Fatal Crashes76
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2019
Fatal Crashes70
Fatalities
28
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2018
Fatal Crashes64
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.30
2017
Fatal Crashes53
Fatalities
23
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2016
Fatal Crashes55
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2015
Fatal Crashes51
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2014
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.39

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2026
1
2021
2
2020
5
2019
1
2016
2
2015
2
2014
4
2011
1
2010
1
2009
4
2008
6
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