2019 Buick Enclave - Review & Road Test
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ต.ค. 2018
- Buick's 2019 Enclave is a seven-passenger SUV that aims for those family-hauler shoppers with premium taste looking for the lux life. Completely redesigned inside and out, with new tech and safety features, improved cargo space, the Enclave is powered by a 3.6-liter V6 with a 9-speed automatic transmission. But does all that add up to American luxury? Micah Muzio of Kelley Blue Book will let you know at the end of this video.
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1:55 Ah yes, the famous Micah Arpeggio Trio. I'm a huge fan of their work!
@4:38 The Enclave has a rear view display in the mirror and that would totally eliminate the issue. My friend loves that function.
I feel buick really has been doing good stuff quietly- we got one of those small ones the encore and its surprising how quiet and comfortable it is. Sure its as slow as molasses rolling down a glacier but its nice to just be comfortable sometimes
We love our Buicks too! A notch abaove the economy Japanese brands but priced much lower if you shop.
Definitely! People call them “Old people’s cars” but that’s because old people have mastered what is important in life! I have a rare 2019 Regal TourX and love it to death
I always enjoy your reviews. The vids are very well produced, entertaining, and informative.
This was a fantastic review. You are quite entertaining...and informative. Awesome!
I love this guy. I was so thoroughly entertained by him and this review. 😁
B Danno Love you too.
3:32 I like how that vent visually finishes and appears to jut into the door. Nice design touch
got mine used and saved $35k after only 4 years age, very underrated especially the Avenir trim
I am thinking of buying a used one, are you still enjoying the Enclave?
Love the usb for each row. Thats a nice addition!
Good video. I drive a 2016 Buick Enclave AWD and love it!
Hi Micah 😄, will you review the 2019 Volvo S60? Please. Your review of the Enclave was great and funny. You have an infectious personality that makes you very likeable. In your vid reviews you are completely you, and that what makes your reviews so awesome.
Just saw a couple of your videos and a great job! Do you think you could do one on the Lexus 450h sport? Thanks
You gotta love Micah.. Best in business!! 👍
i agree with Micah's evaluation of this vehicle . Micah can do no wrong .luv ya bro !
entertaining and to the point, good overview
Thank you for talking about the cheap sunroof shades, Micah!
Interestingly enough, GM fixed that on the 2019 models. My parents have one and they’re normal.
@@matthewlocke9225 oh, i didn't know that. I've seen the updated Enclave, and it has a full panoramic roof and a power sliding shade.
Welcome the Consumer Reports segment leader Buick Enclave!
It's nice for what it is but $58,000? That's just ridiculous. The car's interior quality doesn't match its price tag.
Benjamin Burkhardt it used to be Acadia size. But not since 2017.
Benjamin Burkhardt the Acadia is much smaller than this now.
so don't get the 58000 model? thats only if you want every feature available i bet most people will pay around 45000
JTL2017 or $62,000 for a Acura MDX?
If you haven’t actually been in one, I’d recommend reserving judgement. And check new car prices. Note he kicks off with the “negatives” because there aren’t many. Having spent time in the Enclave Avenir and cars/crossovers ranging over $100k, I think GM is actually very competitive.
The Volvo is supposedly the nicest for interior, but in reality the materials themselves are not that much more “premium”... the bigger difference is design aesthetic. As for quality and reliability, while the Buick’s sunroof shades feel flimsy and there is the one annoying misalignment of a trim piece, the more expensive XC90 I had for a few days had a terribly buggy center infotainment stack... which was worse, because critical vehicle settings are all handled through it in their unhealthy OCD drive to eliminate physical buttons. Actually operating the vehicle was far more frustrating. The Buick’s control systems and interfaces, on the other hand, all worked seamlessly and GM has wisely retained physical buttons for certain settings that you should NOT be taking your eyes off the road to change on a giant menu screen. Adjusting the thermostat in the Buick is a click of a well placed knob, whereas on the Volvo you open a menu which opens a giant digital slider onscreen... which obscures your nav map, if you’re using it. Then you have to look at the bloody slider to make sure you only change it a few degrees instead of jumping from 70-80 in one accidental swoop.
In terms of interior quality, the Acura isn’t actually much if any distance “ahead” of GM anymore. Ten years ago, absolutely... but today it’s a different story.
Back to pricing: Sticker is meaningless, never pay it... and with GM you won’t have to. Found an Enclave Avenir with the technology package (mag ride suspension plus other electronic driver aids) and towing package, sticker just over $61k, and the dealership got down to $54k.
All things considered, the Buick is actually very competitive in this segment.
3:45 Micah's Honda Pilot appears almost on every video
I’m pretty sure Micah actually has a crv
I'm still cracking up about the barbershop trio.
Howdy, great review!
The 2013 Ford C-Max I used to have came standard with auto up and down on all 4 windows.
Liked just for the Three Stooges reference.
Not as much as a driver's car than a CX-9, but this is a family hauler and that's where it excels. The price tag does feel a bit steep however - but I'm betting you can negotiate that a bit + whatever incentive program is being offered at your GM dealer at the time of purchase.
In China (where Buick has always been the best seller) they have the even more comfortable GL8 minivan - the Enclave is the closest you can get to that here in North America.
Trades46 Comparing Motor Trend handling the Enclave is right with the CX-9, matches it in braking, and beats the Mazda in acceleration. Plus it offers superior Active Twin Clutch AWD that Mazda only offer slip-n-grip AWD that over heats in testing.
All in a much bigger package with best in segment cargo capacity. So this big beauty is a better performer.
A fully loaded Traverse is the way to go. But this thing is way better looking.
This KBB team is awesome
We took the plunge and bought a used 2019 Avenir. Compare it to imports ( like the MDX we traded in) and it feels like a more substantial vehicle. Not as thin and toy like as even an Acura! The interior is very comfortable and looks much higher quality than the Acura. The 310 ho engine is noticeably peppier than the MDX too. Does it corner like a BMW? No, but it is a family car not a sports car. The ride is very quiet, again much improved over the MDX. We love it.
Just got a used 2019 Avenir, it was a steal! How do you like yours and how many miles does it have. What Trim did you get?
In Malaysia, we don't have Buick. I've never seen one in real life, but all their cars have great design in photos and video.
lmao
Idk if it’s a typical Indian behavior or swoosh :) so random
J C hahaha I'm actually of Indian descent and a "super liberal" in favour of removing repressive policies. India is doing ok on that front on removing colonial laws. But yea sure if you prefer a competition India is great... I don't though, i would be happy to see all countries doing great
But you probably have Honda and Toyota which are more than enough!
@J C stop being mean to O k
Looks like Buick is stepping their game up!
That $58,000 Avenir is much less than a $62,000 MDX is now $44-46K or about 25% off MSRP.
wow that was the top trim and its only auto drivers window, among other things it should have or missing. 58k no way
Fair point on the auto windows. In Buick's defense, paying 58k for an Enclave would get you some worthy features including variable dampers, premium suspension, rear view mirror camera, 360 camera, and power 3rd row among others. This is a great value.
sfmman2000 o
ant sala Ok, go pay $62,000 for a MDX then and except hardly any discount.
sfmman2000 He could go pay almost $62,000 for a MDX with no discount.
Wow three Micah’s is exactly what I need to flood my basement.
I really like this Buick. Had Toyota and others Japanese vehicle’s.
Gonna go buy me one .
Leads the segment in luxury 3-row according to Consumer Reports.
I’m not from the US but I thought quality had improved. The trim piece gap, sun roof noise and up tear bin in the centre consul are all quality and design issues visible from space.
That's typical GM for ya. Make a very nice package, and then hamper it with one or two incredibly obvious flaws.
not all quality is in interrior,it has improved in other areas.
Watch Micah's video after a nasty day and you'll feel happy again. The honour is beyond this world. Lol
I hadn’t really liked Buick before but this model is pretty cool. I like the infotainment system has Apple CarPlay and the standard look is some negative blue color on the icons. Between this and the GMC Acadia I’m honestly hard pressed
Good discounts on both as advertised on cars dot com.
Switch the rear view mirror to camera mode and you can see everything behind you... and you won't see the head rests on the rear seats.
or put headrests down
Can you review Cadillac Escalade
Nice Stooges reference Micah!
Looks good
Erm Mazda6 chrome light inserts stolen?
Ps. Front and back...
Most underrated channel ever...This is 10x better than Doug Dumero, but Doug has like 5x more subs
Josh_ 5020 They’re 2 different beasts. No comparison really
@@KhanhLe-ib2po but you can't lie kbb does cool editing, while Doug just talks for like 25 munites. Doug is ight, but kbb is the junk
Josh_ 5020 You do you. Kbb doesn’t do quirks. Doug doesn’t review normal cars.
@@KhanhLe-ib2po I respect it. You like Doug and I like Kbb
but Doug's reviews are heavily biased
The enclave is going to buy this
Anyone else think that the Auto-Stop thing should be standard (with On/Off option) on every vehicle? I can't imagine all the smog emitted while in traffic/stop-lights/drive-thru. Thoughts?
We have to cars with it and it's not bad at all. You get used to it as the GM auto stop start is very smooth.
Ill wait for the Palisade
@1:21 is that a subtle Straight Pipes shout out?
Great review love this guy! Enclave isn’t worth the price though, honestly id just wait for the 2020 Ford Explorer
The inside seats and floor and trunk look almost the same as my wifes 2010 Chevy traverse
Is a review for Tesla model 3 coming anytime soon?
Still waiting for that Pilot review.
Have been a fan of this channel but it seems to me the snarky meter is now more than i can take. Dial it back a bit and spend more time giving us a smart, entertaining review. It feels as if you guys would rather be anywhere but reviewing this car.
Hoder Harris I agree!
Hoder Harris exactly what I thought. One of the worst reviews I’ve ever seen. That guy is extremely annoying. All he did was complain
What just happened to that water bottle 2:34 😂
Shouldn’t AWD come standard???
One thing I hate about most GM cars is chrome everywhere! Except for the new Cadillacs, they got the best interiors.
Gotta love nickel and dime GM, that price and no auto up and down on all windows, no power sunroof shade, no rear passenger shades, no lit glove box and erroneous charges for what is standard in many cars. Especially when these vehicles will depreciate by almost half in 2-3 years. I see loaded 2018 AWD models going for $30k with low miles and plenty of bumper to bumper coverage. If you must wait 3 years and get one with low miles and possibly the bugs worked out and probably with erroneous dealer added accessories. GM has done far better then in the past but charge way too much new and offer little to what many competitors offer standard.
Wait. No auto up window function? In 2018? What???
Very very nice vehicle
Agree on the interior dash chrome trim alignment problem. Right in front of your face too. Come on GM.
I can’t believe there are still vehicles that don’t have center rear head restraints.
The refinement in the CX-9 doesn't compare to the Enclave. We had a chance to test drive both back to back at a auto show. The engine in the CX-9 lacks power for a large car and the engine noise is intrusive at high rpm.
The Enclave is very nice!
Buick is quietest- you cant drive interiors or auto up windows,you cant have it all
The car is wonderful, but the sunroof shades should move backwards smoothly, not like a toy run on chord.
Nice Review Of 2019 Buick Enclave. 😁
so does it have the handle sensors?
No, you press a button on the handle.
With the button on each door handle it is only natural to reach the button first before the handle and by the time you pull on the handle the locks are unlocked without delay.
Don't forget the Lincoln family of vehicles, the Navigator and the MKT
Christopher McGilton MKT...they still sell those?
Th re Navigator competes with Yukon and Escalade in a larger, body on frame segment.
Absolutely. I own a 2018 MKT and love it.
@@kms250 the 2020 Buick Enclave is ranked best in the segment by Consumer Reports.
Definitely an interesting vehicle.
My new fav auto reviewer!
I HAVE THE SAME PET PEEVE! Put a sensor on the back of the handle, dangit! That’s why I won’t look at the Altima.
How do you deactivate the start/stop feature?
Disconnect the hood latch sensor or connect the hood latch sensor to an aftermarket disabling device.
@@d.porter3142 you could pop the hood before starting eveey morning and once started close the hood and it won't interrupt.
A $139 plug in module is available which is just a timed relay.
We have two cars with stop/start and don't mind it. But my wife doesn't like it the AC stopping on hot days so she cranks it cold and lowers fan speed and it wasn't stop the engine at stops.
@@normt5463 Just disconnecting the sensor is much easier than opening and closing the hood every day.
Porter yeah, but then you have the light on the dash saying hood is open.
@@normt5463 Yes, unfortunately that's true.
How about Lincoln being a competitor?
Consumer Reports has Emclave rated at 76 while the Lincoln is 72 for Aviator and 63 for Nautilus.
“Is you’re video feed working”?
Интересно, в Опеля такой будет?
Нет
@@user-yj9hq8sq5yжаль, тачка хорошая
без сомнений. Но никто не помешает заказать из америки с каких-нибудь, к примеру, аукционов. Там, где я живу, каждая десятая машина из США
@@user-yj9hq8sq5y жду нового года и надеюсь что подправить у нас таможенное законодательство что бы притащить что то подобное, сейчас только до трёх литров (
No auto up-on the drivers window just the beginning of anGM car complaint-armrest weird -oh yeah we really need a symbol on the dash for buying stuff.I didnt hear if it had the auto shutoff cancel switch(piece of expensive junk on any car)
Hey Micah! You never mentioned your 2 other brothers that form your triplet. I find it awesome you guys still dress alike. haha. I am glad to see GM is allowing the disablement of the Start/Stop function as I have it on my car and sometimes when you’re in bumper, to bumper traffic it is a real nuisance and it can’t be good for the car. What do you think of the Chevrolet My LInk Shopping Apps that you download Like NYtimes and People Mag, Audio Books, Weather Channel, Etc. To me this is a VERY distractive menu that takes to much time to load and navigate around. Taking the drivers eyes off the road way to long. I’ve tried it with 4GLTE WIFI built in the car and while traveling in different areas and I have to be stopped to even try and really get any benefit from these apps. The weather Channel is the only one I can really use and even that takes to long to load. Might as well use onStar, or your phone for weather. I know this got long again. Sry. ;)
Hum it looks like he enjoyed those vibes .....
❤️
I really want to see this thing go 170 mph
why go fast? i guarantee you will be on time for your funeral- not late,not early.
How about that Genesis GV80.
17 mpg city. OUCH! Really shouldn't be acceptable in 2018, but yet, here we are. Add to that the 58k price and it should be a no-no for anyone.
MK KM The smaller CX-9 and Suabru Ascent barely see 19 mpg and are much smaller. This is one of the largest crossovers you can buy.
@@normt5463 not criticising Buick specifically. Just that, by 2018, these cars should have hybrid or electric options because such low mpg (and thus high pollution/running costs) is shameful.
MK KM Not many full size crossover or SUVs offer battery back up as the additional cost of adding additional power supplies that Mercedes and and Porsche do but at about twice the cost and marginal improvement in fuel savings. Bigger fuel savings is not in 5,000 lbs vehicles.
Or you could get a $40K Pacifa Hybrid.
Exactly. Pacifica, from the same company. Why not that PHEV drivetrain in this? The reality is, no car maker wants to change unless they are forced to by law or by competition.
Norm T Would prefer probably getting a Highlander. Reliable, relatively good mpg especially hybrid which increases it, good safety features, and not that bad of an engine.
If only the Acura MDX can have this interior...
MDX isn't even recommended by Consumer Reports while the Enclave ranks best in segment.
Do they still import them from China?
Kaveh Oskoui ...ok, there is two in this crowd. This is a North Anerica only vehicle.
no
Everyone misses this about Buicks and it drives me mental.... Just PULL the door handle and it will unlock. No inside button required. The guy from @redlinereviews always misses this too. Do your heckin research before you dock points for stuff you failed to figure out.
I think it looks so damn good. But look at any used 5 years old enclave and they age terribly. The interiors fall apart and they have massive electric and transmission issues. But if they gave me a long bumper to bumper warranty I may be tempted....
The 2014+ Enclave, Traverse, and Acadia toilets are one of the most recommended large crossovers.
I am a 2014 Enclave owner. After 4 years, the vehicle still performances excellent, never gave any issues to me.
own a 2014 enclave and haven’t had any issues
Consumer Reports rankings put Enclave best in segment in 2020!
Would any owner recommend one?
I've owned my 2019 for 7 months now and would recommend it. It lacks a few minor features as pointed out in the review, but the interior space, ride, and handling are very nice.
@@d.porter3142 Currently Consumer Reports No. 1 luxury crossover with 3-rows for 2020!
@@normt5463 Awesome.
@@d.porter3142 they dinged 2018-2019 Traverse and Enclave for clunking transmission but I believe it was the clutch packs breaking in for fuel economy. Once broken in they must be shifting better.
Wait until next year after the leases up and buy one for 20 grand 😁😁😂😂🤣
The Avenir top trim is low $40's today. So half price in 3 years is not too bad.
Ahahaha. The 2019 models are still selling for $46K my guy
The previous year Enclave looked better than this years
Johns Corey I liked the previous version too!
It’s a discount Mazda CX-9 that costs more? What is this black magic?
My mom said if she can’t afford a Cadillac this is her next option
Buick step your game up a little
Regardless it's still nice an I see tons of them on the road..
Vel Boone ...a ton!
@@normt5463 This not English 101... I said what I said ..🖕
@@velboone6041 I see a ton too. Problay more than Traverse and plenty of the Avenir trim level. They are pricey even when discounted but you have to go with Yukon or Escalade if you want something else with the same precense
Great Video! Cause this suv was very poorly design in so many levels. But I want to write about the Air filter of the Engine. In order to check your filter and open up the intake cover you have to undo six screws, you heard right screws. No clamps or or something durable. This is definitely a car for rentals not for real consumers.
3 of him is a layer of hell
Largest cargo capacity of all crossovers ....well except Traverse.
Why is it less?
Ryan Littleton Enclave and Traverse share the same platform.
@@normt5463 I understand that, but why does the Enclave have less cargo capacity than the Traverse?
@@ryanlittleton5615 the roof slows more in the Enclave styling so it has slightly less than Traverae.
Acura is no competition,the Buick won't leave you stranded when the key fob battery gets a little weak😮
Toyota highlander rivals ?
Is this made in China?
Yeonhoo Kim there is one in every crowd ....
When Kia/Hyundai's interior fit and finish/quality is better than a Buick's...
But the ride cannot compare 🥰
i heard they use fake leather and are a bit noisier,although they have more tech toys at a lower price tag,Buick co is about 120 yrs old vs hyundai about 30-35.
would rather get a cx-9
Mazda is a tinbox compared to this.
It’s okay but there’s a LOT of better options for the money, unless you can get this on a good deal or used.
Depreciation is a lot on Buick’s.
Not with 25-33% off MSRP
Looks masculine though 👍
How are crossover suvs masculine?
The previous enclave was a bit more better looking, this gen. looks anonymous a bit dry.
I like the fact that the tailgate isn't so...round. I definitely prefer this design.