Throughout, the 2011 Buick Enclave has impressive interior space. A standard third row and overall space for up to 7 or 8 people (depending on the configuration) make the Enclave a reasonable minivan substitute. The third row's a real third row too and not just designed for small children with nonexistent legs. The second-row chairs sit a bit higher than in most other large crossovers; you get a good view out, and the position is comfortable for adults.
Interior materials and trims in the Enclave are quite good overall, though some of the dull plastic on the instrument panel feels a bit out of place in a vehicle that can cost nearly $50k. Standard features include tri-zone climate control, Bluetooth phone connectivity, and a power liftgate.
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Buick Enclave
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GMC Acadia SUV
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Toyota Highlander
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Lexus RX 350
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Passenger Capacity
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7
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8
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7
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5
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Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
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40.4/62/41.3
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40.4/61.9/41.3
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40.6/59.7/43.2
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39.1/58/43.1
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2nd Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
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39/61.4/36.9
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39.3/61.1/36.9
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40.1/59.5/38.3
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37.7/57.6/36.8
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3rd Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
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37.2/57.4/33.2
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38.4/57.8/33.2
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36.3/55/29.9
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Cargo Capacity(All Seats In Place)
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23.3 cu.ft.
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24.1 cu.ft.
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10.3 cu.ft.
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40 cu.ft.
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Maximum Cargo Capacity
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115 cu.ft.
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116.9 cu.ft.
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95.4 cu.ft.
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80.3 cu.ft.
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The Enclave's back seats fold down to a completely flat cargo floor, allowing a minivan-like space behind the second row which is good enough for just about any purchase from big-box stores, and the second toe tilts forward for even more space. Storage is also plentiful, with over 23 cubic feet of space behind the third row when the cargo management system is removed, and if you fold down the second and third rows, you'll free up over 115 cubic feet of cargo space. Major interior features include-
- Standard bucket seats in the first and second rows
- Three-passenger third-row bench
- Optional three-passenger second-row bench seat
- Optional heated and cooled seats for the driver, front passenger
2011 Buick Enclave Infotainment:
The Enclave's cabin has an upscale vibe, thanks to its stylish dash and wood-grain inlays. There's chrome trim everywhere, which means blinding reflections when the sun is at certain angles. Two other downsides include small and indistinct buttons for the audio and climate controls and outward visibility that's more compromised than that of competing vehicles.
The 2011 Buick Enclave can be ordered with a number of features, such as a ten-speaker Bose surround-sound stereo, three-zone climate control, a power rear liftgate, a head-up display (HUD), GPS, a two-panel sunroof, and a backseat DVD entertainment system. However, most of these features are limited to the top-end trim. Few key features include-
- Adjustable Speed-Sensitive Volume Control
- 3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
- Optional navigation system and Bose 10-speaker stereo
- Radio Data System
- Auxiliary Audio Input
