2026 Buick Enclave
Your Guide to the 2026 Buick Enclave
The 2026 Buick Enclave delivers three-row SUV capability for families who value space, comfort, and connectivity. Seating seven passengers across three rows, this vehicle offers cargo capacity reaching 2,761 litres when configured for maximum storage. Island Chevrolet Buick GMC in Duncan, BC showcases the Enclave in three trims—Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir—all equipped with standard all-wheel drive and a 2.5L Turbo engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The cabin centres on a 30-inch diagonal display, the largest screen in its class, while QuietTuning technology and Google built-in capability enhance the driving experience.
Powertrain
Turbo Gasoline Engine
Every Enclave uses a 2.5L Turbo engine producing 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque. An 8-speed automatic transmission with Electronic Transmission Range Selection handles gear selection, delivering smooth transitions during acceleration and highway cruising. All-wheel drive operates as standard equipment across the lineup, channelling power to all four corners for improved grip on wet or slippery surfaces. Electronic traction control and StabiliTrak stability control integrate with the AWD system to maintain directional control.
Efficiency and Towing
EnerGuide estimates indicate 12.3 L/100 km city and 9.9 L/100 km highway fuel consumption for AWD-equipped models. The 82-litre fuel tank supports long-distance travel between fill-ups, whether commuting to Victoria or exploring Vancouver Island. Driver Mode Control permits adjustment of vehicle response characteristics. Preferred and Sport Touring trims use a performance suspension calibrated to balance comfort with handling capability, effectively managing road imperfections. Avenir models employ Performance Suspension with Continuous Damping Control, actively adjusting damping at each corner for refined ride quality. When properly equipped with an available trailering package, maximum towing capacity reaches 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs).
Technology
A 30-inch diagonal ultra-wide display dominates the dashboard, integrating driver instrumentation and infotainment functions in the segment’s largest screen. Google built-in allows access to Google Assistant and Google Maps directly through the display, though full functionality may require subscription services. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto eliminate cable clutter for smartphone integration. Wireless phone charging keeps devices powered, while multiple USB ports throughout the cabin serve passengers in all three rows.
Bose audio systems differ by trim: Preferred and Sport Touring receive 12-speaker configurations, while Avenir upgrades to 16-speaker Bose Performance Series. Remote commands enable smartphone control of vehicle start, door locks, and additional functions. Available Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance marks a first for Buick, offered across all trim levels with a three-year trial subscription. The Super Cruise package bundles Driver Attention Assist and Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist. Avenir can add a rear camera mirror within the Super Cruise package. OnStar One Standard provides Automatic Crash Response and remote commands for eight years. The 5G vehicle connectivity system supports Wi-Fi hotspot capability for multiple device connections.
Exterior
The Enclave’s design establishes presence through its dimensions: 5,273 millimetres long, 2,022 millimetres wide, and 1,803 millimetres tall. A wide grille anchors the front fascia, flanked by checkmark-shaped LED daytime running lamps that serve as the model’s visual signature. Body-mounted hood badging carries forward Buick’s current design direction. The hands-free programmable power liftgate projects an LED logo and opens when sensors detect motion, useful when arms are full of groceries or sports equipment from Duncan retailers.
Wheel designs separate the three trims visually. Preferred models roll on 20-inch alloy wheels finished in Medium Android, while Sport Touring variants feature 20-inch machine-faced wheels with High Gloss Black accents. Avenir tops the range with 22-inch alloy wheels wearing Pearl Nickel finish. Sport Touring models add High Gloss Black treatment to grille surrounds and inserts for bolder styling. LED taillamps stretch across the rear panel, and Avenir trims activate walk-up lighting animation when approached. All models receive deep-tinted glass and acoustic laminated glass to reduce exterior noise intrusion.
Interior
Seven-passenger seating spans three rows, with power-adjustable front bucket seats featuring four-way lumbar support and heating across all trims. A floating centre console creates an airy cabin atmosphere while housing a wireless phone charger, multi-controller for infotainment, cupholders, and storage compartments. Seat materials vary by trim: Preferred offers leatherette, Sport Touring upgrades to perforated leatherette, and Avenir provides quilted and perforated leather-appointed seats with embroidered Avenir logos on headrests.
Active Noise Cancellation works alongside QuietTuning to minimize driveline and engine sounds entering the cabin. Tri-zone automatic climate control allows independent temperature settings for driver, front passenger, and rear occupants. Ambient lighting offers selectable colours in static mode for Preferred and Sport Touring, while Avenir adds dynamic lighting sequences. The flagship Avenir trim includes massaging and ventilated front seats, heated second-row outboard positions, and power-folding third-row seats. Under-floor cargo storage comes standard, and a panoramic sunroof is available on lower trims while standard on Avenir models.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2026 Buick Enclave
All 2026 Enclave models equipped with all-wheel drive return EnerGuide estimates of 12.3 L/100 km in city conditions and 9.9 L/100 km on highways. These figures remain consistent across Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir trims since all use identical powertrains: the 2.5L Turbo engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The 82-litre fuel tank provides adequate range for regional travel throughout the Cowichan Valley and beyond.
Cargo volume adapts to passenger needs through flexible seating arrangements. With all rows upright for seven-passenger capacity, 648 litres of space remains behind the third row. Folding the third row expands capacity to 1,617 litres behind the second row. Maximum cargo volume reaches 2,761 litres with both rear rows folded flat, accommodating bulky items from home improvement projects to camping gear for trips to nearby provincial parks.