2021 Buick Enclave Avenir FWD
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- Photo: 2020 Buick Enclave Essence in Ebony Twilight Metallic, Front Right, 05-22-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Buick Enclave (C1XX) 1X7A6174 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Buick Enclave side view close up by Wagon Master 2.0, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Buick Enclave Essence in Ebony Twilight Metallic, Rear Left, 07-31-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2022 Buick Enclave interior by deathpallie325, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2021 Buick Enclave Avenir FWD is a 310-hp 3.6-liter with a 9-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $54,100 MSRP.
It makes 310 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway.
The Enclave measures 204.3 inches long on a 120.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,469 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $54,100 |
| MSRP with Destination | $55,295 |
| Destination Charge | $1,195 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.6L DOHC VVT V-6, direct injection; cast aluminum block and heads |
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
| Horsepower | 310 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder; continuous variable valve timing (intake and exhaust) |
| Bore and Stroke | 95.0 x 85.8 |
| Injection Type | Direct fuel injection with electronic throttle control |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Differential Type | FWD; final drive ratio 3.49 |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.69 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.3 |
| 3rd Gear | 3.01 |
| 4th Gear | 2.44 |
| 5th Gear | 1.92 |
| 6th Gear | 1.44 |
| 7th Gear | 1 |
| 8th Gear | 0.75 |
| 9th Gear | 0.62 |
| Reverse | 2.96 |
| Final Drive | 3.49 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut independent with hydraulic control arm ride bushing and hollow stabilizer bar; Premium Suspension with continuously variable real-time damping available on Avenir |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link independent with auxiliary spring aids and hollow stabilizer bar; Premium Suspension with continuously variable real-time damping available on Avenir |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Four-wheel disc with variable brake system and power assist; Duralife brake rotors; low-drag brake calipers; rotor size TBD per source |
| Rear Brake Disc | Rear disc; rotor size TBD per source |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20-in. aluminum (standard on Avenir) |
| Wheels Rear | 20-in. aluminum (standard on Avenir) |
| Tires Front | P255/55R20 all-season |
| Tires Rear | P255/55R20 all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 204.3 in |
| Width | 78.8 in |
| Height | 69.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in |
| Front Track | 67.3 in |
| Rear Track | 67 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 23.6 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,469 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 42.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 62.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 61.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 59.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 57.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (16.9 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2021 Buick Enclave SUV AWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Buick ENCLAVE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 31, 2022 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2021-2022 Buick Enclave vehicles. The harness connector to the left or right side roof rail air bag may have incompatible electrical terminals, which could prevent the air bags from deploying in a crash.
Consequence: Roof rail air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the harness connector to the roof rail air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212352140.
NHTSA campaign 22V210000
Jun 24, 2021 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:FRONTAL IMPACT
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave vehicles. During service by dealers, certain vehicles may have received incorrect air bag calibration software that may affect frontal airbag deployment.
Consequence: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the air bag calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N212340220.
NHTSA campaign 21V472000
26 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Buick ENCLAVE
Owner Complaints
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Buick ENCLAVE. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 7 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Engine | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2021 BUICK ENCLAVE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.